Slider up & tailgate

[nicknitro71]

This is sort of a continuation from the dz.com thread.

I would like more info and data about slider up deployments with the use of the tailgate.

I know CR does not recommend this procedure and I know some of you like to use masking tape with slider up. I would like to just know from those of you who have experimented with slider up and tailgate not the tape.

Precisely I would like to know the canopy, type of mesh, delay, size of PC, and the quality of the openings. Unfortunately I don't have a "safe" and legal place to do a controlled experiment around here. I'm planning to do some experimentation at bridge day but the more data I can get the better.

Thanks!

[nicknitro71]

Well,

I did few jumps at BD using a fine mash slider with the tailgate. Delays were 4-5 sec. Openings were OK but they seem a little slower especially during the last part of the inflaction, maybe too much reefing of the tail? I need to experiment more but so far I cannot see any cons. Heading wise I could not see any differences.

By the way I am jumping an ACE 240 loaded .70 with a Per Pro.

If you have experimented with this set up please post your feeback.

Also, DON'T use the tailgate with large hole mash slider!