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To exit the manoeuvre, simultaneously release both risers, the wing will then
slightly surge forward and then automatically return to normal flight. It is better
to let go of the lines quickly rather than slowly. This is an easy manoeuvre
but you must remember that the wing stops flying, it loses all horizontal
movement and its reactions are very different compared to normal flight.
This manoeuvre is difficult with the TAKOO 2, without the help of the
passenger.
5.3 SPIRAL DIVE
This is a more effective way for rapidly losing height. You have to know that,
the wing can gain a lot of speed and the increase in g’s will be substantial.
This can cause a loss of orientation and consciousness (blackouts). These
are the reasons why it is best to carry out this manoeuvre gradually so your
capacity to resist the g forces increases and you will learn to fully appreciate
and understand the manoeuvre. Always practice this manoeuvre when flying
at high altitude.
To start the manoeuvre, first lean your bodyweight and pull the brake line to
the side to which you are leaning. You can regulate the intensity of the turn
by applying a little outside brake.
A paraglider flying at its maximum turn speed can reach –20 m/s, equivalent
70 km/h vertical speed and stabilize in a spiral dive from 15 m/s onwards.
These are the reasons why you should be familiar with and know how to carry
out the exit methods.
To exit this manoeuvre you must progressively release the inside brake and
also momentarily apply outside brake. Whilst doing this you must also lean
your bodyweight towards the outside. This exit manoeuvre has to be carried
out gradually and with smooth movements so you can feel the pressure and
speed changes at the same time.
The after effect of the exit manoeuvre is that the glider will rock briefly with
lateral surge, depending on how the manoeuvre has been carried out.
Practice these movements at sufficient altitude and with moderation.
6. SPECIAL METHODS
6.1 TOWING
The TAKOO 2 does not experience any problem when being towed. Only
qualified personnel should handle the qualified equipment to carry out this
operation. The wing has to be inflated in the same way as in normal flight.
6.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT
Although the TAKOO 2 has been tested by expert acrobatic pilots in extreme
situations, it HAS NOT been designed for acrobatic flight and we DO NOT
recommend continued use in this type of flight. Acrobatic flight is the
youngest discipline in free flight. We consider acrobatic flight to be any form
of piloting that is different to normal flight. To learn safely how to master
acrobatic manoeuvres you should attend lessons which are carried out by a
qualified instructor and over water. Extreme manoeuvres take you and your
wing to centrifugal forces that can reach 4 to 5 g.
Materials will wear more quickly than in normal flight. If you do practice
extreme manoeuvres we strongly recommend that you submit your wing to a
line revision every months or maximum 100 hours.
7. FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS
The TAKOO 2 has a complex leading and trailing edge, manufactured using
a variety of different materials. For that reason, the use of a correct folding
method is very important for extending the useful life of your paraglider. It
should be folded like an accordion, with the leading edge reinforcements flat
