sraja 0 #1 June 24, 2008 On the last 3 jumps my slider has been consistently stuck and requires a few pumps on the rear risers. I didn't think much of it but I've been thinking now and I should have a chat with the packer to find out if something is wrong with the gear. Anyone have any clues if this is an indication of something wrong or is it just coincidental to have 3 stuck sliders? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #2 June 24, 2008 At your loading on a Safire 209, I'm going to guess that it's simply a result of a slow opening canopy/pack job. You're able to resolve it without issue, right?---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #3 June 24, 2008 How high up the lines is it sticking? What's the condition of the lines and the grommets on the slider. Maybe there is excessive wear or burrs causing too much friction. I've never jumped a Safire, but I have jumped canopies where the slider hangs up more than others. Is that common with this canopy? My personal experience is that it is easier and faster to pump the slider down using the toggles instead of the rear risers. You may want to try doing it that way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mircan 0 #4 June 24, 2008 Slider on my Safire 2 was doing that on first 20-ish jumps (it was brand new). I also thought of it as strange (and made a post about, video here). At first, i pumped brakes, then i was on rears, but with time it stopped. my 2cdudeist skydiver #42 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 14 #5 June 24, 2008 Quote ...I should have a chat with the packer to find out if something is wrong with the gear. Ha !! Nothing like checking with an "expert". If you feel that your packer knows your gear better than you, there may be deeper issues to think about.My experience is that pumping the brakes is a better method to bring it down. There's probably nothing wrong. Seriously, how about asking your local rigger to show you the things that need to be checked on your gear to watch for wear & tear. You may discover many interesting things about the equipment that you trust with your life. You may even learn to pack. That's a great way to stay in touch with the condition of your gear. Kevin K._____________________________________ Dude, you are so awesome... Can I be on your ash jump ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sraja 0 #6 June 25, 2008 Quote Nothing like checking with an "expert". If you feel that your packer knows your gear better than you, there may be deeper issues to think about. Kevin K. My packer is also a senior rigger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sraja 0 #7 June 25, 2008 QuoteAt your loading on a Safire 209, I'm going to guess that it's simply a result of a slow opening canopy/pack job. You're able to resolve it without issue, right? I think you are probably right - I did ask my packer to give me a little bit of a snively opening on the last few jumps that probably caused it. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sraja 0 #8 June 25, 2008 Thanks John - will check the grommets/line for wear Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
