{"id":62104,"date":"2026-04-07T17:21:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T17:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?p=62104"},"modified":"2026-04-15T12:27:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T12:27:05","slug":"buying-and-selling-used-skydiving-gear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/buying-and-selling-used-skydiving-gear\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying and Selling Used Skydiving Gear"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-buying-or-selling-gear-can-be-stressful-here-s-how-to-do-it-right-and-avoid-the-common-mistakes\"><strong>Buying or selling gear can be stressful &#8211; here\u2019s how to do it right and avoid the common mistakes <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ve probably heard horror stories about buying used gear online only to find out it&#8217;s a scam. Or receiving gear that wasn&#8217;t a right fit or not as advertised. The best way to avoid being one of those victims of a poor sale? Work with a trusted gear store that guides the process from start to finish. If you can&#8217;t do that, here are some tips to keep you safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verify-the-gear\"><strong>Verify The Gear<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have the sellers local DZ rigger or shop help with the transaction. Things they can help with: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have all gear inspected by a certified rigger and confirm it\u2019s airworthy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Know the full history: jumps, storage, and any repairs or damage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure proper fit and compatibility for your body and experience level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verify reserve repack status and AAD service and battery life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Sunshine Factory, we partner with Paragone Rigging, an independent FAA-certified rigger, for every inspection before buying or selling gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paragone Rigging provides full, detailed reports covering AADs, mains, reserves, containers, and all related components, giving buyers and sellers confidence in every transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/494721445_10229207970757021_3827610630689695253_n-1024x478.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-62110\" style=\"width:860px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/494721445_10229207970757021_3827610630689695253_n-1024x478.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/494721445_10229207970757021_3827610630689695253_n-300x140.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/494721445_10229207970757021_3827610630689695253_n-768x358.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/494721445_10229207970757021_3827610630689695253_n.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Have a rigger or shop verify the gear before you buy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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\" id=\"h-use-a-trusted-sourc-e\"><strong>Use a Trusted Sourc<\/strong>e<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first way to ensure you&#8217;re getting a good, safe deal is to work with reputable gear professionals. However, if you found a steal online, then have a trusted source verify this. It&#8217;s not uncommon to have the seller drop the item by a DZ to have them be the third party verification on what it is you&#8217;re buy. This helps ensure there is actually something for sale, and that you&#8217;re getting a reasonable price in the condition you&#8217;re expecting.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understand-value\"><strong>Understand Value<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fair pricing protects both buyers and sellers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A knowledgeable shop helps set realistic expectations based on the market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask around &#8211; get an idea of what something similar would cost<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"478\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20250221_133130-478x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-62111\" style=\"width:860px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20250221_133130-478x1024.jpg 478w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20250221_133130-140x300.jpg 140w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20250221_133130.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clear photos and clear communication help the buying and selling process<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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\" id=\"h-keep-it-simple\"><strong>Keep It Simple<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean gear, clear photos, and proper documentation make a difference when selling and buying<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Straightforward communication avoids problems &#8211; chances are your spending or selling something at a decent price. Treat the sale as such and keep communications clear to be sure you&#8217;re on the same page with the buyer\/seller<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A trusted store helps manage these details for a smoother transaction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-think-long-term\"><strong>Think Long-Term<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Buying the right gear now makes upgrading easier later. Maybe you&#8217;ll spend a bit more on a harness that&#8217;ll fit the next few sizes of canopies you&#8217;ll be on, but the other rig that fits only the canopy you&#8217;re on now is cheaper. Think further down the line for gear. Sometimes it means spending a bit more, but it&#8217;ll mean a savings in the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/656840930_10162083607446277_7907446151454269700_n-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-62112\" style=\"width:860px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/656840930_10162083607446277_7907446151454269700_n-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/656840930_10162083607446277_7907446151454269700_n-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/656840930_10162083607446277_7907446151454269700_n-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/656840930_10162083607446277_7907446151454269700_n.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Author and Sunshine Factory owner, Chris Stubbs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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\" id=\"h-a-better-way-to-buy-and-sell\"><strong>A Better Way to Buy and Sell<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s not impossible to take buying and selling gear into your own hands. Especially if you&#8217;re active in the community, and the people you&#8217;re buying\/selling to are active and known. However, the safest route will always be working with a trusted gear store. It takes the guesswork out of buying and selling. At Sunshine Factory, with inspections handled by Paragone Rigging, we help skydivers make confident decisions, stay safe, and get the most value out of their gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good luck out there! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"sfsi_plus_widget sfsi_plus_shortcode_container\"><div id=\"sfsi_plus_wDiv\"><\/div><div class=\"sfsiplus_norm_row sfsi_plus_wDiv\"  style=\"width:260px;text-align:left;position:absolute;\"><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront ' data-effect=''   href='https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/buying-and-selling-used-skydiving-gear\/'  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;' ><img nopin=nopin alt='' title='' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_fb.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront '  data-effect='' href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/post?text=Skydivemag+https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skydivemag.com%2Fnew%2Fbuying-and-selling-used-skydiving-gear%2F+%23goodread+%40skydivemag&url='  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;'   ><img nopin=nopin alt='' title='' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_twitter.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon sfsi_premium_twitter_icon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront '  data-effect='' href='https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/skydivemag\/'  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;'   ><img nopin=nopin alt='Visit Us' title='Visit Us' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_instagram.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon sfsi_premium_instagram_icon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div style='width:60px;height:auto;margin-left:2.5px;margin-right:2.5px;margin-bottom:25px;transform: none !important;' class='sfsi_premium_wicons shuffeldiv sfsi_premium_tooltip_align_automatic ' ><div style='line-height:0;' class='sfsiplus_inerCnt' data-othericoneffect=''><a class=' sficn  sciconfront '  data-effect='' href=''  style='opacity:1;height: 60px;width: 60px;'   ><img nopin=nopin alt='' title='' src='https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/plugins\/Ultimate-Premium-Plugin\/images\/icons_theme\/chrome_grey\/chrome_grey_fbmessenger.png' height='60' width='60' style='' class='sfcm sfsi_premium_wicon sfsi_premium_fbmessenger_icon' data-effect='' \/><\/a><div id=\"sfsiplusid_fbmessenger\" class=\"sfsi_plus_tool_tip_2 sfsi_premium_tooltip_automatic sfsi_plus_fbmessenger_tool_bdr sfsi_plus_Tlleft\" style=\"display:block;background:#FFF; 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