How to Set Up Risers in Paragliding

In paragliding, a pilot is hooked into a harness that is connected to a kite or paraglider. The risers are a group of ropes that connect to different areas of the kite. Risers let you control your launch and descent. Set up risers properly to ensure you have a safe, controlled paragliding experience.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Perform a pre-flight check on all of the paragliding equipment. This check prevents any equipment malfunctions during the glide. Stretch the kite out and spread all the risers out on the ground.

2. Lay the "A" lines on top or outside of the risers. The "A" lines connect to the top edge of the paraglider.

3. Place the lines in alphabetical order. There are three or four risers on a paraglider. The last riser, the "C" or "D" riser are the last risers in the line. The last riser connects to the bottom of the kite.

4. Lift the ends of the risers. Rotate them 180-degrees to the left or right depending on witch side you turn to for the launch.

5. Connect the risers to the harness using the carabiners. The carabiners are on the front of the harness, just below the shoulders.

6. Attach the speed system. The speed system runs from the "A" line down the pilot to the foot. The pilot operates the system with their foot. Connect the speed system to the outside of the "A" line. Make sure it runs outside the harness and webbing to the connection point on the foot.

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