Ozone Roadster 2 - The Climb out; Normal Flight; Active Flying

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ight with trims fully released and full speed bar applied.
For better penetration in headwinds and improved glide perfor-
mance in sinking air, crosswinds or headwinds, you should y
faster than trim speed by using the accelerator system, or the
trimmers. For maximum efciency whilst ying downwind, release
the speed bar and return the trimmers to the standard (certied)
position.
By pulling the trimmers to the standard position and applying the
brakes approximately 30cm, the Roadster 2 will achieve its best
minimum-sink rate; this is the speed to use for thermalling and
ridge soaring whilst free ying.
Turning
To familiarize yourself with the Roadster 2 your rst turns should
be gradual and progressive.
To make efcient and coordinated turns with the Roadster 2 rst
look in the direction you want to go and check that the airspace is
clear. Your rst input for directional change should be weight-shift,
followed by the smooth application of the brake until the desired
bank angle is achieved. To regulate the speed and radius of the
turn, coordinate your weight shift and use the outer brake.
IMPORTANT: Never initiate a turn at minimum speed (i.e.
with full brakes on) or under full power in a steep climb as
you may risk entering a spin.
Active Flying
In turbulent air the Ozone reex prole (OZRP) is very stable. It
will resist reasonable levels of turbulence without pilot input. The
faster the wing is own the more inherent stability there is as the
reex has a greater effect. Using the speed system has exactly the
same effect as releasing the trimmers so it is safe and possible to
y with the trimmers in the standard (certied) position whilst us-
ing the full range of the speed system.
The Climb Out
Once in the air you should continue ying into wind whilst gaining
height. By setting the trimmers to the standard (certied) position
you will achieve the best climb rate. Do not attempt to climb too
steeply or too quickly by using the brakes. The wing already has
a high angle of attitude, coupled with a higher AoA (if you use the
brakes) plus the engine’s full thrust acting on the pilot, this could
contribute to make the glider more prone to stall. Furthermore,
in the event of an engine failure the resulting backward pendulum
motion of the pilot and the forward dive of the wing may bring
you back to the ground very hard. Do not initiate turns until you
have sufcient height and airspeed. Avoid low turns downwind with
insufcient airspeed.
The Roadster 2 is well damped in roll but under certain circum-
stances it is possible for the pilot to induce oscillations. This is
caused by a combination of the engine/propeller torque and pilot
weightshift and/or brake inputs. To stop oscillations it is best to
reduce the power slightly and ensure that you remain static with
weightshift and brake inputs. Once settled you can once again ap-
ply full power.
Under full power the torque effect will attempt to gently turn the
wing, using weightshift or adjusting the trims asymmetrically is the
best method to correct this.
NOTE: Using the trims asymmetrically will invalidate certi-
cation
The handling characteristic of the Roadster 2 is truly amazing. We
have worked hard on tuning the wing so that it turns tightly but
also efciently, as the ability to climb in a turn is very important for
powered and free ight, making the climb out fun and thermalling easy.
Normal Flight
Once at a safe height you can release the trimmers for a faster
cruise speed. If your motor has enough power, the Roadster 2 will
achieve very good straight line speeds whilst maintaining level
Forward Launch - Nil to Light winds
When the wind is favourable, move forward positively: your lines
should become tight within one or two steps. The Roadster 2 will
immediately start to inate. You should maintain a constant pres-
sure on the risers until the wing is overhead.
Do not pull down or push the risers forward excessively, or the
leading edge will deform and possibly collapse making taking-off
more difcult and potentially dangerous. Move smoothly through-
out the entire launch, there is no need to rush or snatch at it.
You should have plenty of time to look up and check your canopy
before committing yourself. Once you are happy that the Roadster
2 is inated correctly, progressively apply full power and accelerate
smoothly for the launch.
NOTE: The trimmers can be set to the white line for better
ination behaviour during take-off. This is especially useful
in light winds and/or at high altitudes.
Reverse Launch -Light to Strong Winds
Lay out your Roadster 2 as you would for the forward launch. How-
ever, this time face the wing, and attach the risers in the correct
manor (half a turn in each riser, and crossed in the direction you
want to turn). Now you can pull up the Roadster 2 by its A-risers.
Once the wing is overhead, brake it gently, turn and launch.
In stronger winds, be prepared to take a few steps towards the
glider as it inates. This will take some of the energy out of the
glider and it will be less likely to over-y you. Once stable and
above your head apply progressive power and accelerate smoothly
for a controlled take off.
IMPORTANT: Never attempt to take off with a glider that is
not fully inated, directly overhead or if you are not fully in
control of the pitch/roll of the wing.
Practice ground handling and launching as much as possible! It is
great fun, and will give you a much better feel for your Roadster 2s
ight characteristics. It will also improve your overall enjoyment of
ying by making your launches easier and safer.
Take-off checklist:
1. Check reserve parachute - pin in and handle secure
2. Helmet on and fastened
3. All harness buckles closed - check leg-loops again
4. Carabiners and maillons tight
5. Holding the A’s, your brake handles and throttle
6. Leading edge open
7. Aligned directly into wind
8. Engine warm and able to deliver full power
9. Trimmers set correctly
10.Prop clear of lines
11.Airspace and visibility clear
Launching
Your Roadster 2 will launch with either the forward or reverse
launch techniques.
When taking off under power, make sure there is enough clear
space upwind of you to launch and climb out safely, avoiding trees,
power lines and any other obstacles that may affect you should
you have a power failure. Always y with a safety margin so that
power failures do not leave you compromised. You should always
be able to glide power off to a suitable landing place.
Whilst inating your wing, you should hold both of the A risers on
each side. Once clipped in, and you have gone through the take-off
check list (above), stand central to the wing to ensure an even and
progressive ination.
Run in an upright position so that the motor is generating forward
thrust, do not lean too far forward otherwise the power of the
motor will attempt to push you into the ground! When you have
enough airspeed a gentle application of brake will help you lift off.
Do not stop running until your feet have left the ground and you
are sure of a safe climb out.