dalebutterworth

A lot of Lightning users in OZ have problems with pilotchutes in tow when using throwaways. To resolve this we have lengthened the bridles and changed the routing as documented below. I’m interested in other solutions people have developed to resolve this? Thanks, Dale The current solution: Make a new longer bridle and change the routing. Standard Lightning routing: Left ring -> Right -> Center -> Pilotchute. Modified routing: Center Ring -> Left -> Right -> Center -> Pilotchute. The advantage: An extra 70cm of bridle and no P/C’s in tow. Disadvantage: Increased risk of the bridle jamming* * This was solved by 1) Installing a nipple/pin tab and/or moving it very close to the canopy attachment point. 2) Using 500lb dacron for the bridle. 3) Ensuring the bridle is clear and routed correctly after each jump! See the Triathlon routing picture for more info. 4) We haven’t had any problems since applying changes 1-3 but if it does jam, pulling the front risers to your knees, then dropping them solved it every time.