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using a parachute for th first time/ scared LOL

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Old Jul 4, 2016 | 06:46 PM
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Default using a parachute for th first time/ scared LOL

ive never pulled my chute, running 150 mph and up my brakes are useless. what driving techniques are used? i heard you have to drive into it. cant just pull it? im scared of lifting the rear wheels
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Old Jul 4, 2016 | 09:02 PM
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The key thing is to make sure your stirring wheel is straight and drive into the chute. also there is a variation in the type of chute. some hit softer than the other.
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Old Jul 28, 2016 | 10:45 AM
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is there a certain way you fold the chute?
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Old Jul 28, 2016 | 10:50 AM
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Default Re: using a parachute for th first time/ scared LOL

yeah, that depends on what manufacturer made the chute.
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Old Aug 3, 2016 | 04:35 PM
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Default Re: using a parachute for th first time/ scared LOL

This video has some interesting information about parachutes and their mounting locations.


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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 04:30 AM
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I would start with pulling the chute out at lower speed passes to get a feel for it. Also make sure you don't have a big chute, I use this one Stroud 4001 | Buy Stroud Safety Parachutes at JEGS and it doesn't try to move the car around much.
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