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Thank you for your purchase of your new Velocity Recon. We are pleased to present such a fine performance glider that you will be sure to enjoy for years to come.
Disclaimer: This manual is provided to offer guidelines to the pilot. This manual is not to be used as a training manual. The pilot operating this paraglider must be qualified to do so. This is not a beginner glider and should never be used as such. The pilot is personally responsible for their own safety and flying this paraglider at their own risk. The pilot is responsible for their paragliding airworthiness. Neither the manufacturer, or dealer, accepts any responsibilities or liabilities for this activity. Never fly or test the limits of this glider without being at high altitude and use extreme caution. Low level turns, or maneuvers is never recommended. Remember, altitude is your friend!
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outer As
wing tip toggle
center As speed system hook
inner toggle outer toggle
torque loop hook in loop
trimmer buckle trimmer loop
Risers The Velocity Recon is equipped with split “A” risers. These enable “Big Ears” by simply pulling the second “A” risers. The risers also include parachute style soft links. These are used to connect the lines to the riser attachment points in lieu of metal connection points. The use of soft links not only is stronger but weighs less and adds more feel. Dual loop connection points in the risers allows for Engine Torque Compensation (ETC) without adjustment of the glider trimmers or your flight harness. If your engine is a torque “left” engine, then you will want to connect the longest loop (red) on the left side and the inner (blue) on the right side. For a “right” torque motor, you will want to have the long loop (red) on the right, and the short inner loop (blue) on the left. Trims The Velocity Recon utilizes a unique kind of trim system. This trim system is safety oriented and utilizes less than three inches of trim adjustability. The idea behind less trim is to enable the pilot to utilize more speed bar. With most gliders on the market today, they have in excess of 10-12 inches of trim and it is our opinion that in the event of a collapse, having 10 plus inches of trim out, makes the recovery of a reflex glider much longer as it is virtually impossible to pull the trims to the close position with slack lines. In the Recon’s case, full trim out (approximately 3 inches) and the use of the speed bar will allow the pilot to release the speed bar and technically leave the glider with only 3 inches of trim out; this will allow for a much faster recovery in the event of a collapse. © 2012 All Rights Reserved. MS Robinson Company Inc. dba Velocity Paragliders
Flying the Recon Dual toggle control (DTC) The outer toggle is the main brake toggle that influences the entire trailing edge of the paraglider. This toggle is used for normal flight, take off and landing. Do not use this toggle with the speed bar is use. Avoid use of both toggles at the same time when the glider is in full reflex trim. The inner toggle is located inside of the outer toggle. The inner toggle influences the trailing edge lines closest to the wing tip and not the central part of the trailing edge. These inner toggles may be used under partial speed bar but only in full trim. The glider will turn rapidly and drop significant altitude when these inner toggles are used. The inner and outer toggle line lengths can vary. Should the pilot require a faster turning glider, he may shorten the inner toggle line. CAUTION - Do not exceed 10 mm or 7/16 of an inch of variance between the two toggle lines. The pilot may also disconnect this toggle and tie the line to the outer toggle. Make sure that both sides are balanced evenly. Wing Tip Toggle - This toggle is attached via Velcro to the B riser. This toggle allows for true wing tip steering. Use this toggle for steering when using full trim and speed bar. No trailing edge is in use.
Speed Bar This glider is equipped with a speed bar. In the event that you do not know how to properly use, attach or adjust the speed bar, PLEASE seek the advice from a qualified instructor. Do not use the speed bar unless you are in full reflex. Avoid the use of both the inner and outer toggle under full speed bar. All steering should be done via the wing tip toggle.
CAUTION: Many pilots with past or present free flight experience, keep their brakes slightly applied at all times. While this technically works well for climbing and reduces sink, it is NOT advisable for reflex paragliders such as the Recon. When the brakes are applied and held down, the reflex profile on the trailing edge is negated (removed) and could cause a loss of pressure or trimming of the air foil, thus resulting in an instant collapse of the glider. Maintain adequate altitude at all times to aid recovery in the event of a collapse of this nature. full fast (trim fast + speed bar)
full fast + breaks
pitch rotation
preasure cg
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trims set slow
Sand or other Debris It is especially critical to keep your Reflex glider free from any sand or debris that could influence the Reflex profile. Transport This glider is best transported in its own rug sack or stuff sack as sunlight and too much heat can affect the equipment adversely. When not in use, please pack your glider and put it in a cool, dark area. Storage All of the equipment should be stored away from light and in a dry, well ventilated room and protected from temperature fluctuations. Rooms or garages, where Petrol, solvents, or other chemically aggressive substances are stored is unsuitable. If you will not be flying your Velocity paraglider for a few weeks, we recommend you open the stuff sack and slightly unroll the glider to release the tension. This will circulate air around the glider and allow it to breathe. Should the canopy become wet, spread it out so the air can dry all areas. This is best achieved by laying out the entire canopy. Even if the fabric feels dry, it may NOT be. The cloth fiber can retain moisture and the water takes longer to diffuse out the cloth than it does to evaporate on the surface. Thus, your canopy may feel dry in the evening but may be wet again the following morning. It can take several days for the canopy to dry out completely. This is an essential process and if it is ignored, the material will become porous, thereby impeding the efficiency of your glider. If you should have any questions or concerns about your Velocity Recon Gliders, please contant us and we will be happy to assist your. Enjoy your new glider, The Team BlackHawk Crew
Glider Weight Ranges Size Weight Range
min Lbs. max Lbs. min Kg. max Kg.
18m²
22m²
25m²
27m²
29m²
31m²
34m²
145 190 65 85kg
175 220 80 100
205 250 95 115
235 280 106 127
265 310 120 140
295 340 134 154
325 370 147 167
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B’’
B4 W1
B’
W4
BR2
W2 W3
1 2
E01
3 Y1
X1
4 X2
5
Z1
A3
7 X3
8 9
E3
EE1
ZZ2
EA1
Z4
Y4
X5
10
C3
YY2 Z3
Y3
X4
E03
B3
XX2
E2
ZZ1
YY1
XX1
6
E1
E02
Z2
Y2
E4 Y5
Z5
EE2
H1 E5
11 E6
BR1
12 13 X7
14
X6
Y7
X8
15
Z7
XX3
X10
HH3
C2 ZZ4
Z9 Z10
Y10
H9
D2
E7
E8
EE3
HH4 EE4
H10
E9
H11
Z11
Y11
X11
20
YY4
H6
ZZ3 B2
XX4 Y9
X9
18
H7 H8
YY3
A2
17
Z6
Z8
Y8
16
19
Y6
EA2 E10
21 22 23 24 25
X12 X13
Y12 Y13
X14
Y14
XX5
26
28 29 30
X15
XX6
Y15
X17
Y17
H14
HH5
C1 Z15
ZZ6
D1 H15
HH6
H16
Z16
Y16
X16
ZZ5
B1 YY6
EA3
H13
Z14
YY5
A1
27
H12
Z12 Z13
Z17
31
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H17
Recon 22m looplength
Recon 25m looplength
Recon 27m looplength
Recon 29m looplength
color
diameter
X1 X2 X3 X4 X5 X6 X7 X8 X9 X10 X11 X12 X13 X14 X15 X16 X17
22.5 26.1 48.7 53.2 62.2 56.8 53.2 55 55 53.2 56.8 58.6 53.2 54.1 54.1 53.2 58.6
24 27.9 51.9 56.7 66.4 60.6 56.7 58.7 58.7 56.7 60.6 62.5 56.7 57.7 57.7 56.7 62.5
25 29 54 59 69 63 59 61 61 59 63 65 59 60 60 59 65
26 30 56 61 71 65 61 63 63 61 65 67 61 62 62 61 67
red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red
1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m
Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 Y7 Y8 Y9 Y10 Y11 Y12 Y13 Y14 Y15 Y16 Y17
22.5 26.1 48.7 53.2 61.3 56.8 53.2 55 55 53.2 56.8 58.6 53.2 54.1 54.1 53.2 58.6
24 27.9 51.9 56.7 65.4 60.6 56.7 58.7 58.7 56.7 60.6 62.5 56.7 57.7 57.7 56.7 62.5
25 29 54 59 68 63 59 61 61 59 63 65 59 60 60 59 65
26 30 56 61 70 65 61 63 63 61 65 67 61 62 62 61 67
yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow
1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m
Z1 Z2 Z3 Z4 Z5 Z6 Z7 Z8 Z9 Z10 Z11 Z12 Z13 Z14 Z15 Z16 Z17
21.6 26.1 48.7 53.2 61.3 56.8 53.2 55 55 53.2 56.8 58.6 53.2 54.1 54.1 53.2 58.6
23.1 27.9 51.9 56.7 65.4 60.6 56.7 58.7 58.7 56.7 60.6 62.5 56.7 57.7 57.7 56.7 62.5
24 29 54 59 68 63 59 61 61 59 63 65 59 60 60 59 65
25 30 56 61 70 65 61 63 63 61 65 67 61 62 62 61 67
blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue blue
1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m
H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10 H11 H12 H13
65.8 56.8 53.2 55.9 55 53.2 56.8 58.6 53.2 54.1 54.1 53.2 58.6
70.2 60.6 56.7 59.6 58.7 56.7 60.6 62.5 56.7 57.7 57.7 56.7 62.5
73 63 59 62 61 59 63 65 59 60 60 59 65
76 65 61 64 63 61 65 67 61 62 62 61 67
purple purple purple purple purple purple purple purple purple purple purple purple purple
1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m
B' B"
36.1 45.1
38.4 48.1
40 46
41 52
yellow yellow
1.2m/m 1.2m/m
W1 W2 W3 W4
114.6 115.5 118.2 121.8
122.2 123.1 126 129.8
127 128 131 135
132 133 136 140
yellow yellow yellow yellow
1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m
E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 E10 E11 E12 E13 E14
60.4 67.6 82.1 99.2 106.5 123.6 109.2 106.5 106.5 116.4 106.5 109.2 106.5 116.4
64.4 72.1 87.5 105.8 113.5 131.8 116.4 113.5 113.5 124.1 113.5 116.4 113.5 124.1
67 75 91 110 118 137 121 118 118 129 118 121 118 129
69 78 94 114 122 142 125 122 122 134 122 125 122 134
red red red red red red red red red red red red red red
1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m 1.1m/m
XX1 XX2 XX3 XX4 XX5 XX6
118.2 115.5 220.2 222 257.2 257.2
126 123.1 234.7 236.7 274.2 274.2
131 128 244 246 285 285
136 133 253 255 295 295
red red red red red red
1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m
YY1 YY2 YY3 YY4 YY5 YY6 E01 E02 E03
118.2 115.5 221.1 222 257.2 257.2 14.4 16.7 18
126 123.1 235.7 236.7 274.2 274.2 15.3 17.8 19.2
131 128 245 246 285 285 16 18.5 20
136 133 254 255 295 295 17 19 21
yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow yellow red red red
1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m
ZZ1 ZZ2 ZZ3 ZZ4 ZZ5 ZZ6
116.4 115.5 220.2 222 257.2 257.2
124.1 123.1 234.7 236.7 274.2 274.2
129 128 244 246 285 285
134 133 253 255 295 295
blue blue blue blue blue blue
1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m
HH1 HH2 HH3 HH4
219.3 222 258.1 257.2
233.8 236.7 275.1 274.2
243 246 286 285
252 255 296 295
purple purple purple purple
1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m
EE1 EE2 EE3 EE4 EE5 EE6 EA1 EA2 EA3 A1 A2 A3 B1 B2 B3 B4 C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 BR1 BR2
99.2 106.5 106.5 110.1 106.5 115.5 288.8 301.4 318.6 310.4 350.2 434.1 304.1 344.8 433.2 382.7 315 354.7 442.2 325.8 366.4 1507+30 1507+30
105.8 113.5 113.5 117.3 113.5 123.1 307.9 321.3 339.6 331 373.3 462.8 324.2 367.5 461.8 408 335.8 378.1 471.4 347.3 390.6 1606+30 1606+30
110 118 118 122 118 128 320 334 353 344 388 481 337 382 480 424 349 393 490 361 406 1670+30 1670+30
114 122 122 126 122 133 332 346 366 356 402 498 349 396 497 439 362 407 508 374 421 1730+30 1730+30
red red red red red red red red red red red red yellow yellow yellow yellow blue blue blue purple purple red red
1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.2m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.8m/m 1.8m/m 1.65m/m 1.8m/m 1.8m/m 1.65m/m 1.2m.m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 1.5m/m 2.0m/m 2.0m/m
Line
Recon 18m looplength
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Recon 31m looplength
Recon 34m looplength
