{"id":44840,"date":"2023-04-21T12:37:33","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T12:37:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?p=44840"},"modified":"2023-04-25T09:34:33","modified_gmt":"2023-04-25T09:34:33","slug":"gear-wisdom-risers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-wisdom-risers\/","title":{"rendered":"Gear Wisdom: Risers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">The latest in Rezzy&#8217;s series on maintaining our gear &#8230; we&#8217;ve been through <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-know-how-kill-line\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">kill line<\/a>, <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-know-how-pilot-chute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pilot chute<\/a>, <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-know-how-what-size-pilot-chute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">size of PC<\/a>, <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-wisdom-3-rings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3-rings<\/a> and now&#8230; (drum roll commence&#8230;) risers&#8230;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"566\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Crash-Tallman-crop-Cookie-Sun-Path-1024x566.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44906\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Crash-Tallman-crop-Cookie-Sun-Path-1024x566.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Crash-Tallman-crop-Cookie-Sun-Path-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Crash-Tallman-crop-Cookie-Sun-Path-768x424.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Crash-Tallman-crop-Cookie-Sun-Path.jpg 1175w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Risers \u2013 the vital link between your canopy and your rig \u2013 take a lot of strain so it&#8217;s important to check for wear n&#8217; tear on a regular basis <br>Image: Crash Tallman by Garth Baker<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What about Risers? <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Do you know if you should replace them, and if so, when?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Risers are another part of your harness that needs replacing from time to time. Risers can be made with either Type 17 or Type 8 webbing. We can call them normal risers and small risers (fat and skinny) \ud83d\ude09 Let\u2019s not forget about Tandem risers, Sigma uses Type 7 webbing for their risers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Webbing strength<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Type 17 webbing strength is 1,134 kg (2,500 lbs)<\/li><li>Type 8  webbing strength is 1,814 kg (4,000 lbs)<\/li><li>Type 7  webbing strength is 2,720 kg (6,000 lbs)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These strengths are before the webbing is sewn and grommet inserted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manufacturers recommend Type 17 thin risers usually need to be replaced around 200-400 jumps. Type 8, normal risers usually need to be replaced around 300-500 jumps. So, let&#8217;s keep it simple and say you should think about changing risers around 400-500 jumps. I\u2019d like to know if anyone actually does that. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mirage&#8217;s G4 Owner&#8217;s&nbsp;Manual on <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/miragesys.com\/text-blocks\/g4-owners-manual-16-installing-the-main-parachute-canopy-and-risers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">installing the canopy to the risers<\/a> highlights that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><em>Main Risers are considered a &#8216;weak link\u2019 between forces your main canopy can generate and your harness. They can break at the riser grommet if subjected to a high G-load.<\/em><\/p><cite><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/miragesys.com\/text-blocks\/g4-owners-manual-16-installing-the-main-parachute-canopy-and-risers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mirage Systems<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Riser Types<\/span><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"44908\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?attachment_id=44908#main\" class=\"wp-image-44908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set5.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set5-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Type 8 risers with standard dive loops<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-riser-set7-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"44910\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?attachment_id=44910#main\" class=\"wp-image-44910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-riser-set7-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-riser-set7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-riser-set7-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-riser-set7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-riser-set7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\"><br><br>Type 17 risers, Aerodyne 3-ring, standard dive loops<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set9rotate-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"44960\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set9rotate-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-wisdom-risers\/riser-set9rotate\/#main\" class=\"wp-image-44960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set9rotate-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set9rotate-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set9rotate-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set9rotate-1536x806.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/riser-set9rotate-2048x1075.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">TYPE 17 low drag risers \u2013 the riser is sewn to half to create less drag&nbsp;\u2013 with inserted&nbsp;swoop dive loops<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">How to check the condition of the risers?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check that the riser webbing is in good condition. The old risers will have lots of wear and tear on the edges, it\u2019s normal. We can grade this as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Grade 1 \u2013 new condition<\/li><li>Grade 2 \u2013 has wear and tear<\/li><li>Grade 3 \u2013 needs to be replaced.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check that the riser locking loop is in good condition, this connects the 3-ring system with the yellow cutting cable. Remember, how the 3-ring system works, when we cut away. This locking loop is damaged mostly when dragging the rig while we are packing. Check out the <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/2018-02-16-20130819-riser-loop-failure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">damaged riser-loop problem<\/a> caused by a sharp grommet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Worn Riser Examples<\/span><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy-locking-loop.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"44913\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?attachment_id=44913#main\" class=\"wp-image-44913\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy-locking-loop.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy-locking-loop-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Grade 2 \u2013 Wear and Tear<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy3-crop-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"44915\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy3-crop.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?attachment_id=44915#main\" class=\"wp-image-44915\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy3-crop-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy3-crop-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy3-crop-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy3-crop-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy3-crop.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Grade 2 \u2013 Wear and Tear&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-isers-fuzzy-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"44912\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?attachment_id=44912#main\" class=\"wp-image-44912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-isers-fuzzy-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-isers-fuzzy-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-isers-fuzzy-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-isers-fuzzy-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/crop-isers-fuzzy.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Grade 2, very near to 3 \u2013 Very worn riser,&nbsp; order your new set now&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy-wow.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"44914\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?attachment_id=44914#main\" class=\"wp-image-44914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy-wow.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/risers-fuzzy-wow-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Grade 3 \u2013 REPLACE NOW!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Replacing Risers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When replacing your tired risers, make sure you buy the same type, and same length and they are compatible with your rig. Of course, ordering them from your own rig manufacturer is the easiest. However, you can also get risers from a gear store or made by a senior or master rigger, just be sure that the hardware is compatible (small rings vs large rings) with your gear and the RSL ring side is on the correct side. Also, let&#8217;s not forget the length of your risers! Make sure you re-order the correct length or the new length you need. Most manufacturer&#8217;s riser lengths start from 18\u2019, 20\u2019,22\u2019, and 24\u2019 inches. UPT riser lengths are 19\u2019, 21\u2019, 23\u2019 and 25\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ChutingStar_RiserDiveLoops.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ChutingStar_RiserDiveLoops.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ChutingStar_RiserDiveLoops-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ChutingStar_RiserDiveLoops-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ChutingStar_RiserDiveLoops-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption>Riser dive loops, flat or inserted, easy grip<br>Image by Chuting Star<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can choose to have standard dive loops in all of them or go for a Louie loop\/Easy grip swoop dive loops. Your choice of length and loop will go with your chosen discipline(s). Without a thought you will go for Louie\/Easy grip swoop dive loops if you\u2019re into swooping your canopy. If you took a canopy course or will do so in the future, you know that your coach will recommend whether you need to change your risers, or not. Or, if you are into Crew jumping, then you need a specialist Crew riser.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Riser Length<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like to know more about riser length&nbsp;check this Tip Tuesday from PD&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Tip Tuesday: Riser Length\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3BMFqGik6M8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blue skies and stay safe<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-heading\"><em>Words and gear photos by Rezzan Aral Shiel<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Gear Wisdom Articles<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44712\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head-860x484.jpg 860w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rezzy-folding-FI-canopy-packing-Dave-Head.jpg 1720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption>Rezzy by Dave Head<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All by Rezzan Aral Shiel, our lovely friendly rigger<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-know-how-kill-line\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kill Line<\/a> &#8211; when does it need replacing?<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-know-how-pilot-chute\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pilot Chute<\/a> \u2013 how to tell if it you need a new one<\/li><li>What <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-know-how-what-size-pilot-chute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">size should your pilot chute<\/a> be?<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/gear-wisdom-3-rings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3-Rings<\/a> \u2013 Maintenance<\/li><li><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/GWRsrs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Risers<\/a> \u2013 do they need maintenance?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span style=\"color:#efefb0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Coming Soon<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Steering Lines<\/li><li>New Line Set \u2013 is it time?<\/li><li>Reserve &amp; 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