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Page 2: ...e will evolve as the sport matures Dear customer We would like to thank you for the purchase of your new Performance Designs wing We are confident that you will be pleased with it in every way We hope you will enjoy countless exciting and fun experiences and progress in your speedflying speedriding and or ground launching endeavors This manual contains information on flying and maintaining your wi...

Page 3: ...rect foot launching This equipment was not designed for any other use This equipment should be launched from the ground and must never be used for jumping from any aircraft or high object building antenna bridge cliff etc You should wear a helmet as well as all safety equipment required for the practice of off trail skiing or paragliding It is strongly recommended to learn speedflying speedriding ...

Page 4: ...ding the highest quality product through pride and integrity and ensuring product reliability to exceed customers needs Improving the performance of ram air canopies has been Performance Designs primary focus since Bill Coe founded the company in 1982 The company s pool of talent quickly expanded in 1984 when Coe enlisted John LeBlanc whom he met while studying aeronautics at Embry Riddle Aeronaut...

Page 5: ...sion is possible as the pilot becomes acquainted with the many ways in which airflows can affect the wing Who should fly the Spire The Spire is an outstanding wing for experienced pilots in both the paragliding and skydiving communities who have had regular practice and are looking for a fast high performance wing The Spire was modeled after a very high performance skydiving parachute so it is int...

Page 6: ...he rear risers Brake line adjustment and your harness The main brake line lengths of the Spire have been fine tuned by Performance Designs test pilots and it should not be necessary to adjust them If you do need to make adjustments to suit your harness body and flying style we strongly recommend that you test fly the wing with minute adjustments at a time The Spire can be flown with a variety of h...

Page 7: ...r close to the ground Typically speedriders like to use the smaller sizes 8m 9m or 10m depending on experience and conditions in order to stay on the ski slope or just above it at all times For Speedriders we recommend that you first practice inflating your wing on a small training slope with skis and make your first flights with your new speedriding wing in gentle conditions in a familiar area In...

Page 8: ... up over your head in light to no wind then you should have little to no trouble bringing the wing up over your head on skis If you keep your brake handles toggles in your hands the Spire inflates easily with or without risers in hand Keep your arms slightly bent and hands at shoulder height If you are using the front risers your arms should rise in a curve It is not necessary to pull hard on the ...

Page 9: ...ware that if you do not release the front risers at the correct time the wing will over fly you If this happens aggressive inputs on the rear risers or toggles should keep the wing from over flying you and keep it above or bring it back behind you If it s necessary to stall the wing to keep it from over flying stop and set up for a second launch Try to avoid dragging the wing down the slope for ex...

Page 10: ...ou to obtain zero vertical speed and to slide to a complete stop on your skis or feet Keep in mind that the Spire has a fast and steep glide and these characteristics become more pronounced when performing any type of turns For that reason we strongly suggest that you do not make your last turn at a low height or make a radical turn close to the ground 6 Care Maintenance and Repairs The materials ...

Page 11: ...ity of chemicals such as gasoline paints or other solvents Cleaning Use only warm water and a soft cloth to clean your wing Never use any abrasive materials or detergents Only clean the wing if it is absolutely necessary such as after a landing in salt water Maintenance Inspections Performance Designs recommends that an authorized Performance Designs agent inspects the Spire after every 100 hours ...

Page 12: ... 4 9 6 1 83 2 6914 1 96 Call for Price 8 lbs Spire 10M N R N R N R 125 57 182 83 108 49 211 96 17 02 5 19 6 36 1 94 2 6914 1 107 6 Call for Price 8 lbs Spire 11M N R N R N R 134 61 196 89 118 54 227 103 17 85 5 44 6 67 2 03 2 6914 1 118 4 Call for Price 8 lbs Spire 12M N R N R N R 156 71 228 103 129 59 264 120 18 64 5 68 6 96 2 11 2 6914 1 129 1 Every effort has been made to provide you with impor...

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