5. Flight
5.1. Straight flight / Speed
In the hands-up position in calm air, your glider will be stable in pitch and roll and achieve its best glide
speed. By applying the brakes approximately chest level, the “minimum sink” rate will be found. (Be
aware of measurements if you have adjusted your brake line length.)
These pictures are only as a rough guide but you will quickly find your own point.
0% Brakes
Best glide speed
Hands fully up level
25% Brakes
Sink rate is reduced
Hands level with ears
30-40% Brakes
Best sink rate
Controlled slow speed
Hands level with chest
100% Brakes
Fast sink rate
Wind noise reduces
Hands level of stomach
Imminent stall danger
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