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- Page 1 User manual Hike & Cruise V 17.05.2023...
- Page 2 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Index Introduction How to adjust the speed system? Rapid descent techniques About manual Pre-flight check Big Ears Start Paraglider description and purpose B-Stall Turns What have you bought Spiral dive Flying with speed-system Technical data Paraglider care Speed modes Materials Packing and storage...
- Page 3 Note: Dudek Paragliders warns that paraglider. due to the constant process of development the actual paraglider • You may only fly a paraglider when may differ slightly from the one...
- Page 4 Our dreams of creating the lightest, To learn more about the paraglider, visit available to most pilots, double-skin our website: dudek.eu paraglider in the world, resulted in a wing of exceptional construction and functional properties.
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Page 5: What Have You Bought
HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL What have you bought • transport bag (with your canopy ▪ paraglider passport with inside). entered date of purchase and valid technical inspection • the paraglider itself (canopy, lines (please check serial and risers). number with the sticker on wing tip). -
Page 6: Technical Data
8,64 9,21 Rozpiętość w rzucie [m] 8,03 8,64 9,21 Aspect Ratio (flat) 5,60 file on the page of a wing, available on our website www.dudek.eu Wydłużenie w rozłożeniu 5,60 Aspect Ratio (projected) 4,06 Wydłużenie w rzucie 4,06 Speed [km/h] Trim = 37; max = 48 + - 2km/h Prędkość... - Page 7 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Paraglider design Canopy and lines Hike&Criuse paraglider produced in new technology, utilizing capabilities of precise laser cutter. All stages of the production process take place as our Polish plant under closes upervision of the designer himself thus ensuring highest European quality.
- Page 8 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Risers For the Hike&Cruise we have chosen three-way risers. For quick and easy recognition in emergency, some of the risers are distinguished with coloured covers as follows: • A - red (used for launching), • B - black (used for B-stall), •...
- Page 9 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Brake handles Attaching the handles above factory markings will cause constant braking of Brake handles are attached to the the paraglider, possibly cause of an steering lines at an optimal point, accident. Overly loose setting of the guaranteeing safe effective...
- Page 10 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Available systems and technologies The latest technologies, systems and In this manual, we have only covered own ideas were used to design the most important ones. You can learn Hike&Cruise. more about others Technologies section of our website. 3-to-1 3-to-1 technology Auto Cleaing Slots...
- Page 11 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL 3-to-1 During development and testing years, it was found that in addition to achieving This new concept intends to improve the original design goals, the specific the airflow on the canopy surface, stress distribution for a canopy built in especially in areas that are most crucial the 3-to-1 system has a significant for generating lift, while maintaining a...
- Page 12 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Speed system NFC chip Hike&Cruise is as standard equipped The paraglider has a chip installed with a speed system. It consists of a under the data plate, thanks to which cord sewn into the A riser, leading you will get immediate access to our through two pulleys and finished with a system using an NFC-enabled phone.
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Page 13: Before First Use
HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Before first use What harness? canopy 6 kg + pilot 87 kg = ca. 100 kg. In fact your actual take-off weight can You can use any certified harness be umpteen kilograms bigger. Most which has its hangpoints at 40-45 often we forget the clothing, electronics, centimeters from the seatplate.The backpacks, sometimes even such basic... - Page 14 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Caution: Make sure that both cords Caution: Ill-adjusted speed system on the speed bar are equal, as even renders the certification invalid! slight difference result constant, inadvertent turning of the paraglider.
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Page 15: Pre-Flight Check
HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Pre-flight check Having chosen a place to launch • it is very important to check that no accordingly to the terrain as well as lines are looped around the canopy. wind speed and direction clear it of any The so-called ”line-over”... - Page 16 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Start Turns Launches on Hike&Cruise are executed Important! Use C-risers, not brakes, Hike&Cruise is an agile wing, with Caution: when entering a turbulent using standard techniques, as with to deflate the wing. Do it with the smooth reactions to all pilot’s actions.
- Page 17 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Flying with speed-system When flying into head wind, through • Do not use speed system during sink, or during long transitions between extreme manoeuvres! If the canopy thermals it is advisable (for the sake of does collapse when accelerated, best glide angle) to increase speed, as release the speed bar immediately long as conditions are not too turbulent.
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Page 18: Speed Modes
HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Speed modes A. Neutral risers position B. Full speed • Slowest speed, • Increased speed, • Minimum sink. • Increased sink. • Launch configuration. Risers length*: Risers length*: A: 520 A: 420 A: 400 A’: 315 B: 520 B: 455 C: 520... - Page 19 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Landing Just make sure that last turn into the Caution: Strong wind landings wind is done with sufficient altitude. At hardly require braking, if at all! Use about 1 meter over ground flare out by C-risers to deflate the canopy after gently braking both sides.
- Page 20 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Other flying modes Winching released, so that angle of attack does • the winch with all gear should be in Tandem flights not increase above safe level. good condition and specialized for Our paraglider has been successfully Hike&Cruise is not certified for tandem paraglider winching, tested for foot launching by winch.
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Page 21: Extreme Manoeuvres
HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Extreme manoeuvres Caution: Extreme flying manoeuvres instant pilot’s reaction is advised – a • after big ears execution, engage the Important: In case of any doubts you should only be carried out during measured braking at the right moment speed system. -
Page 22: Rapid Descent Techniques
HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Rapid descent techniques Big Ears until the tips unfold. For the sake of On quick and symmetrical releasing B- Caution: Never spirals lines the airflow will be reinstated and wingovers with big ears pulled. safety (the possibility of a parachutal Collapsing the paraglider's outer cells stall)it is reasonable to engage speed the wing will surge forward, returning to... -
Page 23: Paraglider Care
HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Paraglider care Packing and storage protect your wing against moisture and UV rays. • Hike&Cruise design incorporates modern technologies, including • Never pack or store the glider when nylon lines in the leading edge. wet, as it significantly shortens life of That’s why the paraglider should be the fabric.Remember that the wing carefully... - Page 24 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Deterioration - a few tips damage the ribs, sewing and surface cloth (including coating damage). • The paraglider is made mainly of Nylon - a fabric which, like any other • Keep the paraglider clean, since synthetic material, deteriorates...
- Page 25 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL • Since salt crystals can weaken the comes first). suspension lines even after rinsing in A paraglider can be officially inspected fresh water, you should replace the only by the manufacturer or a dealer lines with new ones immediately (authorised to do so).
- Page 26 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Lining scheme The rigging scheme itself is published Thanks to abovementioned device and is required to fix the loop. The only Note: Accordance of all suspension on the next page, while tables of line proper procedures, final tolerance of exception is the main steering line and steering lines as well as risers lengths you will find in attachments to...
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Page 27: Warranty And Aerocasco
• damage caused by chemicals or salt costs with an AeroCasco insurance. water, Guarantees • damage caused by improper use, Dudek Paragliders guarantees free of • damage caused emergency charge repairs in case of damages situations, caused by the material or production: •... - Page 28 Remember to include the AeroCasco user or a third party. Since costs of such confirmation when send repairs can be considerable, Dudek paraglider for inspection. Paragliding offers AeroCasco insurance. It offers a one time repair of...
- Page 29 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL • damages caused by chemicals, Caution: AeroCasco is not available for all paragliders (check before • salt water or force majeure. purchase). It can be purchased only for privately used paragliders. Caution:The additional inspection does not extend the validity of the full inspection.
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Page 30: Environmental Care
If you are not able to dispose of the environment preservation by following paraglider properly, DUDEK some simple rules. Make sure you are Paragliders will do that for you.Just not harming nature in places where we send your paraglider to the address can fly. - Page 31 HIKE&CRUISE \ USER MANUAL Join our community By purchasing our gear you've become Do not forget to label everything you an important part of Dudek Paragliders publish social media with family! #dudekparagliders! Share your experiences with the entire community and stay current with new...
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Page 32: Manufacturer's Data
Dudek Paragliders Centralna 2U Manufacturer's data 86-031 Osielsko, Poland tel. (+48) 52 324 17 40 www.dudek.eu info@dudek.eu Designed in Europe Made in Europe...
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