Re: [thecoolbeans] An 'Irregular' UK girl wanting to get into BASE...
thecoolbeans wrote:
Realistically my weight isn't going to go up or down much so my canopy is likely to remain the same for the foreseeable future right? Its not generally accepted practice to downsize like in skydiving correct?
I haven't been doing this for very long, but from what I've seen, there are very few "generally accepted" practices. Everyone has an opinion, and usually someone has an opposing view. Your mileage (or kilometerage) may vary. Downsizing isn't really a thing like it is in skydiving, and some people even advocate upsizing. I did my first few jumps on a 240, but ended up buying a 260 as my first canopy. I don't think I'll be changing any time soon.
thecoolbeans wrote:
What are you opinions on velcro vs pin close rigs for a first timer?
I did most of my jumps at the FJC I did on a 2-pin container because I was less comfortable with it, and I wanted to improve my comfort level. The first container I bought was velcro, and I am still very happy with my choice (although it has since been relegated to my backup rig). I now primarily use a 2-pin rig, but mostly because the velcro on my shrivel flap is pretty worn out and I haven't gotten it replaced.
thecoolbeans wrote:
Im not planning on base wingsuit at all! However definitely big wall tracking is something that does interest me immensely, somewhere down the line. Should this affect my decision which rig to buy?
I don't have any experience with big wall tracking, but to adapt a motorcycle adage, this is the first BASE rig you're going to buy, not the last. The classifieds are constantly filled with gear, and you can easily re-sell the stuff you buy at first, assuming you don't get all sentimental like I do.
