3.2 5-point check
We recommend that you carry out the following 5-point check immediately before
launching:
1. Is the canopy arranged in a half moon shape and are all the air-entrances
open?
2. Are all the lines untangled? Are there any lines under the canopy?
3. Check your equipment: harness, carabiners, reserve, helmet. Are the leg
straps done up?
4. Do the wind-direction and strength ensure a safe flight?
5. Are the airspace and launch area clear?
3.3 The first flight
Tip
Carry out your first few flights only during stable weather conditions, and in a familiar
area or on a training slope.
To start with, you should steer gently and carefully so that you can get used to the
reactions of the paraglider while you are not under stress.
Caution! Accident risk!
Do not overestimate yourself! Don't let a paraglider that can easily be maneuvered or
the behaviour of other pilots make you careless.
3.4 Adjusting the main brake lines
Securing
the main
brake lines
The main brake lines must be checked by an expert before the test-flight.
The main brake lines must be fastened so that the mark is visible slightly above the
knot (approx. 5mm).
Correctly installed brake lines have about 10 cm of feed. This is how far you must pull
the brakes down before the trailing edge of the canopy starts to move downwards and
start braking. The manufacturer has pre-set this. It will allow you to steer and launch
the paraglider without any delay.
Correct
adjustment
The length of the brake line is indicated by a mark at its lower end. This mark must be
next to the ring of the brake handle. If you have shorter arms, the length of the brake
lines can be extended in relation to the mark.
Too long
If the brake lines are too long, the paraglider reacts slowly and is difficult to land.
However during the flight you can twist the brake lines around your hands to minimise
this problem. Adjust the brake lines to a suitable length after you have landed.
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