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October 2009

Hi [Name],

It's been a while since our last newsletter, and we thought we better say Hi and let you know we are celebrating the warmer weather with a month of free shipping and a prize giveaway. We have offered FREE SHIPPING FOR OCTOBER ORDERS so this means awesome deals on all gear for you! But since we're late getting this newsletter out to you, we are going to extend the offer for newsletter readers only. Just type "you heard there was free shipping for November" at the comments of the web check out and we'll extend the offer to November! conditions apply>>

Now, what about the exchange rate! The tables have really turned! Our dollar has hit record highs against the greenback and that translates to lower prices across the board, and especially good deals on new parachute systems. 
So now is a great time to order new containers, canopies or entire systems. Complete system prices are down more than $2000 on prices quoted in the last year and along with our lowest price policy you can't lose!

“Free Shipping & Best Price Guarantee!”

 Way Cool will not be beaten on price for any new skydiving equipment, especially the following:

  • Canopies: Icarus, PD and Aerodyne
  • Containers: Javelin, Vector, Icon, Wings and Mirage
  • AADs: Cypres, Vigil  and Argus
  • Instruments: Altimeters, Audible's Etc.
  • See our current specials here >>

Coupled with our current free shipping offer it's just not possible to get a better deal! Call us now and save for any gear requirement 08 9242 2222


Calling all Way Cool customers!!! Xmas giveaway!

Do you or any of your friends own Way Cool merchandise?
A Way Cool sticker on your helmet or car? Maybe you’re the owner of a Way Cool stubby cooler?
If so, we want to know about it…correction, we want to see it! We are looking for photos of Way Cool products in action, the more imaginative the better! Photos can be submitted to Way Cool by email: reception@waycool.com.au

A selection of photos (as many as possible) will be displayed on our website and on December 20, all entrants will go in the draw to win a Way Cool prize pack consisting of the following:

  • Pair of Chameleon goggles
  • A Way Cool logbook
  • Pair of Graphite goggles
  • Way Cool stubby cooler
  • Way Cool bottle opener key ring
  • Way Cool Pull up cords
  • Free shipping of the above items

We will also give a pair of Chameleon goggles to the entry we deem to be the most entertaining.

We are looking forward to seeing what everyone comes up with so get those photos in and remember, use your imagination!!!






Cypres

You may or may not know, Way Cool are a major Airtec dealer. Not only do we keep Cypres 2 in stock, but we also handle all your servicing requirements and have a fleet of units for hire.
Our service package involves express shipping to and from the factory in Germany as well as express courier back to your doorstep.
If you are unable to go without a Cypres for the service period, we also offer a discounted AAD hire for the complete service term. See here for more information>>

 Did you know?

Way Cool are dealers for all 3 major AADs; Vigil, Cypres and Argus. We keep all of these units in stock so our customers can get their brand new AAD in a matter of 1-2 days. We are also the Australia's biggest and fastest Cypres service agent!

Sony HDR-CX100 for Hand-Cam more>>

There was plenty of hype surrounding the CX100 well before its release date however no-one could have anticipated just how well it took off amongst skydivers world wide. Naturally we were eager to get our hands on one so we could develop a glove to suit. We were fortunate to have one of our regular customers, who is also a Tandem Instructor, oblige soon after they were released and we set about making the new glove design. As is often the case in the design process, it didn't take long to come across a small bump in the road! The CX100 is not really suitable as a skydiving camera without a Hypeye D Pro, which until now we had found quite bulky and impractical.   Naturally, that didn't hold us up at all and we very quickly found an effective way to mount the Hypeye and have continued to refine it.

When we were finally able to release the glove, it took very little time for the orders to start rolling in and they have yet to let up! We are very pleased with the final product and it would seem that we aren't the only ones. In the short time our CX100 Hand-Cam glove has been on the market we have had excellent feed back from Tandem instructors WORLD WIDE!!
For more information about our Hand-Cam gloves, see our website here


SkyHook RSL!

Many people have heard about the SkyHook but how many people really understand what it is and what it does?
20 years in the making, the brainchild of UPT owner & president Bill Booth, the skyhook is the latest safety innovation in skydiving and as such has and is being picked up by other renowned Container manufacturers. A regular RSL is limited to pulling the reserve pin on your container, which whilst mostly being beneficial, does come with its own new set of risks and potential complications.

 The Skyhook RSL goes even further in two ways. First of all, in the situation where the RSL riser is released prematurely, the opposite riser is automatically released through the use of a component known as a “Collins Lanyard”. This prevents the reserve being released into a still partially connected canopy. Secondly, in most situations, the main parachute acts as a pilot chute for the reserve canopy, bringing it to line stretch in as little as half a second!
To read more about the SkyHook and watch some great footage about the development of the SkyHook and the SkyHook in action, see here>>>

How do I get a SkyHook RSL on my gear?

For owners of a Vector 3 Parachute system, the SkyHook can be retrofitted however it needs to be sent to the factory do so. The other alternative for those wanting to use this system is to buy a brand new rig. The following manufacturers have the SkyHook RSL available as an option on new gear:

  • United Parachute Technologies (UPT), manufacturers of the Vector 3 Micron & M-Series as well as the Sigma tandem and Vector SE student systems.  The SkyHook RSL is available on all new UPT containers.
  • Sun Path Manufacturing, manufacturers of the Javelin Odyssey and Javelin Student Odyssey.  The SkyHook RSL is available on all new Sun Path containers.
  • Aerodyne Research, manufacturers of the Icon Sport and Icon Student rigs.  The SkyHook RSL is currently only available on new Icon Student containers however they are planned for release on the Icon Sport later this year.

Territory Rel Week 2009

Well it’s been and gone but will definitely not be forgotten! It was a privilege for Way Cool to be a part of such a fantastic boogie. With over 170 registrations as well as a large number of non skydivers at the Drop Zone for the Boogie, it was a great atmosphere and vibe around for the duration. There was plenty happening with tube jumps, inflatable jumps, B-Rels, AFF and much more.  Fiona and Stretch made the most of the people and the planes with constant Star Crests and Formation loads all week. 18(I think!) skydivers completed their first wingsuit flight under the guidance of Hayden and the Atmonauti jumps definitely seemed to be the flavour of the boogie, much to the delight of load organisers Dingo and Pony! There was even a 32 way formation load Atmonauti for a new Sky Surfer record!!!
After hours, the beer (and otherwise) was flowing as people watched the excellent day tapes and got up to all sorts of after hours antics, though as we know, what happens at the boogie stays at the boogie!!!
It was great to see a wide range of jumpers win our sponsorship prizes which varied from stubby coolers and goggles to a free Way Cool lens and a discounted PD canopy! For those of you who did win Way Cool prizes, we would love to hear back about what you thought of them and how you’ve put them to use (pictures are welcome!) Contact us at reception@waycool.com.au

VHS clearout!

Way Cool are clearing out all remaining VHS stock. For $20.00 each, grab one (or more) of these classic skydiving videos before they are all gone for good!
Find them on our website here!


 Testimonials

"Just wanted to let you guys know...got my glove, totally stoked with it!
Greg, QLD"

"That would have to be the fastest canopy I have ever received .When you said a week I just did not believe you. Sorry mate.
Mick, WA"


Events

October 17-18 2009: 4W4E–Plus! A great chance to meet other skydivers and hone those freefall skills.
January 16-17 2010: Way Cool League in conjunction with Relworkers Unlimited
Relworkers website


Tips for selling/buying used gear:

Did you know that if you are buying or selling second hand parts the following items should always stay together:

  • Canopies
    • Canopies consist of: Links, lines and slider. Do not sell your risers or bag, bridle and pilot chute with your canopy.
  • Containers
    • A complete package that should include: Container, reserve free bag/pilot chute, deployment handles, main risers, main bridle/pilot chute, main bag and RSL.
    • Notes: The free bag and main bag size is matched to the container not the canopies, and it is a good idea to keep the reserve canopy and the container together because they are usually purchased new together and have a similar manufacture date and correct sizing compatibility.
  • AAD
    • If you're not jumping and own a Cypres, it's a good idea to sell it. These sell easily on the second hand market and devalue by the month. Other AADs don't devalue rapidly because they don't have a limited service life.
  • Want help selling your gear?
    • We offer consignment service that is a great way to get you gear out of a cupboard and into the air where it belongs. See a demo listing >>. It also gets some cash into your pocket!!! We also buy used gear if you want fast cash... See more >> You can also list your gear for free on our forum. You are automatically a member of our forum when subscribed to our website system. See forum >>

 

FYI

Our fully secure online ordering system allows real time transmission of credit card and order details.

This means that all orders received by 5.30pm AEST can be processed the same day! You will usually get your items the next day!


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