Boomerang 12 user manual
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The winch operator must have undertaken training which includes the towing of paragliders.
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The Boomerang 12 may not be towed with more than the permissible towline tension.
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The paraglider must not under any circumstances be towed by motor vehicle or motor boat
etc if you do not have the appropriate towing equipment and a suitable winch operator.
The optimal attachment point for the towline release should be as close as possible to the system’s
centre of gravity. On a paraglider the ideal attachment point is level with the harness attachment point
or directly on the risers. It is not essential to use a suitable tow adaptor, but it is recommended as it
provides the pilot with greater safety during the towing phase.
Gin Gliders offers a safe, lightweight and easy tow release system, “Towing bridle”. It attaches to the
main carabiner and engages the speed system to enhance takeoff safety and climb performance. It is
a two piece tow bridle for use with front mount reserves – with a three ring release. The bridle utilizes
a straight pin which is preferred for reverse in
fl
ation style launches as the odds of a premature release
are greatly reduced over curved pin systems.
If a webbing release system is used, there is an increased risk of lockout. This means that the glider
does not
fl
y towards the winch and control pressure by the pilot is not su
ffi
cient to correct this. You
should therefore regularly check the position and alignment of the glider to the pilot during towing, as
the towing rope hangpoint located well in front of the pilot encourages the glider to turn, and this may
not be detected.
If you have taken off with a knot in the lines, you should wait until you have enough height and
distance from other pilots before you attempt to loosen the knot. Control with weight-shift and gently
brake the opposite side before attempting to open the knotted side by pulling on the brake line. Make
sure you don’t
fl
y too slowly and stall or spin the paraglider. If the knot does not open, land safely as
soon as possible.
In-
fl
ight characteristics
“Trim speed” (brakes fully released) is the best glide speed in still air. The brake lines are used to
adjust the speed according to the
fl
ight situation in order to ensure optimum performance and safety.
Minimum sink speed on the Boomerang 12 is achieved by light braking. In a normal
fl
ying position
(knees parallel to the ground and your body slightly reclined), your hands should be holding the
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