Most manufacturers provide custom built containers, so each measurement taken ensures the harness will feel as comfortable as possible. If the sizing and fit is correct, the rig will feel good and will stay in place when worn with the canopies packed.

The harness should hold the container close to the body, but also allow maximum movement, offering the skydiver maximum freedom!

Harness sizing is different to container sizing. Where the harness fits the body, the container fits the canopies.

As every container is custom made to order we take each persons measurements and make the harness then we look at which canopies are being used and size the container accordingly.

Functionality

How easy is the container to pack?
Does the rigger enjoy packing it?
Does it need much maintenance?
Is there a lot of Velcro?
Does the container look pleasing to the eye?

Price

Is the container competitively priced?
Are you getting what you want for your money?
Remember that you get what you pay for.

Final Questions

When you receive the container, did you get what you ordered, colors, style?
Does it fit correctly?
Will the manufacturer take care of any problems?
Are you confident with your Manufacturers after sales service?

More Harness and Container Articles (7)

Some Tips on Buying Your First Rig by Lisa Briggs - Sunday, February 25, 2001

What to look for in a new Container by Sun Path Products - Friday, August 13, 1999

Housing Friction: Hard Housing vs. Soft Housing by Relative Workshop - Sunday, November 15, 1998

Reversed vs. Non-Reversed Risers by Relative Workshop - Tuesday, August 11, 1998

Analysis of a Riser by John Sherman - Monday, March 10, 1997

The 3 Ring: What It Is, And How It Works by Jump Shack - Tuesday, October 8, 1996

Choices About Containers by Bryan Burke - Wednesday, December 21, 1994

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