Croc 0 #1 June 16, 2013 I know there have been a couple of threads about upsizing, but I wanted to relate my experiences. After knee surgery this winter for a non-skydiving injury, my doctor advised me not to run at all, so I traded my 150 Pilot in for a Pilot 188 (WL 1:1). I was never good at landing, although my skills dramatically improved when I got my Pilot; nevertheless landing was somewhat of a tense time, especially in no winds. Although I was satisfied with my landings, I had to run pretty hard in no wind, and I always had to concentrate on my flair to avoid tripping. (I think I am a chronic late-flairer). What a difference upsizing has made! This is the correct wing loading for my skill level. My landings are effortless, and always enjoyable. I would recommend to anyone who has marginal landing skills (and you know who you are) to upsize. You will be amazed what a good canopy pilot you are!"Here's a good specimen of my own wisdom. Something is so, except when it isn't so." Charles Fort, commenting on the many contradictions of astronomy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
