Reverse Connection to a Paraglider (Preview)

Harness Connection Checks / Launch Set Up

This article describes the set up procedures and safety checks required for a reverse or turn transition launch. The system begins with connection of the risers to the harness and assumes that a complete wing pre-flight has already been done. This checks are done at the beginning of every paragliding flight you make.

Built into this system is that almost all steps are done with left as the turn direction. That is, you turn your left shoulder to the wind, after connecting to the glider – the left riser should be on top, roll the risers to the left, … etc. For a pilot that wants to turn to the right, all steps could be reversed with all steps to the right.

Connect to the Paraglider

Begin by connecting the risers to the harness. After completing a thorough preflight of the wing, line up the risers with the A lines side by side, making sure there are no twists in the risers. (Photo A)

Photo A

Next, rotate the risers at the ……