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  5. wolfriverjoe

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    They don't change the activation altitude per a specific request.

    They now have a "user selectable activation altitude" feature that is incorporated in older units (like yours and mine) that go in for service. This is different than using the offset feature, and is specifically intended for those that want to bump up the activation without changing other parameters as the offset method would do.

    The link below (from April of 2012) is where you're supposed to be able to read more about it, but the link doesn't seem to be working:

    http://www.cypres.cc/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=396%3Acypres-2-neu-auswaehlbare-einstellungen&catid=84%3Atechnik-aktuell&Itemid=178&lang=en




    Ok, thanks.
    I know my unit can't be changed, other than the offset, which would have other consequences. I misunderstood what SSK could/would do.

    I believe Airtec CAN change the default firing altitude, per request, even on Cypres 1 !

  8. Andy9o8

    ***Hi Lee,

    Quote

    When were the first AAD's made?


    IMO this is getting into splitting hairs.
    I only considered those made specifically for sport use.
    Back in the '60's, Gary Patmor was doing a lot of work modifying some military openers for sport useage. They were available but really never did catch on.
    For an AAD, Steve Snyder is the man.
    Jerry Baumchen



    Didn't the Russians have a simple and pretty reliable AAD which was basically a wind-up timer.. wind it up like a music box, insert the safety pin attached to a static line connected to the plane... Jumper away pulls the pin, the winder unwinds for, say, 10 seconds and it activates on the main. .... ?

    KAP-3, developed in the 1930s, I believe.

  12. shibu

    ***2mm neoprene gloves (for under water winter diving)

    OR

    normal skydiving summer glowes with the doctor's rubber gloves ON TOP of skydiving gloves.



    thanks for the reply.

    I'll try these. I've heard about the surgical latex gloves underneath skydiving gloves but this is the first I heard about using them on top of the skydiving gloves. Was there any reason why you specified on top?

    You will not sweat like in one minute. Also, they will cerate a larger bubble of warm air. But no sweating is the main reason.

  15. padraigbrowne

    Same here , have an M2 and am happy with it , no problems . Maars have a long and good record with AAD's before the M2



    Not really... Last year in Poland:

    Student jumper. 29 years old. Stabilized solo jump using a drogue (like a tandem, or some smoke jumper, or military jumper would use). Student pulled the cutaway handle instead of drogue release. Did not pull reserve (handle still in the pocket). MPAAD AAD (made by Mars company, maker of M2 AAD) activated, but the knife did not cut the loop (the knive was found touching the loop). Student hit a sports field at terminal velocity. After impact, the AAD was displaying the code E020, which means "cutter activation or error".

    MPAAD bulletin:
    http://www.marsjev.cz/editor/filestore/File/Bulletiny%20Anglicky/SB_no.09-10-2013_%20Interruption_Diving_EN.pdf

    Unrelated M2 bulletin:
    http://www.m2aad.com/download.php?group=download2_soubory&id=97

  19. From Mirage Systems:

    "You've got questions, we have answers! Check out the video on how the Trap Systems works; below our Q&A!

    Q: Is there any way to “deactivate” the Trap at all? For example, can I disconnect my RSL when I do a CRW jump?

    A: Yes, we designed it to be flexible to the needs of the jumper and the different type of jumps they may be doing. You have a couple of options with the Trap System:
    1) You can completely deactivate it on any jump by simply disconnecting the RSL shackle from the riser.
    2) You also have the option to ‘set’ or 'not set' the Trap when your reserve is being re-packed. To ‘not set’ it, your rigger would need to leave the Trap Line off and stow the reserve bridle normally (outside of the Trap). Basically just close the Trap Door and forget it. If the Trap Line is left off during repack then your RSL functions as a normal RSL. Standard Mirage RSL lanyards are black and Trap System lanyards are red. If a Trap System has been ‘not set’ during repack we strongly recommend using a standard black RSL lanyard, instead of the red one, to signal that the rig is functioning with a standard RSL.


    Q: Can the Trap System release the bridle if necessary after it’s ‘Trapped’?

    A: Yes. The Trap Line cinches but does not tie a knot. If the reserve pilot chute is creating more drag than the malfunctioned main, then the Trap System will allow the bridle to be released so that the reserve pilot chute can deploy the reserve.


    Q: What happens if the bridle is tucked into the elastic beyond the red line?

    A: If the bridle is incorrectly rigged and extends beyond the sewn circle of the Trap Loop it becomes possible for the Trap Line to cinch underneath the bridle. This would allow the bridle to escape and not be ‘trapped’. If the Trap Line is not able to trap the bridle, then you will have a normal deployment in which the reserve pilot chute deploys the reserve (good news), but you will also end up with damage to the Trap elastic which will need to be repaired (bad news).


    Q: Why is the bottom of the elastic left open instead of sewn closed to form a pocket?

    A: The bottom of the trap elastic is left open to not hinder the elasticity for holding or releasing the bridle. When the bottom of the elastic was secured during testing, the tendency in packing was to overstuff the bridle into the elastic to ensure it wasn’t being ‘pushed out’ and resulted in a rounded lump inside the elastic. The open bottom is easier to pack, easier to inspect, and allows the bridle to be inserted the full depth of the elastic.


    Q: Are you accepting orders for the Trap System?

    A: Yes, it’s an option on our order form. If you have an order in process and wish to add the Trap System, please contact our front office as quickly as possible."