Dudek Nucleon WRC, User Manual

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3.2.1 TAKE-OFF
In case of classic launch we recommend that after laying out the wing all
lines be taut, eliminating excessive play. The Nucleon is pulled up with A
risers only. It is best done with closed trimmers (slow setting), in case of
stronger wind you can free the trims a bit. Applying steady and equal pressure
on both A risers move forward. The wing practically does not overshoot, so
the front collapses that otherwise happen quite often at launches are rarely
seen with Nucleon. Instead it kind of waits for you to catch up with it.
In case of reverse launch we also recommend trimmers to be set as
described above. Due to lack of overshooting the take-off is easy, pilot has
only to brake slightly before his turn. Reverse launches can be executed
without any problems even in weak wind (1,5 m/s).
CAUTION During take-off it is important to keep the risers under
pressure until almost airborne. Reflex profile used has an inherent
tendency to increase the angle of attack. In effect, Nucleon can behind
the pilot when not pulled up appropriately.
3.2.2 FLIGHT
The increased speed range of Nucleon may demand some attention in flight.
Nevertheless, once you have mastered these additional assets, flying will
become pure fun. Good handling will let you make best use of thermals, and
increased speed on transitions means that your presence in sinking air will be
shorter. To avoid stalls when braking with slow trims setting (red area), their
movement is restricted by the tape sewing (Note: it is possible to push the
sewn tape through the buckle with both hands to replace it, but normal
operation range is restricted by said place).
When the trims are fully opened (blue area) the wing becomes faster and
stiffer, increasing its stability even more. The brake forces increase too, as
well as the brake travel to the stall point. The radius and bank angle in turns
grow proportionately to the growing brake forces. When the are set fast (or
fully opened) and the wing is not flown near the ground, a switch to ALC
steering is strongly recommended - especially in the rough air.
ALC system can be used in all speed system & trim configurations, also in
combination with main steering handles.
Speed system use
Full application of the speed system increases flight speed by some 30%. In
contrast to most paragliders it does not decrease wing stability, in fact the
Nucleon seems to counter the turbulences even better.
Still, if you meet some serious trouble, it is advisable to release the speedbar.
With application of the speed system the brake forces increase, and brake
effectiveness decreases considerably.
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