Bruce Goldsmith Design SNUG User manual
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SNUG Owner’s Manual
RECREATIONAL HARNESS
Welcome to BGD
Thank you for choosing BGD. We hope you will enjoy your new SNUG harness as much as we do. Our mission is to build
paraglidingproductswithpersonality:exceptionalequipmentwiththerenedhandlingandinnovativequalitiesthat
BGD has become renowned for. We love the feeling of being connected to the air through our wings, and our products
aredesignedwiththatinmind.Ourgoalistomakeproductsthatpilotslovetoy.
Safety
Please read this manual from beginning to end before using your SNUG harness. Paragliding is a potentially dangerous
sport that can cause serious injury including bodily harm, paralysis and even death. Inappropriate use or abuse of your
equipmentwillincreasetheserisks,andanykindofmodicationtotheharnessinvalidatesthecertication.
The SNUG harness and its back protector conform to the testing criteria of the EN 1651:199 & LTF 2.
Please note that no protector can offer 100% protection against injuries, and in particular, the back protector can not
be guaranteed to prevent injuries to the spine. The SNUG’s protector is removable. It can only offer protection if it is
correctlypositionedandxedwiththeVelcro.Theprotectorshouldnotbeusedintemperaturesexceeding40°Cor
below-20°C.
You take exclusive responsibility for all risks associated with the use of the harness. Any liability claims resulting from
use of this product towards the manufacturer, distributor or dealers is excluded.
Itisimportanttocompleteathoroughdailyandpre-ightinspectionofallofyourequipment.Neverattempttoy
with unsuitable or damaged equipment. Always use the appropriate safety equipment including a reserve, helmet,
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glovesandboots.Besuretohavetheappropriatequalicationforyouractivityintherespectivecountry,andthird
party insurance. Fly safely, don’t take unnecessary risks and most importantly, have fun!
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Description
The SNUG is a high-quality recreational harness suitable for all genres of paragliding. It is optimised for versatility and
comfort, and has a semi cross-brace system that allows the pilot to adjust feedback and wing authority by tightening
or loosening the chest strap.
The SNUG has an 18cm foam back protector, and our reliable EASY EXIT underseat reserve deployment system. A
Cordura 500D reinforced skid guard protects the base of the harness in the event of a skid landing, and the Elastic
Speed Keeper keeps the speed bar neatly stowed when you are not using it. The SNUG is available in three sizes.
Bruce’s notes
I always wanted a harness that I don’t feel. In the beginning, harnesses were divided into two categories: standard
harnesses and ABS or cross-braced harnesses. The standard harnesses connected the pilot almost directly to the
risers making them very unstable. It was too radical for occasional pilots. The fully cross-braced harnesses were too
restrictive – pilots couldn’t feel an imminent collapse coming. The SNUG is my perfect balance. With the semi cross-
brace system I feel seamlessly connected to my wing, yet stable enough to relax.
Target
XC, training, acrobatics, soaring, wagga, vol-biv, sledge rides, tandem passengers – the SNUG harness is built to
takeonthefullspectrumofaerialfree-yingdisciplines.Takenthroughthewringerbyourtestjunkies,theSNUGis
adurable,comfortableandverysafeharness.BrucelovesyingitXC,Anttakesittumbling,andTyrgrabsitfora
gentle sled ride down to the beach. If you only want one harness in your kit, this should be it.
Introduction
Introduction
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Water safety
We do not recommend using the SNUG over open bodies of water without proper safety equipment including but
not limited to a life jacket (with collar), a safety boat and driver (engine running and in communication), and an SIV
instructor.
After a water landing you should remove the reserve parachute and back protection and allow everything to dry. If
you land in salt water it is necessary to thoroughly clean the harness and all parts with fresh clean water ensuring that
all traces of salt are removed. Before reassembly make sure that the harness and all components are completely dry.
IMPORTANT: In the case of a water landing, the natural buoyancy of the back protection can cause the pilot to be
turned face down in the water. It is recommended to immediately undo all straps and swim away from the harness
taking care to not become entangled within the lines.
Towing
The SNUG is suitable for towing. The tow bridles should be attached to the main karabiners, if you have any doubts
askaqualiedtowinginstructororrefertotheoperatinginstructionssuppliedwithyourtowreleasesystem.
Recycling
Weallhavearesponsibilitytolookaftertheenvironmentandprotecttheplacesinwhichwey.Whentheharness
comes to the end of its useful life, remove all the metal parts and dispose of the rest in an appropriate recycling
facility.
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Features
Features
Reserve bridle
attachments
Lumbar adjustment
Storage pocket
Foam back protector
Shoulder adjustment
Main suspension points
Chest and leg buckles
Speed system pulley
and guide
Speed bar retainer
Integrated reserve
pocket
Magnetic keeper – should
beOPENinight
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Reserve Parachute Installation
Werecommendthataqualiedprofessionalshouldalwaysperformtheinstallationandre-packingofthereserve
parachute.
The reserve pocket on the SNUG is suitable for reserve parachutes up 7,500cm3volume.
If it is not possible to connect the harness reserve handle to the loops on the parachute deployment bag inside the
pocket, please consult your supplier who may be able to supply an alternative deployment bag. Loops can be sewn at
anappropriateplaceonanydeploymentbag,butonlyaqualiedpersonshouldcarrythisout.
WARNING!
After installation of a reserve parachute in the harness, it is absolutely essential to do a simulated deployment under a
static swing, ensuring that the parachute release system operates correctly and the parachute comes out easily. The
cords which close the reserve pocket must be checked regularly. If the cord is worn, it must be replaced. Each time a
reserve parachute is installed, check that the cord is in good order by applying a load of 10kg.
Beforeeachight,checkthattheplasticrodsandhandlearelocatedcorrectly.
The magnetic keeper on the reserve handle helps keep the reserve handle in place for transportation. It should be
openedforight,tomakeiteasiertothrowthereserveifnecessary.
Reserve Parachute
Installation
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Connect the reserve handle to the
reserve with a larksfoot knot to the
middle loop on a side. Ensure that
the strap is long enough to allow the
plasticrodstobepulledoutrst.
Using the lines provided (located in the rear pocket), thread both eyelets in
sequence using the printed numbers for guidance.
Insert the reserve with the handle
attachment facing the seat board and
the lines straight underneath.
Attach the harness bridles to the
parachute’s bridle using a suitable
connector (not supplied).
Reserve Parachute
Installation
Put the handle inside the neoprene
cover.
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For transportation only,* attach the
retaining strap with the magnetic
keeper.
Thread both plastic rods all the way
into the loops.
Reserve Parachute
Installation
*Theretainingstrapwiththemagnetickeeperisfortransportationoftheharnessonly.Leavingitinplacewhileying
means there is a risk that you could grab the keeper along with the handle and be unable to throw the handle.
Make sure you perform a practice throw from a static hangpoint. Not only does this ensure the correct functioning of
your deployment system, but it also allows you to become more familiar with the installation process.
Please note, the parachute can only be deployed with the right hand.
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