kas@hp-pcd.UUCP (kas) (04/10/85)
Here's some more on the subject of belly-bands from Dane Meyer. (He's the
one who got his plug pulled, so I'm posting this on the net for him.)
Ken Scofield
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To: rice!hp-pcd!hpcvlo!kas
Subject: Re: Belly-band Throw-outs
Status: RO
Hi Ken,
Again, thanks for forwarding the skydiving text. I was just going to
pass along my idea on that subject -- I have a belly band throw out system
on my wonder hog which I really like. I have tried a leg mounted throw
out system and did not like it as well because the pull motion was
awkward (at least different). I found that on the leg system, I had to
pull the pilot chute UP out of the pouch and then OUT into the slip stream.
On the belly mount, it seems to be a simpler straight OUT into the slip
stream. For me, the belly mount is easier and faster to find -- but I
suppose that is just what I am used to.
To prevent the twisted belly band problem which too many people have
had (sometimes fatal) problems with, I have tacked my belly band directly
to the leg strap making a semi rigid structure that is VERY difficult to
twist -- you would have to make a concious effort to twist it -- no
accidental twists possible (likely). I recommend this to everyone who
has a belly band throw out. Do it yourself on pay a rigger $5 to do the
easy tack.
I'm eagerly awaiting your report on your no lift dives as well as your
floating problems. Certainly, you went diving over Easter!
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Dane Meyer D-8076, CCR-735
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