dkpbxman 0 #1 January 29, 2003 I'm sure that this problem has been agonized over as long as the sport's been around. Any riggers out there with easy (easier) ways to sufficiently fill the ears of those handkerchief sized molar bags when doing a re-pack? Sorry if this has been asked before, I'm new. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hooknswoop 19 #2 January 29, 2003 Which reserve into which container? Hook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dkpbxman 0 #3 January 29, 2003 I recently had to re-pack a PD 113 into a Javelin XRS with a cypres. Gave me fits! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hooknswoop 19 #4 January 29, 2003 I use a set of straps to hold the "A", "B", "C", and "D" line tight. I place a board over the side of the canopy I am not working on to compress and control it. Then I use packing paddles to make the folds (check the nose) and 6 clamps to hold everything in place. Then I lift the canopy up and use my foot to slide the free-bag under he canopy. I take the clamps off one side and form the ear for that sidew. Place the ear into the free-bag. I use one hand to put the ear in the bag and the other to hold the ear in place as I take my hand out. Then I slide the free-bag onto the canopy a little. Same thing for the other side. Then slide the free-bag onto the rest of the canopy and put the lines into the locking stows. The keys are to control the canopy, have as litle air in it as possible, and distribute the bulk. Hope this helps, it would be easier to show you. Hook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dkpbxman 0 #5 January 29, 2003 Thanks-see what you're saying. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #6 January 29, 2003 My question is: where do you hide all the PC material on such a tiny container?Ken "Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 564 #7 February 2, 2003 The key to hiding pilotchute fabric on any PopP-Top (Racer) or semi Pop Top (Javelin) is to pack plenty of bulk beside the loop/pilotchute. This creates a deep crater, with high side walls for the pilothcute spring to sink into. Leave the top corners soft so they will not push the riser covers open too early. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites