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The folks at PD not only make the best products they do something harder to find today -- they service them and their helpful teams are both knowledgeable and professional. Thank for the opportunity to demo this reserve.

I enjoy the dependability of this canopy. I have two PD Storm 170's with over 500 jumps on each. I have never been smacked, or had a malfunction. In the past 600 jumps I have not even had line twists. Off heading and line twists seem extremely rare, not even 1% of my previous 400+ jumps. I find this canopy is easier to land than the Spectre 190 which I previously owned. However in the words of a very experienced canopy pilot "everyone likes his ride" -- this is true. I have been married for 33 years and I guess I will continue to stay with the PD Storm, as it will suit my camera, wingsuit and Crew jumps - dependably and safely

As a careful business man i always shop for best value and this, is not always the best price. At the Ranch PRO Shop I get both. This is why I have just purchased two new Rigs from them. Getting the rig you need, which isn't always the one you would have ordered is what any reputable shop facilitates. The Ranch PRO Shop goes well beyond this -- they take care of you and everything else! The personalized service and expertise as well as the price is what creates the unique value of your dealer. Choose your dealer wisely

Question: Given that the air is denser and the crowds are less why is there an extreme drop off in the jumping population in winter? Lets face it in this day and age we can dress for any type of weather, so it can't just be the cold. As a newbie I wonder if it is less safe, the ground is harder, gloves, etc. Is it safe? Skydiving is fun -- just wish it could be more year round Mike The timid are caught as often as the bold - life should be one daring adventure, or nothing Helen Keller

Thanks to The Richards - Billy, Joe and Otto - this DZ is really cool! Everyone works hard here to make this a special and welcoming place for Jumpers of all experience levels. Beginner and expert alike can share, learn and be safe at this DZ. The RanchPRO Shop is one of the best in the nation, and is staffed by super knowledgeable riggers, and sales professionals. They really know how to make you feel special. Regarding the after jump activities I am too old to know and/or comment but its constituents appears to be an entertaining and energetic group. This is a place not to be missed!

Only about 10 jumps on a Sabre2 loaded at about 1:1. I love the flare and lift for landing but had too many line twists - four times of the ten jumps. My last twisted experience was my first with the line twists growing quickly - I kicked out and all was well. While more experienced jumpers may have the skills to prevent this and to remedy twists if they occur - At this stage of my jumping career I don't need this excitement. I purchased a Spectre 190 while I may miss the lift, so far always soft and on heading - I update this post.