Ozone XXLite 2, Pilot'S Manual

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YOUR XXLITE 2
EN
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B*Lite Rucksack
Your wing is supplied with the B*Lite rucksack designed specifically for the XXLite 2. It is very light in
weight with the perfect volume for your ultra-light weight equipment. It features an adjustable hip belt and
shoulder straps, ideal for hike and fly.
Brake Lines
The brake line lengths have been set carefully during testing. Do NOT adjust the brake line lengths away
from the certified values.
• Ensure both main brake lines are of equal length.
• If a brake handle has been removed, check that its line is routed through the pulley when it is replaced.
• When the brakes are fully released in flight, the brake lines should be slack. There must be a substantial
bow in them to guarantee no deformation of the trailing edge when accelerated.
Risers
The XXLite 2 has been designed with 2 risers per side. The Amsteel Dyneema risers are lightweight and
practical, they feature Link Lite connectors that replace metal maillons for further weight savings.
The risers feature an accelerator system but do not have trimmers.
Certification
The XXLite 2 uses forked A/B line attachment points at the leading edge which makes it impossible
to induce asymmetric collapses conforming to the requirements of EN certification. However by using
additional collapse lines the side collapse can be performed correctly with EN A recovery behaviour.
Due to the current regulations, the use of collapse lines results in an automatic EN D rating. We believe
however this rating does not reflect the actual behaviour of the wing nor the demands placed on the pilot.
IMPORTANT
In the unlikely
event of a brake line
snapping in flight, or
a handle becoming
detached, the glider
can be flown by
gently pulling the rear
risers (B-risers) for
directional control.
With weight optimization in mind, the XXLite 2 is a no-compromise single surface lightweight mountain wing
designed for serious Hike and Fly pilots. The new improved design offers increased glide performance;
a higher trim speed - with the ability to accelerate the wing with the speed system; higher levels of in air
comfort; better landing characteristics and more cohesive handling compared to the original.
Since developing the original single surface concept, the team have been constantly working on
improvements, creating many prototypes and trying out many conceptual ideas. Our main focus was
to increase the usable speed and performance without compromising on weight, volume or safety. The
XXLite 2 features a unique full-span leading edge ram inflated tube. This provides a solid leading edge
which accepts lower angles of attacks, giving a higher trim speed – now comparable with a normal double
surface wing – and the ability to further accelerate the wing. This increase in speed opens up the safe
flyable window and significantly improves overall performance in real air conditions.
The inflation characteristics are still ridiculously easy, light and easy to get overhead without the need to
take hold of the risers. The take-off speed is still low, so it is easy to leave the ground with just a few steps
and the landing behaviour has been significantly improved, the flare is really effective converting speed into
lift for soft, controlled landings even in zero wind conditions.
The improvements to the design moderates the feedback of the wing, it is more comfortable and confidence
inspiring than the original, absorbing turbulence and air movements in a more controlled manner. It is
however still a special wing for special pilots who can appreciate its characteristics and have the skill
and experience to pilot it. With the entire canopy open to the relative airflow and approximately 5kg of
air missing from “inside” the wing, the XXLite 2 is more than 80% lighter than a normal paraglider of
the same size. Consequently the pilot will experience more of the air as it has so much less inertia as it
moves through variations in the air mass. This heightened “sensitivity” should not be understated, and it is
important that pilots who choose to fly the XXLite 2 are capable of appreciating the feedback that this wing
will provide, and also of evaluating the conditions that are appropriate for flying it.
Available in 2 sizes 16m and 18m and certified EN D*, the low weight and packing volume makes the XXLite
2 the ultimate hike and fly wing. Recommended for experienced hike and fly pilots who are looking to add
a special second (or third) wing to their quiver.
* See certification section