akaGQ 0 #1 May 14, 2003 Ok within the next 2-3 weeks Im gonna get a new container (duhhh) and Im trying to find out the pros and Cons for the two from jumpers that have one and liked it or didnt like it and ya know things that the manufacturer isnt going to tell you. Im also most likely going to get the freefly deployment system as opposed to the BOC any thoughts on this as well. Any information or comments will be greatly appreciated. Thanx- GQ ... it was the love of the air and sky and flying, the lure of adventure, the appreciation of beauty ... -Charles Lindberg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 May 14, 2003 WINGS! Hands down, the best customer service I've seen, the only complaint I have about mine is that its so damned sexy looking I'm not sure if I should buy it dinner before jumping or not. Ok, seriously, I've founds Wings to be very good, rock solid rigs, I've had mine at 275mph in a headdown, nothing budged, its super comfy and the price was hella better then a Mirage or a Jav! --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #3 May 14, 2003 I've tried on both and found them to both be quite comfy. That said, I still prefer the fit, finish, and comfort of my rigger's Voodoo.It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bunge 0 #4 May 14, 2003 vector III, had a Mirrage, liked it a lot. then tried a VIII and fell in love... BUNGE I don't hate them, I just like us better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenister 0 #5 May 14, 2003 get an Infinity mine is in the que just gotta find a couple of canopies to put in it____________________________________ Those who fail to learn from the past are simply Doomed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #6 May 14, 2003 I have one of each you are welcome to look at and compare the two. I'd offer to let you try them, but....well....I'd have to cut your legs off -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #7 May 14, 2003 Quoteget an Infinity Yeah. What he said. But if you just gotta have one of the two you mentioned, you'll get the Mirage faster than you would the Odyssey. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
canopywhore 0 #8 May 14, 2003 I love my Javelin and my girlfriend loves her's too. I had to wait awhile but I haven't regreted it one minute. I would have bought a Voodoo but they didn't have the reserve/main combo I was looking for. The smaller Voodoos look awesome, some of the bigger one were just average. I was thinking about getting a pull-out also, when I consulted a couple of riggers they said they loved them. They said they were worth a couple of reserve rides a year. Depending on your experience thats a choice only you can make. Another thing to think about is if anyone else ever packs your rig it is another potential problem. Most of the people I know that have pull-outs are very picky about their pack jobs. The only thing I can say about the Mirage is I didn't have enough money to get one. I know two friends of mine swear by their comfort and reliability. Good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b1jercat 0 #9 May 14, 2003 Infinity ROCKS blue skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BikerBabe 0 #10 May 14, 2003 Quoteget an Infinity -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yeah. What he said. I'll third that motion. I just ordered mine...I can't wait to get it! It's very affordable, looks great, and it's gonna be here in 4 weeks!!!Never meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akaGQ 0 #11 May 14, 2003 Quote I have one of each you are welcome to look at and compare the two. I'd offer to let you try them, but....well....I'd have to cut your legs off Why would you have to cut my legs off there not that long are they?- GQ ... it was the love of the air and sky and flying, the lure of adventure, the appreciation of beauty ... -Charles Lindberg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #12 May 14, 2003 Out of the 2 choices, go with the Mirage!! ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akaGQ 0 #13 May 14, 2003 how difficult is it to pack a pull out? Like is it more likely to have a mal with a pullout over a boc or what?- GQ ... it was the love of the air and sky and flying, the lure of adventure, the appreciation of beauty ... -Charles Lindberg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #14 May 14, 2003 The selling point for PullOut mals is that you know what the mal is (a total). You've either pulled the pin or you haven't. I voted Odyssey. Of course your buying this new container to have it in time for the New Years boogie, right?Ken "Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SanDiegoRW 0 #15 May 14, 2003 I second the Wings vote! I leave it next to my bed so if my g/f can't get me excited I just look over at my rig and boing! Save some cash and get an awesome rig in the process. -Kenny Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaGimp 0 #16 May 14, 2003 after my javelin i cant see myself jumping somethig else"Professor of Pimpology"~~~Bolas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #17 May 14, 2003 WINGS!! I like Javelins, but Wings are just like them and perhaps better, I even bought a Wings myself (I can't wait to get it)__________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akaGQ 0 #18 May 14, 2003 Oh yeah I for got all about that hmmmm perhaps since I cant goto rantoul this year maybe I can plan to head to eloy this year....great idea...- GQ ... it was the love of the air and sky and flying, the lure of adventure, the appreciation of beauty ... -Charles Lindberg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chopchop 0 #19 May 14, 2003 I've got a few hundred jumps on a Javelin, 70 or so on a couple different Mirages (1 a G-3, 1 a G-4) and a couple of hundred on my Voodoo... I really really love the Voodoo. All 3 are very comfortable.. The Mirage and Voodoo were far better freefly rigs than the Javelin (all the flaps stay shut). The Javelin was the easiest to pack, followed by the Voodoo. Anyway, I am sure of the rigs mentioned in my and the other posts would make you quite happy. . chopchop gotta go... Plaything needs a spanking.. Lotsa Pictures Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #20 May 14, 2003 As a Wings owner I would vote for Wings, but you can't go wrong with a Mirage or Odyssey (or virtually any modern container for that matter). Also, Wings has something called a freefly handle (which I have). The handle resembles a pullout, but it's still a BOC. It's phat I tell you. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDekker 1,465 #21 May 14, 2003 I got an Infinity second had and absolutely love it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NM156 0 #22 May 14, 2003 Out of the two, I'd say go with the Mirage. I think that both the riser and bridle protection is better on the Mirage than the javelin. I also don't like the way the javelin looks. Having said that, I personally prefer the V3, but that's just me. At the end of the day, you will get as many different answers as there are containers! It all depends on the features you are looking for and the price you are wiling to pay (although if you consider these containers, the price does not seem to be a big issue). NM 156 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pyke 0 #23 May 14, 2003 GQ...Whazzzzzup!! I have just gone through this whole ordeal...and I finally settled on a Vector 3 Micron. I know I could have gone with the trusted Javelin, but waiting 6 MONTHS for a rig is out of the question. I finally narrowed it down to Mirage and Vector - and honestly, Vectors were much more comfortable - better riser protection, better pin protection, lots of options, and very rigger friendly. The reserve deployment on my old rig is by far the best on the market (Racer), but none of the other reserve deployments will do you any harm. So I feel you can trust in that. So far, customer service has been excellent. RW has been a pleasure to work with...and having not experienced any problems yet - I can't say what they'll be like. I'd gladly compare notes with you anytime you're up at the dz again.... (oh yeah, I tried emailing your friend and haven't heard back from him - could you drop him a line and let him know I'm interested in doing business with him...I can place multiple orders as well - I have friends out of country interested!!) Kahurangi e Mahearangi, Kiwi, RB #926, AFF-I, FAA Snr. Rigger, RN/BSN/Paramedic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akaGQ 0 #24 May 14, 2003 QuoteGQ...Whazzzzzup!! I have just gone through this whole ordeal...and I finally settled on a Vector 3 Micron. I know I could have gone with the trusted Javelin, but waiting 6 MONTHS for a rig is out of the question. I finally narrowed it down to Mirage and Vector - and honestly, Vectors were much more comfortable - better riser protection, better pin protection, lots of options, and very rigger friendly. The reserve deployment on my old rig is by far the best on the market (Racer), but none of the other reserve deployments will do you any harm. So I feel you can trust in that. So far, customer service has been excellent. RW has been a pleasure to work with...and having not experienced any problems yet - I can't say what they'll be like. I'd gladly compare notes with you anytime you're up at the dz again.... (oh yeah, I tried emailing your friend and haven't heard back from him - could you drop him a line and let him know I'm interested in doing business with him...I can place multiple orders as well - I have friends out of country interested!!) what up homie G? Nada here man just trying to figure out what I want ya know. But ok Ill get in touch with Vali about the grafix and such and see whats up with that normally hes good about getting in touch with people about it...I wont be able to jump for another month or so since I dropped a car on my foot I know it sucks but when I do how bout some RW help so I can work on not BACKSLIDING so damn much hehehe I know you get that joke more than anyone else...lol but let me know something pm me sometime or hit me up on messenger sometime. Later,- GQ ... it was the love of the air and sky and flying, the lure of adventure, the appreciation of beauty ... -Charles Lindberg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
