Basic Flight Techniques; Pre Flight Check List; Practice Flights; Take-Off Check List - Ozone addict Betriebshandbuch

between sizes the following information may help you make a
decision as to which size to buy:
If you want better speed, precise handling, if you generally fly in
mountains and/or in strong conditions, you should chose to fly in the
top part of the weight range.
If you want a better sink rate, if you generally fly in flat lands and/or
in weak conditions, you may choose to fly in the bottom part of the
weight range. Remember, you can always add ballast for when
conditions are stronger.

BASIC FLIGHT TECHNIQUES

To familiarize yourself with the glider it is a good idea to perform
practice inflations and ground handling. For pilots already
accustomed to performance wings you should have no difficulties
flying the Addict for the first time in suitable conditions that you
would normally fly in. For those pilots moving up a level (eg from a
DHV 1-2) then we recommend that first flights should be in smooth
conditions on a familiar site and with your normal harness to get
accustomed to your new wing.
Lay out the Addict on its top surface in a pronounced arc, with the
centre of the wing higher than the tips. Lay out the lines one side at
a time. Hold up the risers and starting with the brake lines, pull all
lines clear. Repeat with the D, C, B and A lines, laying the checked
lines on top of the previous set, and making sure no lines are
tangled, knotted or snagged. Mirror the process on the other side.
1. Check reserve parachute - pin in and handle secure
2. Helmet on and fastened
3. All harness buckles closed - check leg-loops again
4. Karabiners and maillons tight
5. Holding the A's and your brake handles
6. Leading edge open
7. Aligned directly into wind
8. Airspace and visibility clear
Your Addict will launch with either the forward or reverse techniques.
Whilst inflating your wing, you should hold both of the A risers (main
A and baby A) on each side. Once clipped in, and you have gone
through the take-off check list (above), stand central to the wing to
ensure an even and progressive inflation.
When the wind is favourable, move forward positively: your lines
should become tight within one or two steps. The Addict will
immediately start to inflate. You should maintain a constant pressure
on the risers until the wing is overhead.
Don't pull down or push the risers forward excessively, or the leading
edge will deform and possibly collapse making taking-off more
difficult and potentially dangerous.
Move smoothly throughout the entire launch, there is no need to rush
or snatch at it. You should have plenty of time to look up and check
your canopy before committing yourself.
Once you are happy that the Addict is inflated correctly, accelerate
smoothly off the launch.
Lay out your Addict as you would for the forward launch. However,
this time turn to face the wing, passing one entire set of risers over
your head as you turn. Now you can pull the Addict by its A-risers.
Once the wing is overhead, brake it gently, turn and launch.
In stronger winds, be prepared to take a few steps towards the glider
as it inflates. This will take some of the energy out of the glider and
it will be less likely to overfly you. This reverse-launch technique can
be used in surprisingly light winds too.
Practice ground handling a lot! It's great fun, and will give you a
much better feel for your Addict's flight characteristics. It will also
improve your overall enjoyment of flying by making your launches
easier.