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Slingshot TURBO 2 User Manual

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2007 TURBO2 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Slingshot TURBO 2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSlingshot
ModelTURBO 2
CategoryAircrafts
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings

Features and Benefits

4 Line Full Stroke Bar

Redesigned Full Stroke Bar

Features 100% de-power via pushing the bar away for sheeting out.

Lock-N-Load Chicken Loop

Provides safe and immediate no-load release in any situation.

General Safety Precautions

Important Safety Reminders

Essential safety guidelines for operating the Slingshot kite, including injury risks and recommended practices.

Riding Safety Guidelines

Safety advice on beach etiquette, controlling equipment, rider limitations, and modifications.

Instant De-Power System

Bar Operation for Power Control

Explains how sheeting in/out on the bar controls kite power and de-power.

Release System and Redundant Safety

Separating from the Kite

Details how to eject from the chicken loop for 100% de-power and gentle flagging.

Multiple Safety Options

Explains the layered safety features for rider control and separation from the kite.

Safety System Operation

Unhook and Let Go Procedure

Visual and step-by-step guide on how to unhook and let go of the bar for safety.

Lock-N-Load Release Steps

Detailed steps to release the Lock-N-Load harness line for safety.

Rebooting the Lock-N-Load System

Step-by-Step Reboot Guide

Instructions on how to properly reassemble and secure the Lock-N-Load safety system.

Surefire Bungee Leash Attachment

Harness Attachment

Details on how to attach the bungee leash to the harness.

Kite Line Attachment

Explains how to connect the other end of the leash to the kite's flying lines.

Surefire Bungee Leash Activation

Activation Process

Step-by-step instructions on how to activate and disconnect the Surefire Bungee Leash.

Rebooting the Surefire Bungee Leash

Leash Connection Steps

Detailed steps to connect the two sections of the Surefire Bungee Leash.

Final Seating Check

Guide to double-checking the proper seating of the leash by pulling on the handle.

Wind Range and Sizing

Recommended Wind Range Graph

Visual representation of the recommended wind speeds for the kite based on size.

Turbo 2 Sizing Chart

Table listing kite sizes and corresponding recommended wind speeds in mph.

Important Note on Wind Range

Emphasizes that actual ranges vary and flying outside them is dangerous.

Kite Inflation Procedure

Pre-Inflation Checks

Steps to close valves and open clips before inflating the kite.

Inflation Process Steps

Detailed instructions for connecting the pump and inflating the kite to the correct pressure.

Post-Inflation Valve Securing

How to secure valves and clips to maintain strut inflation.

Checking Line Lengths

Bridle Check and Line Attachment

Visual Bridle Inspection

How to visually inspect the kite's bridle for twists and tangles before attaching lines.

Attaching Flying Lines

Line to Pigtail Connection

Specific instructions for connecting steering and flying lines to bridle pigtails.

Launching and Landing

Pre-Launch Checks

Visual check for tangles and correct attachments before launching.

Launch Area and Preparation

Finding an open area and preparing the kite with a partner.

Initiating Launch Sequence

Signal for launch and initial bar movement to raise kite.

Water Relaunch Procedure

Initiating Controlled Relaunch

Pushing the stopper ball and determining launch direction.

Kite Roll-up and Wingtip Balance

Steps for rolling the kite onto its wingtip and balancing it.

Sheeting Out for Relaunch

How to sheet out to achieve a controlled relaunch from the wingtip.

Final Launch and Airborne Steering

Releasing the line and steering the kite to the neutral position.

Landing with a Friend

Slow Landing Towards Partner

Flying the kite to the edge of the window and landing it slowly.

Performance Tuning

Below-Bar De-power Adjustment

How to use the de-power cleat and handle for adjusting power.

Sheeting and Power Control

Bladder Maintenance (Removal)

Bladder Maintenance (Installation)

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