GIN Fuse - Manual (Page 19)

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TIP: Always try to avoid the need to use
these descent techniques. Thoroughly
check the conditions before launch,
and pay close attention to how the day
develops.
NOTE: The outer A-line of the Fuse is
attached to a separate riser. This makes
applying big ears easier.
WARNING: Do not attempt to release big
ears near the ground.
Rapid descent techniques
Learn and practice the techniques in this section under qualified supervision. Big ears and
spiral dives are generally the most common methods of descent. Big ears can achieve a moderate
rate of descent with the advantage of forward speed and manoeuvrability. Spiral dives attain
higher rates of descent, but the G-forces can be significant and the manoeuvre is more technically
demanding and may have an undesirable effect on your passenger. ‘B-stalls’ have little or no
advantages compared to the other methods of descent and are not recommended in normal
situations.
Big ears
To enter big ears, pull down firmly the outermost A lines on each side of the wing one-by-one
until the wingtips fold under.
Once in big ears, the glider can still be steered using the brakes. If using big ears for an
extended period, lock them in place using the clamp cleat on the rear riser. Before using the clamp,
remove the neoprene cover.
To increase your sink rate and forward speed, release the trimmers. Always release the
trimmers AFTER entering big ears, never before.
To exit big ears, release both A lines at the same time. Apply brake progressively one side at
a time to help re-inflation. Be careful not brake too deeply on both sides at the same time as this
could cause a stall.
Spiral dives
Before entering a spiral, make sure you have adequate height for recovery. To enter the spiral