The speed-bar setting depends
- the location of the return pulley on the harness.
- of the pilot’s position
- the pilot’s morphology (leg length).
- of the paragliding mode
There is still a kind of standard: the split hook is usually located 23 cm above the carabiner.
Reeving
On the other hand, what is different for each paragliding model is the pull-up (reduction) of the acceleration system on the risers and the race to get the highest speed.
Bars
Accelerators can also be quite different. They have up to 3 bars. The goal is to accelerate comfortably (straight legs) at different speeds (30%, 60% and 100% for example).
A single-bar accelerator is now completely outdated. Even for a matter of lightness, because we find Light 3-bar accelerators that weigh only 32 g!
ATTENTION
The accelerator must be set long enough not to pull on the risers!
It’s dangerous to take off in an accelerated position!!!
Before you take off, make sure you can fully stretch the A risers up!
We therefore have to make a first adjustment of the accelerator a bit long and test its operation in flight.
The goal is to get maximum acceleration with legs comfortably stretched on the last rung.
- If the legs are not stretched to the stop (pulley against pulley), the adjustment should be extended.
- If one does not manage to stop, even on the last bar, it settle shorter.
The setting is flight tested and ground corrected. It usually takes a few flights to get the maximum efficiency and comfort of the acceleration system!
Marks every 10 cm on the accelerator cords facilitate symmetry of adjustments.
Smart accessories
Cord clamps for classic harness
Cord clamps positioned above the pulleys elegantly prevent the accelerator bars from hanging on the shins! This is more convenient than all the original velcros, elastics and magnets installed on the harness.
Elastic with ball
Cocoon harness
To help catch the foot tray. The elastic attaches to the bottom of the Speedbag and the ball slides between the laces of a shoe.
Standard harness
To help catch the accelerant. The elastic attaches to the first bar and the ball slides between the laces of a shoe.
