UP Kibo User manual

Owner's Manual
and Service Booklet
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Version 1.0
Effective: 02/2016
Updated: 02/2016

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Table of contents
WELCOME IN OUR TEAM....................................................................................................5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................6
CORRECT BEHAVIOUR IN RELATION TO THE ENVIRONMENT.............................6
DEVELOPMENT OF PARAGLIDERS..................................................................................7
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................................................7
Purpose...............................................................................................................................8
LTF and EN classification ..................................................................................................8
Target group and recommended flying experience.............................................................8
Necessary skills for normal flights......................................................................................8
Necessary skills for dealing with disturbances....................................................................8
Necessary skills for dealing with rapid descent methods....................................................8
Suitability for training......................................................................................................... 8
Recommended Takeoff weight.............................................................................................8
TECHNICAL DATA UP KIBO .............................................................................................10
CONSTRUCTION ......................................................................................................................11
Aerofoil Stabilising System² .............................................................................................. 11
CANOPY MATERIAL................................................................................................................. 12
LINE MATERIAL ......................................................................................................................12
LINE SYSTEM .......................................................................................................................... 12
RISERS....................................................................................................................................13
UP BACKPACK........................................................................................................................ 15
Adjustment of the back pack..............................................................................................15
Packing tips.......................................................................................................................15
BEFORE THE FIRST FLIGHT ............................................................................................ 16
ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................................................17
Position of the brakes........................................................................................................17
Speed system .....................................................................................................................19
SUITABLE HARNESSES .............................................................................................................19
RESCUE SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 20
USE OF THE UP KIBO ..............................................................................................................20
AEROBATICS........................................................................................................................... 20
MOTORISED PARAGLIDING......................................................................................................20
FLIGHT PRACTICE AND SAFETY....................................................................................20
FLIGHT PRACTICE..............................................................................................................20
PRE-FLIGHT CHECK ................................................................................................................. 20

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THE START PHASES .................................................................................................................21
SPEED CONTROL .....................................................................................................................22
Using the brakes ............................................................................................................... 22
Using the Speed System.....................................................................................................22
TURNING ................................................................................................................................ 22
LANDING ................................................................................................................................ 23
WINCH TOWING ...................................................................................................................... 23
Attaching the towline release system................................................................................. 23
FLIGHT SAFETY...................................................................................................................24
THERMALS AND TURBULENCE.................................................................................................24
GETTING DOWN FAST .............................................................................................................. 24
Steep Spiral Dive............................................................................................................... 25
B-Line Stalls...................................................................................................................... 25
Big Ears ............................................................................................................................ 26
FLYING OUTSIDE THE NORMAL FLIGHT ENVELOPE..............................................26
BEHAVIOUR IN EXTREME SITUATIONS......................................................................................26
COLLAPSING THE PARAGLIDER ................................................................................................27
Asymmetric collapse ......................................................................................................... 27
Cravatte ............................................................................................................................ 27
Full frontal collapse..........................................................................................................27
THE STALLS ............................................................................................................................27
Deep Stall.......................................................................................................................... 28
Fullstall............................................................................................................................. 28
Spin...................................................................................................................................29
WINGOVERS ...........................................................................................................................29
EMERGENCY STEERING...........................................................................................................29
FURTHER REFERENCES ............................................................................................................ 29
Rain-induced deep stall..................................................................................................... 29
Adhesive logos ..................................................................................................................30
Overloading ...................................................................................................................... 30
Salt water..........................................................................................................................30
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING.....................................................................................30
TAKING CARE OF YOUR PARAGLIDER.......................................................................................30
Packing the wing............................................................................................................... 30
Paraglider fabric .............................................................................................................. 32
Paraglider lines ................................................................................................................ 33
Storage and transport ....................................................................................................... 33
CLEANING ..............................................................................................................................34
CHANGING ASS BATTENS ......................................................................................................34
CHECKS AND REPAIRS ......................................................................................................35
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................35
Airworthiness Check.........................................................................................................35

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UP Craftsmanship.............................................................................................................35
UP WARRANTY ......................................................................................................................35
National warranty conditions ...........................................................................................36
International UP warranty................................................................................................36
CHECKING THE UP KIBO......................................................................................................... 36
PACKING AND CHECKING OF THE RESCUE SYSTEM.................................................................... 37
SENDING THE UP GLIDER AND OTHER UP PRODUCTS............................................................... 37
DISPOSAL............................................................................................................................... 37
UP HOMEPAGE..................................................................................................................... 37
SOME FINAL WORDS ..........................................................................................................37
ATTACHMENTS....................................................................................................................39
LINE PLAN .............................................................................................................................. 39
LINE LENGTH ..........................................................................................................................40
SERVICE BOOKLET ..................................................................................................................41
GLIDER-AND PILOT DATA .......................................................................................................41
PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD ...............................................................................................45
Important
The following symbols are used to draw attention to particular sections:
WARNING!
Failing to comply with instructions given here
may lead to injury or death!
BEWARE!
Failing to comply with instructions given here
may cause undue wear to, or even damage, your
new wing.
NOTICE
This pictogram indicates a tip or some helpful
extra knowledge.

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Welcome in our team
Congratulations on the purchase of your new UP Kibo. UP International is renowned
across the globe for designing and building the finest paragliders available –
paragliders characterised by maximum safety, performance and quality in every
aspect.
Please take a little time to complete and send the reply card found in the back of this
manual. This way we can keep you informed of all new products and developments at
UP, as well as any technical information about the UP Kibo.
We would also be delighted to hear any feedback you have concerning the glider. This
is only possible once we have received your product registration, either through
completing and sending the attached product registration card, or by doing the same
online via www.up-paragliders.com>service>product registration. Your completed
product registration is also needed should any warranty issues arise.
If you have any questions regarding your paraglider or auxiliary equipment please ask
your local dealer or feel free to contact us here at UP directly.
Have fun with your new UP Kibo!
UP International Team

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Safety instructions
Paragliding is an extremely
demanding sport requiring the
highest levels of attention,
judgement, maturity, and self-
discipline. Due to the inherent
risks in flying this or any
paraglider, no warranty of any kind
can be made against accidents, injury,
equipment failure, and/or death. This
glider is not covered by product liability
insurance. Do not fly it unless you are
personally willing to assume all risks
inherent in the sport of paragliding and all
responsibility for any property damage,
injury, or death, which may result from use
of this paraglider.
Please read this owner's manual
thoroughly before your first flight with the
UP Kibo so that you are fully acquainted
with your new glider. This manual gives
you information on the entire specific and
general flying characteristics of the UP
Kibo, but it does not replace attending a
paragliding school. It is important to note
the following points:
at the time of delivery the UP Kibo
conforms to LTF NFL II-91/09 and
EN 926-2:2014 requirements (see
certification information later in this
manual),
any changes being made outside the
permitted range of adjustment
invalidate any and all claims under
the warranty,
using this paraglider is exclusively at
the risk of the user; the manufacturer
or distributor assumes no
responsibility for accidents occurring
while using it,
it is assumed that the pilot is in
possession of the necessary
qualifications and provisions of
any relevant laws are observed,
when reselling the wing please
make sure you also give this
manual to the new owner. The
manual is an integrated part of
the paraglider and is required for
the wing to keep its certification.
Correct behaviour
in relation to the
environment
Paragliding is a particularly nature-
friendly sport. This makes it all the
more important that we as paraglider
pilots behave in a responsible way
towards both the environment and the
people sharing it with us. We
encourage you to treat nature with
respect, to stay on marked hiking trails
when walking to takeoff or hiking out
from an XC landing, to avoid
unnecessary noise, to never litter and
to observe all local regulations.
Please also make sure to comply with
legislation regarding protected areas,
privately owned property or hunting
arenas –this ensures the least
possible friction in relation to other
users of the great outdoors, to the
benefit of both yourself and the sport
as a whole.

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Development of
paragliders
Admitted; we're proud of our history. No
other company in the free flying world can
look back on such an expansive history as
we can. The UP story started back in 1970
when Pete Brock graduated from the Art
Center, a world famous school for design
and engineering in Pasadena, California,
and promptly created some of the most
legendary race cars ever –the Daytona
Coupe from General Motors was one –
and then went on to become fascinated by
the emerging sport of hang gliding –at
that time probably the maddest pastime of
them all. After founding Ultralite Products
he introduces his first wing, the Dragonfly,
and soon the new company becomes
known under the UP acronym…
Pete Brock’s spirit survives to this day in
everything we do at UP International –we
still have our very own way of seeing
things and designing things. This entails
building paragliders that are not only as
safe as they come, they must also meet
the very high standards we set ourselves.
Among these is the continued use of the
most advanced technology available both
in the designing and manufacturing
process, but also the feel, the handling
and the performance of the finished
product. All this because we're addicted to
building wings that will fascinate you. A
good paraglider is comprised of a number
of interacting factors of which looks, feel,
handling and performance are but a few.
Only when all these come together in the
final product can we claim to have built a
wing that is homogeneous and
pleasurable to fly; and only then we're
happy, and ready to introduce our new UP
baby to the free flying world.
Our gliders are developed using state-
of-the-art CAD software. Our programs
allow us to do the initial flight testing in
a virtual environment where we can
simulate a great many things before
even assembling the first prototypes.
Once we're happy with the new
prototype’s behaviour in the virtual
environment, the program generates
the templates after which the glider is
sewn. When a new prototype arrives
from our proto-building experts
everyone at UP is excited about the
prospects of trying it out in real life.
The practical tests may show that
further modifications are needed –
these may be carried out on the
existing wing, or a new prototype is
built with the mods already
incorporated. In exceptional cases this
may continue through several
prototypes, for only when we're 100%
satisfied do we submit our new wing to
homologation testing with the testing
houses. We owe it to our customers,
and to our own history, to be particular
about which products earn the UP
badge.
Technical
description
The UP Kibo was built to fulfil the
expectations to a modern, safe and
fast Intermediate wing. The launching
is excellent and the performance
figures impressive.
As with all UP products, the materials
used have been carefully chosen for
their outstanding quality and strength
to guarantee a long and trouble-free
service life.

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Further construction details, including line
lengths, are included in the certification
specification sheets, which form part of
this manual. Any technical changes will
appear in the appendix.
Purpose
According to LTF 91/09 the Kibo is an air
sport vehicle (class paraglider) with an
empty weight of less than 120 kg.
LTF and EN classification
The UP Kibo is certified to the following
classification: LTF09/EN B for all sizes.
Target group and
recommended flying
experience
Thermal and XC pilots flying regularly and
possessing advanced flying skills. We
believe that a minimum of 20-30 hours of
airtime/year is a sensible limit to set.
Necessary skills for normal
flights
Due to the somewhat shorter brake line
travel (compared to EN A wings)*, the
reduced roll dampening and the dynamic
handling, the flying and handling
behaviour of paragliders in this class
requires advanced, precise skills along
with the ability to fly instinctively and
intuitively.
Necessary skills for dealing
with disturbances
The glider behaviour in connection with
disturbances requires somewhat higher
skills than what is the case on LTF/EN A
wings. The pilot must possess a certain
amount of automated reactions and be
able to react quickly to incidents. We
recommend making sure that you have
the skills to sense disturbances before
they happen, and to deal with them
correctly once they do. Of particular
importance here are adequate skills for
dealing with asymmetrical or frontal
collapses. Should you not feel fully up
to the task we recommend visiting a
SIV clinic with your new wing.
Necessary skills for
dealing with rapid descent
methods
The behaviour during manoeuvres like
spiral dives or b-line stalls in this class
can be demanding. The pilot should
possess adequate skills for the safe
execution of these rapid descent
manoeuvres. In case of insufficient
skills or experience in this department
we strongly recommend partaking in
an SIV clinic with the new wing.
Suitability for training
Although a very simple and forgiving
wing for its class we do NOT consider
the UP Kibo suited for initial training.
Recommended Takeoff
weight
The UP Kibo is manufactured in four
sizes. Each size is optimised for the
middle of the weight range, but can be
flown anywhere within the weight
range. In order to help you find the
ideal size for your weight we have
compiled the following practical tips:
If your total takeoff weight is within the
middle 1/3 of a size's weight range
then this is the size for you.In this
range you will have the ideal
compromise between dynamic
handling and docile behaviour. We
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especially for pilots mainly flying in flatland
regions.
Pilots finding themselves in the middle,
between two sizes need to approach the
process somewhat differently.
Experienced pilots will generally know how
they prefer to fly, i.e. if they like to be
heavy on their wing or rather would have a
little buffer upwards, and will choose their
size accordingly.
Pilots with less experience are likely to
prefer the somewhat damped reactions
obtained from flying at lower wing loadings
–this speaks for choosing the larger of the
relevant sizes.
And finally, pilots preferring more dynamic
rides will want to load their wings up well,
and will be choosing a smaller size.

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Technical Data UP Kibo
Size SSM M L
Surface area flat [m²] 22,9 24,9 27,0 29,2
Surface area projected [m²] 19,2 20,9 22,7 24,6
Flat span [m] 11,5 12,0 12,5 12,9
Projected span [m] 8,9 9,3 9,7 10,1
Flat aspect ratio 5,7 5,7 5,7 5,7
Projected aspect ratio 4,1 4,1 4,1 4,1
Number of Chambers 49 49 49 49
Total line length incl. Brake [m] 257 268 279 290
Total # of lines incl.Brake
138 138 138 138
Glider weight [kg] 4,4 4,6 5,0 5,4
Takeoff weight [kg] 68-85 75-95 85-110 100-130
Accelerator travel [cm] 14,5 14,5 16,5 16,5
Number of risers (split A-risers) 3+1 3+1 3+1 3+1
Trimmer no no no no
LTF/EN Category B B B B
Description
Intermediate
Illustration 1:
Overview

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Construction
The UP Kibo is the true all-rounder, a
cross-country wing for almost everyone.
The handling is optimised for maximum
performance in lift, and for transmitting
information about the air to the pilot. It is
thus a more communicative wing than,
say, the new UP Makalu 4 –think of it as
the ideal mix between a Makalu 4 and a
Summit XC3. This makes it a great tool to
learn and progress on, for pilots wishing a
more relaxed flying experience than the
Summit XC3 will offer, or for those eager
to some day fly high-performance wings.
As with all UP wings, the new UP Kibo is
designed to perform. Here at UP we think
of our new baby as the perfect mile-
muncher, going through XC kilometers like
Smarties and being very relaxed about it
all the way. The way it flies is reminiscent
of the UP Summit XC3, just easier, so the
novice XC pilot may clock up those
important hours and km safe in the
knowledge that the wing will be looking
after them.
Illustration 2: CAD-drawing UP Kibo
The UP Kibo uses a similar New
Generation Aerofoil to the one used on the
Summit XC3 and the Trango XC3, but
optimised for this category of wing.
This means a moderate shark-nose
shape, perfect for biting through
turbulence and staying open when the
going gets rough. Just like its
performance siblings it converts
bumps to altitude well, meaning it will
help the budding XC pilot get the most
out of every outing both in terms of
flying pleasure and experience
accrual.
Aerofoil Stabilising
System²
Illustration 3: ASS
UP was first with the Aerofoil
Stabilising System, an idea that has
since been widely accepted in the
industry. The Kibo uses a modified
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chosen to call this the ASS². Instead of
Mylar® the ASS² comprises a Nylon®
batten that defines the leading edge
curvature and helps keeping the cell
opening open at all times. This Nylon®
batten is insusceptible to bending damage
and has no ageing properties –it will
normally outlast the rest of the canopy by
a good margin. This means that the UP
Kibo will retain its perfect launching
characteristics all through its service life.
In the unlikely event that a batten should
break it can be replaced in a few easy
steps –please refer to the chapter
“Replacing ASS battens” for guidelines.
Canopy material
The UP Kibo is sewn from polyamide
cloth, which is particularly stretch-resistant
and durable, and is specially treated for
maximum UV-resistance.
At UP we are always testing new materials
to see if our wings can benefit from new
developments in the textile industry. After
comprehensive tests we have settled on
the following Porcher Marine/Dominico
Textile material mix for the Kibo
Top Sail: 9017 E38 (Skytex 38
Universal, (Tuchgewicht 40 g/m²)
Bottom sail: DOKO-30DMF(WR),
(Tuchgewicht 38 g/ m²)
Rippen und V-Tapes: 9017 E29
(Skytex 40 Hard, Tuchgewicht 40
g/m²)
This mix comprises the best compromise
between weight/bulk and longevity.
Line material
The lines used on the UP Kibo are all
sheeted and unsheeted Dyneema®-
and Aramid lines made by Edelrid,
Liros and Cousin in different diameters
A new manufacturing process in which
the lines are pre-stretched makes
these lines particularly stretch-
resistant, and they have little or no
tendency to shrink. Their break-load is
noticeably higher than that of
comparable Aramide lines, and unlike
Aramide lines they are completely
insusceptible to bending-cycle
damage.
Line system
The entire line system is formed from
individual lines, which are sewn and
looped at both ends. The single line
levels are connected over a special
hoop technology (the "handshake"
loop) to prevent a weakening of the
core and a loss of strength. The lines
and stitching are subject to rigorous
production controls, to ensure high and
consistent manufacturing quality.
The lines of each wing section consist
of four groups and the brake lines:
A-Level: AI-AII
Split A-Level : AIII
B-Level: BI-BIII,STI
Split C-Level: CIII
C-Level: CI,II
Brake lines : BRKI
The brake lines are collected at one
main control line per side. This control
line runs through a pulley attached to
the C-Riser and is marked with a black
dot at the point where it should be tied
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is pre-set so that the glider is at 0 degree
brake when the toggle is free. Please
don’t change the main brake lines without
checking the new length carefully at a
suitable training hill before flying!
The line bundles (AI,II and AIII, B and C)
are colour coded for easy identification
and handling. All main lines of each level
are looped together and attached to delta
quick links, which are connected to the
risers. The quick links have special line
collectors to prevent lines slipping.
Risers
The split A risers and B risers are colour
marked to improve ground handling and
B-lining/Big Ears.
A Risers: Red
A3 Risers (for Big Ears): Green
B Risers: Blue
C Risers: Black/no marking
In order to accommodate different pilot
sizes the Kibo risers are lenght-adapted to
the canopy size –S and SM have shorter
risers than M and L. This little detail
improves the ergonomics of the wing and
makes all the different manoeuvres (b-line
stalls, BigEars) more accessible to every
size of pilots, from the smallest to the
tallest.
The speed system is optimised along the
same lines.
We use a very similar riser design for our
competition wings. They allow for very
high top speeds with low sink values and
give impressive stability at high speeds.
Once activated the speed system pulls
simultaneously on the A's and B's. This
maintains the angle of incidence around
the leading edge and causes only minimal
influence to the collapse resistance
properties of the wing.
Top speed is reached when the top
pulley touches the bottom pulley of the
speed system, down near the
karabiner.

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Illustration 4: UP Kibo riser

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UP Backpack
The UP Kibo is delivered with a special
paraglider backpack, which fulfils the
demands of very high luggage volume and
ergonomically optimised comfort.
We have built in an anatomical carrying
system that allows an optimised load
distribution for maximum comfort. The S-
shaped shoulder straps allow full
adjustment and the detachable chest strap
prevents the shoulder straps from slipping
off the shoulders.
The load control straps attached to the
shoulder straps can be set either loose, to
aid ventilation, or tight, for extra stability.
They should rise from your collarbone at
about a 45° angle.
A hip belt is also incorporated to assist
overall comfort. If the hip belt is tightened
then the shoulder straps can be released
slightly to transfer the load away from the
shoulders. The hip belt is fitted with
stabilisation straps, which can be
tightened to help stability, or loosened for
extra freedom of movement. The hip belt
is removable for when packing size is
critical, or the pack is being transported by
air.
It is important, especially when there is
a long trek involved, that the backpack
is adjusted for maximum comfort. The
following advice should be considered
when packing.
Adjustment of the back
pack
When fully loaded, all compression
straps should be tightened to secure
the load in the pack. All carrying straps
should be set fully loose and the pack
then put on your back. The hip belt
should be fastened and tightened to
rest approximately in the middle of the
hip. Any slack should be taken out of
the shoulder straps, and the chest
strap should be done up. The load
control straps at the shoulders and
hips can now be tightened to achieve
the desired stability.
Packing tips
Packing the UP paraglider rucksack
correctly will make it a pleasure to
carry. A couple of easy tips can help
Illustration 5: UP back pack

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you get it right. Failing to follow these tips
will adversely affect your carrying comfort.
The centre of gravity of the load should be
as close to the vertical centre axis of the
carrier, while also being situated as high
on the back as possible. This allows for a
vertical posture and minimises the
leverage of the load against the natural
posture of the carrier. It also helps by
reducing the oscillations of the load while
walking.
The drawing shows the ideal load
distribution in the UP rucksack. Loaded
like this the carrying comfort will be
optimal. Start by placing the heaviest
items close to the shoulder blades, with
lighter items over and under this region.
The lightest items should be placed the
furthest from your back.
Do not fasten any objects to the exterior of
the rucksack, as these are unprotected
against theft and can also get caught on
protruding points when entering or exiting
lifts, cars or buses.
Illustration 6: Ideal load distribution
in the UP rucksack
Before the first
flight
The UP Kibo is delivered with a
rucksack, compression bag and -strap,
repair materials and this manual. The
manual may also be downloaded from
the UP website. Every Kibo delivered
has been minutely checked at the
factory, and corresponds exactly to the
wing certified by the DHV.
ATTENTION! The Kibo must be
test-inflated on flat ground,
and the first flight must be
carried out by a
professional, before the wing
is delivered to its new owner.

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Adjustments
The UP Kibo has undergone an extensive
development program and series of flight
tests to ensure that the production model
exhibits the optimum characteristics with
regard to safety, handling and flight
performance.
As with all products from UP International,
the UP Kibo is manufactured to the
highest quality and precision. The line
lengths of each glider are individually
checked and recorded before dispatch.
Under no circumstances should the
lengths of the lines or risers of the UP
Kibo be altered in any way.
WARNING! Any change to the
configuration of the wing will
invalidate certification!
The only change allowed is to
the length of the lower brake
line. This should only be done by
an experienced person.
Position of the brakes
The UP Kibo is delivered from the factory
with what we feel is the best brake
position for most pilots. But tall or short
pilots, or those with a harness with non-
standard attachment points might consider
it necessary to change the position of the
brake handles.
If the brakes are to be shortened, it is
extremely important to avoid the
adjustment affecting the glider's trim
speed. There must always be some slack
in the brakes when they are fully released.
This can be checked with the glider
inflated above the pilot's head. There
should be a noticeable bow in the brake
lines, and the brakes should be having no
effect on the shape of the trailing edge.
If the brake lines are to be lengthened, it is
important to ensure that the pilot can still
stall the canopy (i.e. during extreme
manoeuvres or landing) without the
need to take wraps.
If you do feel the need to change the
brake line lengths, do so a little (3-4
cm) at a time, and preferably whilst at
an easy training slope. Check
especially that both lines are the same
length, as any asymmetry will lead to
tiring and possible dangerous flying
characteristics.
If you have any questions or concerns
with reference to the brake line lengths
then seek advice from either your UP
dealer or directly from UP
International.
To tie the brake line onto the brake
handle use one of the following knots:
The simple fisherman's knot or the
bowline as shown in illustration 7 and
8. These knots guarantee the least
amount of line weakening.
BEWARE! Loose or incorrect
brake knots can cause
serious accidents through
loss of the steering of the
glider!

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Illustration 7 and 8:
Fisherman’s knot and bowline

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Speed system
It is important that the speed system is
connected correctly, and the length
checked, to ensure smooth operation in
flight.
The link between the foot stirrup and the
risers consists of two cords and two
brummel hooks. The speed stirrup itself is
composed of a foot bar and webbing with
loops sewn on either end to attach the
cords. These cords should be run up
through the eyelets and pulleys on the
harness to connect with the pulley system
on the front of the risers (see illustration).
This illustration refers to the UP harness,
but many harnesses are similar. If in any
doubt, please ask the harness
dealer/manufacturer.
The length of the cords should be set so
that, at full leg extension, the pulleys on
the risers are just touching each other.
Any shorter and the stirrup will be difficult
to reach; longer and the top of the speed
range will be unavailable.
During take off it is advisable to fix the
accelerator stirrup underneath the
harness to avoid any danger of tripping
over it.
Suitable harnesses
The Kibo can be flown with any
harness with the main suspension
point at around chest height. The lower
the suspension points the more the
harness will respond to weight shift.
The recommended distance between
the karabiners depends on the pilot
weight:
<50kg: 38cm
50-80kg: 42cm
>80kg: 46cm
The harness design should also
guarantee that it is possible to
accelerate the UP Kibo up to the
maximum speed.
Please note that different harnesses
can cause very different wing
Ropeofspeed
system
Brummelhook
for
combination
between
footbarand
riser
Pulleyroller
Footbarwith
2steps
Illustration 9:
Speed system

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characteristics in extreme situations (like
increased risk of twists with cocoon
harnesses).
Note that the height of the hang point also
affects the brake line length. If you have a
question about your UP harness, contact
your dealer or UP International.
Rescue system
It is strongly recommended that you have
a rescue system (reserve parachute) fitted
at all times. In some countries it is
mandatory, so check if you plan to travel.
Make sure that the reserve system you
have is the correct size, and that you are
fully conversant with its use.
For fitting the reserve system, follow the
instructions of the harness manufacturer.
Use of the UP Kibo
The UP Kibo has been developed and
tested solely for foot launched and winch
launched paragliding flights. It is not
allowed and potentially dangerous to use
the glider for any other purpose.
Aerobatics
The UP Kibo has not been developed,
constructed and/or tested for aerobatics
use.
WARNING! The glider has not
been certified for aerobatics.
Performing aerobatics
with the UP Kibo or any
other paraglider can be
very dangerous. Doing
aerobatics can induce flying
configurations well beyond the tested flight
envelope, and can lead to total loss of
control. Aerobatics can also overload your
glider and break it in flight.
Motorised Paragliding
The UP Kibo has not been tested for
use with any kind of engine.
If you wish to fly your UP Kibo with a
motor please get in touch with the
manufacturer of the engine unit, with
UP International GmbH and with the
governing body for ultra light flying in
your area, to check on certification of
this configuration.
Flight practice and
safety
Both of the following chapters (Flight
practise and Flight safety) describe
fundamental aspects of flying
paragliders. In no way do they
substitute proper training, nor should
any of the content therein be unknown
to any pilot who has chosen to fly a
performance paraglider like the UP
Kibo.
Flight practice
Pre-flight check
Make sure whenever you get your UP
Kibo back from somebody else to
check the glider very carefully if you
are not the only pilot flying it. Ask if
there was anything that could have
damaged any part of the glider, if the
pilot has found any part that needs to
be replaced or if they noticed any
strange flight behaviour. Make sure
you do the same when you lend your
glider to somebody else.