Advance acoustic IOTA2 Manual page 16

Tip: Before takeoff get your canopy into the right shape . Do this
while sorting the lines, by pulling the brake lines in until you have
the perfect curved shape .
Info: You can also use the inner A lines for an IOTA 2 takeoff, but
handling is easier using all the A risers
Takeoff in light wind ( forward takeoff )
The IOTA 2 only needs a moderate pull-up impulse even in a light wind .
It is not necessary to step back and 'run' into the lines . Guide the glider
up with pronounced leaning forward, but without too much of a pull on
the A-risers, until the canopy is overhead . During the pull-up phase any
correcting should only be done by decisive going-under-the-wing, wit-
hout using the brakes . After any necessary correcting and a satisfacto-
ry visual check a few determined steps with good leaning forward will
achieve lift off, even in little wind .
Takeoff in stronger wind ( reverse takeoff )
The reverse takeoff is mainly recommended for stronger winds . During
the pull-up you should walk towards the IOTA 2 as necessary . Turning
round and taking off with the IOTA 2 will then prove to be easy .
Tip: Playing with the glider on flat ground in some wind gives
a good feeling for the wing . You can get to know the IOTA 2's
characteristics very well, and try out takeoffs, stalling, shooting
forward tendency and collapses – while remaining safely on the
ground . The ADVANCE test team have a motto: one hour ground
training is worth 10 high flights . N .B: Ground handling practice
can increase wear on your glider .
Info: The IOTA 2 is very easy to take off . Just as for the forward
takeoff you should also suit your pull-up impulse to the wind and
slope when making a reverse pull-up ( as described in section
"Takeoff" ) . .
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