atinderpal 0 #1 May 1, 2016 I am buying a used Icon I3 according to my size. It has an Optimum 143 reserve and the owner says that Pilot 140 ZPX fits tight in it. I am currently jumping a 170 and ready to downsize. My wing loading at 150 will be exactly 1.1(65 kg weight) and will go to 1.18 at 140. Only 78 jumps as of now. Will a 150 Spectre or Storm fit in I3? I jump at Skydive Dubai so very low humidity as far as packing is concerned. Should I consider renting 150 for sometime and buy 140? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skytribe 17 #2 May 1, 2016 http://www.flyaerodyne.com/download/IconSizingChart.pdf Or perhaps just email and ask the manufacturer. That way you get a definative answer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
atinderpal 0 #3 May 1, 2016 This sizing chart is applicable correctly to Aerodyne canopies. They have three categories ZP, ZPX and Ultra LPV. I don't know where Spectre and Storm will lie. PS. I am still waiting for an answer from Aerodyne regarding my last query. They probably start their weekend from Thursdays... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #4 May 1, 2016 Yes, the container manufacturer will give you the most accurate answers on compatibility. When you are trying to stuff a large canopy into a medium-sized container, bias all the variables towards lower pack volume: fabric, suspension lines and number of cells. Fabric: stick with zero porosity top skin, but ask for ZPX to reduce pack volume a bit. To further reduce pack volume ask for a bottom skin made of "Optimum" (or similar low volume) fabric New, low-volume fabrics pack 10 or 20 smaller than old-school F-111 fabric. Suspension line: Vectran or HMA packs 20 percent smaller than old-school Dacron. Cells: fewer cells mean fewer ribs to pack and fewer suspension lines. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
