Download Operating Instructions UP Gambit

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Getting the UP Gambit into a spiral dive is very simple
and has already been described in the chapter
regarding turning. When entering the spiral it is
essential to induce the turn gradually; if you apply the
brake too quickly then there is the danger of entering a
spin. If this happens, release the brake immediately
and let the glider recover before trying again. Keep a
steady tension on the inside brake and observe the
increased angle of bank and sink rate. A little brake on
the outer wing will help stabilise the glider at a high
sink rate.
To recover from a spiral, simply release the inside
brake. Do this gradually to prevent an uncontrolled
steep climb. Be prepared for the glider to climb a little
and to damp out the subsequent dive. Be warned that
you can pull considerable G forces in a spiral; high
loading for both you and the glider.
Warning: Never pull Big Ears in a spiral dive, as it’s
relatively easy to overload of paraglider, pilot and
equipment.
B-Line Stalls
To induce a B-line stall, start from normal, unaccelerated flight. Reach up and take hold of both B
risers, still with your hands in the brake loops, and pull
down simultaneously by between 10 and 15 cm. The
first few centimetres of travel is quite hard, but as the
glider settles into the stall so the effort becomes less.
The glider will drop back a little as it stalls, and then
centralise over your head. With 15 cm or so of pull a
sink rate of up to 6 m/s can be achieved. With less pull
so you will get a decrease in sink rate. Pulling down
more than 15 cm is not recommended, as the
paraglider will get into a more unstable flight position.
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