karlm

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Gear Reviews posted by karlm

  1. I ordered my new (third) BevSuit last week and asked for a rush on the order, I came home to see a box at my door ;-)

    Suit fits perfect and just as I ordered, I sent them some patches and they were sewn on as required.

    Overall, great suit and durable, my last suit was ordered in 2005.

  2. Jumped the Icon with a Vision 132 demo for about 8 days. And was impressed with the overall design and style of the Icon.

    The standard production features are great, padded back, hip rings, internal riser covers, hook knife.

    I found the harness to be very comfortable, even if it was a demo and not quite my size. With the cut in laterals, and thicker leg straps, made the canopy ride a pleasure, felt like I was sitting rather than handing in the harness.

    I also like the new toggles that were on the demo. They use the pin system to help avoid premature openings or toggle release issues.

    All round I was 100% happy, and would recommend it to all skydivers.

  3. Jumped both the 168 and the 148 (Think those were the sizes) and have nothing but praise.

    Must be some of the best canopies available today, but cannot be compared to the Hornet, the Pilot is decades ahead of the Hornet in evert aspect.

    Good consistant soft openings, on heading and controlled.

    Nice riser pressure and response, both back and rear.

    Toggle pressure allows pilot to feel in control, and will be gentle or quick dependant on input.

    Pilot performs great at higher loadings, good consistant swoops and flares.

    Great idea canopy as a first, or for those not into the "crazy canopy" ride, and versitile for any type of jumping or situation.

    You will not be sorry you bought a Pilot, and it will have a good re-sale value.

  4. Did about 40 jumps on a Vision 132 in 8 days.

    100% Impressed, as far a canopies go the new Aerodyne stuff is top shelf.

    I found that the canopy had consistant on heading openings, with good toggle and riser pressure and response.

    Great controlled swoops. Canopy stays in dive, and is responsive to riser & toggle input for high performance landings.

    Great canopy for those who are getting into the elliptical market, will be happy.

    Will have a good re-sale value.