baRRRpirate

Im new. No way around it and I'm not trying to push the envelope a whole lot. The flying part of my current skill level isn't what concerns me a whole lot. While I only have about 40 jumps, I have 2 hours of one on one tunnel time that has helped my body control in flight tremendously. I understand I'm an extreme novice, but with my freefall ability (belly flying) I have a lot of confidence. But that is gravity taking care of itself. The real skill to skydiving in my opinion is canopy control. Currently I've been jumping (renting) a Silhouette 230. I feel good on this thing, I've spent a lot of time pulling at 5000+ to get the hang of it ie. riser turns, stall point, dives etc...but now I'm looking to fill a container that I purchaced with a Sabre2 210. I wanted to buy a container/ main that would give me hundereds if not a thousand jumps without me getting bored. My landings have been solid. have not crashed in, plf'd or even been close on the Sil 230. I guess my question is; How do I know when i can cut 20 more square ft out and how much different is the semi elliptical compared to the square ram chute Ive been using? Am I ready because I feel ready? As a long time motorcycle racer I've seen my share of crashes due to people thinking they are ready. my stats are as follows: 6'00'' exit weight of 215

Hi everyone, I found this site and have been reading posts and info off and on for about 4 months now. Theres a lot of really good stuff going on here. Anyway, I saw a main that I'm interested in so I finally started an account. The concerns I have is for scams upon purchasing...what are the safe and standard methods to paying private sellers and recieving the shipments. Also, is there any insurance that you will get what you paid for?