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7. Trimmers
The BALLAD is supplied with a trim riser set. The
‘neutral’ or standard position is when the trimmers are
pulled all the way down and A/B/C riser lengths are
equal. We recommend performing landing and take-off
with the trimmers closed.
The standard trim setting is ideal for climbing under
power and when the air is turbulent. Brake pressure is
lighter and the handling at its best in the standard
trim setting. To increase cruise speed you can use the
speed system, release the trimmers, or do both. Using
the speed system has exactly the same effect as
releasing the trimmers so it is safe and possible to fly
with the trimmers in the standard position whilst using
the full range of the speed system.
Unlike the majority of reflex PPG wings, to increase
cruise speed you can use the speed system, release the
trimmers, or do both.
It is not necessary to release the trimmers before
accelerating. Using the speed system has exactly the
same effect as releasing the trimmers so it is safe and
possible to fly with the trimmers in the neutral position
whilst using the full range of the speed system.
In turbulent air the reflex profile is very stable. It will
resist reasonable levels of turbulence with a high
