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Pete Fowler

Joined: 07 Jul 2009
Posts: 76
Location: California

Posted: Sun Nov 08, 2009 7:23 am Post subject: Best Parachute sources?

I'm a lurker/n00b who is transitioning to active shopper for a CJ-6. 



What's the best source for 'chutes? I've searched the web and prices seem to vary as much as $1,000 for the same 'chute (something like a Softie seat 'chute).

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kurt(at)scitechsys.com
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Posted: Sun Nov 08, 2009 8:14 am Post subject: Best Parachute sources?

Got mine from the parachute shop:

http://www.parachuteshop.com/STRONG.htm#Model_306_Squadron_Seat



Lots of good information at Allen's site: http://www.silverparachutes.com/



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Kurt "It" Howerton

N923YK

http://cj6.scitechsys.com



Pete Fowler wrote:

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 I'm a lurker/n00b who is transitioning to active shopper for a CJ-6. 



 What's the best source for 'chutes? I've searched the web and prices seem to vary as much as $1,000 for the same 'chute (something like a Softie seat 'chute).

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k7wx(at)earthlink.net
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Posted: Sun Nov 08, 2009 8:14 am Post subject: Best Parachute sources?

Pete,



I ordered my chute from Strong at the Oshkosh gathering and have been  

very happy. They are familiar with the CJ-6A and have one that fits  

perfectly. Given them a call and they'll walk you through the various  

options available. Take a look at:



      www.strongparachutes.com/pages/pc_squadron_warbird.php



This is one item where you do not want to cut corners. I'm sure that  

others on the list will have suggestions as well.



Warren Hill

CJ-6A  N867PA

On Nov 8, 2009, at 8:23 AM, Pete Fowler wrote:



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 I'm a lurker/n00b who is transitioning to active shopper for a CJ-6.



 What's the best source for 'chutes? I've searched the web and prices  

 seem to vary as much as $1,000 for the same 'chute (something like a  

 Softie seat 'chute).





 Read this topic online here:



 http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p 71689#271689

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N642K

Joined: 23 Jul 2008
Posts: 84

Posted: Sun Nov 08, 2009 12:22 pm Post subject: Re: Best Parachute sources?

My parachute rigger seems to always have a source for used rigs.  He's a good guy and a fellow skydiver.  Be careful as some manufacturers have defined life spans on their seat rigs.  I have two 10 year old seat packs that look like new but cannot be legally repacked.



Here is his contact info:



John Storrie

Storrie Parachute Works

Denton, TX

940 484-2222

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keithmckinley

Joined: 11 Aug 2008
Posts: 434

Posted: Sun Nov 08, 2009 6:40 pm Post subject: Re: Best Parachute sources?

Parachute Shop as well. Got a great price on two seat pack softies with acro harness.



I suggest you try on as many chute types as you can and think about what configuration your a/c seat will be in (back cushion vs no back cushion etc.) The CJ is not that comfy to begin with and a crappy chute makes it downright agonizing.



http://www.parachuteshop.com/minisoftie_seat_photos.htm



funny thing....I just looked for the web site for this chute and it has a picture of my kid wearing it!



We both love this setup

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N642K

Joined: 23 Jul 2008
Posts: 84

Posted: Mon Nov 09, 2009 5:09 am Post subject: Re: Best Parachute sources?

Just got the following email.  I am not associated with these guys nor can I vouch for their work:



2 Identical SOFTIE SEATPACKS, S/N 6642/4-SA, mfg. 5/02 by Para-Phernalia. The harness/container and trim are royal blue. It comes with a red aerobatic harness. There is no parachute in this container at this time. I will install a new 24' Preserve 1C canopy, when purchased. It is rated at 150 KIAS with up to 220 lbs. It does not come with a carry bag, which I recommend purchasing. I also suggest ordering a 1" or 2" removable cross country comfort pad to sit on. This harness/container is in good condition. It shows very little dirt or wear. I will also include a free repack with this parachute. The retail price of a new seatpack with a carry bag and comfort pad would be over $2000.00. UPS not included. This is a great buy.



Price: $975.00 each (with new canopy)



See photos here:

http://www.silverparachutes.com/used_equip.html



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barryhancock

Joined: 09 Oct 2008
Posts: 285

Posted: Mon Nov 09, 2009 6:35 am Post subject: Re: Best Parachute sources?

Gang,



We are a Strong Parachute dealer.  I have used Softie, Butler, and Strong and am most impressed with the comfort, fit, quality, available options and value of the Strong chutes.  



All RPA members get 15% off when buying through us.  



Happy Flying,



Barry

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