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Take off:
The ALPHA 2 is suited to forward and reverse inflations. Lay the canopy out so as to maintain
its elliptical form at the leading edge. Hold the risers below the large quick link then advance
until the suspension lines are under light tension. Position yourself in a central position relative
to the canopy. At the start of take off, gently accelerate and guide the risers until the canopy is
above the head, without either pulling down or pushing the risers exessively forward.
The canopy rises progressively without any «hard point». The canopy will cease to rise if not
guided by the risers. The ALPHA 2 inflates easily and rises without any overshooting.
Normal flight:
The ALPHA 2 achieves «best glide» with brakes in the hands up position. Lightly applying
brakes will reduce the sink rate. When flying through turbulence the application of a small
amount of brake will increase stability.
Turns:
The ALPHA 2 possesses very comfortable brake pressure. It will respond to brake application
in an immediate and proportional manner to the amount of brake applied.
To familiarise with this make your first turns in a gradual and progressive manner. To make
the most efficient turns in thermal conditions, having found the core of the thermal we
advise you to fly with approx 30% brakes and to control the radius of your circle with the inside
brake; it is unnecessary to release the outside brake.
The ADVANCE harness helps give the ALPHA 2 its good stability, however, it also permits
weight shifting due to the triangulation system of the thigh straps. Weight shifting can be used
to tighten the turn of the ALPHA 2.
Flying with the speed system:
The ALPHA 2 has a flat polar curve. This gives very good glide performance at high speeds.
Remember though that the accelerated glider is more unstable. Collapses during accelerated
flight occur with more energy and impulse. When flying through turbulent air with the speed
bar on, first release the speed bar then apply the required amount of brake to keep the glider
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under control.