natalisa 0 #1 September 2, 2014 So I just got a new container and the yolk seems to be just too big.. This is a custom made container to fit me and my rigger did the measuring. I did not change in siZe in any way since then. Anyone know how to go about it in this situation? I'm afraid i might simply fly out of the thing if my chest strap loosens a bit somehow.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #2 September 2, 2014 Contact the person/company that ordered it for you, then the manufacturer.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shift 0 #3 September 2, 2014 Talk to whoever ordered it and the rigger that measured you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwieder 0 #4 September 2, 2014 QuoteSo I just got a new container and the yolk seems to be just too big.. This is a custom made container to fit me and my rigger did the measuring. I did not change in size in any way since then. Anyone know how to go about it in this situation? I'm afraid i might simply fly out of the thing if my chest strap loosens a bit somehow. Shoot, you gotta give that thing some time to "get right" B/F you going to doing fancy tricks with it. Shake it down!-Richard- "You're Holding The Rope And I'm Taking The Fall" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 135 #5 September 2, 2014 yolk as in the yellow of the egg ? can we know what rig ? you say it "seems" too big. Is it or does it seem ?scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
natalisa 0 #6 September 2, 2014 I had that thought cross my mind as well.. will talk to rigger/ mfg. see what they say. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
natalisa 0 #7 September 2, 2014 piisfishyolk as in the yellow of the egg ? can we know what rig ? you say it "seems" too big. Is it or does it seem ? ha!! i was wondering if i got that one right- newbie & esl here-yoke it is)) it's a wings container. if i tighten my chest strap really well it stays on, but if i loosen the thing just slides of my shoulders.. couple of people mentioned that it seems too big, but as others suggested i will ask the my rigger and couple of other people i trust at the dz and go from there Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 558 #8 September 2, 2014 Have you packed canopies into it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
natalisa 0 #9 September 2, 2014 riggerrobHave you packed canopies into it? Yup- i though it will help but it just makes it so much more prone to sliding off b/c of the aweigh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 558 #10 September 2, 2014 The next step is sending photos (of you wearing the harness) to the Wings factory. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
natalisa 0 #11 September 2, 2014 huh, good point. Thanks for your input! =) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 36 #12 September 2, 2014 Once again I have to recommend experienced rigger. Many riggers may have no more than a general idea that a rig might be too big, have never measured anybody for a rig, have never dealt with a wings container, etc. A rigger ticket requires basic knowledge and skills and no skydiving experience. You may very well be asking the right folks and the rig may very well be too big. But simply asking a 'rigger' may not get you the experience you need. Getting with your dealer and the manufacturer is the way most appropriate. And while it may be too big remember this is the first rig made for you and it will feel different than any rental or student rig. Last time we offered that advice the new owner thought the rig was too small because it was the first one he wore that actually fit him.I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
natalisa 0 #13 September 2, 2014 You have a very good point- it is a first made for me rig and it does fit me better than anything before =) the rigger who did the measuring is an experienced one and he is one of the few i trust at the dz. I will check more closely with him now- he has not yet seen me with it on and if anything- talk to the Mfg.. thank you for the input Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcordell 2 #14 September 2, 2014 I have a custom wings container and I'd be hard pressed to slide it off one shoulder let alone both once the chest strap is tightened properly. I'm not sure I could do it without the chest strap tightened. It should sit comfortably on your shoulders without feeling like it is going to fall off. Do you have a picture of you wearing it?www.facebook.com/FlintHillsRigging Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
likestojump 3 #15 September 2, 2014 natalisa***Have you packed canopies into it? Yup- i though it will help but it just makes it so much more prone to sliding off b/c of the aweigh What's your height/weight ? What's the sizing printed on the reserve riser ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 36 #16 September 2, 2014 Also hanging in it on the ground will give you and others another perspective.I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
