Ozone Rush, Pilot'S Manual

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decision as to which size to buy:
If you want better speed, precise handling, if you generally fly in
mountains and/or in strong conditions, you should chose to fly in the
top part of the weight range.
If you want a better sink rate, if you generally fly in flat lands and/or
in weak conditions, you should chose to fly in the bottom part of the
range.
BASIC FLIGHT TECHNIQUES
To familiarise yourself with the glider it is a good idea to perform
practice inflations and small flights on a training hill. This will enable
you to set up your equipment correctly. If in any doubt please get
advice and help from your local dealer or instructor.
Preparation
Lay out the RUSH on its top surface in a pronounced arc, with the
centre of the wing higher than the tips. Lay out the lines one side at
a time. Hold up the risers and starting with the brake lines, pull all
lines clear. Repeat with the C, B and A lines, laying the checked lines
on top of the previous set, and making sure no lines are tangled,
knotted or snagged. Mirror the process on the other side.
Take-off check list:
1. Check reserve parachute - pin in and handle secure
2. Helmet on and fastened
3. All harness buckles closed - check leg-loops again
4. Karabiners and maillons tight
5. Holding the A's and your brake handles
6. Leading edge open
7. Aligned directly into wind
8. Airspace and visibility clear
Launching
Your RUSH will launch with either the forward or reverse techniques.
Whilst inflating your wing, you should hold both of the A risers (main
A and babyA) on each side. Once clipped in, and you have gone
through the take-off check list (above), stand central to the wing to
ensure an even and progressive inflation.
Forward Launch - Nil to Light winds
When the wind is right, move forward, your lines should become tight
within one or two steps. The RUSH will immediately start to inflate.
You should maintain a constant pressure on the risers until the wing
is overhead.
Don't pull down or push the risers forward excessively, or the leading
edge will deform and make taking-off difficult.
Move smoothly throughout the entire launch, there is no need to rush
or snatch at it. You should have plenty of time to look up and check
your canopy before committing yourself.
Once you are happy that the RUSH is inflated correctly, accelerate
smoothly off the launch.
Reverse Launch -Light to Strong Winds
Lay out your RUSH as you would for the forward launch. However,
this time turn to face the wing, passing one entire set of risers over
your head as you turn. Now you can pull the RUSH by it's A-risers.
Once the wing is overhead, brake it gently, turn and launch.
In stronger winds, be prepared to take a few steps towards the glider
as it inflates. This will take some of the energy out of the glider and
it will be less likely to over fly you. This reverse-launch technique can
be used in surprisingly light winds too.
IMPORTANT: Never take off with a glider that is not fully
inflated or if you are not in control of the pitch/roll of your
wing.
Practice ground handling a lot! It's great fun, and will give you a
much better feel for your RUSH's flight characteristics. It will also
improve your overall enjoyment of flying by making your launches
easier.
In Flight Characteristics
The Rush shows no unusual flying characteristics, consequently it is
suitable for a very wide range of pilot. In turns, the RUSH is smooth
and co-ordinated, on glides it remains solid and well pressured, even
through the accelerated speed range. It has a very high resistance to
both collapses and stalls. However, to get the most out of your RUSH
we advise you to consider the following information.
Normal Flight
Flying at 'trim speed' (hands-up), your glider will achieve its 'best
glide' speed. Apply the brakes approximately 30cm to reach the
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