Troll MDV sizing ?

[the fly]

I'm 165lbs. out of the shower , will be jumping some windy sites. 225, 245 or 265 ? I've read and searched DZ and Blinc. Still not sure. Will probably demo, but not sure which to start with. Appreciate any advice, Mik

[imported_Tom Aiello]

What are your landing areas like? And what is your experience level?

In general, I'd err on the side of more nylon over my head.

--Tom Aiello
tbaiello@mac.com

[Small]

Hi Mik,

I'm about the same weight as you and just started jumping a 265. I was a bit worried that it wouldn't have enough forward speed (for jumping in a bit of wind) but I was suprised by how much it has. A friend of mine, who's about the same weight again, got a 245 but said to me that maybe the 265 would have been a better choice. Speak to Morpheus, I'm sure they'd be happy to talk it through with you.

Gus

[imported_Tom Aiello]

The Troll has a very wide control range. I load mine lightly enough that the manufacturer has told me I need to downsize, but I've never had problems penetrating the wind. Even in very high (30 mph) winds, front riser responsiveness on the canopy has allowed me to penetrate.


--Tom Aiello
tbaiello@mac.com