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- Page 1 Version 1.00 May 2023 EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Straight Flight ............... 10 Turning ................11 Active piloting .............. 11 Thermalling ..............11 Speed System ............... 12 Rapid descent procedures ........13 Landing ................15 Recovery Techniques ............16 Stalls .................. 16 Spins .................. 17 EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... - Page 3 Brake Ranges and Accelerator Travel ....29 Line Plan ................30 Line Lengths ..............31 Service Booklet ..............38 Test Flight Record ............38 Services Record ............39 Owners Record .............. 40 Closing Words ..............42 EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 4: Welcome
Solo paraglider | EN / LTF B Welcome Welcome to Bruce Goldsmith Design! BGD is a world leader in the design and production of paragliders. For many years Bruce Goldsmith and his team have been developing products with world-beating performance for pilots who want the best. -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Introduction Limitations The EPIC FREESTYLE is a solo paraglider. It is not designed for flying tandem. It is suitable for towing and for paramotor use. A paramotor riser set with trimmers can be purchased from the BGD online shop. We recommended that a professional should mount the new riser set. -
Page 6: Weight Range
Any modifications to your glider, e.g. changing the line lengths or the speed system, can cause a loss of airworthiness and certification. We recommend that you contact your dealer or BGD directly before making any kind of modifications. Brake line lengths The length of the brake lines is set at the factory so that the trailing edge is not deformed at all when brakes are not applied. - Page 7 Introduction karabiners) must be: • 38cm for pilots under 50kg • 42cm for pilots from 50-80kg • 46cm for pilots above 80kg EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 8: Preparation / Pre-Flight Checks
Preparation / Pre-Flight Checks Connecting the speedbar The EPIC FREESTYLE comes with accelerator risers and can be flown with or without a speedbar attached. When attaching the speedbar, follow the instructions in your harness manual to ensure correct routing of the lines. - Page 9 5. Before getting in to the harness you should be wearing a good helmet. Check the parachute container is correctly closed and the handle is secure. Put on the harness ensuring all the buckles are fastened and that it is well adjusted for comfort. Your paraglider is now ready for flight. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 10: Flight Characteristics
Launch The EPIC FREESTYLE is easy to inflate in light or stronger winds and will quickly rise overhead to the flying position. It can be launched using either forward (best for light winds) or reverse (best for stronger winds) launch techniques. -
Page 11: Turning
To attain the best climb rate your wing should be thermalled using a mild turn, as described above, keeping banking to a minimum. In strong thermals a tighter banking turn can be used to stay closer to the thermal´s core. Remember EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 12: Speed System
2. The speed increase is achieved by reducing the angle of attack, which means the canopy has slightly more collapse tendency.Take care when flying fast in rough or turbulent conditions as deflations are more likely to occur at speed. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 13: Rapid Descent Procedures
Before using Big Ears in earnest you should practise with plenty of ground clearance in case a leading-edge collapse occurs. Always keep hold of both brakes in order to retain control. Putting your hands through the brake handles so EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... - Page 14 To pull out of a steep spiral dive, release the applied brake gradually and/or apply opposite brake gradually. A sharp release of the brake can cause the glider to surge and dive as the wing converts speed to lift. Always be ready to EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 15: Landing
The glider will collapse very quickly using this method. After landing, the B-risers can also be used to collapse the canopy, although it is more difficult to control the collapsed canopy on the ground with the B-risers. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 16: Recovery Techniques
Recovery from deep stall is quite simple: The normal method is to simply initiate a mild turn. As the canopy starts to turn it will automatically revert to normal flight, but it is very important not to turn too fast as this could induce a spin. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 17: Spins
Make sure that you pull all four A-risers at the same time, two risers in each hand (make sure to include the baby-A risers). The glider will automatically recover on its own from this situation in around EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 18: Asymmetric Collapse
Loss of brakes In the unlikely event of a brake line snapping in flight or a handle becoming detached, the glider can be flown by gently pulling the rear risers for directional control. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 19: Maintenance
The paraglider can either be packed in the classic way or the Concertina method can be used. Concertina packing helps to prolong the life of the paraglider, therefore BGD recommends using a Concertina packing bag. With a standard inner pack Sort the lines and place them on the spread-out canopy. -
Page 20: Small Repairs
Lines Releasing loops on the rear lines All BGD gliders are rigged from new with loops on the maillons of the C lines (and D lines if any) plus the stabi line. The loops can be released to compensate for any shrinkage of the back lines as the glider gets older. - Page 21 Sheathed line Microlines have internal reinforcing at one end, which is marked with yellow thread. Unsheathed line: yellow thread The non-reinforced end of a microline is marked with white thread. Unsheathed line: white thread EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
- Page 22 Lines should be placed symmetrically on the tab, except where the tab is inclined. The A tabs are inclined backwards on all BGD gliders to align with the direction of pull of the line. So when assembling the lines, the A tab should be angled back, and the B, C and D tabs should be perpendicular to the undersurface of the wing.
- Page 23 Looped junction – incorrect Interlocked junction – correct Looped junction – incorrect After rigging the wing, always do a full dimensional check of the lines, and inflate it to ensure that everything is correct before flying. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 24: Servicing / Inspection
Our sport takes place in the natural environment, and we should do everything to preserve our environment. A glider is basically made of nylon, synthetic fibres and metal. At the end of your paraglider’s life, please remove all metal parts and put the different materials in an appropriate waste/recycling plant. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 25: Technical Data
Middle lines: DSL 110 Lower lines: TSL 190/280 Brakes: DSL70 Spare parts can be obtained directly from BGD or though our network of registered BGD repair shops. Click the ‘location’ icon at www.flybgd.com EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 26: Specifications
Projected span (m) 8.02 8.39 8.75 9.07 9.40 In-flight weight range (kg) 50-65 60-80 75-95 90-110 105-125 Trim speed (km/h) Top speed (km/h) Min sink (m/s) Best glide Certification EN/LTF-B EN/LTF-B EN/LTF-B EN/LTF-B EN/LTF-B EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 27: Overview Of Glider Parts
Technical data Overview of Glider Parts Leading edge Trailing edge Cell openings Top lines Middle lines Lower lines Brake lines Risers Harness EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 28: Risers
Technical data Risers Baby-A or ‘big ears’ riser Brake-line pulley Snaplock brake keeper Accelerator system Riser hook-in loop Karabiner The riser set does not have trimmers, or any other adjustable or removable device. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 29: Brake Ranges And Accelerator Travel
Brake range Brake range min weight Max weight 12cm > 55cm > 55cm 14cm > 55cm > 60cm 14cm > 55cm > 60cm 14cm > 60cm > 65cm 14cm > 65cm > 65cm EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 30: Line Plan
Technical data Line Plan EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 31: Line Lengths
The difference in line lengths between the manual and the sample may be no more than 10mm. The measured lengths are in the appendix. EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... - Page 32 7159 7160 7282 7065 6897 6892 7021 7351 7072 7106 7250 7017 6806 6835 6988 7301 7068 7117 7256 6943 6800 6846 6994 7225 6726 6729 6818 6883 6418 6418 6506 7162 EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
- Page 33 1122 1219 r 11 2159 2699 r 12.5 1889 1066 r 14 3502 4326 4597 r 16 1697 r 17.5 r 19 2440 4286 1109 1112 1191 r 20.5 has loop on maillon EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
- Page 34 1175 1312 r 11 2288 2778 r 12.5 1979 1116 r 14 3700 4553 4846 r 16 1776 r 17.5 r 19 2582 4508 1157 1162 1248 r 20.5 has loop on maillon EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
- Page 35 1224 1329 r 11 2408 2902 r 12.5 2061 1162 r 14 3873 4757 5066 r 16 1850 r 17.5 r 19 2713 4714 1216 1215 1298 r 20.5 has loop on maillon EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
- Page 36 11 2517 2966 r 12.5 2135 1205 1027 r 14 4036 4967 5280 r 16 1919 1013 r 17.5 r 19 2834 4942 1254 1257 1346 r 20.5 has loop on maillon EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
- Page 37 11 2632 3100 r 12.5 2215 1249 1063 r 14 1002 4208 5169 5487 r 16 1989 1049 r 17.5 r 19 2960 5121 1307 1306 1395 r 20.5 has loop on maillon EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 38: Service Booklet
Service booklet Service Booklet Test Flight Record Model Size Serial Number Colour Date of test flight Company signature and stamp EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 39: Services Record
Type of Service Type of Service Notes Notes Service No 5 Service No 6 Date Stamp / Signature Date Stamp / Signature flights flights Type of Service Type of Service Notes Notes EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... -
Page 40: Owners Record
Owner Record Owners Record Pilot No 1 First name Family name Street City Post code Country Telephone Email: EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023... - Page 41 Service booklet Pilot No 2 First name Family name Street City Post code Country Telephone Email: EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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Page 42: Closing Words
We recommend that you fly with a standard harness with back protection and a reserve parachute. Always use good equipment and an approved helmet. See you in the sky! BGD GmbH Am Gewerbepark 11, 9413 St. Gertraud, Austria Tel: +43 (0) 4352 20477 e-mail: sales@flybgd.com www.flybgd.com EPIC FREESTYLE manual EN v1.00 May 2023...
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