FOR SALE NEW OR DEMO MODEL SOFTIES
AND VARIOUS TYPES AND MODELS OF USED PARACHUTES
Updated 1 SEP 23
I attempt to keep 20 or more new or demo model Softies in stock for immediate delivery.
Due to the Pandemic this has changed. Read
update on homepage.
I suggest calling or emailing me
for the latest additions.
I'm constantly updating my demo model parachutes. See photos below. Most are less than one year old. All are for sale and all are in EXCELLENT to NEW condition. The demos have been in very few aircraft and are a great buy and of course a great savings.
NOTICE
Ask about my liberal trade-in policy. If you own a Para-Phernalia Softie pilot emergency parachute and it's reaching (or has reached) the end of it's twenty year service life it's worth $300.00 towards the purchase of a new Softie pilot emergency parachute. All you have to do is return your overaged Softie (to me) and I'll credit you $300.00 towards the purchase of a new Softie parachute, of your choice. This includes custom colors and a free $55.00 carry bag.
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USED PARACHUTES FOR SALE
Every used parachute receives a thorough inspection and any necessary repairs to make sure it's airworthy, before I'll place it on my website. A fair market value is placed on each parachute using the guidelines established in my article titled "Before You Buy Your Parachute" in the Articles section of my website.
To purchase an item below, or if you have a parachute
you want to sell please email me or call 209-532-7070.
NOTE: ALL PHOTOS CAN BE ENLARGED
BY CLICKING ON THEM.
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ITEM #1: MICRO 240 (BACK) S/N 14565-SA, Mfr. 8/20 by Para-Phernalia.It has a Preserve 1D canopy S/N 71012, Mfr. 8/20 by Free Flight Ent. It is rated at 150 KIAS with up to 220 lbs. The harness/container is all charcoal grey. It has the popular aerobatic harness. This parachute is in excellent condition. It comes with a new white cotton sweatpad and a one inch removable chest strap, not shown. It also comes with a matching charcoal grey carry bag. I estimate these parachutes to have a service life of seventeen years left on it.
NOTE: This Micro has the larger canopy in it, but the harness is designed for people of smaller stature. Most people wearing this size parachute are under 5'5" and around 140 lbs or less. It's about 3 inches thick and provides additional thickness behind you. It is only 13 inches wide across the shoulders.
Also Note: The ripcord pocket has a monogram of the prior owners initials on it (GJWS). This can be removed if you want. I will include this in the sale price. Normally I charge $40.00 to remove a monogram.
This parachute will need a current repack.
Price does not include shipping charges.
This parachute retails new without the $100.00 sweatpad and $60.00 carry bag for $3135.00. This is a great buy!
PRICE: $2750.00
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ITEM #2: Decathlon/Citabria Seatpack, S/N 12492-S, Mfr. 9/15 by Para-Phernalia. It has a Preservve 1D canopy s/n 69192, 9/15, Mfr. by Free Flight Ent. It is rated at 150 KIAS with up to 220+ lbs. The container is red with black trim. The conventional harness is black with B-12 snaps on the leg straps. This parachute is in excellent condition. It comes with a matching red carry bag and also a removable sheepskin backpad and one inch removable seat cushion.
I estimate this parachute to have 12 years service life left on it.
This parachute will need a current repack.
NOTE: This parachute was custom made for a pilot who was tall, about 6' 3". The chest strap has been lengthened by several inches because the pilot had a chest measurement of 48+ inches. The pilot was also long in the torso and the main lift webbing was also lengthened. See photo with my hand pointing out that area. If you meet the above criteria and own a Decathlon or Citabria thia parachute might be what you're looking for.
The price does not include shipping charges.
This parachute new retails for $3635.00 with carry bag,
sheepskin and one inch removable seat cushion.
PRICE: $1875.00
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IN STOCK NEW & (DEMO) BACK STYLE PARACHUTES I TRY AND KEEP
IN STOCK
SOFTIES ARE RATED AT: 150 KIAS WITH A MAX. OF 220 LBS. (100 KG)
THE MICRO SOFTIE IS RATED AT: 150 KIAS WITH A MAX. OF 180 LBS. (80 KG)
The 9 photos below are the three color patterns
I try to keep in stock at all times.
All are in excellent to new condition
NOTE: ALL PHOTOS BELOW CAN BE ENLARGED
BY CLICKING ON THEM.
NOTE: ALL PHOTOS BELOW CAN BE ENLARGED
BY CLICKING ON THEM.
If you do not like the colors I have in stock but need a back style parachute yesterday "No Problem". Order what colors you would like for the harness and container.
Do you want a conventional or aerobatic harness? I will send you a demo model,if I have one in stock, that you can use until your custom order arrives. Shipping not included. Above are photos of what I try to keep in stock. Some have B-12 snaps on the leg straps and a thread thru chest strap and others have Quick Ejector snaps on the leg straps. Some are new and some may have been in an aircraft.
All are in excellent to new condition
To view the various snap and other options available click on "Softie Parachutes" on the left. A drop down menu will appear. Click on "Options and Colors". Once on that page scroll down to view the options you can choose from.
Many options are included at no additional cost or at my cost.
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DESCRIPTION OF PHOTOS ABOVE
The top (2) photos show a quick release way to thread your chest strap. The next three photos show the difference in thickness between the 15 inch wide Mini Softie.
The next (3) photos show a 15 inch Mini which is about 2 1/2 inches thick and the 16 inch is about 2 inches thick, when they are properly packed. The top of the container is where the bulk of the lines are normally stowed. This is the part directly behind your shoulder blades, but it also can be packed at the bottom of the container, for lumbar support. When it is packed with the bulk at the top the of the container, the bottom of the container can be easily squeezed to about 1 inch thick. Vice versa, if the bulk is packed at the bottom of the container, for lumbar support. Packing the bulk at the bottom will move your bottom/butt about 2 inches forward, on the seat.
The next (2) pictures shows the 1 inch removable chest strap that comes with each "A" Aerobatic harness that I sell.
The next picure shows the four colors that the removable sheepskin pads come in. The dye lots can vary a bit. (Tan, Silver, Grey & Black.
The next (2) photos show the Quick Ejector snap on the left(extra option) and B-12 snap option,on the right, that is normally on each parachute unless you upgrade to the quick ejector snaps.
The last photo shows what I call a "Camels Hump". This is a way to temporarily shorten the vertical distance from the shoulder to the waist for someone of smaller stature. It then can be easily shortened and lenghtened back to the way it was.
IN STOCK NEW & (DEMO) SEATPACK PARACHUTES I TRY AND KEEP
IN STOCK.
(MOST are available for immediate delivery)
SOFTIES ARE RATED AT A MINIMUM OF 150 KIAS WITH A MAX.OF 220 LBS. (100 KG)
The 4 photos below are the two color patterns
I try to keep in stock at all times. All have conventional harnesses.
NOTE: ALL PHOTOS BELOW CAN BE ENLARGED
BY CLICKING ON THEM.
If you do not like the colors I have in stock but need a seat pack style parachute yesterday "No Problem".Order what colors you would like for the harness and container. Do you want a conventional or aerobatic harness? I will send you a demo model, if I have one in stock, that you can use until your custom order arrives. Shipping not included. Above are photos of what I have in stock. Some have B-12 snaps on the leg straps and a thread thru chest strap and others have Quick Ejector snaps on the leg straps. Some are new and some have been in a few aircraft. I recommend for most people a 2" removable seat cushion for extra comfort (not included). They also can be purchased 1" thick. Custom thicknesses are available.
All are in excellent to new condition
To view the various snap and other options available click on "Softie Parachutes" on the left. A drop down menu will appear. Click on "Options and Colors". Once on that page scroll down to view the options you can choose from.
Many options are included at no additional cost.
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