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when packing size is critical, or the pack is
being transported by air.
It is important, especially when there is a
long trek involved, that the backpack is
adjusted for maximum comfort. The
following advice should be considered
when packing.
Adjustment of the back pack
When fully loaded, all compression straps
should be tightened to secure the load in
the pack. All carrying straps should be set
fully loose and the pack then put on your
back. The hip belt should be fastened and
tightened to rest approximately in the
middle of the hip. Any slack should be
taken out of the shoulder straps, and the
chest strap should be done up. The load
control straps at the shoulders and hips
can now be tightened to achieve the
desired stability.
Packing tips
Packing the UP paraglider rucksack
correctly will make it a pleasure to carry. A
couple of easy tips can help you get it
right. Failing to follow these tips will
adversely affect your carrying comfort.
The centre of gravity of the load should be
as close to the vertical centre axis of the
carrier, while also being situated as high
on the back as possible. This allows for a
vertical
posture
and
minimises
the
leverage of the load against the natural
posture of the carrier. It also helps by
reducing the oscillations of the load while
walking.
The drawing shows the ideal load
distribution in the UP rucksack. Loaded
like this the carrying comfort will be
optimal. Start by placing the heaviest
items close to the shoulder blades, with
lighter items over and under this region.
The lightest items should be placed
the furthest from your back.
Do not fasten any objects to the
exterior of the rucksack, as these are
unprotected against theft and can also
get caught on protruding points when
entering or exiting lifts, cars or buses.
Illustration 4:
Ideal load distribution
in the UP rucksack
Before the first
flight
The UP Trango XC³ is delivered with a
rucksack, parasleeve, repair materials
and this manual. The manual may also
be downloaded from the UP website.
Every Trango XC³ delivered has been
