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In the B-stall, a stall is provoked and the paraglider sinks vertically with a sink rate of approx.
8 m/s. The B-stall is suitable when there is an average ascent rate and little wind.
To enter a B-stall, grasp both of the B-risers on the mallions at the coloured mark. Pull both
B-risers evenly down until the air fl ow is broken and the wing goes completely into vertical
descent fl ight mode. The B-risers should then be held in this position to ensure a gentle descent.
Pull down the B-risers only until there is no air fl ow. If they are pulled down any further, the
glider could go into a horseshoe. Check before and during the B-stall that the airspace beneath
you is clear.
For recovery return the B-risers quickly and evenly into their normal position. The glider may go
into a deep stall if they are released too slowly or into a negative spin if not released
symmetrically. If you enter a deep stall, increase the speed by using the speed system or by
pulling the A-risers forward.
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Big ears are the simplest method for rapid descent and have a sink rate of 3-5m/s. The
advantage of big ears is that the glider continues to fl y straight, meaning that a danger area can
be avoided. It is even possible to land using big ears, for example on a top-landing to
compensate for the updraft.
The wing-loading increases by the reduction in the wing’s surface area, the wing becomes
more stable against collapses in turbulence. Nevertheless, the air resistance of the wing also
increases, and it fl ies more slowly and closer to the stall limit. To counter this and to increase the
effectiveness of the sink, the speed bar is generally also used in combination with big ears.
Start the “big ears” manoeuvre by pulling both outer A-lines downwards. This should fold down
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ciently large part of the wing tips that the pilot does not then have to counteract the
tendency to reopen. If the surface area which tucks under is too small (“ears” fl apping, high
holding forces), re-open the ears and then pull down and hold the A-lines a little more fi rmly.
The brake lines are held steady and the pilot uses weight-shift to steer the paraglider. You can
now descend safely on the stable middle part of the wing. The brakes must not be shortened
during the manoeuvre, e.g. by wrapping the brake line. Do not use the brakes unless you intend
to exit big ears.
Once in big ears, you can increase your sink rate and forward speed by applying the speed
bar. Always apply the speed bar after entering big ears, never before.
To exit big ears, release both A lines at the same time. Apply brake progressively one side at a
time to help re-in fl ation. Be careful not brake too deeply on both sides at the same time as this
could cause a stall.
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