Phillbo 11 #1 October 9, 2003 I hope you guys / gals don't get too tierd of helping out.. I'm currently working on AFF and have started looking for used gear. 6'4" 220# ( slightly heavier right now but expecting to be down to 220 by the end of the month) 2 questions. Canopy size? I'm thinking around 240 to start with and then work my way slowly down to a 190.. Right now I'm just focused on getting the right size for me during the early learning curve. Container sizing ? As I work my way down in size of my main, at what point will I have to be worried about downsizing the container too. Will a 190 in a container large enough to hold a 240/260 be a problem? I know you can't fit 10lbs in a 5 lbs bag but will I cause a problem with 5lbs in a 10lbs bag ???? I was told there is no such thing as a dumb question and I'm holding you all to it Any advice would be appreciated. Phil. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy2 0 #2 October 9, 2003 usually a container can fit a range one size up and one size down ok. Note that if you go one size up it may be difficult to pack for a student, especially if its ZP material. So a container that is sized for a 220 canopy could fit a 240 and down to a 210 safely. Your best bet would be to start looking around at used equipment and query manufacturer's about their product when you have a question of whether or not your main will fit their container. Theyre your best bet for this type of thing. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rigging65 0 #3 October 9, 2003 It's always a great idea is to talk to your Instructors about what size/type gear they think would be good for you. They know you, your jump habits, your DZ (elevation, average winds, etc.) as well as any limits your landing area might have. All these factors need to be considered when making gear choices, and they're the folks who are going to be able to help you most. DZ.com is a great place to lurk and listen about gear...just remember to take everything you hear with a grain of salt. "...and once you had tasted flight, you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been, and there you long to return..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #4 October 9, 2003 Quotejust remember to take everything you hear with a grain of salt. What rigging65 said. In some cases, really big grains of salt. Quoteusually a container can fit a range one size up and one size down ok. Note that if you go one size up it may be difficult to pack for a student, especially if its ZP material. Personally, I would NEVER recommend putting something larger than the container was sized for to someone who is looking at buying their first rig. Sure it can be done, but just because it can be done doesn't mean it's a smart thing to do. Why make learning to pack any more frustrating than it already will be? Phillbo, like rigging65 said talk with your instructors about canopy sizing. Wait until you're done with your student jumps - and done with losing the weight you want to lose - before buying any part of your rig. Worry less about future downsizing and more about getting what's going to keep you jumping safely as you learn about flying a canopy - which, contrary to what some folks will tell you, takes more than 30 or 40 jumps to master. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phillbo 11 #5 October 10, 2003 thanks everyone. Trust me I know to take E-Advice with a garin of salt . I just don't want to find myself having to buy another rig is 6 months if i can avoid it . I also don't like the idea of tossing away money on renting. Typical newbie delima I guess I will have to roll with the flow and see how it all works out. 220 will be my min weight. At 6'4" I would hate to weigh any less than that Right now I am only a few lbs over that. All the excitment of my AFF classes will knock me down fast. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianmdrennan 2 #6 October 10, 2003 QuoteI just don't want to find myself having to buy another rig is 6 months if i can avoid it . I also don't like the idea of tossing away money on renting. The cool thing about buying 2nd hand gear is that you almost always can sell it for almost what you paid for it if you take care of it. So try not to factor in having to replace it soon. Always buy gear for now, not later. Good luck with your decisions. Blue skies IanPerformance Designs Factory Team Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
