Niviuk ICEPEAK 3 22, User Manual

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capacity to resist the G forces increases and you will learn to fully appreciate 
and understand the manoeuvre. always practice this manoeuvre when flying 
at high altitude.
To start the manoeuvre, first lean your bodyweight and pull the brake line to 
the side to which you are leaning. You can regulate the intensity of the turn 
by applying a little outside brake. a paraglider flying at its maximum turn 
speed can reach –20 m/s, equivalent 70 km/h vertical speed and stabilize in 
a spiral dive from 15 m/s onwards.
These are the reasons why you should be familiar with the manoeuvre and 
know how to carry out the exit methods. To exit this manoeuvre you must 
progressively release the inside brake and also momentarily apply outside 
brake. Whilst doing this you must also lean your bodyweight towards the 
outside. This exit manoeuvre must to be carried out gradually and with 
smooth movements so you can feel the pressure and speed changes at the 
same time. on exiting this manoeuvre the glider will rock briefly with a lateral 
surge, the intensity will depend on how the manoeuvre has been carried out.
Practice these movements at sufficient altitude and in moderation
We recommend not using this technique often because this will age your 
glider and lines prematurely.

5.4  THe WeATHer TeCHNIQUe 

This technique is the most simple descent technique, allowing your glider to 
remain in normal flight without forcing the structure. Locate the metrological 
descend zone (sinking air) and turn in it as you would do for ascending. 

6. SPECIAL METHODS

6.1 TOWING

The iCePeaK 3 does not experience any problem whilst being towed. only 
qualified personnel should handle the qualified equipment to carry out this 
operation. The wing has to be inflated in the same way as in normal flight.

6.2 ACrOBATIC FlIGHT

although the iCePeaK 3 has been tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme 
situations, it Has noT been designed for acrobatic flight and we Do noT 
reCoMMenD THe Use oF THis GLiDer for that use. We consider acrobatic 
flight to be a form of piloting that is different to normal flight. To learn safely how 
to master acrobatic manoeuvres you should attend lessons, which are carried 
out and supervised by a qualified instructor over water. extreme manoeuvres 
take you and your wing to centrifugal forces that can reach 4 to 5g. Materials 
will wear more quickly than in normal flight. if you do a lot of extreme 
manoeuvres we recommend a line check at least every 6 months. 

7. FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS

The iCePeaK 3 has a very complex leading edge, manufactured using a 
variety of different materials. For that reason and to extend the useful life 
of your paraglider, the use of a correct folding method is very important 
The iCePeaK 3 has been designed using Flexirods not only on the leading 
edge but also with Flexirods on the profile, inside the glider. because of this 
care must be taken when packing and folding the glider. The most efficient 
way to ensure the Flexirods remain damage free is to carefully “concertina” 
the Flexirods together and fold in no more than 3 sections, taking care not 
to bend or twist the leading edge Flexirods. Then loosely secure with the 
compression strap and place everything within glider bag supplied.
if you do not intend to fly for more than a week we would advise you to unfold 
your glider and store it straight, to keep the Flexirods in shape. 

8. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

8.1 MAINTeNANCe

Careful maintenance of your equipment will ensure continued performance. 
The fabric and the lines do not need to be washed, if they become dirty, 
clean them gently with a soft damp cloth. if your wing becomes wet with salty