Used rig pricing and age question (<-- n00b)

[sunkenstate 0]

I just got my A, and am looking for a rig.

I found a local ad for a Mirage 5, Triathlon 190 ft² (800 jumps, DOM 11/1997), reserve Raven Dash-M (1 ride, ?? repacks, DOM 8/1997), Cypres 2 (11/2005).

The negotiable price is $3100. Seems like an OK deal, especially if I could knock a little off if I show up with a wad of cash ready to go. Pictures indicate good condition; would have a rigger inspect it...

Thoughts on the price or the number of jumps on the main??

Much appreciated!

[theonlyski 8]

Find out if the Cypres has had its 4 year (should've back in 09), also, how many jumps on the main line set?

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[sunkenstate 0]

Thanks. Couple points - the main size is a good conservative fit for my weight. Reserve size is being investigated. Will look into the other points.

Will look into it, but how much cost is a Cypres checkup and main line set inspection / replacement run?

[-ftp- 0]

too much for that IMO. I would be patient and find a better buy, something with canopies that are not 15+ years old.

How much do you weigh, what were you jumping etc.?

[sunkenstate 0]

I'm 165 w/o gear; have been jumping 240 -> 190

[Bertt 0]

A canopy with 800 jumps will probably need a re-line if it hasn't already had one. The price should take that into account. (more of a general comment than specific to the stuff you're looking at)

You don't have to outrun the bear.

[riggerrob 643]

Some of the Raven Dash-M reserves needed some suspension line attachment tapes replaced.
Ask to see the reserve packing data card and - if is in the affected list of serial numbers - make sure that it has been back to Precision Aerodynamics for the update.