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It is recommended to use the speedsystem with trimmers opened
completely of by half. Using the speedsystem with closed trimmers can
result in a frontal collapse (especially in lower part of the weight range).
3.7.3 Landing
With closed trimmers (slow mode) Snake XX lands like any other paraglider.
The brake forces, initially low, are growing proportionally through entire range,
giving ample warnings before possible stalling. Nevertheless, you should
always be careful when flying very slow, until fully familiar with brake operation.
When landing with trims set fast (above "0" point), bleeding off speed can
require more space than usual. The paraglider has lots of kinetic energy and
careless application of brakes may even cause the wing to climb.
Most pilots get to know the wing relatively fast and quickly gain enough trust to
fly it in stronger conditions than they ever did. Still, you should always be
careful when flying low. Remember that Snake XX flies faster than ordinary
paragliders and sometimes it can be of importance (e.g. landing on a slope).
After landing in strong wind the paraglider can be safely put down with B risers,
or with a strong pull on the rear D risers.
3.7.4 Winching
Snake XX was not designed for winching. The reflex aerofoil used in this
paraglider has inherent tendency to increase the angle of attack. While in
normal flight such a disposition makes it safer, it can be dangerous during
winch start. Nevertheless, a lot of successful winches on have been made.
To sum it up: winching can be done, but proper attention must be paid.
3.8 QUICK DESCENT METHODS
3.8.1 Big Ears
In order to get the Big Ears you have to pull down the outer lines of the A'
risers (distinguished by neoprene sheath) by some 20-50 cm. While inducing
big ears you should never let the brakes out of your hands. After tucking the
tips in, paraglider will continue to fly straight with increased sink rate (up to 5
m/s). You can steer the wing pretty efficiently by weight-shifting.
After releasing lines, the paraglider will usually open up on its own or you can
assist it with a long stroke of the brakes.
For the sake of safety (the possibility of a parachutal stall) it is reasonable to
engage speed system after pulling big ears in order to lessen the angle of
attack of the wing centre. Executing big ears with opened trimmers is very
difficult due to reflex profile stabilisation.
CAUTION: See the PARACHUTAL STALL chapter.
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