I searched through the forums and couldn't find anything recent, so I apologize if I missed something and this is a recurring type post - Mods, feel free to delete, if so.
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New A license holder (32 jumps) and was looking to get a used rig as I'll likely downsize. In school, I jumped a Nav 280 with a "big boy" reserve. I weigh 235lbs, 6'1'' tall and have a muscular build.
I'm part of a few FB groups that sell used gear and everything posted is nowhere at my skill level nor my body type. They also have fancy shmancy rigs that are typically running at $5k+.
Browsing the forums, I've noticed people getting their first used rigs at about $3k-$4k. Any suggestions on where to go to get a used rig (aiming to buy a 240 canopy)?
Also, any tips for buying / new skydiver downsizing? Things I should avoid? Scams? Upsells, etc.?