rw and weight loss, baggy jump suits

[bodypilot90 0]

Over the last 2 years I have lost over 35 lbs. From 210 to 173. Its nice not having to be in the base and can dock last with out fear of going low. I now need to order a new jump suit. The one i use now is one I ordered when i was 195 and fits ok but baggy. How do i select one that allows me the fall rate. to dock late but lets me fly better?

[dlcobbett 0]

There is no "one suit does all" option. Ironically, fall rate is entirely "relative". If you are jumping on a lot of walk up loads, the fall rate can change for every jump.

The right tool for the job is the way to go. A couple of different jump suits (one fast, and one slow), coupled with a weight belt should meet all your needs. But remember, your ability to physically alter your fall rate also plays a significant part. These tools will simply reduce the ammount of work you have to put into it.

I personnaly have 3 different RW jumpsuits, and it's not uncommon to use all three on any given day.

When making the decision to downsize: It's your life, don't spend it all on one canopy

[Remster 30]

How tall are you?

Remster

[darkwing 5]

In many cases it is easy and cheap to cut a jumpsuit down to accommodate weight loss.

-- Jeff
My Skydiving History

[bodypilot90 0]

5'9"

[Remster 30]

Its obviously Internet based, but, sounds like you have a "normal build". It now just depends what kind of jumping you do... 4way mostly? Get a comp type snug suit. Fun jumping? Get something with more range. A bit of everything? Like someone else mentioned, you may wants coupe of suits.

Remster

[bodypilot90 0]

ok fun jumping i now have a slow and a slower still so i'll add a bit faster one to the mix

[Remster 30]

The more fitted jumpsuit will fly "cleaner". But, remember, you'll have a lot less "holly fuck" wings and fabric to slow yourself down. You'll need to fly yourself cleaner too.

Remster

[bodypilot90 0]

so true thanks for the input.