If you're jumping a rig that's yours or being rented by you, it's really your responsibility to make sure you know how to look after it properly. How many checks are too many?

Buying your first rig can be a daunting task with a huge amount of information to absorb and far too many people ready to take advantage of a keen new jumper with the "perfect first rig". This guide gives the basic advice and we'd recommend then speaking to as many experienced people as possible about your specific needs.