Bolero 6 user manual
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Riser lengths
Riser lengths S -XL [mm]
A
A’
B
C
Length at trim speed
510
510
510
510
Length at full speed
390
390
430
510
Riser lengths XXS -XS [mm]
A
A’
B
C
Length at trim speed
480
480
480
480
Length at full speed
380
380
420
480
Speed System
The Bolero 6 already has a high basic trim speed, but this can be increased considerably by
using the additional speed system. It is particularly useful if there is a strong headwind, for
valley crossings or to leave a dangerous area quickly.
The speed system accelerates the wing by progressively shortening the risers towards the
front. This decreases the canopy’s original angle of attack and the speed of the glider
increases.
The speed system must be correctly �tted and adjusted to ensure it operates smoothly
during �ight. Before �rst launch, the length should be adjusted to suit the pilot and the line
duct should be checked.
The speed bar and the riser are connected by special Brummel hooks. Adjust the length to
the speed system so that your legs are fully stretched when at maximum accelerated �ight
(“pulley-to-pulley” on the riser), otherwise you may experience symptoms of fatigue in long
�ights. You should still be in a comfortable �ight position even when the speed system is used
to its full extent.
You will not be able to use the paraglider’s full potential if the speed system is too long.
Fasten the speed bar to the harness before launch to avoid tripping over it when preparing to
launch or taking oퟍ�.
WARNING: Do not make the speed system too short. The glider must under no
circumstances be pre-accelerated as a result of the adjustment being too short. Problems
(such as collapses or tucks) have a more drastic eect with increased speed than in
unaccelerated ight. It is generally strongly recommended that you do not use the speed
system in turbulent areas and when ying close to the ground, because of the increased
risk of collapse.
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