sid 1 #1 January 29, 2006 Got to jump my new tandem rig yesterday for the first time (I bought beer - the manifestress' favorite brand) and it was sweeeeeeeeeeet. Unfortunately none of my people wanted video so no "in flight" pics, but here's one of the rig sitting next to one of Art's new Sigmas (for size comparison)..........Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeForsythe 0 #2 January 29, 2006 Looks great, congratsTime and pressure will always show you who a person really is! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #3 January 29, 2006 That's a good lookin' rig! Racers are good rigs. Whoever packed it, did a nice job. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #4 January 29, 2006 QuoteThat's a good lookin' rig! Racers are good rigs. Whoever packed it, did a nice job. Chuck Why thank you! That would have been me...........Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #5 January 29, 2006 QuoteQuoteThat's a good lookin' rig! Racers are good rigs. Whoever packed it, did a nice job. Chuck Why thank you! That would have been me........... ____________________________ You're more than welcome! (Shoot, I knew that!) Just wanted to mention, I thought you do good work. I'll bet, that Racer, is comfy!? Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #6 January 29, 2006 I have never jumped, a racer how does it compare to the Vector 2 Tandem?An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dqpacker 7 #7 January 29, 2006 what size main and reserve? Looks good for a racer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillLockwood 0 #8 January 29, 2006 Jumped one at Rantoul. The most comfortable tandem rig bar none. Weighs under 40lbs. with a 400 reserve and a FireBolt 350 tandem main that is to die for. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #9 January 29, 2006 Sweet looking rig bro. Almost as good looking as THIS one "It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #10 January 29, 2006 QuoteI have never jumped, a racer how does it compare to the Vector 2 Tandem? I trained on the Vector 2.... my comparison is here http://sidsrigging.com/skydivers/tandemreview.htm caveat! I consult for JumpShack, but I bought this rig!Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #11 January 29, 2006 QuoteSweet looking rig bro. Almost as good looking as THIS one Scott. I couldn't look as cool as you if they painted me with Brad Pitt - but I'll take being a close second!Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dzpunk 0 #12 January 30, 2006 nice rig sid, but dont ask the monkey how to close it! ps. i think chucky's looks the best. but im kinda partial to orange and blue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #13 January 30, 2006 Quotenice rig sid, but dont ask the monkey how to close it! That's why it's either Tim Eason or me closing it!Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #14 January 30, 2006 Nice looking rig.However I grew up on the Sigma, and out of over 1000 tandems I have 7 non Sigma Jumps. I do not like 3ring drogue attachment systems. Call me a Sigma snob. ---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #15 January 30, 2006 Quote Call me a Sigma snob. you're a Sigma snob! Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #16 January 30, 2006 Hehe.... BTW QuoteSome other noticeable differences are the third drogue release which is also the cutaway handle, and a two riser RSL. This is the only system I know of that has a means of cutting away the entire main assembly, and ensures (by design) the proper sequence of emergency procedures with a one handle pull The Eclipse Tandem System has that feature.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #17 January 30, 2006 Quote The Eclipse Tandem System has that feature. seriously (in other words, not trying to be a smart ass for once) - is the Eclipse Tandem still in production?Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #18 January 30, 2006 Don't know for sure.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #19 January 30, 2006 I've got a question, I've packed an older racer tandem rig in the past and it was FUGLY!! However, your rig appears to look pretty nice. I'm wondering what racer has changed. Does the three ring system still have 3 cables? Would you mind taking a close up picture with the flap open so I can see how things are routed? -Karen "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #20 January 30, 2006 QuoteI've got a question, I've packed an older racer tandem rig in the past and it was FUGLY!! However, your rig appears to look pretty nice. I'm wondering what racer has changed. Does the three ring system still have 3 cables? Would you mind taking a close up picture with the flap open so I can see how things are routed? -KarenThe newer tandem is based on the 2K3 design and has a different mid-flap and epaulettes (riser covers). This gives it a more streamlined profile. It still has the drogue riser with the three ring drogue hook up, and yes three cables. One for each drogue release handle and one which is part of the cutaway system, so that if you cut away you release the drogue as well. When I get home I'll be glad to take some close ups of the drogue riser for you and I'll post them then. It ain't fugly now is it? Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #21 January 30, 2006 QuoteIt ain't fugly now is it? Nope! --And I can't believe I'm saying that about a racer!! "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #22 January 30, 2006 QuoteI've got a question, I've packed an older racer tandem rig in the past and it was FUGLY!! However, your rig appears to look pretty nice. I'm wondering what racer has changed. Does the three ring system still have 3 cables? Would you mind taking a close up picture with the flap open so I can see how things are routed? -Karen Here ya go........Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #23 January 31, 2006 Didn't Strong do some kind of upgrade to do the same thing?An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sid 1 #24 January 31, 2006 QuoteDidn't Strong do some kind of upgrade to do the same thing? not sure, I'm not "Strong" enough to pick one up and examine it Oh God, I can't believe I went there.............Pete Draper, Just because my life plan is written on the back of a Hooter's Napkin, it's still a life plan.... right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teason 0 #25 January 31, 2006 I would imagine a 396main and a 425 reserve. Just a guess. Hey, here's mine! (also witha 425/396 combo)I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
