NANO 2010 owner’s manual
Thank you for taking the time to read this manual be fore using the NANO 2010.
Thank you…
Thank you for choosing the NANO 2010. We are confident that this Speedriding glider will
provide you with countless exciting and fun experiences and will enable you to make good
progression in your Speedriding career. This manual contains all the information you need to fly
and maintain your glider. A thorough knowledge of your equipment will keep you safe while
enabling you to maximise your full potential.
Please pass on this manual to the new owner if you do resell your glider.
Have fun !
The GIN Team
Safety Notice
By the purchase of this equipment, you accept all risks inherent with Speedriding activities,
including injury or death. Improper use or misuse of GIN equipment greatly increases these
risks. Neither GIN gliders Inc nor the seller of GIN equi pment shall be held liable for personal or
third party injuries or damages under any circumstances. The user is fully and solely
responsible for the safe use of this equi pment, if th ere is any doubt regardin g the use o r safety
of this equipment then it should not be used.
Warning: Speedriding is a po tentially dangerous acti vity. It is the user’s o wn responsibility to
assess all weather and meteorological conditions, the flying area, the snow conditions, all
equipment, off-piste safety conditions, e tc, before you use this eq uipment. Speedridi ng gliders
should be used only while skiing. This equipment was not des igned for any other use than that
of Speedriding as described in this manual. Th is equipmen t sh oul d be launche d by fe et and must
never be used for any of the following: Parachuting, BASE jump ing; jump ing from any a ircra ft, or
high object; building, ante nna, bridge, cliff, etc. You should wear a helme t as well as all safe ty
equipments required for the practice of off-piste skiing or paragliding. It is strongly
recommended to learn Speedriding in a specialised school. When Speedriding, always choose a
safe, open area enabling you to keep a wide safety marg in. Speedriding is strictly forbidden on
ski slopes. Do not practice Speedriding in the vicinity of ski lifts, cliffs, rocks or any other
hazards. This equipment requires constant care when it comes to maintenance and handling.
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Summary
Thank you…....................................................................................................................................2
Safety notice..................................................................................................................................2
Summary..............................................................................................................................................3
1. Gin Gliders........................................................................................................................................4
2. Introducing Nano 2010.....................................................................................................................5
For pilots who ….............................................................................................................................5
Cutting-edge design.................................................... ....................................................................5
Manufacturing......................................................... .............. ..........................................................5
3. Before you fly.................................................................................................................................6
Pre-delivery inspection ..................................................................................................................6
Risers and Trims.............................................................................................................................6
Brake line adjustment.....................................................................................................................7
Rucksack.........................................................................................................................................7
Your Harness..................................................................................................................................7
Weight range..................................................................................................................................8
Essential.........................................................................................................................................8
4. Flying with Nano 2010 ......................................................................................................................9
Preparation for launch.......................... ..........................................................................................9
Pre-flight check list........................................................................................................................ 9
Take-off....................................................................................................................... .......... .........9
Minimum sink rate and m ax glide ratio............................................................................................9
Accelerated fligh t.........................................................................................................................10
Active flying.................................................................................................................................10
In tubulant condit ions...................................................................................................................10
Landing with Nano 2010................................................................................................................10
5. Care, Maintenance a nd Rep air s........................................................................................................11
Ground handling...........................................................................................................................11
UV damage....................................................................................................................................11
Packing instructions .....................................................................................................................11
Transport and storage ..................................................................................................................12
Cleaning........................................................................................................................................12
Maintenance Inspection ................................................................................................................12
Repair...........................................................................................................................................12
6. Reference.......................................................................................................................................13
Technical data...............................................................................................................................13
Lind plan.......................................................................................................................................14
Description...................................................................................................................................15
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1. Gin Gliders
Gin Gliders was formed in 1998 by paraglider designer and competition pilot Gin Seok Song and
his team of engineers and test pilots.
Gin’s philosophy i s simple: To design gliders t hat he, and any other pilot, will love to fly. This
philosophy applies equally for a Speedriding glider such as the NANO 2010, as for the world
beating competition glider, the Bo omerang. No glider is released on the market without Gin’s
complete satisfaction.
Gin has over 20 years experience of designing and manufacturing free flight equipment, and is
backed up by an equally experi enced team, both within the compan y in Korea and throughout a
worldwide network of distributors and dealers.
The GIN Team dominated the Paragliding scene from 1998 to today and has had countless other
competition successes in World Cups, World and National Championships. GIN was a pionner in
Speedriding equipment and still leads the scene today. Th is high level of expertise provided by
dedicated professionals ensures that you get the best possible product support and after sales
service.
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2. Introducing the NANO 2010
The NANO 2010 is a Speedriding glider designed by Gin Seok Song. The NANO 2010 offers
outstanding security for the practice of Speedriding, unequalled behaviour in this kind of
activity, with great precision in the turn and excellent manoeuvrability. Thi s allows the pilot to
feel confident while d eveloping the active and dynamic piloting skills needed to get the most
out of this sport. Rapid progression up the learning curve is enabled, as the pilot becomes
acquainted with the myriad of different movements an d moods of the air and the gliders. The
NANO 2010 will allow you to experience the full pleasure of Speedriding, without compromising
your safety.
For pilots who…
The NANO 2010 is an outstanding glider: It is adapted both to pilots looking for an easy gl ider,
forgiving and secure, as well as for advan ced pilots, with regular practice looking for a glider
that offers a wide safety margin.
Cutting-edge design
The behaviour, take-off and handling characteristics, are the best currently on the market. GIN
put a high priority on passive security and wing tolerance.
The plan form, the profile and optimised line scheme, confer exceptional stability to this glider
as well as outstanding manoeuvrability and performance.
Manufacturing
All GIN gliders are produced in the company' s own faciliti es using the most modern techniques.
Highly skilled staff take extreme care throughout th e entire manufacturing process. Stringent
quality control is made after each step, and all materials that go into each wing can be traced.
These measures guarantee that pilots fly with the assurance that their wing meets the most
exacting safety standards.
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3. Before you fly
Pre-delivery Inspection
The Nano 2010 is delivered with rucksack/harness, inner bag, compression strap, repair tape
and this manual. Your instructor or dealer should have made a test inflation followed by a t est
flight before delivery.
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Risers and trims
The front risers of the NANO 2010 are fitted with trimmers that enable the pilot to adapt the
glider’s behaviour according to his level and the chosen slope. Trimming the front risers enables
advanced pilots to enjoy a more reactive glid er, with greater speed and lower flight angl e, to
follow steeper slopes. Ask for the advice o f an instructor specialised in Speedriding in order to
better understand and exploit the trimming system.
#11, #12,5, #14: ris er front
Neutral leng t h 60cm
Trim range 4 cm
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Brake line adjustment
The main brake line lengths of the Nano 2010 are th e same as on the sample th at has been used
by the GIN R&D team. These line lengths have been fine tuned by GIN test pilots, and it should
not be necessary to adjust them.
If you do need to make adjustments to suit your harness, body and flying style, we strongly
recommend that you test fly the glider with every 2cm of adjustment. There should be a
minimum of 10cm of free brake travel when the glider is flown hands-off. We recommend a
double sheepshank or a bowline knot for the brake handle attachment as shown in the diagram.
Rucksack
The NANO 2010 is delivered with the rucksack/harness SPEEDRIDER, especially designed for
ergonomic carrying comfort and ea se of use.
Your Harness
The NANO 2010 was developed with the SPEEDRIDER harness specific to Speedriding. Before
using your glider with any other type of harness, please contact the harnesses’ manufacturer or
dealer should you have any question regarding its us e.
Adjusting the chest belt controls the distance between the carabiners of the two risers, which
also has an influence on the glider’s behaviour.
There is no need to use the NANO 2010 with a tight chest belt adjustment, as there is no
tendency to feel unstable.
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Weight range
The NANO 2010 should be used in the weight/level range for which it was designed. The weight
range is defined according to the pilot’s weight, including clothes.
Nano 2010 #11 #12,5 #14
Weight/ piloting level advanced Beginner light
Heavy advanced
45/75 kg
Heavy beginner
75/100+ kg
Essential
In order to fly with this equipment, you should:
*Have received theoretical and practice tuition for Speedriding.
*You should have sufficient practice, the knowledge and the experi ence necessary to correctly
use this glider.
*Have subscribed to the licences and insurances necessary for the practice of this sport.
*Be in normal p hysical and mental healt h, not be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
*Fly only in meteorological conditions fit for the practice of Speedriding (and adapted to your
level and experience).
*Wear a helmet and all safety equipment necessary to the practice of off-piste skiing and
Speedriding.
*Have thoroughly checked all your equipment.
*Be aware of all the information contained in this manual.
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4. Flying with the NANO 2010
We recommend that you first practice inflating your glider on a small training slope with skis.
Make your first flights with your new Speedriding glider in gentle conditions in a familiar area.
Preparation for launch
Following a consistent method of preparation and pre-flight ch ecks is vital for safe flying. We
recommend the following:
On arrival at the flying site, assess the suitability of the conditions: wind speed and
direction, airspace, snow conditions.
Inspect your glider, harness, helmet and any other equipment.
Choose a sufficiently large take-off area with even ground and no obstacles.
Lay the glider out according to the planform, and get the lines and risers sorted out.
Put your helme t on. Secure yourself in your harness and don't forget the leg loops!
Connect the risers to your harness carabiners, ensuring there are no twists or loops
around the lines.
Do a final line check by pulling gently on the risers or lines to ensure there are no new
knots, tangles or interfering branches or rocks. Take extra care in nil or light winds.
Pre-flight check list
Helmet and harness buckles closed.
Lines free.
Canopy open and into wind.
Airspace clear.
Take off
The key to a successful launch technique is to practice ground handling whenever you can.
Keeping your brake handles in your hands, the NANO 2010 inflates very easily, with or without
risers in hand. Keep your arms slightly bent and hands at shoulder height. If you are using the
front risers, your arms should rise in a curve. It is not necessary to pull hard on the risers.
Make visual check on your glider before ta kin g off to see if it is correctly inflated and that there
are no knots or tangles. If something is wrong, stop the take off. A slight pressure on the brakes
and the gliding of your skis always makes the take off easier.
Minimum sink rate and max glide ratio.
The minimum sink rate can be found by pulling the brakes about 20 cm.
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Accelerated flight
Once you have become accustomed to flying the NANO 2010, you can practice using the
trimmers on the front risers, which enables you to increase the speed of your glider, and to
have better penetration of the air in strong wind conditions. Caution: when flying accelerated,
your wing will react in a more radical manner in turns and the glide angle will be a lot steeper.
Active Flying
The Nano 2010 has a high internal pressure, high resistance to collapses and a high level of
passive security. However, it is recommended with this type of glider to adopt an active
handling style that will help you to fly safely. The key to active handling is to keep your glider
above your head. If the glider has a tendency to lag behind, raise your hands. If the glider has a
tendency to shoot forward, then con trol it with the brakes. In all cases, always remember to
keep sufficient air-speed and avoid over-piloting.
In turbulent conditions
The Nano 2010 is a very stable glider and collapses on one or both of the front risers are almost
impossible. Extreme turbulence could generate a collapse but the Nano 2010 will resume normal
flight in almost all configurations, so in case of doubt, keep your hands at shoulder height and
let the glider fly.
However, if the glider shoots forward violently, control it with the brakes immediately. To help
your glider resume flight more rapidly, it is recommended to have an active handling, without
being out of time with the wing’s movements .
Caution :
The Nano 2010 is not designed to perform manoeuvres outside the normal flight configuration.
Our test pilots have tested th e various reactions in extreme situations; however we strongly
recommend that you do not perform stalls, manoeuvres and spins. It is also strongly
recommended not to fly aerobatics with the Nano 2010.
Landing with Nano 2010
Choose a landing area free of obstacles. It is recommended to flair correctly, it will enable you
to obtain a nil vertical speed and to slide on your skis. Do not make your last turn at low height,
or make a radical turn close to the ground.
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5. Care, Maintenance and Repairs
The materials used in the Nano 2010 have been carefully selected for maximum durability.
Nevertheless, following the guidelines below will help keep your glider airworthy and will
ensure a long period of continuous safe operation. Excessive wear is caused by careless ground
handling and packing, unnecessary exposure to UV light, chemicals, heat and moisture.
Ground handling
The following should be avoided:
Violent shocks to the upper surface (e.g. when the canopy crashes to the ground leading
edge first whilst ground handling).
Dragging the glider along the ground.
Stepping or skiing on the lines or canopy. Dyneema, the core material of the lines, is very
strong, can take high loads without stretching, but is sensitive to heat.
Opening your wing in strong winds without first untangling the lines.
UV damage
Avoid leaving the glider out in the sun unnecessarily. UV rays from the sun degrade glider cloth.
Packing instructions
We advise you to pack the glider “accordion wise” as shown in the drawing. This packing
procedure takes slightly longer and is easier to do with an assistant, but it conserves the
rigidity in the profile reinforcements.
Since folding the glider weakens the materials, pack the glider as loosely as possible.
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Transport and Storage
Moisture is the worst enemy of your glider, adversel y affecting the ageing of fabri c, lines and
reinforcements. The Nano 2010 should therefore be kept dry and cool. Do not pack the glider
away for a prolonged period if it is damp, sandy, salty, or if other objects have entered the cells.
Always allow it to dry naturally before storage in a dry room. Leave the rucksack zip open
whenever possible to allow residual moisture to evap orate, and do not transport or store the
glider in the proximity of chemicals such as gasoline, paints or other solvents.
Cleaning
Use only lukewarm water and a soft cloth to clean your wing. Never use any abrasive materials
or detergents. Only clean the wing if it is absolutely necessary e.g. after a landing in salt water.
Maintenance Inspections
GIN Gliders recommend that the Nano 2010 is inspected by an authorized Gin agent after every
100 hours flying time or every year, whichever is sooner.
The maintenance instructions, which can be downloaded from our homepage
www.gingliders. com, have to be observed.
A full inspection will give you peace of mind and extend your glider's lifetime. Additional
inspections should be performed by a qualified person following a crash or violent landing on
the leading edge, or if you note a deterioration of perfor m ance or behaviour.
You should also check for any damage to your lines, sail, risers and connectors before each
flight.
Repairs
Very small holes in the sail can be repaired with th e sticky-backed ripstop tape provided with
your glider. Damaged lines should be replaced by your GIN dealer. Before fitting a replacement
line, check it for length against its counterpart on the other side of the wing. When a line has
been replaced, always inflate the glider on flat ground to check that everything is in order
before flying.
Major repairs, such as replacing panels, should only be carried out by the distributor or
manufacturer.
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6. Reference
Technical data
SIZE 11 12.5 14
AREA 11.0 m² 12.5m² 14.0m²
FLAT
SPAN 6.72m 7.00m 7.26m
A.R 3.77 3.77 3.77
ROOT 2.07m 2.17m 2.25m
CHORD
TIP 0.93m 0.98m 1.01m
TOTAL HEIGHT 4.1m 4.27m 4.43m
CELL NUMBER 18 18 18
GLIDER WEIGHT 2.4kg 2.6kg 2.7kg
PILOT WEIGHT(kg) /
Beginner light
Beginner he a vy
ADVANCED
LEVEL
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45/75kg
75/100kg
Line plan
MAIN A5
MAIN B5
10A
10B
10C
10D
MAIN A4
8A
8B
MAIN A3
6A
MAIN A2
4A
MAIN A1
2A
6B
4B
2B
8C
6C
4C
2C
8D
6D
4D
2D
MAIN B4
MAIN B3
MAIN B2
MAIN B1
Line material
Upper line
Main line
Brake Main
Cousin 16650
Cousin 12999
GIN Dyneema 2.3
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BK1
BK2
BK3
BK4
BK5
BK MID
BK MAIN
Description
1. FABRIC OF CANOPY
NAME DOMINICO TEX
SUPPLIER
ADDRESS 641-11 Dungchondong Kangseogu Seoul Korea
TYPE OF FINISH SIDE COATED
TYPE OF YARN NYLON 6.6 HIGH TENACITY – 30 Denier
FABRIC CODE 3RS
PATTERN Rip Stop
Coated fabric’s weight (g/sqm) 43+2
WARP (DaN) 3.6 Max
Tear Strength
WEFT (DaN) 4.1 Max
Elongation on bias 3 Ibs (%) 11.5 Max
Elongation on bias 5 Ibs (%) 17.5 Max
Elongation on bias 10 Ibs (%) 25.5 Max
Break
Strength
WARP (DaN/5cm) 42 Max
WEFT (DaN/5cm) 43 Max
AIR Permeability p=2000Pa
(l/SQMXMN)
40 Max
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2. SUSPENSION LINE
MATERIAL Dyneema
SUPPLIER
NAME COUSIN TRESTEC
ADDRESS
8, rue Abbe Bonpain – BP70020 Wervicq Sud -
59558 COMINES CEDEX - FRANCE
NAME
DIAMETER(mm) 1.65 1.9
BREAKING STRENGTH 320kg 574kg
3. REINFORCEMENT
FABRIC CODE W420 SCRIM
SUPPLIER
NAME
ADDRESS
Top Line 16650 Utimate
(top line)
PORCHER NCV Industries
L’Isle d’Abeau, Parc de Chesnes, 75, rue du
Ruisseau 38070 SAINT QUENTIN FALLAVIER Cedex /
France
Top Line 12999 Utimate
(main line)
MATERIAL POLYERTER SCRIM
WEIGHT(GR/M²) 180
BREAKING
STRENGTH
(KG/5Cm)
TEAR STRENGTH
(KG/5Cm)
WEAVE DESIGN RIPSTOP
WARP 137
WEFT 118
WARP 4.2
WEFT 4.1
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4. RISER
MATERIAL POLYERSTER TAPE
NAME Güth & Wolf GmbH
SUPPLIER
ADDRESS
WEIGHT(GR/M) 34
BREAKING STRENGTH 1,100DAN
WIDTH(mm) 20mm
Herzebrockerstr. 1-3 D-33 330 Gütersloh
GERMANY
5. MAILLONS
SUPPLIER
BREAKING STRENGTH 1,000kg
MATERIAL STAINLESS STEEL
NAME ANSUNG PRECISION CO.
ADDRESS
WEIGHT(GR) 12
DIAMETER(mm) 4.3
212-32 ANYANG 7 DONG, MANANGU,
ANYANG CITY, KYUNG KI-DO, KOREA
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6. BRIDLE(ATTACHMENT LINES)
MATERIAL NYLON
NAME SUKWANG FABRICS
SUPPLIER
ADDRESS
WEIGHT(GR/M) 7.2
BREAKING STRENGTH (kg) 110
WIDTH(mm) 13
52-2 Yujungri, Dochukmyun, Kwangjusi,
Kyungkido, Korea
7. THREAD
MATERIAL
SUPPLIER
HIGH TENACITY POLYESTER YARN
NAME AMANN & SOHNE GMBH & CO.
ADDRESS
DENIER 150D/2 250D/3
BREAKING STRENGTH 2.9kg 3.2kg
INDUSTRIESTRASE 1, D-74391 ERLIGHEIM,
GERMANY
WEIGHT(GR/M) 0.05G 0.083G
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“Designing gliders is a personal jou rney of challenge and discovery, an ongoing
search for perfection."
- Gin Seok Song
Every effort has been made to provide you with important and useful information in this flight
manual. However, please remember that this is not a book made to teach you how to fly, and
that courses in a certified professional school are necessary for the safe practice of Speedriding.
This flight manual may be amended at any time without any prior notice. Please visit our
website www.gingliders.com for all the latest info rmation reg arding th e NANO 2010 and all GI N
gliders’ products.
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