stuartasutherland Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Yip, I know, probably should have done it by now but never really needed the extra speed. After getting my first taste of XCODE at the weekend, I'd like to have the ability to get a bit more. So, I have a pulley at the front (near thigh) and at the back (near my bum). As my risers sit nearly straight up from the front pulleys, do I need to go via the back ones or are they for high hang points? Any hints on setting up much appreciated. Ta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_k Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 If the speed lines aren't going to restrict any arm movement when through the front pulleys, go for that. Always set your lines on the long side until you are sure of the length. Enjoy the speed Stuart, Cheers, Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyfreefly Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Rear ones.....! you will find if you use the front ones when you apply the speed bar your upper torso will naturally lean backwards pointing the prop downwards......if you go through the rear ones near your bum/Arse.... you will find you can achieve a easier push of the speedbar more leverage and stay upright and be able to hold the pressure much more easy for long periods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartasutherland Posted March 5, 2013 Author Share Posted March 5, 2013 Thanks Guys, general consensus is that they need to go through both, especially the rear ones for the reasons mentioned above. Cheers Just need to test now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianbostonlincs Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Hi Stuart Let us know how you got on. I have the Zenith and not tried speed bar on it yet having the same thoughts. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartasutherland Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 Hi, well, it is roughly set up but due to Spring refusing to arrive, I've not flown yet. Happy to report back. Looking forward to trying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Why do people think the speed bar is such a big thing??? Its a basic tool to go faster... IMO you should be taught by your instructor on how to set it up and how and when to use it.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlwarren Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Morgy, I was not taught by my instructor, and when you know no different it is a big thing. It's a complication that can be easerly avoided by just not fitting/using it. However since using the speed bar I love it, and connect it for every flight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Hi Carl My point was you should be taught by your instructor on How to set it up how to use it when and when not to use it... On a BHPA Hill Cause you are taught to use it in normal flight and as a tool for a faster decent with Big ears. Why is this not taught on a PPG course?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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