Swing MIRAGE2 RS User manual

Revision: 1.0
Date: 06.09.2021
Dear MIRAGE 2 RS owner
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A SPEEDWING FROM SWING!
This operating manual is an important part of your glider. In it you will find
instructions, important information on safety, care and maintenance, as well as
tips on flying techniques and information about the sport in general.
Please read this document carefully before use!
We hope that you will experience many years of flying pleasure with your
MIRAGE 2 RS. Your Speedwing is characterised by innovative design, first-class
materials and high-quality manufacturing.
The life of your Speedwing depends largely on how you handle the material. If
you follow the care instructions and handle your MIRAGE 2 RS with care, you will
enjoy it for a long time.
If you have any questions beyond the scope of these operating instructions,
please contact your SWING dealer or SWING directly. You will find our contact
details in the appendix.
We hope you enjoy using the MIRAGE 2 RS.
Your SWING Team
This Speedwing is equipped with SWING Ram Air Section Technology (RAST).

WARNING
Read manual before use!
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INFORMATION
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in the section “SWING on the World Wide Web”.
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Contents
01 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 5
MANUAL ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Special text .....................................................................................................................................5
SWING FLUGSPORTGERÄTE AND THE ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................. 6
02 BASIC RULES FOR USE ......................................................................................................... 7
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................... 7
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY..................................................................................................................... 8
Risk Prevention ...............................................................................................................................8
Ten safety rules ...............................................................................................................................8
LIABILITY AND WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS, OPERATING LIMITS ............................................................................ 9
Intended use ...................................................................................................................................9
Operating limits ..............................................................................................................................9
EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS ...................................................................................... 10
03 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................. 11
MANUFACTURE OF THE MIRAGE 2 RS................................................................................................. 11
RAST ............................................................................................................................................. 11
TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................................................................... 12
04 SETTING UP THE MIRAGE 2 RS AND FIRST-FLYING ............................................................. 13
BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT .................................................................................................................... 13
Adjusting the main brake lines .....................................................................................................13
RESCUE PARACHUTE ........................................................................................................................... 14
SUITABLE HARNESSES ......................................................................................................................... 15
TRAGEGURTE & TRIMMER ................................................................................................................... 15
Trimmer positions .........................................................................................................................16
Facts about the trimmer settings ..................................................................................................16
Replacing the trimmer webbing ...................................................................................................17
YOUR SPEEDBAG ............................................................................................................................... 17
05 USE ................................................................................................................................... 18
THE 10 SAFETY RULES LISTED ABOVE SHOULD BE SECOND NATURE! ............................................................... 18
Launch preparations .....................................................................................................................18
First flight ......................................................................................................................................18
Pre-flight check .............................................................................................................................18
LAUNCH CHECK ................................................................................................................................. 18
LAUNCH .......................................................................................................................................... 19
LEVEL FLIGHT .................................................................................................................................... 20
TURNING FLIGHT ............................................................................................................................... 20
C-BRIDGE CONTROL .......................................................................................................................... 20
EMERGENCY CONTROL ........................................................................................................................ 20
LANDING ......................................................................................................................................... 20

06 STORING AND LOOKING AFTER ......................................................................................... 21
Temperature range .......................................................................................................................21
Advertising and adhesive sails ......................................................................................................21
STORING ......................................................................................................................................... 21
Storing and Transport ...................................................................................................................21
HANDLE WITH CARE ........................................................................................................................... 21
Dampness / humidity ....................................................................................................................22
Contact with salt water ................................................................................................................22
Sand and salt air ...........................................................................................................................23
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................23
07 REPAIRS, INSPECTIONS AND WARRANTY .......................................................................... 24
TYPE DESIGNATION ............................................................................................................................ 24
SPAREPARTS..................................................................................................................................... 24
REPAIRS .......................................................................................................................................... 24
Small repairs to the glider .............................................................................................................24
SWING workshops ........................................................................................................................24
REGULAR INSPECTIONS ....................................................................................................................... 24
Lines ..............................................................................................................................................24
INSPECTION ..................................................................................................................................... 25
General .........................................................................................................................................25
Inspection periods .........................................................................................................................25
Validity of inspection ....................................................................................................................25
Checking by yourself .....................................................................................................................26
08 SWING ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB ................................................................................... 26
SWING WEBSITE ............................................................................................................................. 26
Facebook, Twitter & youtube ........................................................................................................26
Speedflying Team .........................................................................................................................27
Instagram .....................................................................................................................................27
APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................. 27
ADDRESSES ...................................................................................................................................... 27
SWING Flugsportgeräte GmbH .....................................................................................................27
Paraglider recycling ......................................................................................................................27
SPEEDWING DETAILS .......................................................................................................................... 28
PILOT DETAILS / PROOF OF OWNERSHIP .................................................................................................. 28
INSPECTION AND REPAIRS CARRIED OUT: ................................................................................................. 28
NOTES ............................................................................................................................................ 29

Introduction
Chapter 01
5
01 Introduction
Manual
Be sure to read these operating
instructions carefully before using the
Mirage 2 RS for the first time. This will
help you to familiarise yourself with
new functions and tell you how to get
the most out of the Mirage 2 RS.
Information in these operating
instructions regarding the design of
the Speedwing, technical data and
illustrations are subject to non-binding
changes. We reserve the right to make
changes without prior notice.
The marking of special texts is based
on ANSI Z535.6.
The operating instructions consist of a
total of three parts which include the
following:
1. operating instructions (present):
Instructions for the commissioning and
operation of the Speedwing.
2. service and inspection booklet
(PDF/download):
Technical data as well as unit-specific
information for inspection
Special text
DANGER
Sections of text headed “Danger”
indicate a situation where there is
imminent danger, which in all
probability will lead to death or
serious injury, if the instructions
given are not followed.
WARNING
Sections of text headed “Warning”
indicate a potentially dangerous
situation, which may lead to death
or serious injury, if the instructions
are not followed.
CAUTION
Sections of text headed “Caution”
indicate a potentially dangerous
situation, which may lead to minor
or slight injury, if the instructions
are not followed.
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PLEASE NOTE
Sections of text headed “Please
note” indicate possible damage to
property, which may occur if the
instructions are not followed.
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TIP
Sections of text headed “Tip” give
advice or tips which will make it
easier to use your paraglider.

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Chapter 01
Introduction
Series of instructions
In this Manual, instructions which must
be followed in a certain order are
numbered consecutively.
< Where there is a series of
pictures with step-by-step instructions,
each step has the same number as the
corresponding picture.
d Letters are used where there is a
series of pictures but the order is not
relevant.
Lists of parts
Numbers circled in red () refer to
various parts of the item pictured. A list
of the numbers and the name of the
part labelled follows the picture.
Bullet points
Bullet points are used in the Manual for
lists.
Example:
• risers
• lines
Paraglider manual on the internet
Additional information
about your paraglider and
any updates to the Manual
can be found on our website
at www.SWING.de.
This Manual was current at the time of
going to print. This Manual can be
downloaded from SWING’s website
prior to print.
SWING Flugsportgeräte and
the environment
Protection of the environment, safety
and quality are the three core values of
SWING Flugsportgeräte GmbH and
they have implications for everything
we do. We also believe that our
customers share our environmental
awareness.
Respect for nature and the
environment
You can easily play a part in protecting
the environment by practising our
sport in such a way that there is no
damage to nature and the areas in
which we fly. Keep to marked trails,
take your rubbish away with you,
refrain from making unnecessary noise
and respect the sensitive biological
equilibrium of nature. Consideration for
nature is required even at the launch
site!
Smokers – please do not leave any
cigarette butts, matches etc. at flying
sites.
Paragliding is, of course, an outdoor
sport – protect and preserve our
planet’s resources.
Environmentally friendly recycling
SWING gives consideration to the
entire life cycle of its paragliders, the
final stage of which is recycling in an
environmentally friendly manner. The
synthetic materials used in a paraglider
must be disposed of properly. If you are
not able to arrange appropriate
disposal, SWING will be happy to
recycle the paraglider for you. Send the
glider with a short note to this effect to
the address given in the Appendix.

Basic rules for use
Chapter 02
7
02 Basic rules for use
Safety instructions
• Before using the glider for the first
time, the operating instructions
must be read carefully and handed
over to the third party if the glider is
passed on or sold.
• Only acceleration on the ground
with the canopy fully open until
take-off is permitted as a launch (no
cliff, D-bag or similar launches).
• The MIRAGE 2 RS may only be used
for speedflying and speedriding.
Never use it as a jump or personal
parachute.
• Extreme caution must be exercised
when using the device.
• This product may only be operated
by persons who are in good physical
condition and have the appropriate
experience and skill in the sport of
flying.
• Use at your own risk. The
manufacturer is not liable for any
personal injury or material damage
arising in connection with the use of
the MIRAGE 2 RS. Any danger to
third parties must be excluded.
• Do not modify the construction of
the MIRAGE 2 RS under any
circumstances, as this will invalidate
any warranty claim and any
operating permit.
• First familiarise yourself with your
MIRAGE 2 RS on the practice slope.
• The legislation in force in the
respective countries concerning the
use of this device must be followed.
• We recommend that you undertake
training (if you do not already hold a
paragliding or parachuting licence)
and then be instructed in
speedflying and speedriding.
• The MIRAGE 2 RS must not be used
for aerobatics. The glider has not
been developed and tested for
aerobatics. Aerobatics include all
flight conditions with an inclination
of more than 135 degrees around
the lateral or longitudinal axis as
well as all flight conditions with stall.
• After 100 hours or 24 months
(whichever comes first) the MIRAGE
2 RS must be inspected in
accordance with the inspection
instructions. If damaged or used
parts need to be replaced, use only
original parts from SWING
Flugsportgeräte GmbH.
WARNING
Have your Mirage 2 RS checked
regularly.
Altered flight behaviour due to trim
changes can lead to accidents and
serious injuries!
Observe the other specific safety
advice in the various sections of this
Manual.

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Chapter 02
Basic rules fo
Personal responsibility
Before using your MIRAGE 2 RS for the
first time, you agree that you have read
and understood the entire MIRAGE 2
RS Owner's Manual, including all
instructions and warnings contained
herein.
In addition, you agree to ensure that
any other user (who takes over the
product from you permanently or
temporarily) has also read and
understood the entire instruction
manual, including all instructions and
warnings, before using your MIRAGE 2
RS.
Risk Prevention
Use of the MIRAGE 2 RS and its
components involves certain risks of
bodily injury or death to the user of this
product or to others.
By using the MIRAGE 2 RS, you agree
to assume and accept all known and
unknown, probable and improbable
risks of injury.
The dangers associated with the
practice of this sport can be reduced
by careful attention to the warnings
listed in this instruction manual.
Ten safety rules
The greatest risk in speedflying and
speedriding is simplicity. It tempts you
to forget or ignore the dangers. Be
careful when the feeling of normality
arises.
1. Check the objective dangers!
Weather: Never fly in a foehn,
thunderstorm or cold front! Even
though your MIRAGE 2 RS offers
maximum safety, the dangers of
extreme turbulence cannot be
calculated.
Avalanches: Only move in unsecured
terrain with the necessary training and
equipment (avalanche transceiver,
shovel, etc.).
2. Check your equipment!
Take a close look at your equipment
before every launch and only launch
with undamaged material! Adapt your
equipment to the conditions: We
recommend carrying an emergency
parachute in case of a larger slope
distance.
3. Check yourself!
Never fly if you feel unwell, whether
you are physically unfit or worried. The
mountains don't run away - give
yourself a rest day.
4. What if...? Make a "Plan B"!
Don't make impulsive decisions. Take
your time to analyse the situation.
Always have a plan B (e.g. choice of
route, emergency landing sites, etc.).
5. Always make a "safetyrun"!
Explore a new route by flying with
sufficient altitude. While doing so, keep
an eye out for possible obstacles. Make
sure that flying close to the terrain
does not endanger third parties either.
6. Foot launch = increased risk!
Remember: Foot launching with the
MIRAGE 2 RS (= speedflying) increases
the risk potential many times over!
7. Have the courage to criticise!
Express criticism if you have the feeling
that people overestimate themselves.
In return: Be open to criticism, even if it
is unpleasant to admit mistakes.
8. Analyse your mistakes!
Analyse every near-accident as if it had
been a real accident and draw the
necessary lessons from it. Avoid
repeating the dangerous situation.

Basic rules for use
Chapter 02
9
9. NO FRONTRISER TURNS!
Never pull down the frontrisers (A-
risers)! Your SWING MIRAGE 2 RS could
react immediately with a collapse!
10. No risk - no fun; no limit - no life.
Respect your limits and don't exceed
them just because you are out with
experienced colleagues. Have the
courage to do without!
WARNING
SPEEDRIDING AND SPEEDFLYING IS
DANGEROUS!
Only with careful risk management
can this sport be practiced with an
acceptable residual risk.
Liability and warranty
exclusions, operating limits
Use the Mirage 2 RS at your own risk!
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for any personal injury or material
damage that occurs in connection with
SWING Speedwings. Any modification
(construction, but also brake lines
beyond the permissible tolerances) or
improper repair to this Speedwing as
well as missed inspections (annual and
2-year check) will result in the expiry of
the operating licence and warranty.
Each pilot is responsible for his own
safety and must ensure that the
Speedwing is checked for
airworthiness before each launch. A
launch may only take place if the
Speedwing is airworthy. Furthermore,
the pilot must comply with the
respective national regulations outside
Germany.
Intended use
The MIRAGE 2 RS has been developed
for speedflying and speedriding.
The MIRAGE 2 RS may only be used for
speedflying and speedriding.
The only take-off permitted is
acceleration on the ground with the
canopy fully open until take-off (no cliff,
D-bag or similar take-offs).
Operating limits
The MIRAGE 2 RS may only be
operated within the operating limits.
These are exceeded if one or more of
the following apply:
• use outside the permissible weight
range
• use with wet or icy canopy or lines
or in conditions that may cause this
to happen
• temperatures below -20°C and
above 50°C
• turbulent weather conditions and
wind speeds at the launch site that
are higher than 2/3 of the maximum
flyable speed (depending on the
launch weight) of the glider
• aerobatics / extreme flight or flight
maneuvers with inclinations of
more than 135 degrees
• maneuvers with loads below 0g and
above 4g
• spiral dive
• unauthorized modifications to
canopy, lines or risers
WARNING
The operating limits must be
observed throughout the entire
flight.

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Chapter 02
Basic rules fo
Exclusion of liability and
waiver of claims
The company SWING Flugsportgeräte
GmbH expressly points out that no
liability whatsoever is accepted by the
company SWING in the event of use!
By using the MIRAGE 2 RS you agree to
the following:
• Waiver of all claims whatsoever
arising from the use of the MIRAGE
2 RS and its components which you
wish to assert now or in the future
against SWING Flugsportgeräte
GmbH and all other contractual
partners.
• Release SWING Flugsportgeräte
GmbH and all other contractual
partners from any claims for liability,
loss, damage, injury or expenses
which may affect you, your next of
kin and relatives or other users of
your MIRAGE 2 RS, insofar as these
result from the use or from the
manufacture and processing of the
MIRAGE 2 RS and its components.
Upon death or disability, all of the
terms and conditions set forth herein
shall become effective and binding
upon your heirs, next of kin, executors,
administrators, successors and legal
representatives.
SWING Flugsportgeräte GmbH and all
other contractual partners have not
made any other oral or written
representations and expressly deny
that this has been done, with the
exception of what is stated in the
MIRAGE 2 RS operating manual.

Technical description
Chapter 03
11
03 Technical
description
Manufacture of the
MIRAGE 2 RS
The MIRAGE 2 RS is manufactured by
SWING using the most modern
machines and processing techniques.
A precise quality control is carried out
after each processing step. This quality
control naturally also includes the
incoming inspection of the materials
used. In this way we try to exclude
material defects and can trace the
exact origin of all materials used.
Technologies
The following technologies were used
in the MIRAGE 2 RS by our
development team:
• revised canopy profile
• RAST technology
• aerodynamically optimised profile
nose incl. Nitinol Wires
• high cell density for a dimensionally
stable profile with higher
performance
• long, progressive brake travel
• light material mix
• Split-A Riser
• C-Bridge
• 12 mm webbing width
• optimized trimmers
• dirt outlets at the trailing edge
• completely new color design
RAST
The MIRAGE 2 RS features
Swing’s unique Ram Air
Section Technology, known
as ‘RAST’ for short.
This system divides the interior of the
paraglider into several chambers
crossways to the flight direction.
Fig. 1. Sketch RAST
Through defined openings, the air
flowing in or out is regulated in such a
way that it can influence the filling
behaviour (during the starting process)
and also the emptying of the
Speedwing canopy (in the event of
canopy malfunctions).
Inflation behaviour
When the Speedwing is inflated, RAST
delays the inflowing air. This means
that the flow-relevant front part of the
profile is formed much faster and the
glider immediately starts to rise away
from the ground. During the further
inflation process, the rear part of the
canopy is only slowly filled with air,
resulting in a very harmonious and
even launch behaviour without any
tendency to overshoot or lever out.

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Chapter 03
Technical desc
Flight behavior
RAST shows its full strength in
turbulent air: RAST effectively stabilises
the canopy and smoothly balances
turbulent air.
Through more direct and precise
handling, it offers more control in
turbulent conditions.
This makes the MIRAGE 2 RS extremely
stable and forgiving, which means
significantly more precision and
effective performance for the pilot.
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TIP
Do not be tempted by the increased
safety offered by RAST into taking
greater risks. Instead, you should use
RAST as your personal crumple zone
if there is ever a situation where you
have misjudged conditions.
Type testing
The Mirage 2 RS has been extensively
and successfully tested by SWING for
its suitability for the intended use.
In addition, the strength according to
DIN EN 926-1:2016 was verified by an
accredited licensing body.
Please refer to the technical data for
the total masses permissible for
operation.
The MIRAGE 2 RS does not comply with
the German LTF NFL HG GS 2-565-20
for hang gliders and paragliders.
Technical data
MIRAGE 2 RS
8,5
9,5
11
13
15
Number of cells
27
27
27
27
27
Glider weight [kg]
1,7
1,8
2,0
2,2
2,4
Wing area [m²]
7,8
8,8
10,5
12,5
15
Wing area
projected [m²]
6,8
7,6
9,0
11,0
13,0
Wing span [m]
5,4
5,8
6,3
6,9
7,6
Wing span
projected [m]
4,5
4,8
5,2
5,7
6,3
Aspect ratio
3,8
3,8
3,8
3,8
3,8
Aspect ratio
projected
2,8
2,8
2,8
2,8
2,8
Maximum allowed
take off weight [kg]
50-119
50-119
50-119
60-119
60-119
Further technical data and material information can be found in the service and
inspection booklet.

Setting up the MIRAGE 2 RS
Chapter 04
13
04 Setting up the
MIRAGE 2 RS and
first-flying
Before the first flight
During production, the MIRAGE 2 RS
goes through several quality control
checks before finally undergoing an
exact type certification test. Conformity
with the reference specimen is
checked and certified before the glider
is delivered to the customer. Extreme
care is taken in the manufacture of all
patterns, lines and riser lengths. They
show a high level of precision and
should not be altered under any
circumstances.
WARNING
Any changes or improper repairs to
this Speedwing render invalid the
certification and warranty.
Adjusting the main brake lines
The MIRAGE 2 RS is delivered ex-
factory with a brake adjustment
complying with that of the test sample.
This position is marked on the steering
line.
This adjustment will allow you to steer
and land the paraglider with almost no
time lag.
The main brake lines must be checked
by an expert before the test flight and
must be fastened so that the mark is
visible approx. 5mm above the knot.
The length of the break line must not
be altered.
Looping of the brake handles.
Fig. 2. Recommended variant; hand
guided through brake loop
Fig. 3. Back view of Fig. 2

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Chapter 04
Setting up the
WARNUNG
If the brake lines are too short, the
following risks could arise:
• there could be an early stall
• the Speedwing does not launch
well and there is a risk of deep
stall
• the paraglider exhibits dangerous
behaviour in extreme flying
Environmental conditions can also
lead to the brake lines shortening.
You should therefore check brake line
length regularly, particularly if there is
any change in launch or flight
behaviour.
If the brakes are shortened, care must
be taken that the Speedwing is not
slowed down in trim and accelerated
flight because of the brake lines being
too short. Safety issues may arise and
performance and launch behaviour
may deteriorate if the brake lines are
shortened too much.
Brake knots
The overhand knot shown below is the
most suitable for connecting the brake
line to the brake handle.
WARNING
Loose, unsuitable or incorrectly tied
brake line knots can cause the main
brake line to loosen and then lead to
loss of control of the glider.
Ensure that only overhand knots are
used and that they are tied correctly.
Fig. 4. Overhand- knot
Fig. 5. Palstek-knot
In the area of the brake line / brake
handle connection there is a swivel
which prevents the main brake line
from twisting in a helical manner.
Rescue parachute
For emergency situations with
permanent failure of the Speedwing,
for example after a collision with
another aircraft, it is recommended to
carry a certified rescue parachute.

Setting up the MIRAGE 2 RS
Chapter 04
15
When selecting a rescue parachute,
ensure that the intended take-off
weight is adhered to. The rescue
parachute must be attached according
to the manufacturer's instructions.
Suitable harnesses
Caution: Never use the MIRAGE 2 RS
with a harness with a seatboard or
even a recumbent harness!
The MIRAGE 2 RS can become
extremely difficult to uncontrollable
when combined with this type of
harness!
If you have any questions or doubts
about using your harness with the
MIRAGE 2 RS, please contact your
SWING dealer or SWING directly.
Tragegurte & Trimmer
WARNUNG
NO FRONTRISER TURNS!
The 3-liner construction does not
allow front riser turns! Pulling on the
front risers inevitably leads to a
clatter, which can have fatal
consequences!
The MIRAGE 2 RS has brake handles
(toggles) for steering.
The riser of your MIRAGE 2 RS is
designed so that you can operate
everything with gloves on. The MIRAGE
2 RS riser has an anti-rotation device on
the B-plane. In addition, the B-plane is
deflected again to change the profile
and angle of attack more effectively
when the trimmers are opened. This
counteracts any vibration of the
canopy. The SWING Speedflying Team
advises every pilot who wishes to fly his
MIRAGE 2 RS over the backrisers to do
so between the B- and C-risers on the
marked C-bridge.
The trimmer travel itself has a strong
effect on the "Dive & Speed" of your
MIRAGE 2 RS.
Therefore, keep the trimmer closed for
your first flights and slowly familiarise
yourself with it.
The trimmer allows you to fly with the
best glide when closed. Open your
trimmer to take advantage of the
"dive" or to lose altitude. To adjust the
trimmers in flight, keep the brake
handles in your hands and operate the
trimmers symmetrically. If you adjust
the trimmers asymmetrically (e.g. if you
open one at a time) your MIRAGE 2 RS
will fly an aggressive turn to the side of
the closed trimmer. The rubber band
also prevents the trimmer ribbon from
fluttering when the trimmers are
closed, as it fixes it in place.
Fig. 6. Trimmer
However, also bear in mind that when
opening the trimmers step by step,
they can suddenly snap open
completely without you wanting them
to. Afterwards, simply pull the
trimmers back to the desired position.
Approach fully opening the trimmers
step by step. The "speed & dive"
increases greatly with the trimmers
open. After you have become familiar
with the MIRAGE 2 RS with the
trimmers closed, be sure to approach
full trimmer travel slowly and gradually,
as the "Dive" glide angle decreases

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Chapter 04
Setting up the
sharply. Keep in mind that the turn
sink increases greatly when the
trimmers are opened!
Trimmer positions
• Best glide: Trimmers fully closed
and brakes applied at approx. 15%
(let arms hang down).
• Highest collapse stability in
turbulent air: trimmers completely
closed and "actively flying" with the
brake handles
• Maximum speed in steepest flight:
trimmers completely open, 0%
brake
• Minimum sink: approx. 50% brake
• Minimum sink in turns: trimmer
fully closed
• Maximum height loss in curves:
trimmer fully open
Facts about the trimmer settings
• The trimmers not only change the
sink rate, but also the response of
your MIRAGE 2 RS to weight shift.
Your MIRAGE 2 RS responds best to
weight shift with the trimmers
closed. It reacts least with the
trimmers fully open.
• The more you open the trimmers,
the longer the braking distances
will be. The position of the brake
handles in the zero position is then
further up.
• The trimmers affect the length of
the braking distances, but not their
minimum airspeed. This means that
your touchdown speed does not
depend on the trim position.
• Your MIRAGE 2 RS will become
more "pitchy" the more you open
the trimmers, which means, for
example, that it can shoot forward
more during take-off.
• Avoid flying for long periods with
the trimmers fully open and the
brakes applied sharply. You may feel
a slight vibration on the brake.
WARNING
Never fly with the trimmers
completely open in turbulence!
Basic rule:
Closed trimmers:
Normal flight
Fig. 7. Trimmers closed
Open trimmers:
more "Speed & Dive"
(Dive with open brakes)
Fig. 8. Trimmer opened

Setting up the MIRAGE 2 RS
Chapter 04
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Replacing the trimmer webbing
Frequent operation of the trimmers
during flight causes the trimmer
webbing to wear out. It can then
happen that the trimmers open
unintentionally in flight (possibly only
on one side). If this happens
frequently, the trimmer webbing
must be replaced. Please contact your
dealer or SWING directly.
Your Speedbag
Fig. 9. Speedbag-bags on your SWING
Speed Harness
The speedbag makes it much easier for
you to use the MIRAGE 2 RS and is
MANDATORY in most speedriding
sites!
For take-off: take the glider out of the
speedbag, roll up the speedbag and
pack it into the side pocket of your
harness.
After riding: Gather the MIRAGE 2 RS,
take out the speedbag and lay it open
next to the glider. Place the gathered
paraglider on the unfolded speedbag,
stow the paraglider in the speedbag
and pull the speedbag closed, hook the
speedbag to the harness
When stowing the MIRAGE 2 RS,
always make sure that all lines and
straps are inside the speedbag and
that nothing is hanging out with which
you could get caught.
After the last run of the day, you can
also fix the risers to the speedbag's
webbing by pulling the webbing
through the riser loops.

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Chapter 05
Use
05 Use
The 10 safety rules listed above should
be second nature!
Behaviour in the skiing and
flying area
First of all, some important rules that
you should observe in the skiing and
flying area:
• First clarify the local conditions, e.g.
with the lift operator. Is speedflying
or speedriding permitted or
prohibited, which rules should be
observed?
• When speedriding, always keep off-
piste, and when speedflying, adhere
to the local regulations regarding
minimum distances.
• If there are designated speedriding
zones, stick to them
• Pack your MIRAGE 2 RS in the
speedbag before you go back on
the ski slope.
• Make sure that you do not get
caught anywhere with your harness
or speedbag so as not to disrupt lift
operations!
• Any danger to third parties,
especially skiers, must generally be
ruled out.
Please keep in mind that more speed
riders and speed flyers want to have
fun in the area.
Launch preparations
First flight
Before your first launch, familiarize
yourself with the SWING MIRAGE 2 RS
by doing wind-up exercises and
practicing a few runs, take-off, flight
behavior and landing on a practice
slope.
Your first runs should take place in a
terrain you know well and are
comfortable with, and should start with
a Safetyrun.
WARNING
Do not overestimate yourself. Do not
let your own or other pilots'
overconfidence lead you into
reckless behaviour.
Pre-flight check
Check your material carefully before
each run:
• No tears or other damage to the sail
• No knots or overthrows in the lines
• Brake lines free to move and firmly
connected to the handle
• Correct adjustment of the brake line
length
• Check the screw shackles on the
lines and on the risers (tightly
closed and secured).
• No damage to risers and seams
• Trimmer strap undamaged and
trimmer buckles not slipping
through
• No damage to the harness
• Rescue handle properly secured, if
present
Launch check
Check the most important safety-
relevant points immediately before
take-off, preferably always in the same
order so as not to forget anything:
1. personal equipment (harness,
carabiners, reserve parachute and
helmet) properly put on, all loops
closed and all buckles securely
locked?
2. parachute properly laid out and
risers free and untwisted?