GIN Bolero 4 - Manual (Page 12)

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4. Flying the Bolero 4
We recommend that you first practice inflating your glider on a small training hill, or flat ground.
Make your first flights with your new paraglider in gentle conditions on a familiar flying site.
Preparation for launch
Following a consistent method of preparation and pre-flight checks is vital for safe flying. We
recommend the following:
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On arrival at the flying site, assess the suitability of the conditions: wind speed and direction,
airspace, turbulence and thermal cycles.
9 Inspect your glider, harness, reserve handle and pin, helmet and any other equipment.
9 Choose a sufficiently large take-off area with even ground and no obstacles.
9 Secure yourself in your harness and don’t forget the leg loops! Put your helmet on.
9 Lay the glider out according to the plan form, and get the lines and risers sorted out.
9 Connect the risers to your harness carabiners, ensuring there are no twists or loops around the
lines.
9 Connect the speed system to the risers with the Brummel hooks.
9 Do a final line check by pulling gently on the risers or lines to ensure there are no new knots,
tangles or interfering branches or rocks. Take extra care in nil or light winds.
Pre-flight check list
9 Reserve parachute: pin in and handle secure
9 Helmet and harness buckles closed
9 Lines free
9 Canopy open and into wind
9 Airspace clear
Additional Checks for flying with paramotor:
9 Engine warm and delivering full power?
9 Karabiners and shackles closed and secure?
9 Trimmer setting correct and symmetric?
9 Propeller free – nothing can get caught by the propeller?
9 Speed system functioning – enough clearance from the motor?
9 All lines free? Throttle handle and break lines not twisted?
9 Pilot ready to go, no lose parts on the clothing or harness?
9 Visibility ok?