Gin Gliders Bolero 6 L, User Manual

Page 1: ...Bolero 6 User manual v1 0 June 2017...

Page 2: ...else Many countries have speci c regulations or laws regarding speed ying paragliding activity It s your responsibility to know and observe the regulations of the region where you y Gin Gliders reserv...

Page 3: ...et all EN LTF safety and regulatory requirements These requirements also include the need to familiarise yourself with this user manual and the information and instructions regarding safety equipment...

Page 4: ...ion 11 Operating limitations 11 Glider categories and guidelines 12 EN LTF certi cation 12 Description of ight characteristics 12 Target group and recommended ying experience 12 Description of pilot s...

Page 5: ...Material stress 25 Canopy Collapses 26 Asymmetric collapses 26 Cravat glider wrapped around lines 26 Symmetric collapses Front stall 27 Types of stall 27 Deep stall parachuting stable stall 28 Full st...

Page 6: ...rs to the glider 37 GIN quality and service 37 Dimensions illustrations technical and EN LTF data 38 Introducing the Bolero 6 38 Delivery 38 Manufacturing 38 Overall illustration 39 Technical data 39...

Page 7: ...nt at the centre of everything we do At our purpose built R D workshop at head o ce in Korea we are able to design manufacture test y and modify prototypes all in a matter of hours Our international R...

Page 8: ...the paraglider 2 Inspection Information General instructions and guidance on carrying out the regular inspection of paragliders 3 Glider details Pilot details proof of ownership and inspections and re...

Page 9: ...d the areas in which we y Keep to marked trails take your rubbish away with you refrain from making unnecessary noise and respect the sensitive biological equilibrium of nature Consideration for natur...

Page 10: ...orts equipment and must not under any circumstances be own without a valid certi cation Independent experimentation is strictly prohibited This Manual does not replace the need to attend training at a...

Page 11: ...shall be no liability on the part of third parties in particular the manufacturer and the dealer Liability and warranty exclusion In terms of the warranty and guarantee conditions the paraglider may...

Page 12: ...n in individual parameters can result in ight behaviour which is markedly modi ed and di erent from the description given WARNING The descriptions of ight characteristics contained in this Manual are...

Page 13: ...essive tightening of the chest strap increases stability but also the risk of riser twists following glider collapses It also increases the likelihood of getting collapses due to poor feedback from th...

Page 14: ...s to take o weight pilot incl clothing glider harness and equipment The reactions are quite di erent at the upper or lower weight range If you y at a high wing loading the glider shows dynamic ight be...

Page 15: ...l of care each time carry out the check Once you have arrived at the take o you should rst take a look at the conditions observe wind speed and wind direction airspace turbulence and thermal cycles Ch...

Page 16: ...site airspace and expected weather conditions of the day Is your equipment and choice of site suitable for your level of experience Do you have a suitable helmet gloves boots eyewear and adequate clo...

Page 17: ...eds from approximately 6 m s otherwise the glider may rise above the pilot unintentionally Note During reverse launch and ground handling care should be taken that the brake lines do not rub over the...

Page 18: ...peed weightshift and then apply the brake Once established in the turn regulate your speed and turn radius with weightshift and the outer brake Too much braking increases the sink rate Make your rst t...

Page 19: ...ions arise Rapid descent techniques are divided into three di erent manoeuvres which increase the sink rate in a safe and controllable manner Big ears and spiral dives are generally the most common me...

Page 20: ...cent rates above 10 m s are not recommended WARNING You must immediately deploy your reserve if you lose control of the glider and the sink rate and nd yourself in a stable spiral The high g forces in...

Page 21: ...shortened during the manoeuvre e g by wrapping the brake line Do not use the brakes unless you intend to exit big ears Once in big ears you can increase your sink rate and forward speed by applying th...

Page 22: ...ernal structure Ground handling especially on rough surfaces will accelerate the ageing process of your wing Range of use The Bolero 6 was developed and tested for use solely as a paraglider for foot...

Page 23: ...e glider to fall down again or be towed in a non yable condition Attaching the towline release system The optimal attachment point for the towline release should be as close as possible to the system...

Page 24: ...ed risk of twist Paramotoring The Bolero 6 is not intended for paramotoring Details of GIN wings suitable for motorized ight can be found in the paramotoring section of our website see appendix Tandem...

Page 25: ...nd extreme loading such as spirals and big ears This will prevent accidents and avoid overloading the glider In turbulent conditions always keep enough distance from rock faces and other obstacles Tim...

Page 26: ...e not to apply too much brake too slowly as this may risk a stall Remember that a partly collapsed wing has a reduced surface area and thus a higher stall speed If you get a collapse while in accelera...

Page 27: ...ion of the brakes Take care not to apply too much brake for too long as this may stall the wing In the case of extreme front stalls across the entire wing chord the wing tips may move forward making t...

Page 28: ...ou have landed the glider and the length ofthe lines must be checked You can recognise a deep stall by the glider getting mushy and the air ow around your ears decreasing The glider may also compress...

Page 29: ...y may dive forward on one side and collapse asymmetrically In the case of a longer spin the pilot may release the brakes only at the moment when the glider is in its rotary motion above or in front of...

Page 30: ...u do not attach the adhesive Attaching adhesives to the glider which are large heavy or made of unsuitable material may result in revocation of the certi cation Overloading The glider structure is put...

Page 31: ...nges in ight behaviour The leading edge reinforcements also perform an important function on launch Therefore the less they have been bent the more easily the glider will in ate and launch Figure Pack...

Page 32: ...will be to carry Gin Gliders o ers a wide variety of rucksack sizes and models They are available as an optional extra for pilots that require it Figure Packing the rucksack Storing and transporting t...

Page 33: ...e to bending with small radius Opening your wing in strong winds without rst untangling the lines Don t sit on your rucksack when your glider is packed inside Fabric Care is essential to ensure that t...

Page 34: ...risers Do not walk on the lines after the glider has been spread out and watch out for spectators or skiers who may inadvertently go over the lines When you are packing up the glider be careful to avo...

Page 35: ...in the check sheets The lines have a considerable in uence on ight behaviour Correct line length and symmetry are also important for performance and handling Gin Gliders therefore recommends an inspe...

Page 36: ...nspections should be performed by a quali ed person following a crash or violent landing on the leading edge or if you note a deterioration of performance or behaviour Service and repair shops authori...

Page 37: ...tape provided with your glider Damaged lines should be replaced by your GIN dealer Before tting a replacement line check it for length against its counterpart on the other side of the wing When a line...

Page 38: ...ion makes it easier to identify and sort out lines on the ground The handling of the Bolero 6 strikes the balance needed to optimally develop a pilot s ying instincts The brakes are precise yet forgiv...

Page 39: ...e XXS XS S M L XL Area at m2 22 3 24 2 26 4 28 6 30 9 34 1 Area projected m2 19 41 21 0 22 9 24 8 26 9 29 6 Span at m 10 35 10 78 11 25 11 72 12 19 12 79 Span projected m 8 34 8 69 9 07 9 45 9 82 10 3...

Page 40: ...iser and speed system Riser The specially developed riser for the Bolero 6 allows the pilot to adjust the speed behaviour of the Bolero 6 The split A risers marked in red allow easy take o and big ear...

Page 41: ...g 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...

Page 42: ...vent the lines from slipping and to ensure that they sit in the correct position Brake line adjustment Factory setting The brake lines of the Bolero 6 are set to the length that was used for the EN ce...

Page 43: ...ts of no more than 2 to 3cm and must be tested on a training slope The left and right brakes must be adjusted symmetrically If the brakes are shortened care must be taken that the paraglider is not sl...

Page 44: ...Bolero 6 user manual ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Line layout Page 44...

Page 45: ...edge Lower surface trailing edge Ribs Dominico 30DMF 41 g m2 water repellent Dominico 20DMF 34 g m2 water repellent Dominico 30DMF 41 g m2 water repellent Porcher Skytex 40 g m2 water repellent Myung...

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