Windtech tuareg - Manual (Page 10)

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We also recommended that you use a harness that has an ABS cross strap system and
that maximum width possible for the chest strap is 38 cm between karabiners.
For you own safety, we strongly recommend the use of back protection, helmet and
Windtech WindSOS reserve.
-- launch
The tuareg is extremely easy and efficient to launch.
If you have never flown a tandem before, we strongly advise that you take a course in
tandem flying, with a qualified and experienced tandem pilot, before you start flying with
other passengers, as you are directly responsible for the safety of your passenger.
The best thing is to make your first
flights with large and forgiving take-
offs and landing areas, in optimal
weather conditions and a passenger
who is also a pilot and so will be more
able to collaborate with you during
manoeuvres.
In this way, you will adapt rapidly to
the great qualities of the tuareg,
without having to preoccupy yourself
with too many new things at once,
and so you will be enjoying great
flights whilst minimizing the risk to
yourself and your passenger.
It is very important to explain clearly the whole launch process to your passenger, point
by point, and allowing for any eventualities, so that they know exactly what to do. As well
as making the launch process easier for you, this will install confidence in them in your
ability.
Before you take off, lay out the tuareg in a slight arc. Always do all of your pre-flight
checks (lines, maillons, risers, harness buckles, etc). Carefully observe all of the details
that relevant to your launch (tension in the lines, windsock, obstacles, etc).
Without wind it is recommended to release 3 or 4 cm of trim.
You mustn't start the run either too slowly, or too fast, but you must always make the
run decisively and assuredly to ensure that the wing carries the weight of you and your
passenger.
When the tuareg comes up above your head, give a gentle check on the brakes to sta-
bilize the wing and establish a perfect tension across the glider and lines ready for the
take-off run.