4 Tips Before Choosing Your Skydiving Container - Skydiving Gear

Getting your own skydiving container is a big step in your skydiving progression and many new skydivers are eager to get their own skydiving gear. Well, slow down my friend, and watch those 4 tips before choosing your first skydiving container!
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[@SkydiveVibes]

Ready to start 2021?! 🎉🎉 Oh and did you see those shirts in the video description?? 😉

[@edmonddantes2025]

Most of your gear Links are 404 Errors btw ;)

[@edmonddantes2025]

the links aren't working :)

[@SkydiveVibes]

@@edmonddantes2025 Oh thanks! Are you looking for something?

[@vanclarence1288]

What’s your fb name ?

[@Samybabich]

❤️ this is the video i was waiting for. Please more like this. Blue skys

[@SkydiveVibes]

Awesome thanks for watching! And there is a part 2 coming up! Stay tuned!

[@RSfanatic615]

I have a Glide just like many others at my dropzone because they're made about 4 miles away. They're all I've ever used but I have no complaints.

[@ianlevine9788]

Love all the videos! Keep em coming! Always informative and gets me thinking. Thoughts on the new mirage as a rig in general and as a freefly friendly rig?

[@MrPre7117]

I totally agree with trying different rigs before you buy. I jumped Mirage for years and have owned 3 Mirage rigs. I decided to buy a Curv because I loved the design but was so used to my Mirage that I didn't realize how much shorter the Curv was on me until I couldnt reach my deployment handle and had a AAD fire.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Exactly! Did you practice with it on the ground?

[@MrPre7117]

@@SkydiveVibes Yes, but not enough. When i fist tried it i was like, "wow, this thing is short". I did a few practice touches and got on a load, I'll never make that mistake again.

[@davidudo81]

I bought a brand new UPT Vector 3. And am loving ❤ it. With the possibility to downsize easily. Love skydive vibes.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Awesome! Congrats!

[@tedbates1316]

Love your channel!

[@Pharmaster1985]

Nice thank you again Catherine. Always interesting and helpful. Your Curv container seems to be really good value. Yours is really awsome, I love the color. And once again, the "Living for the next jump" t--shirt is really cool. I'm gonna grab one as soon as I can decide myself for the color hihihi. Encore merci !

[@SkydiveVibes]

Haha Merci à toi de regarder et m'encourager. J'apprécie beaucoup!!

[@trevorphillips9371]

Your videos are extremely helpful to those new to the sport I have just 2 tandems under my belt but I’m anxious to get my A license in April 2022

[@ralfskarro]

Did You get it?

[@ferben1990]

Thanks for the Video and happy jump year 2022! blueskies.

[@robertemmons9158]

Bought a Mirage G4 M6 Brand New and I love it !

[@samuelholdsworth]

What are peoples thoughts on the Icon V by Areodyne?

[@marcomontagner4848]

Looks Like we are sincronized! On the market right now for my new rig. I choose the Javelin . Can’t wait to jump with!

[@SkydiveVibes]

Awesome!!

[@shannonheath3538]

Love my Mirage G4 purchased used. Always thought I would sell and buy new UPT but think I will stick with Mirage. Great customer service! Love the channel!

[@SkydiveVibes]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing and watching!

[@archangel9114]

I like the sleek design of your container, i want one like that.

[@Bicovich]

Good information

[@rafayahmed7907]

Great and informative🙂

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks a lot!

[@RedFlip7H]

Just ordered a new Mirage G4 in Kryptek. Super stoked. Didn't have a chance to see how it fits in person but compared dimensions to other containers and it fits my scrawny ass just fine. Plus, got a great deal from Bill at Flying Flynn's. Customer for life.

[@rickrositaylor17]

When I purchased new I got a UTP Vector, that could hold a low pack volume main to start so that I can down size more in the future. Max size is a Pulse 190 (low pack volume) but the container can go down to a 150. That should last me many years.

[@LensonWalkerDavid]

thanks so cool wish i could have one for myself😇

[@ahmedsaleh3517]

Golden tips ... that’s same in scuba diving. Just need more experience & knowledge skills 1st then we can compare the brands. Last we own . Skydiving need to pay 💰 for skills,knowledge & important the jumping more . I appreciate your job Kate To make skydiving amazing sport Thanks Kate all time

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks for being here each time!

[@FGuilt]

I like mirage but it felt skinny on me. Probably do a javelin.

[@sumitsingha8198]

Love from INDIA❤️❤️❤️

[@Exotelis-skydive]

Just bought a curv with a pilot in it. Should be shipped in april 😍😍

[@Exotelis-skydive]

@Gijs Werf, van der I mean the canopy from aerodyne ;)

[@SkydiveVibes]

Woohoo!!

[@antonioevangelista8966]

I'm using a mirage g4 - 190. 2022 I will need a new container. Thank you for the tips.

[@SkydiveVibes]

I am dealing CURV containers if you like them. ;) Check out my review!

[@noekk1007]

I choose a wings

[@wheelgunslingers]

Said no one ever

[@mlouis7]

​@@wheelgunslingers lmfao

[@edmonharper7731]

I am in line for a Firebird EVO. They've got some good staff. I couldn't find any used gear that fit my height and canopy size, so a custom container it was.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks for sharing!

[@clutchnixon5880]

I use a Quasar II with a 240 size canopy

[@justinmorettin3161]

I'm a novice jumper. I jumped 8 solo jumps at skydive Toronto in 2018. I did gradual free fall course. This summer I think I will do the pff course. I have been watching videos on sabre 2 canopy . I won't be purchasing nothing till I get my full license.

[@jwillard911]

I'm in a Mirage G4 I picked up used had 54 jumps on it. Luckily it's a perfect size for me to stay in for a long time. Hope to stay in it for a thousand or so jumps.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Super thanks for sharing!

[@jimday666]

That UPT Skyhook is very attractive...

[@supergamerfr]

Hello great video. I was wondering how much one can expect to pay to become an instructor and how much can one make yearly ? Have a nice day

[@paulsatr]

I'm use a UPT Vector Micron Series V355!! But also use a Sun Path Javelin RSK1.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Nice setup!!

[@sumitsingha8198]

I like AERODYNE ICON V

[@SkydiveVibes]

Nice!

[@Barry851]

I’ll get into the Sport and my question is would it be better to go to a professional rigor to get sized?

[@cangri372]

Thank you for you’re videos!! So I have a question, I am Latin guy and I do not have much time here in the USA my English is not perfect, but I can understand a lot of what you say, my question is, if I decide to take the course, this can be negative? Maybe when the instructor is talking to me from a radio or when I have to do the theoretical exam? What advice do you give me? I really want to do this. I like it. Thanks.

[@kevintrabert1922]

You should be able to find instructors that can speak Spanish (or very experienced jumpers who can assist). Since there is no verbal communication during skydives and little complex communication before or after I don't see a language barrier being a problem unless it is severe. The hand signs and maneuvers are explained prior to jumping. As long as you can communicate that you can understand those you'll be fine granted there will probably be someone that is versed in Spanish at your drop zone.

[@shockwave6416]

I took a tandem jump back in 2019 on my 22nd birthday. I loved it! Looking into starting out learning to jump IAD course. I would like some words of encouragement and any advice. I'm ready to start 2021 off better 😊

[@theprivyninja]

Aff

[@SkydiveVibes]

Great to know you are about to become family!! Just do it! Listen, be coachable and not too hard on yourself and you'll be fine!

[@jasond7589]

If you go IAD... remember that line twists are not a malfunction.... and ARCH ARCH ARCH!

[@levilaughlin6262]

Do they make different containers for different weight sizes? I'm 5' 7" 222lbs. I did my first jump this weekend and I loved it. But when the guy pulled the chute the harness I was wearing was quite painful on my legs and chest. I don't won't that experience to keep me from the fun of the rest of the jump

[@tuttt99]

I love my Racer, (SUPER freefly friendly, fast reserve, well protected pins) but TBH it hasn't kept up with the times. I am looking at an Infinity with a pull-out and a MARD.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Nice. What do you call a "pull-out"?

[@tuttt99]

@@SkydiveVibes You know, where the pilot chute packs inside the container and your handle is attached directly to a lanyard going to the closing pin. You extract it by the base, so It gives a positive tug out of your hand as soon as you get it into the airstream. Much faster than a throw-out. I love it. Won't jump anything else.

[@sivonparansun]

Racers are probably one of the best belly rigs you can get

[@shockwave6416]

Maaaan you are looking SWAG in that orange and black shirt!!

[@SkydiveVibes]

Hmmm my shirt is blue, no?

[@SkydiveVibes]

Oh my jersey!! Hahaha!

[@ccrpalex2456]

I got me javelin odyssey and Sabre 3. Waiting for it impatiently. Can you make a video about night jumps? And/or water landings? Thank you for the videos. Keep up good work.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Yeah that video is in the list! Nice choice of canopy!! ;)

[@Barry851]

Would it be a good thing to go to a professional rigor to get sized?

[@Dav1dV7]

Hey Catherine! Thanks for the video and tips. I've been jumping a Javelyn Odyssey now for several years, which I bought second hand with a PD Spectre 170 canopy. Now I'm already looking to buy a brand new one that will "fit like a glove" and downsize canopies, but I'm hesitant between getting the same -with a better fit- or actually changing to a UPT Vector 3, as it seems to be thinner and more compact... Any advice you could give on both rigs??? Thanks in advance and blue skies!!

[@oscargiraldo1925]

You have the better container of the entire market, change the container but not the brand...

[@Dav1dV7]

​@@oscargiraldo1925 Thanks for the comment, Oscar! I have indeed heard that the Odyssey is the best container there is, yet the Vector 3 does seem to be thinner/smaller, which I guess would then produce less drag. Could you please tell me why (supposedly) the Odyssey is the best, like in real facts? Thanks again, Oscar!

[@SkydiveVibes]

I would say try it out first. Try to find someone with a similar size than yours with one.

[@SkydiveVibes]

@@Dav1dV7 the drag of a container is really not what will. Change your flying, unless it is not properly sized for you.

[@thadeus1111]

I use Avalon sport. This is a Bulgarian manufacturer. In terms of quality at the level of major brands, but the price is much better.

[@avinashbedagkar1171]

I'm from india I love sky diving & i want to learn, where is best training ? 🙏

[@xptablets]

Any brand suggestions for taller people. I'm 6'11" and just getting into sky diving. I'm guessing I would probably need something custom because that's usually the route I have to go.

[@steveearnshaw1917]

All new rigs are custom, hence the need for all the measurements, finding a used rig to fit you would be the issue. SV has a great video on correct measurements for new containers. I would consider myself an average Joe and can wear most rigs but you soon see and feel the difference when it is made for you. You have time as you are just getting into skydiving but like drugs it is addictive and you may never get out of it as there is no form of rehab. My recommendation would be a minimum of 200 jumps before you invest in your own gear as this gives you time to assess the market and downsize close to where you want to be. If you buy too early, you may find you need/want to change after a short while then you need to go through the process again. Stay Safe, Stay Healthy, Blue Skies.

[@wheelgunslingers]

Do you have a Spotify account because your music is sick on the compilation videos

[@thadeus1111]

I use avalon sport. This is a Bulgarian manufacturer. In terms of quality at the level of major brands, but the price is much better.

[@suppaman09]

I can't wait for summer. Only thing that sucks about starting to learn to skydive in the fall was I only had so much time bfor it got cold. And I don't jump if it's below 60 on the ground. I'm a sissy.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Don't be hard in yourself, I rarely jump in cold weather too. ;)

[@steveearnshaw1917]

Two words: Long Johns. Blue Skies :-)

[@manishmalik6382]

I'm very thin in shape. Can I choose this sport?

[@ST0RMTROOP3R]

My DZ jumps mostly Infinity rigs from Velocity Sports Equipment.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Interesting. Do you like them?

[@ST0RMTROOP3R]

@@SkydiveVibes I love them...they also have (on the new versions) their own MARD system that is really cool. I am thinking either Infinity or possibly Vector for my first rig. Here is a link to a video of the Infinity MARD if you are interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3e0knZjatWCZ7s

[@theprivyninja]

@@ST0RMTROOP3R are you from the northwest? I too jump an infinity. They’re dope

[@ST0RMTROOP3R]

@@theprivyninja yup I jump at Skydive Kapowsin

[@marksmith9176]

Are you still doing skydive vib?

[@mdmazhar4617]

How much does a solo parachute get

[@blueboyPunk]

You are my soulmate 😍

[@MdLiton-pg9he]

❤❤❤

[@theprivyninja]

infinity i33 is the most versatile container imo

[@SkydiveVibes]

Nice! Thanks for sharing! Any specific element you like about it?

[@theprivyninja]

@@SkydiveVibes not necessarily the infinity, but that size of container is great for a new skydiver that doesn’t weigh over 170lbs. Can fit a lpv 170 or go down to a 114.

[@mihastroker902]

I expected you to tell about each Skydiving Container.I wanted to understand difference, advantages and weaknesses of Wings, Mirage, Icon, Vector, Sun Path. I didn't find this in your video. (((

[@SkydiveVibes]

That would be an idea for the next one! But it would have to be simply a presentation of each cause I can't "review" them if I am not using them. ;)

[@sivonparansun]

I might try and make a video because I was pulling my hair out for months figuring it all out

[@tonyadventures3513]

I fly a wings and my friends bully me 😂 I need a vector.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Haha. It is ok to start somewhere. At least you have one!

[@sumitsingha8198]

Coz it is cheap that's why?

[@chewiebhz]

Same here... Wings10 Everyone who uses wings is bullyed, but hey, it's a good enough rig!

[@tuttt99]

LOL I get grief for my Racer all the time. Getting an Infinity this year.

[@oscargiraldo1925]

I use a Javelin JK1 from Sun Path, I began with a used container and jumped It for my first 270 jumps, then I bought the Jav with all the bells and whistles, It was my first brand new container and after almost 20 years It’s one of the top references in skydiving, It fits like a glove and is so beautiful...

[@sendnewbsskydiving7616]

Arizona all the way! Curv VC1 and IPT Axon 135. Your vids are great! Come find us! #sendnewbs

[@SkydiveVibes]

Nice Nate!!

[@user-fi6qz3sh4r]

I dream of such a pack

[@tranhai8895]

Can a normal person (not skydiver) buy a new parachute? I'm from Vietnam, my country doesn't have this skydive sport

[@steveearnshaw1917]

A normal person? What are you trying to imply, that skydivers are not normal? If so, I think you would be correct :-) Yes, a 'Normal' person can buy a parachute but why would you? For me, buying a rig and not using it would be like buying a puppy and leaving it in the yard. Anyone buying a rig and not using it should be beaten with a tandem harness. There are many good DZs in countries around Vietnam so instead of spending money on gear you can't use, spend it on a flight and your AFF.

[@tranhai8895]

@@steveearnshaw1917 sorry for my bad idea expression, I mean "normal person" in this situation is "non-skydiver". Because in my DZ, there aren't any sport rig, instead, all of parachutes are old and outdated model (there are also have some ram-air types, but the reserve chute is chest pack type) so I want to become a sport rig dealer.

[@steveearnshaw1917]

No problem, I was joking with you. Even skydivers consider themselves 'not normal people' . Of course you can buy rigs but for what purpose? For a DZ with students and tandem jumpers, you require a certain type of rig that are universal in regard to fitting, adjustment and operation. For licenced skydivers they are usually made to order if new. When buying secondhand rigs, many things are considered including age of rig, number of jumps canopy has performed, AAD, size of reserve and main canopy, colour, 9 cell or 7 cell etc. If you know your equipment and are experienced in taking measurements for rig sizing you could become an agent/supplier.

[@anodyne4305]

Is skydiving your profession??

[@SkydiveVibes]

I wish but no. I am a mechanical engineer.

[@rafayahmed7907]

I want to become a licensed skydiver but there are two problems 1:I am 16 year old only 2:There is no skydiving club in PAKISTAN

[@SkydiveVibes]

Be patient. Once older, you may travel or do a summer abroad and work on a DZ who knows!

[@rafayahmed7907]

@@SkydiveVibes Thanks for advice.

[@rafayahmed7907]

I like your vedios too much.

[@rikkitiki1666]

The pro of a new container fitting you better than a used one seems strange to me. Arent they all adjustable? Wouldn't a used one be adjusted to the last person in it? Wouldn't a new one need to be adjusted to you just like a used one? If I bought one wouldn't it be shipped to my house? Do I go to them and they fit a new one to me? You trying to sell me something? 🤔

[@devparikh15]

Hey i want to see u sky dive in real. Where r u frm?

[@ML-sj3gi]

Hi, I just found out that there is such a thing as a parachute container and that they cost about $3000. This is probably about $2700 to $2800 more than they should cost. What a ridiculous rip off. To support this claim I present the full climbing harness, which looks very similar to a parachute container but without the backpack. Now, I am sure there are some differences, but you will find good full climbing harnesses for $100 and no amount of BS is going to get that to $3000, The function of the items is almost identical although a climbing harness would usually not need to be as strong as falls would be at lower terminal velocities. HOWEVER, having to use some stronger materials or more materials doesn't get close to explaining the $2900 difference.

[@SkydiveVibes]

Thanks for this comment. However, before considering buying equipment, I highly recommend you go through the AFF training. This is how you'll learn all about skydiving equipement which is WAY more than a backpack. This sport isn't cheap I agree, but the equipement has been developed over many years with a focus of safety and new tech. ;)

[@mr.invisible3770]

don't buy used and stop renting as soon as possible. I broke my leg on rented gear and have not been diving since.

[@user-zj8xy2hn5o]

Step 1. Never buy a wings or mirage.

[@MigRed1]

It has been a long time since I have seen a woman so beautiful and with so many teeth in her mouth. Will you marry me? 🥰💐😁