gixzig 0 #1 August 29, 2010 Like the title says I'm looking for some feedback on Chutingstar. I mean I don’t recall any bad posts or stories about them, but I'm not on here all the time. Also anyone know if they are offering any discounts lately? I'm ordering a vigil and some other misc stuff. And saving some money always helps. A dollar saved is a dollar closer to another jump! LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 3 #2 August 29, 2010 I've done quite a bit of business with them, and they seem to bust ass to keep customer service at the fore. Call em' up to ask about any discounts or good deals. They've always answered the phone when I've called. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #3 August 29, 2010 QuoteI've done quite a bit of business with them, and they seem to bust ass to keep customer service at the fore. Call em' up to ask about any discounts or good deals. They've always answered the phone when I've called. +1 Those guys are always a huge help and they know their shit. I usually email them and get a reply back within the half hour. (sometimes even at odd hours back in the states)"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peregrinerose 0 #4 August 29, 2010 I've only dealt with them once and it was very nice. They had a canopy waiting for me to demo at The Farm when I visited this summer. Since I jumped it there and I didn't park it in the trees or anything, they didn't charge me for the demo. I fell in love with the canopy, so when my old one sold a week later, they had the demo that I fell in love with shipped to me within 3 days of ordering/buying it from them. Do or do not, there is no try -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hvance 0 #5 August 29, 2010 Mike G. and J have both been very helpful both in person and over email with my many questions about gear/requests for advice. Last week, I received an email from Mike past midnight. I've been very pleased with Chutingstar.I wish Google Maps had an "Avoid Ghetto" routing option. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildcard451 0 #6 August 29, 2010 You'd be hard pressed to find a better gear store, rigging loft out there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dittodogg 0 #7 August 29, 2010 Mike is probably one of the most respected riggers on the US. I have had several repacks done there by him or his staff. I had a cutaway and they were awesome about getting me a new freebag ordered. About 3 weeks later mike emailed me saying they found my old one and saved it for me for the next time I was up that way. Miki just repacked my reserve after a trip overseas and shipped it to me next day so I could jump. I was not expecting that one. Mike has also installed swoop cords for me and made repairs to my slider with nothing but quality work slingin the sewing machine around! I have bought tons of equipment there and J is currently working though a canopy manufacturer issue with me and has been nothing but helpful. He will go the extra mile for you when ordering a custom item! He has worked with me several times on getting me the best prices/ discounts as well. I know it has been said a million times before on here, but they are probably the best place to get info buy gear or just bullshit with! I only buy through them and use them for rigging needs. P.S. Theonlyski hearts big hairy man a$$!Team Dirty Sanchez #455, Muff Brother #4197, SCR #14847, DPH -8, Dude #5150 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
funfall 0 #8 August 29, 2010 +1 I can't imagine service being any better. Ask them directly about discounts, specials, etc. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrjny 0 #9 August 29, 2010 bought a complete system from them - top notch service, fair prices and really friendly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 0 #10 August 29, 2010 Hi, FWIW, All I've bought from them so far, is a helmet. The order process was just as it should be. I had a question about the helmet. Mike(?) responded immediately. I've no qualms about doing much more business w/them in the future. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryan_d_sucks 0 #11 August 29, 2010 QuoteLike the title says I'm looking for some feedback on Chutingstar. I mean I don’t recall any bad posts or stories about them, but I'm not on here all the time. Also anyone know if they are offering any discounts lately? I'm ordering a vigil and some other misc stuff. And saving some money always helps. A dollar saved is a dollar closer to another jump! LOL I ordered through them, it was a good transaction. Quick replies to all of my emails, kept me informed on my order's status. No complaints. Give em a call. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #12 August 29, 2010 Quote Like the title says I'm looking for some feedback on Chutingstar. I mean I don’t recall any bad posts or stories about them, but I'm not on here all the time. Also anyone know if they are offering any discounts lately? I'm ordering a vigil and some other misc stuff. And saving some money always helps. A dollar saved is a dollar closer to another jump! LOL Nothing but respect for them or for their service......major props guys Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abyzet 0 #13 August 30, 2010 At check out put in "Skydive Radio" in the coupon/promo slot and you get 5% off your total order. Thanks Skydive Radio! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #14 August 30, 2010 Just posted on their FB: ChutingStar: Plan B Specialists Savings from 10-30% can be found throughout out the new gear section of ChutingStar.com for the next 30 days. Discounts can be found on the Bonehead Optik helmet, Deepseed Bean Bag, Learning to Freefly DVD series, Dakine Nomad Hydration Pack, Bonehead Mamba helmet, Deepseed Frap Hat, and camera boxes for older cameras ...from Rawa and Cookie. For more savings, listen to a recent episode of Skydive Radio at SkydiveRadio.com for a listener discount code. Thank you for your trust and business!"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dcfreefly 0 #15 August 30, 2010 Quite possibly the best gear store I've purchased from. Mike is awesome and knows his shit. Very helpful and top notch customer service. I've done a fair amount of business with them this year and will continue to do so. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #16 August 30, 2010 I've known Mike a bit over 6 years now... and I periodically order gear or rigging services from chutingstar... Mike has always gone out of his way to provide good service and I can't say anything bad about him or his team...Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kmills0705 0 #17 August 30, 2010 I think you have your answer. I don't order from anyone else.Kim Mills USPA D21696 Tandem I, AFF I and Static Line I Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flyfast 0 #18 August 30, 2010 Another huge plus with ChutingStar is no $ limit on internet orders. I wanted to order a logbook and some closing loops, an order that Para Gear and Square 1 will not process. ($25.00 min order on both sites). Mike/ChutingStar has no issues with an order like this, and becuase of it he's gotten all my recent orders, small and large.ZC OG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airathanas 0 #19 August 30, 2010 I heart Chuting Star- I'm very loyal to them and I always recommend them to anyone who is looking to buy gear. Top notch service!http://3ringnecklace.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hvance 0 #20 August 30, 2010 Good point. Which reminds me, I get my internet orders very quickly and updates/tracking info via email. As someone else said, I think you got an answer. I wish Google Maps had an "Avoid Ghetto" routing option. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #21 August 30, 2010 Update from Chutingstar: Mike G is unable to enter the shop, something about needing a bigger door for his head. "I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hvance 0 #22 August 31, 2010 Quote Update from Chutingstar: Mike G is unable to enter the shop, something about needing a bigger door for his head. Didn't you notice that new door they're building into the hanger. Some say it's to split the loft/retail space, but it's really the head thing. I wish Google Maps had an "Avoid Ghetto" routing option. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SEREJumper 1 #23 August 31, 2010 Another happy customer for retail sales, advice, and rigging services. You can't go wrong.We're not fucking flying airplanes are we, no we're flying a glorified kite with no power and it should be flown like one! - Stratostar Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chutingstar 1 #24 September 1, 2010 Quote Update from Chutingstar: Mike G is unable to enter the shop, something about needing a bigger door for his head. Just damn...thanks for bringing me back to earth. MikeChutingStar.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #25 September 1, 2010 Quote Quote Update from Chutingstar: Mike G is unable to enter the shop, something about needing a bigger door for his head. Just damn...thanks for bringing me back to earth. Mike No hard feelings when it comes time for me to test for the riggers ticket right?"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
