NEW Crossbraced Canopy !! : Designed by - Parachute Systems - V-MAX 27

[skysaintj 0]

Parachute Systems (South Africa) has released a crossbraced canopy - V-MAX 27 !!!

I know they have sent through a few demo models to europe and the states recently - Is there somebody that has jumped it ?

Billy Sharman (U.S.A) recently visited SA and he feels it's a real good canopy with a dive of a Velo and the rears of a Xaos .... i jump one myself (89 sq/ft) and tend to agree.

See attachments for pics of the new V-Max(retails 4 around $1700)

So if you jumped the V-MAX - add your comments ... ?

If at first, the idea is not absurd, then there is no hope for it

[diablopilot 2]

Cool, nice to see another 27 cell on the market.

What line types are offered?

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[skysaintj 0]

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Cool, nice to see another 27 cell on the market.

What line types are offered?

HMA 500 and 300

... Oh and i forgot to add - the openings on the V-MAX are soooo sweet - i have jumped velos,fx,vx,xaos 27 and the xaos 21 is the only canopy that come close ..

If at first, the idea is not absurd, then there is no hope for it

[kevinv 0]

For what it's worth, I really rate this canopy. I am jumping a 99 loaded at 2.4 and really enjoying it. The only other cross-brace I have jumped is an FX, but I have seen it up against other canopies and it is a solid performer with great openings.

Hard work never killed anybody, but why risk it?

[selwynj 0]

Isn't this the same as this thread. http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=2570334;search_string=pierre3636;#2570334

“It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

[Peej 0]

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Isn't this the same as this thread. http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=2570334;search_string=pierre3636;#2570334

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[Markj 0]

Hey they renamed "the machine" to Vmax?

[Peej 0]

Yup.

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[skysaintj 0]

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Hey they renamed "the machine" to Vmax?

Machine was all the prototypes (testing etc ...)

If at first, the idea is not absurd, then there is no hope for it

[eUrNiCc 0]

I'm a huge fan of Parachute Systems gear! I flew the "Machine" 89 (@1.8) about a year ago. It opened and performed alot like a VX at the same (way too low) wingloading. The opening was great and it felt very solid.
I'd love to demo something around a 70-75 so that I could compare it to my JVX & VX.

Egad, A BASE life defiles a bad age.

[pierre3636 0]

screw the Vmax check how nice our pond looks

for the record MACHINE + test jumps and tuning = Vmax

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[skysaintj 0]

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screw the Vmax check how nice our pond looks

for the record MACHINE + test jumps and tuning = Vmax

Fair enough but uuhhmm .. where the hell is your stepup ring !!!

If at first, the idea is not absurd, then there is no hope for it

[brendakt 0]

Hey. Cant see any info on their site about it and as per they are not returning emails.
Any info on when it will go mainstream?
Thanks.

[driaanlouw 0]

Some nice pics of the V-max in action.
Opens great, flies great, nice big flare @ the end.
With the right pilot, it will give the US canopies a run for their $.
Lets just hope we can get thru to place an order....

[Jump79 0]

I am in the process of getting some demos sent here to the states. I wanted to know who is interested in jumping them. Sizes Vmax 79 , 89, 99

[ianmdrennan 2]

If a 79 found it's way to GA I'd put a few test jumps on it.

Blues,
Ian

Performance Designs Factory Team

[IMGR2 0]

I'll take one down here in Texas as well.

[marks 0]

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If a 79 found it's way to GA I'd put a few test jumps on it.

Blues,
Ian

let me know if you get one here Ian, I would like to try it also.

[selwynj 0]

Thoughts?

“It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

[RickyGood 0]

Hi there.
What is the price of a new Vmax and what is the delivery time?
I know it's a massive ask but what are the chances of getting a demo sent down to New Zealand? I think there could be alot of camera men down here looking for a nice opening x-brace?

Cheers :)

[ianmdrennan 2]

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Thoughts?

I'd like to jump a demo first before passing on my thoughts

Now if you're asking my thoughts on Parachute Systems customer service....that I can respond to

Blues Ian

Performance Designs Factory Team

[selwynj 0]

Sorry, reading too fast again.

“It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

[jr93 0]

Parachute systems has a great canopy and great customerservice. Ive been jumping the new parachute from them for a year now and i have to say..its great...If you get a chance,,try it...and if you order one,....You will see how good the service is...
JR/Erwin

[ianmdrennan 2]

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Parachute systems has a great canopy and great customerservice. Ive been jumping the new parachute from them for a year now and i have to say..its great...If you get a chance,,try it...and if you order one,....You will see how good the service is...
JR/Erwin

I jumped their gear for many years. I liked the gear.

Since Louis Tommasso (sp?) has taken over the US dealings the service has improved significantly.

Blues,
Ian

Performance Designs Factory Team

[Emu 0]

so did anyone get around to test jumping one?