GIN Genie Race 3 User Manual
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pilot manual
v1.2, 11/2014
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Streamline
Performance
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Contents
Thank you... 5
Warning 6
About Gin Gliders 7
Introducing the Genie Race 3 8
Before you fly 16
Flying with the Genie Race 3 37
Maintenance and repairs 41
Final words... 44
Technical data 45
Materials 46
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Thank you...
...for choosing Gin Gliders. We are confident you’ll enjoy many rewarding experiences in the air
with your GIN Genie Race.
This manual contains important safety, performance and maintenance information. Read it
before your first flight, keep it for reference, and please pass it on to the new owner if you ever
re-sell your harness.
Any updates to this manual, or relevant safety information, will be published on our website:
www.gingliders.com. You can also register for e-mail updates via our website.
Happy flying and safe landings,
GIN team
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Warning
Like any extreme sport, paragliding involves unpredictable risks which may lead to injury or
death. By choosing to fly, you assume the sole responsibility for those risks. You can minimize the
risks by having the appropriate attitude, training and experience and by properly understanding,
using and maintaining your equipment. Always seek to expand your knowledge and to develop
self-reliance. If there is anything you do not understand, consult with your local dealer as a first
point of contact, with the GIN importer in your country or with Gin Gliders directly.
Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition that can occur while
paragliding, this manual makes no representation about the safe use of the paragliding equipment
under all conditions. Neither Gin Gliders nor the seller of GIN equipment can guarantee, or be held
responsible for, the safety of yourself or anyone else.
Many countries have specific regulations or laws regarding paragliding activity. It’s your
responsibility to know and observe the regulations of the region where you fly.
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About Gin Gliders
Dream
In forming Gin Gliders, designer and competition pilot Gin Seok Song had one simple dream:
to make the best possible paragliding equipment that pilots all over the world would love to fly—
whatever their ambitions.
At Gin Gliders, we bring together consultant aerodynamists, world cup pilots, engineers and
paragliding school instructors, all dedicated to fulfilling this dream.
Touch
We’re a “hands-on” company that puts continuous innovation and development at the centre of
everything we do.
At our purpose-built R&D workshop at head office in Korea, we are able to design, manufacture,
test-fly and modify prototypes all in a matter of hours. Our international R&D team is on hand both
in Korea and at locations worldwide. This guarantees that your equipment has been thoroughly
tested to cope with the toughest flying conditions.
Our own production facilities in East Asia ensure the quality of the finished product and also
the well-being of our production staff.
Believe
We believe that the product should speak for itself. Only by flying can the pilots understand
their equipment and develop trust and confidence in it. From this feeling comes safety, comfort,
performance and fun. The grin when you land should say it all!
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Introducing the Genie Race 3
The Genie Race 3 has been redesigned from the cocoon up to the aerocone. Every detail was assessed to
generate the most aerodynamic harness on the market. A new nose design creates a wrinkle and drag free
leading edge to cut through the air. The new cocoon took months of development to create the perfect
shape and structure. We used new neoprene fabric to reduce drag and increase the longevity of the
harness while also supporting the weight of the flight deck to remove pressure from your legs in flight.
The seat has a new, more comfortable, and more ergonomic shape to help the pilot achieve the most
efficient flying position. To make the harness lighter and easier to use we have incorporated newer and
fewer buckles. To make it safer we designed it with the T-buckle system to prevent the pilot from
accidentally launching without the leg buckle attachments.
One of the main goals behind the new design was to incorporate a second rescue into the cocoon. In
extreme situations with high G-force restricting you from reaching your main rescue, the front deploying
rescue will be your safest option. Not only is it located in the most convenient location but we also
wanted to give the pilot more options in the event of an emergency, you now have a right and left side
handle. Now you can choose the safest side to throw to avoid line entanglement.
The all new aerocone has been modeled from a formula 1 race car. The shape perfectly mimics the
outline of the pilots head and shoulders to greatly reduce turbulent airflow. A new internal structure was
created to allow for better aerocone inflation and shape retention. We even implemented new titanium
wire to add rigidity and optimize airflow.
We truly went the extra mile to ensure you get the best flying performance.
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Specifications
The Genie Race 3 has EN and LTF certification.
The Genie Race 3 has EN and LTF certification.
Size S M L
Size S M L
Pilot height (cm) 170-185
Pilot height (cm) <175 170-185 >180
Weight (kg) 7.4 7.8 8.2
Weight (kg)*
Delivery package
1 Harness with Ginsoft race back protection
2 GIN Harness Carabiners
2 Rescue deployment handles
1 Main rescue Y bridle
1 Front rescue bridle pair (red & black)
1 Front container (Rescue deck GR3 or Flight deck GR3)
1 3 Step speed bar
1 Detachable instrument panel
(pre-installed)
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Optional items
Soft shackle
• Strong and lightweight
• Certified: 2,624kg
• Weight: 7g
Main rescue
• One G #38 or #42
• Weight: 2.1 or 2.4
* (or Yeti)
Front rescue
• Yeti rescue
• #27, #35, #40
• Weight: 1.25, 1.5, 1.75
G-Chute
• One size
• 1.06m2
• Weight: 300g
For up to date information go to www.gingliders.com
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Components of the Genie Race 3
Aerocone Inflatable Fairing system (AIF)
(p.13)
Rescue deployment handle, front
container inner bag & instrument panel
Back Protection
(p.13)
Hook Knife
(p.15)
GIN carabiners
Front container
(p.12)
3 step speed bar & Ronstan Pulley
(p.13)
Carbon seat & footplate
(p.13)
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Front container
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Incorporated into the cocoon of the Genie Race 3 is a multi function front container. Great attention
was given to the design of a comfortable and easy to use flight deck. Safety features such as the T-buckle
help prevent a pilot from accidentally forgetting to buckle the leg straps before attaching the flight deck.
Shoulder strap attachments support the weight of the flight deck before launch so the cocoon remains
comfortable through take off.
There are 2 options for the front container. The Flight Deck GR3 with a 10L ballast pocket or the Rescue
Deck GR3 with a 5L ballast. The Genie Race 3 was designed with the front rescue deck container in mind
and has been shaped specifically for a second, left sided rescue. For pilots who don’t need a second rescue
we made the Flight Deck GR3 to incorporate a larger volume pocket.
The Rescue Deck GR3 container features a reserve deployment handle located on the left side. The
deployment handle has been strategically placed to help prevent accidental deployment. Now with two
reserves, one on either side of the glider, the risk of deployment failure is greatly decreased. The front
containers also feature a detachable instrument panel with neoprene cover to allow your flight equipment
to be portable and protected during task briefings.
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Rescue Deck GR3 Flight Deck GR3 Instrument panel
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Back protection
The Genie Race 3 is equipped with the Ginsoft race removable 14cm moussebag back protector.
The Ginsoft race is divided into separate containers to help dissipate air evenly in-case of a hard
impact. The Genie Race 3 back protection is designed to protect the pilot in case of an impact by
displacing the energy, but it cannot completely eliminate the risk of injury.
Aerocone Inflatable Fairing system
The Aerocone Inflatable Fairing system has been redesigned to match the body’s intricate
shape, allowing air to flow effortlessly over the passenger. Modeled after a formula 1 race car for
optimum drag reduction. The Aerocone is inflated by bilateral rigid frame air ducts and features
an all-new vent structure and titanium wire to maintain the shape and maximize aerodynamics.
Speed bar & Ronstan pulley
Supplied with the Genie Race 3 is the 3 step speed bar. The multiple steps offer the pilot a
greater range of speed control while using less energy. The speed system also utilizes the
Ronstan pulley to reduce the bar pressure and save energy on those longer flights.
Carbon seat plate & foot plate
Included with your harness is a carbon seat plate and a carbon foot plate. This material is
exceptionally strong while providing you with the an incredibly light weight and durable product.
Be sure to follow the installation instructions for proper use. (p.18)
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Storage
Back pocket
There is a large back pocket located inside the aerocone. The pocket can be easily identified by
the red fabric. The large back pocket can be used to store your rucksack and any extra gear you
want to carry with you while flying. Sewn into the pocket are two pouches, one for a radio and the
other for a hydration pack. An additional zipper pocket is provided for safe storage of valuables.
At the top of the pocket are two holes for your hydration hose and radio cord. These can be
threaded through the reserve attachment points at the top of your shoulder straps for extra
comfort.
Hydration packs (e.g. Camelbak)
Located inside the large back pocket you will find a large pocket for a hydration pack or
Camelbak. Place the water bag into the pocket and then pass the hose through one of the holes
located at the top of the pocket and thread it out the hole at the top of the shoulder strap.
Accessory Pockets
Located on the sides of the harness, under the carabiners, are two zippered pockets to keep
your belongings safe while allowing easy access in flight. These pockets are ideal for quick access
to small items. Inside the pocket you will see a loop of red cord, this can be used to secure
something small like a camera.
Seat Pocket
Underneath the seat is a red zippered pocket that is designed as a ballast container. It is
located in the ideal position for weight balance. Be careful not to overload as this may interfere
with the deployment of your rescue.
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Hook Knife
Included with your Genie Race 3 is a hook knife installed into the right shoulder strap. The hook knife
has two attachment points. The first is an elastic cord that is sewn into the shoulder strap to prevent
accidentally dropping the knife while in use. The second is an easy to access strap, easily identified by its
red color. This is attached with Velcro for quick release.
SOS Pocket
Located on the left shoulder strap is a pocket suitable for a GPS tracking device such as the SPOTⓇ or
track logger.
G-Chute Pocket
The Genie Race 3 has been equipped with G-Chute pockets located on both sides of the harness for easy
accessibility and deployment during spiral dives. The G-Chute is easy to deploy allowing you a safer and
more controlled decent. Re-packing while in flight is easy and only requires one hand to disable the chute
and place back into the G-Chute pouch.
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