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Page 2: ...ng of our motto The importance of small details This is the user manual and we recommend you read it carefully The NIVIUK Team USER MANUAL NIVIUK GLIDERS SKIN 2 This manual provides you with the necessary information on the main characteristics of your new paraglider Whilst it provides information on the wing it cannot be viewed as an instructional handbook and does not offer the training required...

Page 3: ... LIST 8 3 5 WING INFLATION CONTROL AND TAKE OFF 8 3 6 LANDING 8 3 7 PACKING 9 4 IN FLIGHT 9 4 1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE 9 4 2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS 9 4 3 ACCELERATED FLIGHT 11 4 4 FLYING WITHOUT BRAKE LINES 11 4 5 LINE KNOT S IN FLIGHT 11 5 LOSING ALTITUDE 11 5 1 EARS 11 5 2 3B2 TECHNIQUE 12 5 3 B LINE STALL 12 5 4 SPIRAL DIVE 13 5 5 SLOW DESCENT TECHNIQUE 13 6 SPECIAL METHODS 13 6 1 TOWING 13 6 2 ...

Page 4: ...inimum load the behaviour and reactions of the wing may vary For further information on the flight test and the corresponding certification number please see the final pages of this manual 1 3 IN FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR Niviuk developed the SKIN 2 by adopting very specific goals to continue to achieve optimum performance while minimising weight and volume in order to achieve an easily transportable wing ...

Page 5: ...s computer to fabric cutting the operation does not allow for even a millimetre of error The cutting of each wing component is performed by a rigorous extremely meticulous automated computer laser cutting robotic arm This program also paints the guideline markers and numbers on each individual fabric piece thus avoiding errors during this delicate process The jigsaw puzzle assembly is made easier ...

Page 6: ...the wing to the correct side and helps prevent pre flight errors Correctly connect the risers to the carabiners ensuring that the lines are correctly ordered and free of twists Check that the carabiners are properly fastened and securely locked 2 4 HARNESS TYPE The SKIN 2 can be flown with all current harness types We recommend the setting the chest strap to the distance specified in the certifica...

Page 7: ...sibility of the pilot to decide how much to accelerate at any given moment It is important to remember that the speed bar is not the only method to accelerate the wing Care should be taken when the following elements interact with each other Speed bar Trimmers Brakes The speed bar may be used at the same time as the trimmers The pilot must note and assess the increase in wind speed and turbulence ...

Page 8: ... any one time Bear in mind that the trimmer is not the only speed variation system Care should be taken when the following elements interact with each other Speed bar Trimmers Brakes The pilot must note and assess the increase in wind speed and turbulence and decide the most safe action to take The trimmers serve to modify the speed of the wing The trimmer system is set by the pilot i e it does no...

Page 9: ...d conform to the length stipulated during certification However they can be changed to suit the pilot s flying style It is advisable to fly with the original setting for a period of time to get used to the actual behaviour of the SKIN 2 In case it is necessary to modify the brake length loosen the knot slide the line through the brake handle to the desired point and re tighten the knot firmly Only...

Page 10: ...nds the SKIN 2 is especially easy to control using this launch technique Winds of 25 to 30 km h are considered strong for paragliding Correctly setting up the wing on the ground before take off is especially important Choose an appropriate location facing the wind Position the paraglider in a crescent configuration to facilitate inflation A clean wing layout will ensure a trouble free take off 3 6...

Page 11: ...e of SKIN 2 s profile stability strong turbulent air may cause the wing to collapse asymmetrically in very strong turbulence especially if the pilot is unable to fly actively and prevent the collapse In this case the glider conveys a loss of pressure through the brake lines and the harness To prevent the collapse from happening pull the brake handle corresponding to the affected side of the wing I...

Page 12: ...f way point of the total the brake travel The wing will then surge violently forward and could reach a point below the pilot It is most important to maintain brake pressure until the glider has returned to its default overhead flying position To resume normal flight conditions progressively and symmetrically release the brake line tension to regain air speed When the wing reaches the overhead posi...

Page 13: ... the landing approach and the D risers will have to be pulled symmetrically all the way down shortly before contact with the ground This braking method is not as effective as using the brake lines and hence the wing will land with a higher ground speed 4 5 LINE KNOT S IN FLIGHT The best way to avoid knots and tangles is to thoroughly inspect the lines as part of a systematic pre flight check If a ...

Page 14: ...a 70 km h vertical descent and will stabilise in a spiral dive from 15 m s onwards Good enough reasons to familiarise yourself with the manoeuvre and understand how to exit it To exit this manoeuvre the inner brake handle down side of the turn must progressively be relaxed while momentarily applying tension to the outer brake handle opposite to the turn The pilot must also weight shift and lean to...

Page 15: ... provides increased performance but this means more care should be taken when using and maintaining the wing Thanks to TNT the wing has more safety and performance but this means being more careful with the material If any Nitinol rod is damaged they are easily replaceable The fabric and the lines do not need to be washed If they become dirty clean them with a soft damp cloth using only water Do n...

Page 16: ...y if there are any differences in the line lengths the wing must be returned to its optimum trim This check and any adjustment must be performed by a qualified professional It is important not to match your lines to another identical wing Your wing may not need any modification 7 4 REPAIRS In the case of small tears you can temporarily repair these by using the Ripstop tape included in the repair ...

Page 17: ...tration specific knowledge and common sense Take care You should learn to paraglide under the auspices of a certified flying school Take out personal insurance and make sure you have all the correct licences Be modest when you evaluate your skill level in terms of weather Niviuk s liability for damages covers only its own products Niviuk can take no responsibility for your actions When flying acce...

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Page 19: ...12 4 12 4 12 FLATTENING 15 15 15 CORD MAXIMUM m 2 11 2 24 2 36 MINIMUM m 0 44 0 46 0 49 AVERAGE m 1 71 1 81 1 9 LINES TOTAL METERS m 383 407 429 HEIGHT m 5 9 6 3 6 6 NUMBER 396 396 396 MAIN 3 4 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 4 3 3 RISERS NUMBER 4 A B C D A B C D A B C D TRIMS YES YES YES ACCELERATOR m m 70 70 70 TOTAL WEIGHT MINIMUM kg 60 70 85 IN FLIGHT MAXIMUM kg 85 90 110 GLIDER WEIGHT kg 2 3 2 5 2 7 CERTIFICAT...

Page 20: ...00 U 50 EDELRID GERMANY UPPER CASCADES 8000 U 70 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES DC 40 LIROS GMHB GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES DC 60 LIROS GMHB GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES 8000 U 50 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES 8000 U 70 EDELRID GERMANY MIDDLE CASCADES TNL 80 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MIDDLE CASCADES TNL 140 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN TNL 80 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN TNL 140 TEIJIM LIMITED JAPAN MAIN TNL 220 ...

Page 21: ...20 10 3 RISERS LAYOUT ...

Page 22: ... 2C3 3 C 2 d7 d8 d9 2D3 2D4 d10 d11 d12 3 D 2 e7 f7 e8 e9 2F3 f8 f9 2E3 2E4 e10 e11 e12 f12 f11 f10 2F4 3 E 2 br5 2BR1 3 B R 1 br6 3BR2 2 B R 4 br8 brmain a13 b13 b14 a14 A 1 3 A 1 5 A14 a15 b15 2A6 2A5 3A3 c13 d13 c14 c15 a16 b16 A 1 6 a17 b17 A 1 7 d14 d15 2C5 c16 c17 c18 2C6 d16 3C3 d18 d17 2D5 2D6 2E6 2E5 b18 a18 A 1 8 2BR5 br9 br10 br11 e13 e14 e15 e16 e17 e18 3E 3 2F5 f13 f14 f15 f16 f17 f18...

Page 23: ...DARD 410 427 5 445 480 ACCELERATED 480 492 5 505 530 TRIM OPEN 410 440 470 530 ACCELERATED TRIM OPEN 70 40 10 50 TOTAL TRAVEL LINES HEIGHT m m A B C D E F br 1 5965 5945 5909 5898 5941 5955 6465 2 5901 5883 5848 5834 5866 5861 6208 3 5891 5839 5797 5789 5834 5891 6111 4 5861 5809 5767 5755 5814 5883 6066 5 5863 5846 5808 5787 5817 5826 5956 6 5911 5895 5855 5832 5855 5870 5939 7 5849 5828 5799 577...

Page 24: ...70 6025 5985 5970 6015 6081 5994 10 6044 6000 5962 5948 5991 6052 5922 11 6025 6015 5986 5966 5988 5991 5909 12 6047 6040 6012 5993 6015 6023 5954 13 5967 5944 5907 5874 5883 5892 14 5859 5839 5802 5777 5786 5787 15 5787 5753 5714 5705 5735 5779 16 5722 5683 5646 5639 5667 5706 17 5651 5641 5615 5598 5609 5610 18 5618 5617 5591 5568 5576 5586 19 5445 5425 5418 5408 5430 20 5380 5389 5389 5416 RISE...

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