Bolero 6 user manual
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suitable harness attachment and release mechanism. Always use an approved tow system
and quali�ed tow operator.
NOTE: Make sure your wing is overhead at the start of your tow. Be careful not to
over-control the wing as it reacts dierently to control inputs when on tow.
Towing requires special training and special regulations must be observed. These are:
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The pilot must have completed the appropriate training and hold a licence.
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The winch and release must have a certi�cate of compliance which covers the towing
of paragliders.
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The winch operator must have undertaken training which includes the towing of
paragliders.
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The Bolero 6 may not be towed with a towline tension of more than 90 daN.
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The paraglider must not under any circumstances be towed by motor vehicle or
motor boat etc if you do not have the appropriate towing equipment and a suitable
winch operator.
WARNING: The most common cause of stall on winch is releasing the A-risers too early
while the glider is rising. The pilot should ensure that the canopy is above him before the
“start” command is given.
Any changes to direction using the brakes should not be carried out until the canopy is
already above the pilot, as too much brake can cause the glider to fall down again or be
towed in a non-yable condition.
Attaching the towline release system
The optimal attachment point for the towline release should be as close as possible to the
system’s centre of gravity. On a paraglider the ideal attachment point is level with the harness
attachment point or directly on the risers. It is not essential to use a suitable tow adaptor, but it
is recommended as it provides the pilot with greater safety during the towing phase.
Gin Gliders oퟍ�ers a safe, lightweight and easy tow release system, “Towing bridle”. It
attaches to the main carabiner and engages the speed system to enhance takeoퟍ� safety and
climb performance. It is a two piece tow bridle for use with front mount reserves – with a
three ring release. The bridle utilizes a straight pin which is preferred for reverse in�ation style
launches as the odds of a premature release are greatly reduced over curved pin systems.
If a webbing release system is used, there is an increased risk of lockout. This means that
the glider does not �y towards the winch and control pressure by the pilot is not suퟆ�cient to
correct this. You should therefore check regularly the position and alignment of the glider to
the pilot during towing, as the towing rope hangpoint located well in front of the pilot
encourages the glider to turn, and this may not be detected.
WARNING: If you are using a front-mounted reserve system, it is important to ensure
before rst launch that it can be deployed without any obstruction. If this is not the case,
then only a webbing release system should be used.
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