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[Curtis Stone 1]

I'm looking to buy a used container or complete rigg. I'm 165 lbs

[wmw999 2,439]

Use the ads for this. And talk to people around where you jump

Wendy P. 

[JerryBaumchen 1,354]

4 hours ago, Curtis Stone said:

I'm looking to buy a used container or complete rigg. I'm 165 lbs

Hi Curtis,

I've been around skydiving for a while.  It is very easy for a Newbie to be 'taken' by someone wanting to unload their old gear.

Talk to as many people as you can.  Do NOT buy on price only.

Take your time & don't be in a hurry.

Jerry Baumchen

PS)  Lots of folks on this website will answer almost any question[s] you might have.

 

Edited March 28, 2024 by JerryBaumchen

[Veis 29]

4 hours ago, Curtis Stone said:

container or complete rigg. I'm 165 lbs

In order not to make a mistake when choosing a container, you also need to know the height. The used container may be dilapidated, especially if the ground was wet...)

[BIGUN 1,296]

6 hours ago, Curtis Stone said:

I'm looking to buy a used container or complete rigg. I'm 165 lbs

https://www.dropzone.com/articles/gear/a-guide-to-buying-your-first-skydiving-gear-r628/

 

[Curtis Stone 1]

I am 5'10" 165 lbs

[BIGUN 1,296]

13 hours ago, Curtis Stone said:

I am 5'10" 165 lbs

Curtis, you're profile lists you as jumping at AZ, with two jumps. It would be irresponsible for someone on the Internet to guide you on a purchase at this time. There are great Instructors and Riggers at the DZ there. Please ask them to give you some guidance on what you should be jumping this early. We don't know your skillset. My advice to new jumpers has always been - Finish your A License and then let's sit down and talk about gear choices. And, we would begin with your reserve size first and build a rig around that.