A space blanket staked out on the ground can be a good signaling device.

And, for those of us who want a cushion between our lower backs and
parachutes, consider a rolled up blanket.Â* Your rigger should be able to
sew on some soft straps or cords with which to tie it securely in place.

On 7/14/2018 9:11 PM, Eric Greenwell wrote:
John Godfrey (QT) wrote on 6/23/2018 8:49 AM:
On Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 11:08:49 AM UTC-4,
wrote:
Recent descriptions of the Nephi accident are driving me to rethink
my decision about location of my Spot in the ship.
I have had it mounted on the canopy frame to try to get the best
view of the sky for tracking. It kind of gets in the way a little
when on the chute harness.
My assumption has been that in the event of a bad thing happening
both the glider and I will be in close proximity.
I got it wrong.
My Spot will go back on the harness.
1- It stays with me.
2- Assuming I'm capable I can orient it and activate emergency even
if I have bailed out.
FWIW
UH
Anything you expect to help folks find you needs to be attached to
the front of your chute.Â* Otherwise it is camping gear.

I have my SPOT3 on chest strap (works fine).Â* SMAK PAK Survival Kit
on right shoulder caries cellphone, whistle, mirror, strobe and space
blanket.

You have the parachute to keep you warm and provide some shelter. What
is the purpose of the space blanket?


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Dan, 5J