Gin beetle tandem glider Mode D'emploi page 17

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Light or Nil Wind Launch
The Beetle inflates steadily in nil wind conditions. Simply guide the glider with the A-risers,
keeping your arms bent and hands at the level of the shoulders. Allow your arms to rise in an
arc and wait for the glider to inflate and come above your head – do not push the risers. There
is no need to pull the risers hard. Run positively as the glider comes above your head. Be sure
to look up and check that the canopy is fully inflated and there are no tangles in the lines
before you take off. If there is any irregularity and you are not yet airborne, abort the launch
immediately by stalling the glider. On steep launches, stall one side of the glider and run
parallel to the hill.
If the glider should come up sideways, and the situation is recoverable, run towards the lower
side rather than trying to struggle against the force.
An impulse launch (where you start running with slack lines close to the glider) is not needed.
Opening the trimmers in nil wind launches is helpful.
Strong Wind Launch
The reverse launch method is recommended, although the forward launch method is possible.
For a reverse launch hold the brakes then turn around to face the wing, passing one set of risers
over your head as you turn. The passenger always has to look in the direction of the take off.
We suggest building a "wall" by partially inflating your glider on the ground, thus sorting lines
out thoroughly. Check the airspace is clear around you and gently pull the glider up with the A
risers. When the glider is overhead, check it gently with the brakes, turn and launch. In stronger
winds, be prepared to take a couple of steps towards the glider as it inflates and rises.
Line knots or tangles
If you do take off with a line knot or tangle, try to get clear of the ground and any traffic before
taking corrective action. Weightshift and/or counterbrake to the opposite side and pump the
knotted side with your brake. Be careful not to fly too slowly to avoid a stall or spin. If the knot
or tangle is too tight to pump it out, immediately fly to the landing zone and land safely.
Min Sink / best glide
The minimum sink speed is achieved by pulling approximately 30 cm of brake. The theoretical
best glide speed in calm air is realized at the hands-off position.
Accelerated flight
The trimmers will help you to improve your glide in headwinds and give you better penetration
in strong winds. Open the trimmers to increase speed and close them (normal position) to fly at
normal speed.
Avoid flying with open trimmers very close to the ground or in turbulence. The wing will react
more aggressively after a collapse when flown with the trimmers open.
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