skydave114 0 #1 November 26, 2006 Has anyone ever added back vents to a suit built without them? Is a modification such as this practical? (I currently fly an S-3) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unclecharlie95 3 #2 November 26, 2006 Best would be to contact BM and ask them. To be honest it would be _a lot_ of work. Completely disassembling both arm wings to install the inlets, then re-assembling them may work out more $$$$ than the value of the suit. You may be able to persuade your local rigger though, taking an existing suit for him to use a guide.. Back vents give you better performance back flying BUT do not help you to back fly. So do you need back inlets? Maybe get them on your next suit? JBASEstore.it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #3 November 26, 2006 I wouldn't try to replicate the Backventing BM had on the S-3. It is very labor intensive. The reason BM didn't go forward with production of the prototype that I flew for a few years. We have seen a bunch of flyers on their backs in S-3 without vents, plenty alone in just the avatars in this forum. You can learn to backfly most any suit with practice. My Matter2 (and I most likely all of the monowing designs that have the large openings for the latterals to go through) actually inflated better inverted than my Back vented S-3. But if you really want maximum inversion capability look at the Acro. Not only is it back vented but its the easiest to flick back and forth to /from inverted. This suit wants to be flown in unusual orientations. I suspect its more than just the back vents in the design that make this happen. Its a great suit for many reasons... gonna get me one. The Acro option on the phantom, AKA Phacro, is an option but I have not tried one so I can't say much about it. If you were really hell bent to keep your S-3 and get some rigger to modify your suit I would copy the Acro's style "teetering" scoop for ideas. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #4 November 27, 2006 If you check www.flylikebrick.com (flight manuals) about backflying, thats all done in a suit without dual/back inflation.. http://www.flylikebrick.com/downloadmovie.php/flb_flightmanual_04.wmv I think most people in here are backflying S3/S6/V1/V2s etc (without the double vents) on the back...JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medusa 0 #5 November 27, 2006 You can try this. “NOTE: Only if you have plenty experience Back Flying “ Attaching the suit backers is easy; you have access to all your handles with no problem. Getting in the suit is a pain in the ass and you will need help from some one to assist you closing the Body Zippers; you have to get ready 40 minutes before the load. Flying on your belly with the suit backwards is easy. When you turn to your back you will notice the difference, you will have to push down with you arms allot more that what you are used to when back flying. Fly a Docile canopy and Pull a little higher from what you are used to because, the unzipping process will take a little longer. BE SAFE Remember that if there is any doubt in your mind about this DON’T DO IT!!! If you do, please take pictures!! MedusaMedusa Get Killed or Die Trying! Patent pending ATFK15456 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdog07 0 #6 December 12, 2006 do you have any problem with the booty flopping around"A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer in the bones ..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medusa 0 #7 December 12, 2006 Not really. But I will love to have them on!Medusa Get Killed or Die Trying! Patent pending ATFK15456 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
