Take Off And Flying Techniques; Before Take-Off; Take-Off - Flow Paragliders Spectra Manual

TAKE-OFF, FLIGHT, AND FLYING TECHNIQUES
The Spectra should be flown as a normal paraglider. However, there are several points listed below which should help you to familiarize with your
new paraglider quicker.
The Spectra was designed as a foot launchable solo paraglider only. The Spectra may be tow-launched. It is the pilot's responsibility to use suitable
harness attachments and release mechanisms and to ensure that they are correctly trained on the equipment and system employed.

Before take-off

• Check the canopy for rips or tears. Also, inspect the internal structure (ribs, diagonals) and seams.
• Check that the lines are not damaged or tangled.
• Check if the quick links connection between lines to risers are undamaged and tightened.
• Check that the risers are not damaged or twisted.
• Check if the speed system works freely and make sure that the lines are long enough.
• Check that the brake handles are correctly attached and that each line runs freely through the pulley.

Take-off

Lay the paraglider out with the leading edge in a horseshoe shape. Hold the A risers close to the quick links and move forward until the lines get
stretched. You should now be perfectly centred with your wing. With no wind or light headwind, with lines stretched, Spectra inflates rapidly and
rises over your head with some dynamic steps. We recommend that you do not pull risers too forward or down, which could cause a collapse of
the leading edge, but simply follow them until the glider reaches its angle of flight. It is important that the centre of gravity of your body stays in
front of your feet during the inflation of the glider to constantly load the risers. A controlled inflation allows you to check the canopy and lines
during the last phase as it comes up and thus avoids the need to use brakes. Depending on the wind conditions or the slope, an adequate use of
brakes can help you to take-off quicker.
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