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  • Page 2 pilot manual v1.0, 27/03/2015...
  • Page 3 Photo: J. Maupoint...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Thank you... Warning About Gin Gliders Introducing the Carrera+ Before you fly Flying the Carrera+ Care and maintenance Final words... Technical specification Line plan Riser diagram Materials Brake line knot diagram...

  • Page 5: Thank You

    Thank you..for choosing Gin Gliders. We are confident you’ll enjoy many rewarding experiences in the air with your GIN Carrera+. This manual contains important safety, performance and maintenance information. Read it before your first flight, keep it for reference, and please pass it on to the new owner if you ever re-sell your paraglider.

  • Page 6: Warning

    Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition that can occur while paragliding, this manual makes no representation about the safe use of the paraglider under all conditions. Neither Gin Gliders nor the seller of GIN equipment can guarantee, or be held responsible for, the safety of yourself or anyone else.

  • Page 7: About Gin Gliders

    About Gin Gliders Dream In forming Gin Gliders, designer and competition pilot Gin Seok Song had one simple dream: to make the best possible paragliding equipment that pilots all over the world would love to fly— whatever their ambitions. At Gin Gliders, we bring together consultant aerodynamists, world cup pilots, engineers and paragliding school instructors, all with one goal: creating better paragliders.

  • Page 8: Introducing The Carrera

    Introducing the Carrera+ The Carrera+ is a performance wing that offers sporty handling and real-world performance in TIP: To fly the Carrera+, you should be a highly accessible package. thoroughly familiar with active flying and The Carrera+ is suitable for a wide range of pilots; from improving, ambitious pilots with a recovery techniques.

  • Page 9: Before You Fly

    Brake lines interval. GIN test pilots have carefully tuned the brake line lengths during testing, and there should be WARNING: If you fly with wraps, be no need to change them. We generally suggest flying with wraps (a turn of brake line around the sure to release them in any extreme hand).
  • Page 10 Rucksack GIN gliders are delivered with a rucksack, designed to carry all your equipment in comfort. If you have any particular requirements, a wide range of optional rucksacks and reversible harnesses are also available. Please see our website or ask your dealer for details.
  • Page 11 Weight range TIP: Check your total flying weight by Be sure to fly your glider within the certified weight range given in the Technical Specification standing on weighing scales with all your section. Due to EPT technology, the Carrera+ flies well at any wing loading within this weight equipment packed into your rucksack.

  • Page 12: Flying The Carrera

    Flying the Carrera+ General warnings and advice TIP: Practice inflating your glider and Before flying with your paraglider, check the following: making short flights on a training Are you in good physical and mental condition? hill. Are you familiar and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations in your area? Are you within the certified weight range of your paraglider? Do you have the necessary valid insurance cover (e.g.
  • Page 13 Preparation for launch TIP: Always follow a consistent method Check the condition of your paraglider and other flying equipment before every flight. of preparation and pre-flight checks Lay out your wing on its top surface in an arc. Make sure that the centre of the wing is higher each time you fly.
  • Page 14 Is the airspace and visibility clear? TIP: If the glider comes up slightly Launching off-centre, make small corrections by The Carrera+ has smooth and progressive inflation characteristics with no tendency to hang moving towards the lower side. back or shoot forwards. TIP: In stronger winds, be prepared Forward launch (nil to light winds) to take a couple of steps towards the...
  • Page 15 in your harness by sliding your legs forward, ready to make contact with the ground. TIP: the Carrera+ has good basic Make your final approach as straight as possible. Fly at around trim speed (keep just enough speed, good glide and excellent energy tension on the brakes to keep contact with the wing, a little more tension in turbulent air).
  • Page 16 In-flight characteristics TIP: During your first few flights, Normal flight familiarize yourself with your glider’s “Trim speed” (brakes fully released) is the best glide speed in still air. speed range and corresponding brake Minimum sink speed on the Carrera+ is achieved by light braking. In a normal flying position positions and pressures.
  • Page 17 Active flying TIP: The further in front of you the Practice active flying to eliminate collapses in all but the most turbulent conditions. glider pitches, the larger the brake input Keep tension on the brakes approximately equal to the weight of your arms. This allows you to required, but for a shorter duration.
  • Page 18 Rapid descent techniques WARNING: Uncontrolled re-openings Learn and practice the techniques in this section under qualified supervision. Big ears and after rapid descent techniques, spiral dives are generally the most common methods of descent. Big ears can achieve a moderate collapses, extreme manoeuvres or rate of descent with the advantage of forward speed and manoeuvrability.
  • Page 19 To exit the spiral, check your weight is centred (or slightly towards the outside) and WARNING: The high G-forces experienced progressively release the inside brake. As the glider starts to exit the spiral, you may also choose in steep or prolonged spirals may to reduce the pendulum moment by briefly re-applying the inside brake.
  • Page 20 Incidents in flight CAUTION: After a large collapse, an Asymmetric collapses instinctive reaction to the body falling Use active flying techniques to virtually eliminate collapses in normal flying conditions. is to attempt to hold something. This Nevertheless, if you do get a collapse, stabilize your weight in your harness and do not allow can result in the pilot unintentionally yourself to fall to the collapsed side.
  • Page 21 experience to perform this manoeuvre safely. Rear riser steering If, for any reason, you are unable to use the brakes to steer the glider, you can also use the rear risers. Take care to use only small inputs. Pulling the rear risers too hard may cause a stall. Flying with a wet paraglider Never fly with a wet paraglider or in the rain.
  • Page 22 Other modes of flight WARNING: Be sure to perform any SIV / Safety training simulated collapses correctly. In Perform any SIV / safety training with care. Due to the advanced design features of the particular, full speed asymmetric paraglider, collapses incorrectly induced by the pilot may have more significant consequences collapses performed incorrectly than collapses which may occur in the course of normal flight (due to to turbulence etc.).
  • Page 23 Make sure you have appropriate tow training and use a suitable harness attachment and release mechanism. Always use an approved tow system and qualified tow operator. Paramotoring Details of GIN wings suitable for motorized flight can be found in the paramotoring section of our website.

  • Page 24: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance Appropriate care and maintenance is essential both for your safety in flight and to extend the life of your glider. Excessive wear is caused by careless groundhandling, packing or storage; exposure to excessive humidity, heat, salt or chemicals; and insects or small animals. General care tips Don’t groundhandle or take-off on abrasive surfaces.
  • Page 25 Pack your glider so that the plastic rods lie as flat as possible on each another and there is no unnecessary bending or twisting of the rods. Fasten any straps or bands by pulling gently—do not overtighten. We recommend the use of the GIN concertina bag. Please ask your dealer for details or refer to our website.
  • Page 26 Gin Gliders for the practical lifetime of the product. Equipment damaged through wear and tear, misuse or neglect may be repaired at a nominal charge. If you have any problems with your equipment, please contact your GIN dealer in the first instance, or Gin Gliders directly via our website.
  • Page 27 by miminmizing your impact on the environment. When visiting an area, contact the local club for details of environmentally senstive areas and local restrictions. When your paraglider eventually reaches the end of its useful life, dispose of it with consideration and follow any local regulations.

  • Page 28: Final Words

    There is no substitute for self-responsibility and good judgement. In the end, paragliding offers a unique opportunity to learn to take control of your own destiny. Memento mori, carpe diem! Fly safely, and...E N J O Y! GIN team...

  • Page 29: Technical Specification

    Technical specification Size Flat surface area (m 21.58 23.50 25.50 27.60 30.01 Aspect ratio Cell number Glider weight Weight in flight (kg) 65-85 75-95 85-105 95-120 110-135 EN/LTF...

  • Page 30: Line Plan

    Line plan Main A1 Main A2 Main A3 Mid A1 Mid A2 Mid A3 Mid A4 L/Mid A1 Main B1 L/Mid A2 Main B2 Mid A5 Mid A6 Main B3 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 Mid A7 Mid B2 Mid B1 A7 A8 L/Mid B1...

  • Page 31: Riser Diagram

    Riser diagram...

  • Page 32: Materials

    Materials Canopy fabric Top surface Porcher Skytex 38 universal Bottom surface Porcher Skytex 38 universal Ribs Porcher Skytex 9017 E29A Lines main/middle/upper Liros PPSL 120, 200, Edelrid 8000- 050, 070, 090, 130, 190 brake Liros PPSL275 Riser COUSIN Technora and Polyester 12mm Maillons Stainless steel 3.85Ø...

  • Page 33: Brake Line Knot Diagram

    Brake line knot diagram...
  • Page 34 Dream. Touch. Believe. www.gingliders.com...

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