SSkydiver 0 #1 November 5, 2003 I havent jumped for 5 weeks but plan on being at the DZ this weekend if the weather holds out. Should i repack my main because of the 5 week layoff or am i good to go. The rig is in a gear bag and has pretty much not moved in the 5 weeks other than moving it from the living room to the closet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #2 November 5, 2003 If it was packed properly it should be just fine. It may open a tad slower but that's about it. As long as it isn't over 120 days since you last packed the main you can jump it with no problems.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ihateskydivers 0 #3 November 5, 2003 Assuming your a decent packer, the opening will (mostlikely) be longer than normal. I wouldn't worry about it, but your call. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #4 November 5, 2003 How comfortable are you w/ your last pack job from 5 wks ago? At 100 jumps experience I'd reccomend repacking it just to refresh your memory/ packing skills. Ken"Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
headoverheels 291 #5 November 5, 2003 Only repack if you enjoy it! I don't know what my personal limit would be, but it's a heck of a lot longer than the 120 day reserve repack cycle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lazerq3 0 #6 November 5, 2003 I've gone 10 weeks with my main packed up and jumped it...Didnt notice any real diff in the opening!! jasonFreedom of speech includes volume Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilotdave 0 #7 November 5, 2003 Yeah, repack it. Just jump it to air it out first. Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumperconway 0 #8 November 5, 2003 Just expect it to open very soft and don't be surprised! It will be fine! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murrays 0 #9 November 5, 2003 Don't waste a packjob. If you'd have jumped it the day you packed it, it will be just fine weeks and months later. I've jumped pack jobs that are many, many months old. As long as your rig has been stored properly (it sounds like it) and you have no reason to inspect it due to exposure to heat, moisture etc...I'd say go for it.-- Murray "No tyranny is so irksome as petty tyranny: the officious demands of policemen, government clerks, and electromechanical gadgets." - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
selbbub78 0 #10 November 5, 2003 I'd repack it. GRANTED, i barely have 100 jumps, but it's good practice, and if it was 5 weeks for me, i probably wouldn't be able to remember if i rushed it, or if i took a decent time packing it."Women fake orgasms - men fake whole relationships" – Sharon Stone "The world is my dropzone" (wise crewdog quote) "The light dims, until full darkness pierces into the world."-KDM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FrogNog 1 #11 November 5, 2003 A subtle point of order missed by the other posts: did you pack it 5 weeks ago? Or did a packer pack it for you? And does he still work there? Personally, I would jump it for the cheap thrill. You could even bet someone a dollar that it will / won't mal, if you wanted to increase that delicious tension in the plane a little more. -=-=-=-=- Pull. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
champu 1 #12 November 5, 2003 5 weeks! how did you do it? I want secrets... but seriously, if you have no particular reason to suspect otherwise, it's most likely fine. but you know what, in the spirit of safety, go ahead and air it out and repack it anyway. If you don't mind doing it, it couldn't hurt. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
michaelflying 0 #13 November 5, 2003 jump it cant waist a good pack jobwww.skydivekzn.co.za Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #14 November 5, 2003 It sounds like you are not comfortable with jumping it or you would not be asking about it. Repack just for grins.My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darkwing 4 #15 November 5, 2003 Jump it. Your reserve has been packed longer, right? A few years ago we put out a canopy which had been packed and sealed for 50 years. It worked just fine. -- Jeff My Skydiving History Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmpnkramer 0 #16 November 5, 2003 QuoteAt 100 jumps experience I'd reccomend repacking it just to refresh your memory/ packing skills. Hell that might just jynx him. I would just go with it. It should be fine. Laters, KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER!!!!!!!!!!!!! The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Partorg 0 #17 November 5, 2003 Repack it 3 times , it's going to refresh your skills even better.I'll see you when I see you and if I don't see you.........Hell with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaerock 1 #18 November 5, 2003 It'll open slower? How do you figure? -R QuoteIf it was packed properly it should be just fine. It may open a tad slower but that's about it. As long as it isn't over 120 days since you last packed the main you can jump it with no problems. You be the king and I'll overthrow your government. --KRS-ONE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheMonkey 0 #19 November 5, 2003 b/c that's what canopies do when they have been packed for 5 weeks.... --------------------- Never argue with an idiot, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #20 November 5, 2003 QuoteJump it. Your reserve has been packed longer, right? A few years ago we put out a canopy which had been packed and sealed for 50 years. It worked just fine. *** Hey! I did one of those too! Well, more than one really... came upon 1/2 dozen T10's that were last packed in '51 all opened fine... ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
velo90 0 #21 November 5, 2003 QuoteJump it. Your reserve has been packed longer, right? A few years ago we put out a canopy which had been packed and sealed for 50 years. It worked just fine. But a reserve is not made from ZP. Never the less , a ZP main packed for 5 weeks is no problem if it was packed when dry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 0 #22 November 5, 2003 Jump it.My grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crwmike 0 #24 November 5, 2003 QuoteI havent jumped for 5 weeks but plan on being at the DZ this weekend if the weather holds out. Should i repack my main because of the 5 week layoff or am i good to go. The rig is in a gear bag and has pretty much not moved in the 5 weeks other than moving it from the living room to the closet. I see everyone is saying go ahead and jump it. I require a bit more information. What environment has your rig been in for the past 5 weeks? Living room? Trunk of your car? Hanging on a peg at the DZ? In a climate controlled environment, I would have no hesitation in jumping a canopy (main or reserve) that had been packed for ...years. BSBD, Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deronde 0 #25 November 5, 2003 If you're worried about it not opening properly then repack it. Confidence up in the air is important, you've got other things to think about up there... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
