Paragliders
Set-up of the F*Race 2 ABS system
Published on:
01 Sep 2025
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
ABS LINE CONNECTION WITH THE CHEST STRAP
Overview
The F*Race 2 is delivered with an adjustable ABS system. It's made from a dyneema line in which the top loop needs to be in the correct position at all times.
The dyneema line is part of the overall red loop inner diameter, and therefore to the stability of the connection with the toggle (the coloured metallic part which goes through the loop) and the chest strap. It prevents the toggle from getting out of the loop inadvertently.
Current situation and upgrade
For all F*Race 2 harnesses delivered until now, the dyneema ABS line is assembled with a lark's head knot around the red chest strap loop. There may be a possibility, although minimal, that it may slip out of the red loop thereby widening its opening and allowing the toggle to escape when the chest strap is not in tension. We require all dealers to immediately inform their F*Race 2 customers to check the position of this loop, and modify its connection as shown below. This new ABS connection is also implemented in all new F*Race 2 harnesses in production.
How to update the F*Race 2:
Follow the instructions below and please refer to the pictures
1. Original position, to be upgraded.
2. Remove the ABS loop from the red chest strap loop (undo the lark's head knot).
3. Pass the dyneema line through the red chest strap loop.
4. Pass the red chest strap loop through the dyneema ABS loop.
5. Push the dyneema ABS loop all the way to the beginning of the red chest strap loop.
6. Tighten-up the dyneema ABS loop around the red chest strap loop.
SAFETY AND COMMUNICATION
This information may have an impact on your customers flying an F*Race 2. Please make sure they all have received it, and if necessary help them update their product. The product manual will soon be updated accordingly.
For any questions, please contact your local OZONE Dealer or Contact us directly.
