Bengel 0 #1 January 31, 2006 Hi! I came up with the thought to advertise the little clip about my first GLs I made this winter ;) . It's on http://www.skydivingmovies.com/ver2/pafiledb.php?action=file&id=3301 or just search "GroundlaunchI". No, serious. This could maybe be a threat about Groundlaunching low loaded canopies just as my Cayenne 170. I think these types of canopies really close the gap between Paragliding and a highly loaded full elipse, which is hard to start and more difficult (dangerous?!) to fly. So what do you think, what experience did you make with "big" wings like that? Best regards ChrisI'm a British nanny, and I'm dangerous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YISkyDive 0 #2 January 31, 2006 very cool video man- Im jealous. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BMFin 0 #3 February 1, 2006 What canopy is that you are flying in the vid ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Extrakt 0 #4 February 1, 2006 Nice one, looks like fun, where you doing this at? "If murder and suicide are illegal, then why is it ok to kill yourself and others with cigarettes?????" www.myspace.com/Hypoxicmusic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bengel 0 #5 February 1, 2006 The canopy is called Cayenne from Performance Variable. It's a rebuild from the Sabre I, I think. Quite a reliable canopy, in my opinion, though it's called the "Aldi-Canopy" because of the cheap price (Aldi is maybe the equivalent to Wal Mart). The site is in a region called "Vallis" in Switzerland and in the ski-region "Portes Du Soleil". It's very nice there. If the weather would've been better, I'd done more flights. But I'll surely make up for it in summer!I'm a British nanny, and I'm dangerous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Loonix 0 #6 February 1, 2006 thanks, im planning to do it myself this winter, with a sabre 170 .. and i was also wondering if using a snowboard would make it really hard, but you didnt see to have much trouble with that :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sysop 0 #7 February 1, 2006 Nice video. Kids snowboard as my board for winter launching in Karpaty (east europe). Hope to see you in Crimea Ground Launch Centre!www.speedflying.ru Mountian Fly School Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bengel 0 #8 February 2, 2006 Quotethanks, im planning to do it myself this winter, with a sabre 170 .. and i was also wondering if using a snowboard would make it really hard, but you didnt see to have much trouble with that :) Well, if you start only with a sprint and not with a board/skis under your feet, it's easier to balance your canopy (p.e. starting with "crosswind", etc.). But therefore you have a better acceleration with a board or skis. The most important thing in my opinion is to lay down your canopy symmetrically in order to inflate every cell at the same time. Then you will surely have a good start.I'm a British nanny, and I'm dangerous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sysop 0 #9 February 2, 2006 QuoteThe most important thing in my opinion is to lay down your canopy symmetrically in order to inflate every cell at the same time. It's very important for forward feet launching. I like launch with board becose i can launch with any direct of light wind.www.speedflying.ru Mountian Fly School Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frost 1 #10 February 2, 2006 Nice video. Curious what kind of harnes set up is that? Looks like you used some generic old harness and quick disconnect links straight to the riser rings.SoFPiDaRF - School of Fast Progress in Downsizing and Radical Flying. Because nobody knows your skills better than you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bengel 0 #11 February 2, 2006 QuoteNice video. Curious what kind of harnes set up is that? Looks like you used some generic old harness and quick disconnect links straight to the riser rings. Thanks! Yes, I got that old harness from ebay. It was from an old fashioned round canopy container with a 4-Pin-Release system. Scary! I disconnected the container to get only the "harness" in order to lose weight. Furthermore I connected the canopy with climbing-carabiners. I taped them because I was a little bit afraid that they could rough up the riser rings. I don't know if this "fear" is justified. Maybe someone with material knowledge can answer this question. I must say, that the harness was very uncomfortable, especially in the "between-the-legs" region ;). But I found a superlight harness for paragliding somewhere in the www. If someone is interested, I could post it here.I'm a British nanny, and I'm dangerous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frost 1 #12 February 2, 2006 Smart alternative to buying an overpriced GL harness. I was thinking of doing the same exact thing, just didnt know if modern risers would be easy to mount. I think you found a good solution to that. Also the thought of sitting in that harness... Having jumped a few rounds - i know how "comfortable" they are :) good job! P.S. oh yeah, and if you post some pics of the rig - that would be coolSoFPiDaRF - School of Fast Progress in Downsizing and Radical Flying. Because nobody knows your skills better than you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Extrakt 0 #13 February 3, 2006 This harness would be awesome if you have the cash, check it out, http://tinyurl.com/8hkqw And they have carabiners too http://tinyurl.com/8hkqw Does anyone know of a cheaper option than this? But the same sort of thing. Your landing looked smother with the snowboard too hey. "If murder and suicide are illegal, then why is it ok to kill yourself and others with cigarettes?????" www.myspace.com/Hypoxicmusic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris74 0 #14 February 3, 2006 Hi, May be there: http://www.air-sport.zakopane.pl/index_e.htm +harnesses. Blue skies Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bengel 0 #15 February 3, 2006 Here are some links that may help: http://www.kimfly.si/index.asp?selektiran=110&jezik=ang it's about 150€/180$ or http://www.nervures.co.uk/harness.php for 150GBPounds/265$I'm a British nanny, and I'm dangerous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Extrakt 0 #16 February 6, 2006 cheers, they are some sweet harnesses. One even has a spot for a cammel pack! how cool is that "If murder and suicide are illegal, then why is it ok to kill yourself and others with cigarettes?????" www.myspace.com/Hypoxicmusic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sysop 0 #17 February 7, 2006 In the middle of March we shall begin sale of special harness for GL. It's include: - rings on foot grasp. - pocket for camel bak. - pockets for radio and GPS. - pockets for bag in foot grasp. - standart rings for canopy without cutaway system. It's very light weight harness. Price above $200-250www.speedflying.ru Mountian Fly School Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Extrakt 0 #18 February 7, 2006 sounds pritty cool, does it come with cruse control and abs? "If murder and suicide are illegal, then why is it ok to kill yourself and others with cigarettes?????" www.myspace.com/Hypoxicmusic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sysop 0 #19 February 7, 2006 ABS in your ASS Cruse control in GPS www.speedflying.ru Mountian Fly School Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
