TomAiello 26 #1 February 16, 2006 Hey, I saw this smoke bracket in the classifieds. I realize that the creator of the bracket posts here, and can answer some of these questions (and has done so in the other thread), but I'd love to hear from anyone else who has used this bracket. What's the total clearance from the leg to the smoke cannister? How do the foot straps fit relative to the booties (wingsuit or otherwise)? Inside? Outside? Do the brackets clear the outside of the big GS-1 style suits? Anyone here used them and have any in-flight feedback? Thanks.-- Tom Aiello Tom@SnakeRiverBASE.com SnakeRiverBASE.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Professor 0 #2 February 16, 2006 Tom, no one has used these brackets yet. Dave, the guy who made them, just finished them up. They're based on a prototype we used back during halloween. The straps go under the bootie. I'd love to give you some in-flight data, but we don't have our V1s or our GS1s right now, so it's going to be tough. I'll let you know how they work with prodigies . Ted Like a giddy school girl. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
verticalflyer 11 #3 February 16, 2006 I used a new design myself recently with both V1 and GS1 I'll dig out the pics, the desing is verey simple and would cost about £5 in materials and was fine for both suits, no stains heat issues and I used 2 smoke taped together in the bracket. Will post pics shortly.Dont just talk about it, Do it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #4 February 16, 2006 QuoteWhat's the total clearance from the leg to the smoke cannister? It will be 4 inches from the leg to the smoke canister --about 2 1/2 from leg to canister heat shield/holder. QuoteHow do the foot straps fit relative to the booties (wingsuit or otherwise)? Inside? Outside? The foot straps will go on first, pulling the foot plate onto the foot and pulling the foot into the heel cup. If a bracket cutaway is needed the cutaway cable releases the straps and the bracket will fall away. The foot plate only covers half the foot so it is easy to walk in. As for the cutaway cable I have punched a grommet and sewen in velcro so the cable will run inside the suit and out by the foot - easy to reach (located at mid thigh) QuoteDo the brackets clear the outside of the big GS-1 style suits? That depends on if you got the early model with the heel cup or the later models with out. I haven't had a chance to try that as my GS1s were sent back for the new modifactions QuoteAnyone here used them and have any in-flight feedback? Only have used the first generation but this one solves all the issues of the first one. If anyone as any other questions I would be happy to answer. This smoke bracket was my idea and manufactured by a perfectionist who has taken my design and made it 20 times better -- the smoke canister cutaway is genious -- it is very light weight and flying with the first model you didn't even know it was there. The only changes were point the smoke straight down the leg instead of towards the toe and the addition of the whole bracket cutaway system. Email if you would like the brochure voodew@texas.net The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #5 February 16, 2006 Whats it made out of? It looks like plastic of some kind (or i could be blind), if so, how strong is it?Phoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #6 February 16, 2006 Its hand layed fiberglass (solid) -- its extremely strong and they will have a 1 yr repair or replace warranty (loss not included) Not exactly sure on the weight but I would guess without smoke 1lb ---- I will weigh it and get back with you The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #7 February 16, 2006 looks good, do you ship interntationally? Is there a cut away for the canister holder itself, of is it for the whole bracket? Did you consider using carbon fiber instead of the fiber glass?Phoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #8 February 17, 2006 QuoteIs there a cut away for the canister holder itself, of is it for the whole bracket? There is a cutaway for both. Quotelooks good, do you ship interntationally? We don't plan to ship overseas due to past problems with the shipping of helmets (customs/non payment of taxes which falls back on the manufacture) As for the carbon fuckin fiber thing --Dave knows fiberglass ---- The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waldschrat 0 #9 February 17, 2006 Why not with advance payment? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #10 February 17, 2006 QuoteAs for the carbon fuckin fiber thing --Dave knows fiberglass ---- Looks pretty PIMP to me. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #11 February 18, 2006 here are some better pics of the cutaway system. Realize that the cables come 28" long and are to be cut to what ever suits the need -- I have them pulled all the way down for visual aid Edit to add --- smoke canister is about 1" off of the ground while walking -- doesn't impede on walking at all but keeps the smoke as far from the suit as possible without making it impossible to walk. Weight of unit is about 14oz -- give or take a little they are hand made for the most part so it can change one way or the other slightly --- shouldn't ever be over a pound The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #12 February 18, 2006 Nice job Jason.... oh and Dave! I like it!!!!!! Keep em comin. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeordieSkydiver 0 #13 February 20, 2006 QuoteWe don't plan to ship overseas due to past problems with the shipping of helmets (customs/non payment of taxes which falls back on the manufacture) Even with up front payment? What about if one of us (in the UK) became a distributer for you?Lee _______________________________ In a world full of people, only some want to fly, is that not crazy? http://www.ukskydiver.co.uk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #14 February 20, 2006 Let me check into that We would probably need the size of the smoke canisters you would be using overseas as they are made for what is readily available in the US The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #15 May 31, 2006 If you have ordered and paid for one of these brackets and have not heard from me -- please get in contact with me -- I need to refund your money. The guy manufacturing the brackets suffered some injuries yesterday that will prevent him from making them for some time (8 to 10 weeks) There is only one person I have not contacted and he lives up north --- please contact me -- I don't have your info anymore, the manufacture does. Sorry to use this forum this way but I don't want anyone to think I am trying to screw them out of money. Thank you Voodew The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alkonx3m 0 #16 April 28, 2012 Are you still making this smoke bracket? let me know I will like to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #17 April 29, 2012 not making them any longer - sorry The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
