jbcongo 0 #1 November 14, 2004 I know this past summer Aerodyne was offering a discount on a complete Icon/Pilot/Smart package. I missed my chance, and was curious if anyone knows of any similar deals being offered by any retailers. Package deal including a cypress would be even better. Thanks, Justin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helldog 0 #2 November 14, 2004 I was told that Aerodyne would possibly be having a year end sale in dec to reduce their stock (the tax man commeth). So if your looking at there equipment hang on for a couple more weeks. Blues Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chopchop 0 #3 November 14, 2004 Contact Bonnie (gravitygirl on here) at Gravity Gear - www.gravitygear.com.. She keeps up on things like that. AND she absolutely loves putting skydivers under Pilots. chopchop gotta go... Plaything needs a spanking.. Lotsa Pictures Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 94 #4 November 14, 2004 If you're ordering everything at once, you should expect an extra good deal from any dealer. Make sure you give local dealers a chance to compete. edit to add - there are some distinct advantages to having your harness/container mfg in the local area (Infinity by Velocity Sports). You don't have to get everything from one mfg in order to get a great deal.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #5 November 14, 2004 at 21 jumps, seriously think about buying used. you'll outgrow your newbie gear fairly quickly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigway 4 #6 November 14, 2004 at 21 jumps you should wait unti around a hundred-200 jumps before you blow all that cash, you will more than likely want to downsize. There is some really good used gear in the classifieds. .Karnage Krew Gear Store . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #7 November 14, 2004 Quoteat 21 jumps you should wait unti around a hundred-200 jumps before you blow all that cash, you will more than likely want to downsize. There is some really good used gear in the classifieds. The depreciation on the Pilot isn't that bad, and the rest (rig, reserve size) shouldn't be changing that quickly. The summer promo was a pretty good one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbcongo 0 #8 November 14, 2004 I respect the views about going the used route. I have been watching the classifieds here and on other sites reguarly. My problem is that I don't fit what appears to be the average size for gear. I am about 155lb, but only 5'3" short I am definitely looking at all my options. Currently jumping 190zp student gear while I work on finishing up my A card. Just not sure how much I will really want to downsize down the road. Thanks to all for any input and advice. Justin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #9 November 15, 2004 First off you are getting all kinds of advise from newbies - If you decide to buy a new rig, be prepared to lose money selling it as your statementQuoteJust not sure how much I will really want to downsize down the road. will change in 100 jumps or so it always does. You can normally put about 2 to 3 sizes smaller mains in most containers which should get you down the road a ways if you downsize "smart" Depending on how much you plan to jump will determine if it is worth buying vs. renting gear - if you make 100 jumps a yr or more buy a rig new or used. Talk to your instructors as to what size main to get. If you buy a new rig with a 170-190 in it you should be able to down size a couple a times in the future on the same custom made rig which will fit you better than used gear- and yes it does make a difference The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #10 November 15, 2004 sometimes you can have the harness adjusted to fit you, if the container is right for your canopies. talk to your rigger for advice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airline3 0 #11 November 15, 2004 QuoteContact Bonnie (gravitygirl on here) at Gravity Gear - www.gravitygear.com.. She keeps up on things like that. AND she absolutely loves putting skydivers under Pilots. Dealers love selling Pilots because they are cheap canopies and they actually make more money on them, thats why they push them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites voodew1 0 #12 November 15, 2004 Pilots are cheap compared to a PD canopy they are about the same price as everyone elses give or take a little Pilot mains are about $1600 Cobalt $1450 Safire $1875 Fusion $1750 Z-Po $1450 Sentry $1600 I know that the Cobalt doesn't fit in the beginner cat. just wanted to put it in there also. All the canopies are about the same price - Aerodyne is a relatively newer company trying to get started don't be surprised if the prices go up in a few years. Check out the Pilot vs. Sabre 2 thread in this forum it also shows why the pilot is selling so well not to mention it is less expensive Jason The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Vallerina 2 #13 November 15, 2004 *Disclaimer* I have NO clue as to what is best for you to do. Ask your instructors and others that know your needs better. Saying that, Aerodyne has been putting some fantastic deals out there lately. I wasn't even in the market for new gear, but I couldn't pass the opportunity that I was given up! There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Thanatos340 1 #14 November 16, 2004 Listen to what everyone is saying about waiting just a little while before buying new custom gear. At 25 Jumps, I lucked into a deal on complete Aerodyne Rig that was way too good to pass up. I ended up getting an Icon I6 and Pilot 188 which was (and still is for the most part) appropriate for me. Now here I am a few months later and know that I will be buying a Pilot 168 before the end of the year. The problem is that a 168 main will be a little loose in my I6 and I will not be able to go smaller after that in that container. So really, I need a new container too, If not now then within a year or so as I will probably settle into a 150 main eventually. I love my Icon but I have one of the first generation rigs that have the Thinner closing flaps and the rig looks distorted if the pack job is not perfect. This is not an issue with the newer Icons as they stiffened up the side flaps on the newer design (so I was told). That is even more motivation for me to sell my brand new rig and buy another one since I am one of those vain jumpers that likes his gear to look good too. If I had just waited a few months, I would have bought what I really needed to begin with. Aerodyne Gear is great and the deals cannot be beat. Just make sure you get gear that will last you for few years before you buy custom gear. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Fab 0 #15 November 16, 2004 I agree...don't buy stuff new so soon. I ordered my first (and brand new) rig at around 100 jumps with a wingload of 1.25 - 1.3...and I can still downsize in this rig. Buy something you will enjoy for a while.... _______________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
voodew1 0 #12 November 15, 2004 Pilots are cheap compared to a PD canopy they are about the same price as everyone elses give or take a little Pilot mains are about $1600 Cobalt $1450 Safire $1875 Fusion $1750 Z-Po $1450 Sentry $1600 I know that the Cobalt doesn't fit in the beginner cat. just wanted to put it in there also. All the canopies are about the same price - Aerodyne is a relatively newer company trying to get started don't be surprised if the prices go up in a few years. Check out the Pilot vs. Sabre 2 thread in this forum it also shows why the pilot is selling so well not to mention it is less expensive Jason The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #13 November 15, 2004 *Disclaimer* I have NO clue as to what is best for you to do. Ask your instructors and others that know your needs better. Saying that, Aerodyne has been putting some fantastic deals out there lately. I wasn't even in the market for new gear, but I couldn't pass the opportunity that I was given up! There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thanatos340 1 #14 November 16, 2004 Listen to what everyone is saying about waiting just a little while before buying new custom gear. At 25 Jumps, I lucked into a deal on complete Aerodyne Rig that was way too good to pass up. I ended up getting an Icon I6 and Pilot 188 which was (and still is for the most part) appropriate for me. Now here I am a few months later and know that I will be buying a Pilot 168 before the end of the year. The problem is that a 168 main will be a little loose in my I6 and I will not be able to go smaller after that in that container. So really, I need a new container too, If not now then within a year or so as I will probably settle into a 150 main eventually. I love my Icon but I have one of the first generation rigs that have the Thinner closing flaps and the rig looks distorted if the pack job is not perfect. This is not an issue with the newer Icons as they stiffened up the side flaps on the newer design (so I was told). That is even more motivation for me to sell my brand new rig and buy another one since I am one of those vain jumpers that likes his gear to look good too. If I had just waited a few months, I would have bought what I really needed to begin with. Aerodyne Gear is great and the deals cannot be beat. Just make sure you get gear that will last you for few years before you buy custom gear. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fab 0 #15 November 16, 2004 I agree...don't buy stuff new so soon. I ordered my first (and brand new) rig at around 100 jumps with a wingload of 1.25 - 1.3...and I can still downsize in this rig. Buy something you will enjoy for a while.... _______________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
