Journey to A - Gear Check
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Welcome back to "Journey to A" on Bodyflight Spotlight! In this episode, we're delving into a crucial aspect of skydiving: gear checks.
Join us as we explore the importance of inspecting your skydiving equipment before taking to the skies. We'll break down the two types of gear checks you need to perform and the three critical times you'll need to conduct them.
Whether you're a seasoned skydiver or just starting your journey, understanding the ins and outs of gear checks is essential for ensuring your safety and the success of your jumps.
Blue skies and safe jumps ahead! ð
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Awesome video thanks
Awesome. Awesome video. What about checking the color in the window to ensure the pc has been cocked?
How do you fasten your chest strap ? Can you show a video of it
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These are just my thoughts as a skydiving coach and really for info rather than trying to cast any negativity on what is a pretty thorough video. With the rig off, it's worth checking the stitching under the mud flaps (between the 3 rings and the malfunction handles) as this is effectively what holds the whole rig together so imo worth checking at least at the start of the day. I like to check the routing of the RSL to ensure it all looks ok too. Quite like to have a poke about under the leg padding and have a good look/feel of the webbing in there. It is worth checking the hook knife every now and then too ensuring it is still in 1 piece and there is no rust on the blade either. I tend to check that once a month at the same time as cleaning my teflon cut away cables and massaging the risers straight. With the pins, my opinion is that it is important to check they are tight too. If you can push them with your finger and it moves before it hurts, that could be a potential prem! I get a buddy check at flightline because another set of eyes on the equipment gives another chance to spot any issues (doesn't matter if you have 20 jumps or 20,000, you're still human so you are still capable of making mistakes). This is mandatory in the UK but I do the same wherever I am in the world for safety and consistency. I add (and encourage my students to do the same) a handles check prior to approaching the door as this is a quick 3 point check to make sure everything is still in place prior to jumping out.
RSL is hooked up from the wrong side, should come through the back, tab inboard.
RSL should be hooked âback to frontâ so the flag cant be pulled into the big ring, locking your riser during cutaway
Should the RSL shackle be attached the other way ? So the release tab is facing inward?
I'm not an instructor or canopy coach so best to discuss with someone suitably qualified (AFFI or canopy coach) before making any changes to emergency equipment. I usually jump with the RSL connected and personally I prefer the tab on the outside so that it is easier to get to in order to remove in less-common situations where you might want to disconnect your RSL prior to cutting away. I've not yet experienced any issues with unwanted release but that doesn't mean it is not possible
@@mattwoodford1820 thanks for the response, appreciate the feedback. I've also heard that in the case of a cutaway the pull tab of the RSL could potentially interfere with the release of the 3 ring system.
Yes, you are correct.
I never understood why people check their three rings after a first gear check? âĶ.because they donât know what purpose and function they actually serve! Donât do something to just do it.
Need better audio mixing
Don't forget to bring a towel.