Niviuk LINK 2, User Manual

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encountered may be significantly higher and during landing that speed
must be decreased as safely as possible. This can be achieved by
fully closing the trimmers and proportionately applying the brakes. If
necessary, as the pilot reaches the ground a longer run off should also
be carried out. When landing in moderate wind conditions, the ground
speed is reduced so a simple and progressive application of the brakes
will be enough for a perfect landing.
Landing with open or half open trimmers is possible, but it will be
necessary to balance the application of the brakes to the position of the
trimmers and the forward ground speed being experienced. Of course,
open trimmers and an increase in forward ground speed when landing
may require a larger landing area as opposed to when the trimmers are
closed. The LINK very efficiently transforms forward speed into lift and
inherently allows a wide margin for error either with or without wind.
3.7 PACKING
The LINK 2 has a complex leading edge, manufactured using a variety
of different materials and it must be packed carefully. A correct folding
method is very important to extend the useful life of your paraglider.
It should be concertina-packed, with the leading edge reinforcements flat
and the flexible rods stacked one on top of the other. This method will
keep the profile in its original shape and protect the integrity of the wing
over time. Make sure the reinforcements are not bent or folded. It should
not be folded too tightly to avoid damage to the cloth and/or lines.
At Niviuk we have designed the NKare Bag, a bag designed to assist you
with rapid packing which helps maintain the integrity of the leading edge
and its internal structures in perfect condition.
The NKare Bag guides you through the folding process, allowing you to
concertina pack the wing with each rod on top of the other and then fold
the wing as required. This folding system ensures that both the fabric and
the reinforcements of the internal structure are kept in perfect condition.
4. IN FLIGHT
It is important to point out that the appropriate response to each adverse
manoeuvre can vary from size to size; even within the same size at
maximum or minimum load the behaviour and reactions of the wing may
vary.
To become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, we
recommend practising within the auspices of a licensed training outfit
4.1 FLYING IN TURBULENCE
The LINK 2 has an excellent profile to deal with incidents; it is very
stable in all conditions and has a high degree of passive safety, even in
turbulent conditions. All paragliders must be piloted for the prevailing
conditions and the pilot is the ultimate safety factor.
We recommend active flying in turbulent conditions, always taking
measures to maintain control of the wing, preventing it from collapsing
and restoring the speed required by the wing after each correction.
Do not correct the glider (braking) for too long in case this provokes a
stall. If you have to take corrective action, make the input then re-
establish the correct flying speed.
4.2 POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS
To become familiar with the manoeuvres described below, we
recommend practising within the environment of a licensed training outfit.
You must adapt your use of the brakes depending on the wing-loading
and avoid over-steering.
It is important to note that the type of reaction to a manoeuvre can vary