RIGGING
All suspension lines are sheathed by a coloured
polyester layer, which is covering a brownish Technora
core. Low number of lines required such composition in order to obtain high
strength and stretch-resistance of the lines.
The rigging system consists of individual lines looped and stitched at each
end.
The upper level lines start at the attachment points. Cascade-wise they are
joined to middle layer lines. These in turn connect by twos to main
suspension lines, which are attached to the risers with triangular quick links
(maillons). To prevent their slipping off, the lines are kept together with a
rubber 'O ring' (typically used as gasket). It is twisted in eight to stay in place.
All the maillons are made of corrosion resistant, polished
stainless steel, ensuring excellent strength and durability.
We use only certified maillons by Peguet company.
Stabilo lines run from the outer suspension points to the
maillons through consecutive cascades as well.
The same story goes for the steering lines. They run from the trailing edge
through several layers to the main steering lines, which are lead through the
pulleys connected to the rear risers and then fixed to the brake handles.
Steering lines do not carry any load.
Some of the steering lines of the upper level are additionally led through
rings sewn into the trailing edge, shortening it when the brake is applied. In
this way steering becomes lighter and more effective.
THE RISERS
For the Orca XX we have chosen four-way risers equipped with:
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ELR (Easy Launch Riser) system. This is a specially
marked A riser (red ribbon),
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trimmer with replaceable (in case of deterioration)
regulation strap, affecting the B, C and D risers
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For quick and easy recognition, some of the risers are
distinguished with coloured band as follows:
A
- red (used for launching)
A'
- red (used for big ears)
B
- yellow (used for B-stall)
C
- neoprene black
D
- blue (needed to keep the glider down in strong wind – aborted
launch).
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