Weight range
The weight ranges of the different wing sizes are given in the section
«Technical Data». The figures there represent total in-flight weights. This
includes the pilot’s body weight, plus clothes, as well as the weight of
all the equipment ( glider, reserve, harness, instruments etc. ).
Flying at the lower or upper weight limits can have an effect on the
paraglider’s flying characteristics and handling, without affecting the
pilot’s safety. Glide performance remains the same over the whole
weight range, but climbing performance will be altered – lighter means
better climbing in easy conditions.
When the EPSILON 8 is flown in its upper weight area, the higher wing
loading produces a higher trim speed, and a more dynamic and agile
flying character.
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The EPSILON 8 has a weight range that has been extend-
ed above the recommended region, but still keeps its EN/LTF B
certification; the upper limit of the EN/LTF B classification lies
around 10 kg above the standard weight range for the sizes 23
and 25 and 15 kg above the standard weight range for the sizes
27 and 29. When the EPSILON 8 is flown in its upper weight
region, the higher wingloading produces a higher trim speed,
and a more dynamic and agile flying character. The fact that the
EPSILON 8 keeps its EN/LTF B rating at the higher wing loadings
confirms its high degree of passive safety
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