Rapid Descents - Advance Epsilon 6 Betriebshandbuch

Rapid descents

For quick and efficient ways of getting down the ADVANCE test team
recommend big ears (with or without speed bar) or the spiral dive –
the choice depends on the situation.
Tip: Fast descents should be practised now and then in quiet
conditions – so they won't become emergencies when you
need them.
Symmetrical collapsing of the wingtips (Big ears)
The EPSILON 6 has split A-risers to make big ears easy (Big ears-
system with Quick Snap).
To apply big ears pull both outer A-risers quickly down together. The
wingtips will fold in, and can be easily held in this position. To reopen
them just let the risers go, and the internal wing pressure will make
the wingtips open by themselves.
The sink rate can be increased by applying speed bar. Depending on
the situation the glider can be steered using weight shift.
Caution: Do not fly spirals or aggressive changes of direction
while flying with big ears: the increased wing loading carried
by fewer lines can damage the glider.
Caution: Be aware that flying with big ears can encourage
deep stall. Don't do big ears with a wet glider. Also see sec-
tion «Flying with a wet paraglider».
Tip: If you want to come down as fast as possible, and fly
away from an area of danger at the same time, we recom-
mend the following method: apply big ears and accelerate
the glider to suit the conditions.
Spiral dive
For the most comfortable way of doing this we recommend a neutral
sitting position without active weight shift, and a shoulder-width cara-
biner distance (approx 45 cm).
Enter the spiral by progressively pulling one brake. Your head and
field of view should be directed in the turn direction. As the angle of
bank increases so will the rate of turn and centrifugal force.
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