Connection System and Checks
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 the connection of the risers to the harness and assumes that a complete wing preflight has already been done. These checks are done at the beginning of every paragliding flight you make.
Built into this system is that almost all steps are done with the 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-risers/lines (side by side), making sure there are no twists in the risers.