U-Turn infinity, Owner'S Manual

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Takeoff
Hold on to the A-risers and the brakegrips. Recheck the glider on-
ce more visually. Take the U-Turn sign in the middle of the cano-
py as device to get a centered takeoff run into the wind.
Rise the canopy with a firm, steady and even pull. Reach forward
with your arms to prolong the A-lines. When the force lightens,
the canopy is now over the pilot, look up to ensure that it is fully
open above you. The INFINITY has a light tendency to overshoot
a little, but braking is not required during the takeoff phase.
Even with little or no wind you don´t need an aggressive takoff,
or to run into the glider with momentum. An even, smooth pull is
the easiest and safest way to get the INFINITY airborne.
Directional inputs with the brakes should not be done before the
canopy is fully errected over the pilot, because the canopy could
fall backwards when the braking action is too strong.
Now is the right time to make the final decision for takeoff. A cou-
ple of quick steps forward and a slight release on the brakes for
acceleration will get you airborne.
Turning
The INFINITY has a normal agility and reacts directly and instantly
to steering inputs. You can fly flat turns with little altitude loss by
shifting of bodyweight. A combination of appropriate pull on the
inner brakeline and shift of bodyweigth is the best way for a co
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