half-a-greek 0 #1 February 16, 2009 A Relative Workshop Vector II, Type V5.5 - Main: 450-580/Reserve: 350-480 (pack volume); blue, RSL, excellent condition (less than 50 jumps). DOM: Sep 91. I'm 5'9 and weigh around 190-200 I'm looking to get a 230sq ft, at the largest, canopy as my first canopy... thoughts? the container is one year younger than me... minimal jumps, but time in general has a way of wearing things down, regardless of use... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #2 February 16, 2009 230sqft. zp main might be a bit of a squeeze. IMO, the container by itself is worth $200-400 dollars."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
likestojump 3 #3 February 17, 2009 Quote230sqft. zp main might be a bit of a squeeze. IMO, the container by itself is worth $200-400 dollars. if it has BOC conversion and Cypres conversion done, and the velcro is strong - $200-$400 is what it will sell for. And get the rigger to sew the split d-bag shut Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 36 #4 February 17, 2009 This size usually had a 7 cell non-zp canopy about 220 sq. ft. Maybe up to a 240. A 220 sq. ft ZP most likely won't fit. I have a 7 cell zp 190 sq. ft. main in a V-5 and it fits. A 1991 container was not ready for an AAD. If you want a modern AAD and it HASN'T been made ready it will take a little work from a master rigger. It also very likely didn't have a Bottom Of Container BOC deployment. You will likely want this added. This rig is not particularly good for freeflying. But well maintained ones WITH a BOC were/are often used for limited freeflying. Not the best idea. This makes a good second rig for demos, instructing, etc. If you REALLY poor this can be a reasonable first rig to learn belly flying. But I'd suggest looking for a somewhat newer rig. I currently have 2. One as my second belly rig and one as my CRW/BIG canopy rig (a V-8). And I agree with 200 to 400 if it does what you want. Closet queens can be good buys as long as they meet the need.I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites