FOR SALE NEW OR DEMO MODEL SOFTIES
AND VARIOUS TYPES AND MODELS OF USED PARACHUTES
Updated 15 MAR 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
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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 demo models 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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Butler 450 Back Style Parachute, s/n 32675 mfr. 5/15. It comes with a LoPO 450 Canopy s/n 32675, Mfr. 4/15. It is rated at 150 kias with 235 lbs. The max. Gross Wt. is 285 lbs. It is in very good to excellent condition. It comes with a matching red carry bag. The size of the container is approximately 12 inches wide and 18 inches top to bottom. See photos for additional measurements. It is not due a repack until 10Aug23. I consider this to be a BIG BOY parachute. I estimate this parachute to have about twelve years service life left on it.
Price does not include shipping charges.
PRICE: $1525.00
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Micro 240 Back Style Parachute, s/n 10990-SA mfr. 2/12 by Para-Phernalia. It comes with a Preserve 1C Canopy s/n 67604, Mfr. 2/12 by Free Flight Ent. It is rated at 150 kias with 220 lbs. It is in good condition and shows very little wear or dirt. It comes with a matching navy blue carry bag. The size of the container is approximately 13 inches wide and 22 inches top to bottom. This is a great parachute for someone with a small stature 5'0"-5'5 inches or smaller. I estimate this parachute to have about nine years service life left on it. It will need a currect repack.
Price does not include shipping charges.
PRICE: $1400.00
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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.
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 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.
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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NOTE: ALL PHOTOS BELOW CAN BE ENLARGED
BY CLICKING ON THEM.
The above 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 15 inch Mini is about 2 1/2 inches thick and the 16 inch is about 2 inches thick, when thry 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. Vive 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 two 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 two 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 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 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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