How To Pack A Parachute (Packing Tutorial) at Skydive Deland

This is a detailed, step by step, look at how I pack on the daily as a packer here at Skydive Deland. Once again this is not the only method to packing a skydiving rig.
In this video we will cover;
- Stretching your rig out
- Stowing you brakes
- Walking the lines up
- Flaking the canopy
- Laying down the canopy
- How to cock a pilot chute
- Putting the canopy in the Deployment Bag
- How to create line stows and double stow your lines
- How to close a skydiving container
- How to fold a Pilot Chute
- How to have a good time and SEENNNDDD IIITTTTTTTTT!!
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[@statisticsninja]

Sal packed for me several times. Every opening was a good opening; no hard openings, no line twists. And he actively looks to make sure your rig is jump-worthy. I trust Sal to pack my parachute.

[@SalvadorChangg]

I truly appreciate the feed back and comment. I try to pack every rig as if I was the one jumping it. I am glad you have had a great experience working with me and look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Blue skies! 🤙🏼

[@weslangley2279]

I am an old smokejumper who was a rigger for round chutes. You did an outstanding job describing with the right amount of humor. My last year jumping fires was 1970 and they didn't switch to squares until the last few years where I jumped. Awesome..... Not far from 80 I still want to get out and sky dive at least once before I auger in.

[@SalvadorChangg]

You should definitely come out and do another skydive. The sky is calling your name! Appreciate the kind words! Let me know when you get back in the sky, I want to hear about it!!

[@How_Lay]

Not only is this a great packing tutorial but this dude is the real hero for responding to every comment

[@SalvadorChangg]

Appreciate the feedback!! Haha and I’m here for the people!! Have to give the people what they want 😂

[@danieledemaria7301]

I've never gone skydiving and I can barely manage to fold my quechua tent in the same time it takes you to pack a parachute (7 minutes, not the duration of the tutorial), which is downright mind-blowing. Keep it up!

[@ILMAGICOEMY]

I have less than 20 packing. I try to improve my skill every time but still taking about 35/40min to pack. Today I followed some tips of the video and I improved my time (-10minutes) 👌 thank u.

[@troyc333]

I want this guy packing my chutes. He is very professional and detail oriented about his approach.

[@aaronlinell3916]

Bless you for making such a clean video, particularly with voice-over of your mistakes instead of a text comment on screen that could be missed.

[@discofun]

Learning how to pack a rig seems impossible until one time there is a 'eureka' moment and you 'get it'. Helping new jumpers learn to pack and jump their own pack is always so cool. Most packers at busy drop zones make so many shortcuts like not double wrapping rubber bands and making a loose closing loop. That being said.. this guy is epic, no doubt in my mind, could pack a canopy blindfolded in the dark.

[@macobber]

Only thing that worries me about going for my AFF. How can one ensure that the riggers at the drop zone you're learning at haven't become complacent from packing thousands of canopies over the years. Once I'm at the point where I can rig my own canopy, at least my life is in my own hands, but before that it's difficult to trust someone I don't know.

[@jamesleem.d.7442]

I'm just going to Go Ahead and say that this is the best packing video on the Internet. Thanks for Going Ahead and making it. Now I will Go Ahead and tune up my own packing techniques.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Hope it helps!!

[@swordfish1120]

Excellent explanation. I've never skydived but I learned something new and the unfolding of a parachute in midair makes much more sense now.

[@SalvadorChangg]

I’m glad this could help educate! Are you thinking about skydiving one day?

[@NagyMedia]

I have yet to skydive but I just watched this start to beginning and now I can't wait to go. Feel a lot more comfortable when you know how the chute is packed and can see it's going to open easily when packed right.

[@drummer42050]

Sal....my summer jobs in 1965-6 were at Lakewood Sport Parachute Center/Parachutes Inc. I worked for Jacque Istel and Lew Sanborn and Lee Guilfoyle....I shagged canopies on the DZ and handed out clothing and boots and helmets to students....only packed one canopy while there, a PC the pilot, Skip Dolittle jumped to my joy ! I also witness the first jump Lee had with The Barrish Sailwing, an early square....I'm also a good friend of Baglock....those rubber bands brought back memories !....by the way, your a natural flyer ! Blue skies..P

[@drummer42050]

I finally got 3 tandems in after 47 years...all with Lee !

[@SalvadorChangg]

I wish I knew more skydiving history and who those people are/were…. Thanks for the comment though! Makes me want to learn more for sure!! Congrats on the tandems!!

[@drummer42050]

Lee is D-50.....Jacques and Lew are I-1 ..D-1.....the Fathers of US sport skydiving....

[@Anon-]

All I got left is my packing class and exam. This helps a lot to understand what I'm getting into. Thank you.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Heck yeah!! Let me know when you get that A license!! I’m hyped for you!!

[@johndandelski3390]

Outstanding, man. This will save our packer grief from having to show me over and over and over again. Hope to try packing my own today. Cheers and keep 'em coming.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Haha that’s exactly why I wanted to make it. After I get done with a packing class I have all my students watch over the video. It’s basically a express packing class.

[@rickdiaz100]

I skydived at Deland for an Angle flying course. Sal packed my rig several times. Everytime was smooth, clean, and in heading. They were perfect openings and after I complimented him he would give me the credit and say it was good body position. I know what a bad pack job feels like. Sal is an Amazing packer and very humble. Great video Sal. I appreciate your dedication to safety and education in this fantastic sport.

[@llevani1]

Hope I will pack my own Parachute some day. It's my biggest dream to have my own Parachute. Thank you for the video, even I havn't it yet, it was lovely to watch this video till the end.

[@SalvadorChangg]

If that’s your dream, I’m sure you’ll have it one day as long as you back it up with action

[@jakelukas2193]

Brother, agree with all the comments . Great step by step explanations wihout overdoing it!. I needed a refresher after not packing for 3 years do to an incident :) so now that I got my rig back so now back to practice packing. Cheers

[@rev.dr.davidcole8915]

Wow, I had 100 jumps in the 1980s with a 7-cell. I was not nearly so diligent, and I never had a malfunction. This guy can pack my parachute any time. Fantastic job.😊

[@BlackhawkChief06]

Excellent tutorial for the beginner, which is me. Thanks for this. Blue skies and keep the greasy side down

[@RazgrizXVI]

The realest comment in this video is "This is the moment where you smell the carpet and reflect on your life and the decisions that got you here." Lol! I always feel like taking a nap at that stage in the pack job

[@SalvadorChangg]

Just trying to keep it real with the people 😂🙌🏼

[@RazgrizXVI]

@@SalvadorChangg and you're doing a great job man! Found your channel through one of your Deland compilations. I've watched several of your vids now🤙🏻

[@johngillespie7068]

Great video man you explained the seperation of lines better than anyone ive seen, there were so many helpful tips this video definitely will change the way i pack thanks!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Glad it helped 📈🤘🏼🙏🏼

[@stoldrag85]

I commented on this vid the other day, but must comment again after a day at the DZ jumping. Yesterday I was able to actually do 5 jumps packing for myself. I haven't been able to pack fast enough in the past to pull that off. Thanks again for the excellent teach..... Off now to a street corner with my sign, will jump for food! 😜

[@SalvadorChangg]

Heck yeah!! Glad you were able to get those jumps in and pack for yourself!! That’s sick!! And hey… gotta do what you gotta do for the dream 😂📈🤙🏼 Blue Skies

[@lemmybean4824]

Brings back some memories. We used to call that a Pro Pack. Only extra step I did was roll the nose to open slower.

[@SalvadorChangg]

It’s about what works best for the individual! I love when people come up with their own techniques for their own pack jobs to get the results that they prefer.

[@benwearne542]

Best thing about this video is you made it easy to remember and covered all the little questions that a new jumper would ask

[@SalvadorChangg]

Heck yeahhh!!! Glad I could help!!

[@dr.e.r.blomgren]

Thanks! Everything is well-explained and clear to see. A definite save to my ‘Skydiving’ favorites folder.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Thanks brother, Glad you too value away from the video 🤙🏼 Blue Skies

[@davewalkden9978]

You, sir, are a natural teacher. Fantastic video, mate.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Thank you for the kind words. Just trying to share the knowledge with others

[@davewalkden9978]

@@SalvadorChangg Seriously, I've led teams for 35 years & a good teacher is a great asset. You are one, my friend. You clearly have transferable skills. Good luck to you, mate. You've got what it takes to have a mong & fulfilling career at whatever you choose to do. And😂 you're a cool as fuck skydiver too....

[@neilwalker9900]

Thank You Brother, very thorough, clear and concise, I’ve watched a few packing videos now and I learnt and understood the most from yours, great job 👊

[@SalvadorChangg]

Appreciate the feedback. Just trying to help in anyway I can!!

[@Logan_12G]

About to start my first canopy course this morning. Much appreciated and thank you for making this video!

[@siulagrande1984]

I’ve found my new favorite channel! Your knowledge and obvious love for the sport is amazing. Hope to see you Spring next year!

[@derrickpeppers785]

I haven't been skydiving yet but stoked to do my first jump. I've been paragliding for 3 years and want to compliment my sky time with some jumping as well. lots of great information here and very easy to understand. I know it's gonna be a while before I'm doing this but it's great to get an early start on the education. you're a great teacher. keep it up.

[@josesoares2259]

I will probably never jump off an airplane with one of those but I did watch the whole video very much enthusiastic about it. Congrats for the hard work mate.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Why wouldn’t you jump? What’s holding you back?

[@josesoares2259]

My life 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kashperanto]

Thanks for this excellent tutorial (and the POV video)! I had my first packing class a few days ago and they said it was the best first pack job they've seen :)

[@BradMason2014]

What a great pack job and step by step tutorial. Exactly what I was looking for on my way back into jumping to refresh my memory. I occasionally had some hard openings and line twists but never a cutaway on my own pack jobs. So I appreciate this to hopefully perfect my packing. Thanks man!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Here to help! Blues skies Mr B

[@josephkenny3699]

That was the best description of how to pack a parachute , thank you so much for your help and advice,

[@vavillni]

Hi Salvador, absolutly the best! Thank you so very much. Cheers Michael

[@tlourenzo_]

Ive seen many videos and had a packing course too as part of the license, but your way of making the bottom S fold is way more practical! thanks man

[@kevinmcgrath127]

Great video…always pick up useful pointers from different packing styles. Thanks Sal. Love to see one about common tangles and how to recognise what type they are and best way to disentangle them

[@SalvadorChangg]

Yes, if I could recommend anything it would be to watch a bunch of different packers and see what works best for you. Hope the video helped Kevin. What DZ are you from?!

[@bernardgoh5307]

Thanks Sal, a real smooth step-by-step 😊

[@scottholmes2084]

Yes this video help me. Good job explaining every detail

[@joshm9666]

Yep, same way I pack and makes new canopies very easy to pack. Thanks for sharing

[@SalvadorChangg]

Hell yeah brother, glad you understand and thanks for the support 🤙🏼

[@mmathias007]

Thanks for sharing. I had really good openings when you packed for me. Good job!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Appreciate the support and feedback! Glad to hear it, till next time brother 🤙🏼

[@bethrathgeb2707]

Did I rewatch this video 3 times today while I was trying to pack... yes😂

[@SalvadorChangg]

Hahah I hope it helped you out!! 🤙🏼

[@IDALBOE]

Thanks for this video dude I’m always trying to learn as much as I can so this is very helpful! I’ve been trying to learn for months but this is video really helped it’s more calm and it helps me understand better for when I can do this thank you dude! 🔥

[@SalvadorChangg]

Glad it helped you out buddy, it’s what I’m here for!!

[@lukeprice7782]

Quite enjoyed watching this gives you an insight into how a parachute works

[@obtorgecirb2100]

Sal, i love the start disclamer!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Had to make sure I covered all my bases. My lawyers advised haha

[@obtorgecirb2100]

@@SalvadorChangg Irresponsibly is taken care of by gravity. Blame is for people who made the wrong choice! Cheers!

[@gatorvision]

Great packing job with a clear explanation for each step.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Thanks Brother

[@toksdesalu2101]

Many thanks for this packing instruction! It improves my packing skills tenfold! I love my openings now! Clean and perfect sequences. I could not believe it. Again, thank you!

[@SalvadorChangg]

I’m going to make an updated version of my packing tutorial! I’ve learned a lot more since I made this first video and I’m going to up the production quality! Be on the look out for the new version!

[@bytegab864]

@@SalvadorChangg As long as you still say the phrase to remember bottom-top-right-left it will once again be epic!

[@kylehonsey2057]

I did my first tandem the end of June and have my fist AFF scheduled for the middle of August. Don't think I'll be packing a chute for a while but this was a fun video. My mechanical mind has been curious about what went into this, well done!

[@davidmalone9022]

So cool - it's one of those little mysteries that you never really get to see unless - well - someone makes a video or you watch it in person. Very, very interesting.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Haha I’m glad your enjoyed the video! I hope you took something away from it!!

[@FGuilt]

Thanks. That was TIGHT! Love the sit on it after the S fold method. I was having trouble with that. Thanks bro!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Of course brother, glad you were able to take something away from it!!

[@___jd]

I've never been skydiving and probably never will, but I watched this whole thing I don't know why

[@SalvadorChangg]

Haha we’ll I hope you enjoyed it or at least learned something :)

[@___jd]

@@SalvadorChangg Yeah it was still interesting, probably partly my OCD lmao

[@campbelldaniel58]

Beautiful. Genuine thanks. 🙏

[@patrisk_official]

Appreciate your explanations. Thanks a lot 🙏

[@stevekutour]

Wow! You were made the whole process of folding a parachute canopy so simple. I always wondered of how it's got hold. Thanks a million great job.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Glad you were able to learn something from it!!

[@kevinmills8415]

By far the easiest way to pack and best explanation of a pack job. I've tried them all, taking parts from some vids and combining with others. But this video has it all, from the all important flaking to the S Folds and getting it in the bag. Makes packing a brand new main a breeze. Thanks!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Glad it helped Kevin!! I couldn’t find one out there so I decided to make my own :)

[@lobbyrobby]

Good stuff. I've done 1 tandem so now of course I want to go for my class A. Granted I'll be taught how to pack in class but this was good to watch to help understand the basics. I'm sure I'll still be nervous jumping my first pack job tho.

[@nzmeateater]

Cool, Only had 2 jumps 30+ years ago,,one static and one tandem, Always wondered how it was done, thanks 👍

[@akimikalis8243]

My biggest issue I have with packing (only 30 jumps currently so very new) is following the line groups. I always get them mixed up. So your advice here was very helpful. Thanks buddy!

[@mitchanderson2136]

Had been using rental gear and packers at my home DZ, but now finally bought my own rig and it was time to get serious about a safe & fast pack job myself. Thanks for showing it all the way to completion, the majority of packing videos seem to stop after the canopy is in the dbag.

[@highlighted_reply]

The packer at the DZ assigned me this video as homework. You make it look so easy.

[@markfisher5189]

Nicely done

[@thillaiambalam7944]

Great video Sal,first time watching how to pack a parachute. Great explanation for a layman like me to understand. 👏👏👍

[@SalvadorChangg]

I tried to make it as simple as possible to help as many people as possible

[@thillaiambalam7944]

@@SalvadorChangg continue the great work, someone like me who doesn't know anything about parachute learnt something from you. 👏👍🏻Power lah.

[@101pjj]

I like how you do your s folds and put it in the d bag. That helped me a lot!

[@khanemotions7793]

Wao very easy and simple way, also an interesting way you told. Thanks for this tutorial.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Just trying to share what I’ve learned in the simplest manner I can

[@krittayabuayangtoom5989]

The video helps a lot. Thank you sooo much. My home DZ is in Thailand hope i can jump at Deland one day😊

[@derekgregory7499]

Hey man! Cant wait for what you are saying will be an updated version of the tutorial. I am the son of a skydive business owner and I want to learn how to become a rigger myself. So thanks for all the help.

[@SalvadorChangg]

It’ll be out soon. Keep on the look out for it :)

[@ediangarcia817]

Very very nice video! I struggle putting the canopy into the d-bag A LOT. I’m gonna try this method and see how it goes… so thank you!

[@ediangarcia817]

Oh! And my canopy its a Sabre 1 so I have a lot of hard openings 😪

[@SalvadorChangg]

I am tempted to make a slow/detailed video just on putting the canopy in the D-Bag. A ton of people struggle with that step so you aren’t the only one. Hope it helps 🤙🏼

[@Tovotefor]

Super Nice, simple and professional teaching. god bless you man.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Appreciate the support and feedback. Just trying to help

[@veteranmotors197]

Nice video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Thanks, it’s what I’m here for

[@michaelobrien5482]

Thank you Salvador, really informative, I enjoyed the video

[@SalvadorChangg]

Glad I could help!! Hope you took something away from it to help you with your pack jobs!

[@LRSTFJ]

Really good demo and well explained. Thank you.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Appreciate the feedback! Always trying to help if I can

[@juanduque8244]

Great video, detailed and learned a new way to pack. Thank you!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Just trying to help if I can, glad you took something away from the video!

[@BlackKitty73]

It helped me a lot, thank you so much!

[@gabex-hex7506]

let's goo my favorite part baby 13:55

[@shekhawatharshofficial]

Thanks Sal! Will be going for my AFF & A certificate soon! It helps, haha guess will watch it every now and then. But thanks! 🙏😄

[@sallypalermo9600]

Awesome video! I’m going to Skydive Deland in January for ground school 🎉

[@SalvadorChangg]

Tell them I sent you 🥳🙏🏼😉

[@AuggieG42]

Very well explained and shown confidence.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Hope you took something away from it :)

[@HansJohanVermeulen]

Thanks for sharing. Great tutorial!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Here to help

[@garrysacramento7806]

Thank you very much. Well explained.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Hope it helped

[@MassisPipes]

A small tip they taught me: when stowing the excess brake line, always stow it bottom to top (instead of top to bottom like you did). The reason being that you will pull the toggles DOWN to release them, and if you stow the excess lines from the top to the bottom, they have a slightly higher chance of tangling or getting stuck. Also, when the brakes haven't been stowed, you might want to run them down from the canopy to remove any twists in the lines, to prevent tension knots or uneven toggle pressure.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Thanks for the extra tips!

[@MassisPipes]

@@SalvadorChangg Very useful video otherwise, well done!

[@chrisfs150]

Thats a great point to make about the stowing the excess brake lines.. Well spotted

[@MassisPipes]

@@chrisfs150 I've since had some discussions about this with fellow jumpers, one of whom made a very valid point for stowing them top to bottom: when you release the toggle, chances are you canopy is faster than you are, thus pulling the loop UP, not down. Either way, I found out the hard way last weekend how important it is to decently stow the excess, when the slightly loose excess loop got caught in my toggle and caused a tension knot. Luckily I was able to free it with a sharp tug and had an uneventful flight otherwise.

[@paulcooper1754]

Excellent tutorial, thank you!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Just trying to help 🤷🏻‍♂️🙏🏼 Hope you took something positive away from it :)

[@abhishekpanchabhai14]

Great tutorial 🔥

[@jimferris6460]

I had a chance to go jumping today and your instruction on stowing the brakes was particularly helpful. I was more confident with placing the lines and excess after stowing the toggles. I never really knew which way they should go before. Usually, ‘whichever .’ Thanks again. [ note: I still rent and am not allowed to pack the rental rig. I do stow the toggles and lay the lines out for the rigger, however. This is so someday, when I grow up and can pack my own rig, I will at least have that part figured out.]

[@SalvadorChangg]

That’s awesome, I’m glad I was able to help you with stowing your brakes. That and uncollapsing your slider goes a long way for the packers.

[@jimferris6460]

@@SalvadorChangg Ah, uncollapsing the slider. Great idea. Next time.

[@akhakhrasiren7765]

Good techniques of packing,rigger is really a tough job .Thanks for the good video. Love from india

[@nwsmoat2674]

Definitely needed this refresher cuz I don't remember anything from the packing class XD Good video!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Glad I Could Help hahaha

[@lucapitea7783]

Great tutorial thank you 🤙🏽

[@NewEnglandPatriotsfan]

Absolutely awesome man

[@SalvadorChangg]

You’re awesome man! I’m thinking about doing an updated version. I’ve learned a lot since I first made that video

[@dustoffmedic71]

This is the best packing video on KZbin. Thank you!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Thanks brother!! Appreciate the kind words!!

[@ericscott1895]

excellent video!

[@P51D-Mustang]

Thanks Sal, Great tutorial! 😎 👍

[@SalvadorChangg]

Just trying to help any way I can :)

[@P51D-Mustang]

@@SalvadorChangg I've just deposited one million into your account! -cheers. 😎👍

[@tomharrington2889]

Your a natural talent at explaining things but I think still I would have to pack a second chute with you side by side to get the feel of it. Have to be on a really slow day I know.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Trust me it took me awhile to get it down the way I do now. I learned from some of the best packers in the game at Skydive Deland and I owe everything I know to them. Solid team for sure. If you’re ever in Deland and need a packing class don’t hesitate to ask.

[@nickodevoe]

Amazing video, so helpful. Love your channel :)

[@SalvadorChangg]

Here to help!! :)

[@revodrvr]

sweet video, I'ma try this technique out this weekend coming thank you

[@SalvadorChangg]

Let me know how it works out for you. Try out different ways. Figure out which way works best for you

[@Harryjmacneil]

Very cool! Thank you.❤

[@rickdiaz100]

This video is The Best Packing Video I have seen yet.

[@shockwave6416]

Quality content mate. Excellent job. 👍👍

[@SalvadorChangg]

Appreciate the kind words! How many jumps do you have and where’s your home DZ?

[@shockwave6416]

@@SalvadorChangg I'm in Indiana. I have one tandem jump. And trying to get the balls to do my first solo jump. Probably going IAD but AFF looks more fun. I'm new to my DZ and have social anxiety. I'm finding it difficult to get to know people at my dz. Loved my first tandem.

[@diegovandesteeg883]

Thanks man I'm going to start skydiving next year, will save this for then!

[@SalvadorChangg]

Yeaahhh buddy, start saving money too while you’re at it 😂💸

[@diegovandesteeg883]

@@SalvadorChangg 😂😂will do saw the prices a few months ago its not cheap. But fun has no price

[@ericcrittenden2166]

Awesome job....very good stuff.

[@SalvadorChangg]

Thanks Eric 🤙🏼 appreciate the feed back

[@sweetelisddshows]

Nice, good job

[@taxcattle]

Awesome! Brian Germain has a video on pilot chute packing that I'd recommended too, the technique is a little unusual but possibly safer