Reserve repacking
Care for your reserve
Inspection, repacking and installation for the moment you hope never comes.
The reserve pictured was repacked by BTC in 2023 and later deployed during an SIV course.
Reserve care
Why repacking matters
A packed reserve can become compressed or trap moisture, sand or grit, which can damage the fabric and components. During repacks, we regularly find everything from compressed or damp-smelling reserves to perished elastic bands.
A fresh repack gives us the opportunity to inspect the complete system and check that your reserve is correctly packed and installed. It also offers peace of mind on long cross-country flights or during your SIV course.
Repack intervals
When should my reserve be repacked?
At BTC, we recommend repacking your reserve at least once a year, or better still, every six months. Always follow the repacking interval specified by your reserve’s manufacturer.
If your reserve becomes damp or wet, don’t leave it packed. It should be aired immediately and repacked only when completely dry, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Contact us if you’re unsure what to do.
Clear pricing
Repack prices
- Round or square reserve
- £65.00
- Larger or more technical reserves
- £75.00
Contact us to discuss your reserve, harness installation and arrangements for your repack.
Arrange a repackFrom deployment to installation
BTC Repack Process
- Check reserve deployment
- Check the reserve’s date of manufacture
- Hang and air the reserve
- Visually inspect the canopy
- Visually inspect the lines, bridle and deployment container
- Repack to the manufacturer’s specifications
- Refit the reserve to the harness and recheck deployment
- Issue a repack certificate
