RichardWeed 0 #1 April 19, 2004 I am an athletic build 210lb w/o gear. I was flying a 240 through the second half of AFF. And have been flying a 230 rental gear for a bit. On the 230 I am sitting at 1.1:1 . Reading the article on wingloading from PD they mention that there is a difference with wingloading and effects depending on canopy size. I am wondering how much of a difference there would be between a 190 loaded at 1.3 and a 150 or 135 at the same loading. Basically what I am saying is in your opinions is a larger semi loaded at 1.2 - 1.3 ok for a first (purchased) canopy? Of course you should always check with your instructors (i know, i know). Just looking for opinion BTW I have never not had a stand up landing and am very aware in the air. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D22369 0 #2 April 19, 2004 The lower the wingloading - the more mistakes you can make and typically still walk away from... Its good that you are getting standups but that isnt a very good qualifier to downsize - give yourself time and you probably wont be able to say you always have gotten standups - sooner or later you will in all probability *Pick one---> "flair late"flair early"not flair"only complete the flair with one toggle.." --- oh hell, if your like I was early on you will probably do each one of these eventually. Malfunctions get more exciting as the wingloading gets higher as well. definately talk to your instructors/ S&TA / or dzo about this, they have seen you fly, but anything over 1-1 early on is asking for pain - cause mistakes happen. RoyThey say I suffer from insanity.... But I actually enjoy it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #3 April 19, 2004 a smaller canopy at the same given wingloading will tend to turn faster and fly faster due to less drag from smaller lines and less material. Marc otherwise known as Mr.Fallinwoman.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
