Jumpallday 0 #1 January 1, 2009 Hey guys and gals, I have a Javelin J3 with a Falcon 195 main that I've been jumping for several years now. I weigh around 160. I moved out to Hawaii and the local jumpers say the winds get pretty fast and I should downsize to avoid getting blown away under an oversize canopy. No one seems to be able to tell me what size range will fit in my rig. Can anybody here help? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #2 January 1, 2009 Don't downsize just since someone else is telling you to. There are some very experienced instructors in HI, Melissa Nelson comes to mind as the first person I'd point you towards out there. Talk to her or any of the other AFF instructors about what size canopy you should be getting. The J3 can hold down to a 135 9 cell (very loose to the point of being dangerous) or holds a 150 ZP canopy nicely but it does not mean that is the right canopy for you.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deyan 31 #3 January 1, 2009 According to Sunpath sizing chart,ZP up to 170sq.ft Blue skies"My belief is that once the doctor whacks you on the butt, all guarantees are off" Jerry Baumchen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
