masher 1 #1 April 28, 2003 Does anyone have any pics of a Woomera? I would just like to know what they look like. It's currently an option for my first rig (second hand)-- Arching is overrated - Marlies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
towerrat 0 #2 April 29, 2003 Are you sure you want to buy a rig that you have to post a search for pictures of? does the manufacturer not have a website? where did it come from? will you be able to find a rigger who can pack the reserve?does anyone you know have experience with them?what are it's operating limits? I'm not saying it's bad gear, maybe I've just never heard of it. I would still do some heavy investigating.....Play stupid games, win stupid prizes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikkey 0 #3 April 29, 2003 It was a "local" product in Australia that is why people outside would not have heard about it. I think (not sure) it was a rig with ripcord and spring loaded PC. I would recommed to talk to an experienced Australian rigger or instructor.--------------------------------------------------------- When people look like ants - pull. When ants look like people - pray. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masher 1 #4 April 29, 2003 www.roochutes.com.au They're up in Queensland...-- Arching is overrated - Marlies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vmsfreaky1 0 #5 April 29, 2003 Hi Masher, From what i remember the woomera has a throwout reserve and is restricted to APF "E" license holders , i saw some advertised when i was looking for my first rig and the throwout reserve option scared the crap outta me! as well being way outta my experience level. I havent seen a photo for a while though..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpy 0 #6 April 29, 2003 From what I understand the early ones were but I know a dude that has a newer one that is not.. just a normal reserve ripcord and throwaway pc. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymick 0 #7 April 29, 2003 Ive got a Woomera (1998). Its a good rig for the price you pay but it doesnt look as flash as a Mirage or Jav. Mine has velcro riser covers, no bridle cover but good solid main and reserve pin flaps. It doesnt have any hip or chest rings either so it probably wont be as comfy as a more expensive rig. Ive had it for a year now and havent had any big problems with it so far... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b1jercat 0 #8 April 29, 2003 Doesn't look like getting your hands on a Infinity is an option. oh well blue skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masher 1 #9 April 29, 2003 QuoteHi Masher, From what i remember the woomera has a throwout reserve ..... That was only one version of the woomera...-- Arching is overrated - Marlies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masher 1 #10 April 29, 2003 QuoteIve got a Woomera (1998). Thanks for that reply Mick. It's a 98 Woomera that I'm looking at. I've emailed the guy, just waiting for a reply.-- Arching is overrated - Marlies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #11 April 29, 2003 There are basically two versions of Woomera. The early ones started with Racer patterns, but had a throw-out reserve pilotchute. They wokled well for years and from what I understand, only one senior jumper went in with a Woomera problem. The last time I spoke with Barry what's-his-name was in 1997. Barry explained that he had introduced a new version of the Woomera with a "Vector style" reserve container. Woomeras are decent gear if you can pick them up cheap. Just remember that it is "regional" gear (like Sidewinders in Canada) and will be difficult to sell outside of Australia. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danne 0 #12 April 10, 2005 Hi, Does anyone know where I can hold of a manual for the Woomera (MFD 1999)? The link to the manufacturer does not seem to work. Anyone know of any alternativ contact info? Thanks, Daniel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #13 April 11, 2005 The APF has the following contact information: ROOCHUTES AUSTRALIA Pty Ltd, PO Box 125, WYNNUM QLD 4178, Loft at 35 Foley Rd, Hemmant QLD 4174 07 3890 1716, Fx 07 3890 1718, Mobile 014 055 643 For those outside Australia, the country code is 61. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggermick 7 #14 April 11, 2005 QuoteFrom what I understand the early ones were but I know a dude that has a newer one that is not.. just a normal reserve ripcord and throwaway pc. It used a pull out, not a throw out reserve deployment system. Mick. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cookie 0 #15 April 11, 2005 Yes the old Woomera hey. I have done about 20 CRW jumps using them. The reserve pud is attached to the bottom of the reserve pilot chute like a pull out, there is approx 3 feet of bridle and attached is a curved pin. I remember that the reserve pin was infact a straight pin that had been bent. The Aussie crew guys loved them because the main tray was designed similar to the racer in that it completly opened up and had velcro on the sides to keep it closed. A friend of mine Roy was doing a demo jump into a football stadium and his flag unfurled in freefall. He deployed his main which entangled with the flag. In a headown down attitude due to the main/flag entanglment he was able to strategically place his reserve pilot shute (Woomera) away from the trailing mess. In his words he said he suddenly found a hole and pitch his pilotchute into it. He had his reserve out at 600 but due to the stadium parralax error his wife who was doing ground crew thought he had gone in. Well enough of the stories. Make sure your Woomera 2 has had the main riser cover mods done. The reason for a modification is that the main riser cover tuck flaps have been known to have stuck closed on deployment. Talk to Barry Lewis if you have any questions. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danne 0 #16 April 11, 2005 Thanks, Does anyone have a working website or email? /Daniel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
