Harness User’s manual
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1.
Backrest tilt adjustment :
Without strap tension, first adjust the backrest incline at the desired angle.
>>Tightening will bring the backrest at a more vertical angle ( recommended posture for
beginners ).
>> Loosening the backrest will tilt the back support rearward.
3.
shoulder straps.
Adjust the shoulder straps length using the trimmers.
The pressure on the shoulder straps contributes to general comfort in flight. It must be precise: not too tight nor too
loose. The upper area of the straps must offer enough support to maintain your torso in a comfortable position.
tighten
loosen
Harness adjustments.
Adjusting the harness.
5.
Adjusting the chest strap.
The distance to consider corresponds to the length between the middle points at the bottom of each carabiner.
The ideal distance varies between paragliding wing models. Adjust your harness’s chest strap according to the wing manufacturer’s
recommendations.
tighten
loosen
Tightening the chest-strap provides more stability but less piloting efficiency while increasing the risk of
riser twisting.
On the contrary loosening the strap provides more efficiency but can be dangerous in turbulent aero-
logy (increased risk of falling towards the collapsed side of your glider).
Before your first flight, check the completed adjustments during a hang-test.
2.
Speedbag length.
Your legs must be extended ; seat comfortably all the way back inside the harness.
4.
Seat depth.
Adjust the seat depth by feel : alter the lower back support to a comfortable snug fit. The tighter
the adjustment, the more reclined the flying position will become. Relaxing the tension adjust-
ment will bring the sitting posture to a more vertical position.
