Skycoaster

Flight cables are made 5⁄16 inches (7.9 mm) galvanized steel, which supports 9,800 pounds (4,445 kg), or stainless steel, which supports 9,000 pounds (4,080 kg). However, the maximum weight for a flight is 850 pounds (386 kg), mainly due to the winch.
The 3-ring release system used on the Skycoaster is the same as that used on parachutes.
The flight suits worn are similar to hang gliding suits, and are made by a parachute company to support weight up to 10,000 pounds (4,500 kg).