Which Harness; Flight; Pre-Flight Check - Dudek FreeWay User Manual

Speed system activation diminishes your paraglider's angle of attack, so that
its airspeed is increased. Yet simultaneously canopy becomes less stable -
that's why you should avoid using speedsystem in turbulent conditions,
close to the ground or near other airspace users!
Do not use speed system in any extreme manoeuvres! If the canopy does
collapse, release the speed bar immediately and correct the situation as
usual.

WHICH HARNESS?

You can use any certified harness with hang point between 35 cm and 49
cm from the seat (the safest distance being 40 cm). Width between
carabiners should remain between 37 cm and 45 cm.
Please note that any modification of seat/hang point distance changes the
position of the brakes in relation to the pilot's body. You must remember that
in each configuration the effect of your hands' movement will be different.
Caution! Too tight cross straps can dramatically affect the handling, so
tightening them actually may not contribute to higher safety. Have
them tightened just the correct amount.

3. FLIGHT

PRE-FLIGHT CHECK

A thorough pre-flight check is essential for any aircraft; the Dudek
FREEWAY is no exception.
Having unpacked and laid out the paraglider, following checks must be
made:
Canopy, lines and risers condition. Do not launch if the slightest
damage is noticed,
Paraglider should be arranged in such a way that the centre section A
lines (gold risers) will strain earlier that the outer ones. This ensures
easy and symmetrical launch.
Central cells have to be laid out carefully, with leading edge even and
pre-tensioned.
All lines and risers should be separated. Make sure they are not
tangled and pay special attention to the A-lines, which should run free
from the A (gold) to the canopy.
It is equally important to untangle the brake lines so that they will not
catch anything on the ground during launch. They must be firmly
attached to brake handles and run freely through pulleys to the trailing
edge.
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