SPICE2
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To provide a better overview and to make sorting easier, the lines
have different colors:
> the AI, AII, AIII-main lines and the A-risers are red.
> the BI, BII, BIII-main lines are yellow.
> the CI, CII, CIII-main lines are blue.
> the main stabilo lines are orange.
> the main brake lines are orange.
The lines are attached with loops to oval shackles and secured with plastic inserts.
The skywalk SPICE2 has 3 risers per side:
> the A-lines lead to the A-riser.
> the B-lines as well as the stabilo lines lead to the B-riser.
> the C-lines lead to the C-riser.
A schematic drawing of the risers can be found at the end of the manual.
5 ACCELERATION SYSTEM
The skywalk SPICE2 can be equipped with a foot-operated acceleration system.
The acceleration system effects the A- and B-risers. Exact lengths of the accelerated
risers can be found at the end of the manual.
SPEED CONTROL
The system allows the pilot to even out turbulence, speed and pitch while flying on speed
bar without having to release the speed bar. A strap connects the C-riser to the pulley on
the B-riser. To use the SPEED CONTROL, grab the C-riser above the strap and pull the ris-
er downward. Only pull so far that the line shackles on the rear riser don’t drop below the
line shackles on the A-riser.
A schematic drawing of the accelerated risers as well as the functionality of the SPEED
CONTROL can be found on page 12. Any other adjustable, removable or variable devices
are not available.
WHEN FLYING AT TRIM SPEED, THE SPEED CONTROL SHOULD ONLY
BE USED FOR STEERING THE GLIDER IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.
MAKE SURE THAT THE C-RISER IS NOT PULLED DOWN INDIVIDUALLY,
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE ENTIRE SYSTEM IS ACTUATED.
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FLIGHT TECHNIQUES AND CHARACTERISTICS
WINCHTOWING
The skywalk SPICE2 is well suited for winch towing. Make sure that you only use
certified winches and that you climb from the ground at a flat angle.
The pilot must have had proper towing instruction and must ensure that the winch
operator has had proper training that includes paragliders. When launching on a winch,
always fly with a lot of feeling and don’t brake too much as your glider will already have
an increased angle of attack. We recommend the use of a towing adapter.
FLYING WITH A MOTOR
Currently, the SPICE2 has no certification for flying with a motor. You can find out the cur-
rent status of motor certification at any dealer or importer, or by asking skywalk directly.
You can find further information on practices and characteristics of flying in the en-
closed „BASIC GUIDE“.
7 DESCENT TECHNIQUES
BIG EARS
In contrast to the spiral dive, with big ears your forward speed is higher than your
sink speed.
This descent method is used to quickly leave dangerous areas in a desired horizontal direc-
tion. The danger of canopy disturbances in turbulent air is greatly reduced with big ears.
Proceed as follows:
> Hold the outer A-lines above the line shackles and pull down on the lines.
> Keep the brake handles and the outer A-lines in your hands during the maneuver.
The glider remains controllable with weight shifting.
> To increase both sink rate and forward speed, you can also optimize this maneuver with
the speed bar.
> To recover from the maneuver, release the A-lines and the glider normally will open
by itself.
> To speed up the opening, pull on the brakes lightly. It is better to first open one side and
then the other to minimize the risk of a possible stall.
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Line System | Acceleration System
Flight Techniques and Characteristics | Descent Techniques
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Summary of Contents for SPICE2
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