In Flight Characteristics - Ozone Rush 4 Betriebshandbuch

5. Holding the A's and your brake handles
6. Leading edge open
7. Aligned directly into wind
8. Airspace and visibility clear
Launching
Your Rush 4 will launch with either the forward or reverse techniques.
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Forward Launch Nil to Light winds
When the wind is favourable, whilst gently holding the A risers move
forward positively, your lines should become tight within one or two
steps and the Rush 4 will immediately start to inflate. You should
maintain a constant pressure on the risers until the wing is over-
head. Do not 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 Rush 4 is inflated correctly, accelerate smoothly off the
launch.
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Reverse Launch Light to Strong Winds
Lay out your wing as you would for the forward launch. However, this
time turn to face it, passing one entire set of risers over your head
as you turn. Now you can inflate the glider with the A-risers. Once
the wing is overhead, release the risers, brake gently if necessary,
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.
IMPORTANT: Never take off with a glider that is not fully
inflated or if you are not in control of the pitch/roll of your
wing.
Practice ground handling as much as possible! Not only is it great
fun, but it will give you a much better feel for your wing's flight
characteristics. It will also improve your overall enjoyment of flying by
giving you the feeling of control and making your launches easier and
less stressful.

In Flight Characteristics

The Rush 4 shows no unusual flying characteristics, consequently it
is suitable for a very wide range of pilot. Turns are smooth and co-
ordinated, whilst on glide it remains solid and well pressured through-
out the accelerated speed range as it has a very high resistance to
both collapses and stalls.
Speed to Fly
Flying at trim speed (hands-up), the Rush 4 will achieve its 'best
glide' speed for still air. You should fly at this speed when gliding
downwind or when the air is not excessively sinking.
For better penetration in headwinds and improved glide perform-
ance in sinking air, crosswinds or headwinds, you should fly faster
than trim speed by using the accelerator system. Using up to half
bar does not degrade the glide angle or stability significantly and
will improve your flying performance. You will reach the next thermal
faster and higher. At full speed the Rush 4 is stable; however we
recommend that you do not fly at full speed close to the ground or in
turbulent air.
By applying the brakes approximately 30cm, the Rush 4 will achieve
its Minimum-Sink rate; this is the speed for best climb and is the
speed to use for thermalling and ridge soaring.
Turning
To familiarize yourself with the Rush 4 your first turns should be
gradual and progressive.
To make efficient and coordinated turns with the Rush 4 first look
in the direction you want to go, then lean into it. Your first input for
directional change should be weight-shift, followed by the smooth
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