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The FOX, BASE Specific Canopy by Basic Research
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Today's FOX is a state of the art seven cell canopy that was created for the rough environment of fixed object jumping. Let's take a closer look at the design and specifications of the FOX.
BASE Specific Canopies
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For those that are new to the sport of BASE the terms "FOX" and "Mojo" may sound like code names or some reference that brands a particular jumper. Its is often heard "Is that a Mojo or a FOX?". Those intimately involved in the sport know it is the new era of BASE canopies.
Mesh to Sail Slider Modification?
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Modifications:
I was thinking of attaching a peace of f 111 to my mesh slider with velcro. Making a temp sail slider, has anyone have any problem with this modification? A friend told me about it and I wanted to get a second opinion on it.
I was thinking of attaching a peace of f 111 to my mesh slider with velcro. Making a temp sail slider, has anyone have any problem with this modification? A friend told me about it and I wanted to get a second opinion on it.
Choosing a BASE conopy size
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Most jumpers are moving toward larger, slower canopies. When I started this sport, I did the above math and bought myself a Fox 265. However, after a few jumps, I've decided to upsize, and will probably buy canopies in the 280 range from here on out.
BASE Article #6 - Canopy Specs -- The Mojo (3 of 5)
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Part 3 discusses Consolidated Rigging's Mojo BASE canopy.