Niviuk QUBIK 19, User Manual, Page: 12 / 32

DOUBLE STEERING SYSTEM
Double Steering System
The QUBIK has two brake lines: the main brake (conventional brake) and
the High Speed Tip (fixed to a separate handle on the B-riser). The High
Speed Tip gives the pilot the ability to turn without pulling the brakes,
thus avoiding deforming the profile and therefore preventing a decrease
in performance and speed.
High Speed Tip
The High Speed Tip on the QUBIK consists of a line attached to the
wingtip. It enables the pilot to correct the direction easily and accurately
without using the main brake controls and therefore, the performance of
the wing is not affected.
Torque Compensator
The High Speed Tip is a very efficient tool to compensate for the natural
equal and opposite effect caused by engine inertia or torque. This line
can be adjusted or set according to the needs of the pilot.
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 QUBIK 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
from one size of wing to another, and even within the same size the
behaviour and reactions may be different depending on the wing-loading.
In the test report, you will find all the necessary information on how to
handle your new wing during each of the tested manoeuvres. Having this