Archive For: NEWS GEAR

6 JAN 2016

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BRAND NEWS

Win a Montis harness by giving The Three Kings a thumbs-up!

NOVA Paragliders are offering a NOVA Montis mountain harnesses to the pilot picked from a lucky draw on the 11th January.

The Montis is a super comfortable ultra light harness weighing only 300g and ideal for hike & fly.

To participate, click “like” on their Three Kings photo on the NOVA Facebook page.

More info on the NOVA Montis here

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17/12/2015

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NEW RELEASE

OZONE Buzz Z5 EN-B, comfortable to fly

Ozone’s BUZZ Z5 EN-B is adapted to satisfy a wide range of pilots from the confirmed beginner to the more experienced cross-country pilot.

An ideal wing for pilots flying 30-50 hours per year or for those looking to progress to cross-country under a solid and safe wing, the BUZZ Z5 is a reliable example of passive safety with comfortable, easy handling.

A fun and agile wing offering precision and safety for pilot progression.

Find out more from Ozone

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10 December 2015

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NEW

NIVIUK release their performance adventure wing, the Peak 4

After the recent release of NIVIUK’s Grand Touring Artik 4, here comes its big sister, the Peak 4.

Designed for outstanding XC performance, NIVIUK say the Peak 4 is a pure bred cross-country wing made for non-stop cross-country flying.

The Peak 4’s DNA stems from the super successful Icepeak6, and although the Peak 4 remains a 2-liner and certified in the EN-D category, Niviuk’s more recent technology (nitinol) has been incorporated to reshape the profile and reduce the glider’s weight.  the result is a sorted wing with improved handling and overall performance.

The Peak 4 is a wing for those with an insatiable appetite for kilometer-crunching and offers endless exploring potential for any budding adventure pilot.

More from the NIVIUK website

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09/12/2015

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NEW

Newby brand MAYA launches with professional tandem wing

Edith Piaf’s “La vie en rose” can be heard above the heights of Oludeniz, Turkey!

MAYA is a new glider manufacturer in Turkey.  The brand has decided to start it’s paragliding history with the commercialisation of a 41 m² EN-B tandem wing, NOMAD, designed for professionals.  MAYA say that the glider’s characteristics make it easy to launch and land.

No doubt we will be hearing more soon…

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08/12/2015

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NEW

New SUP’AIR EN-B Leaf

SUP’AIR has announced the release of their first major generic wing for the beginning of 2016. The SUP’AIR Leaf, positions itself as an accessible mid-range wing, able to satisfy a wide range of pilots in the EN-B category whether they are at the beginning of their paragliding career or already proficient.

Find out more on the SUP’AIR website 

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18/11/2015

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NEW

ADVANCE PI 2 is a light weight all-rounder

NEWS ADVANCE

The new Advance PI 2 takes its technology from the Omega X-Alps using the Omega’s optimised internal structure, amongst others.  The result is a light, compact glider starting at 2.12 kg in weight.

A versatile light weight glider

The  new Advance PI 2 is available in four sizes: 16, 19, 23 et 27 m²  with three different weight ranges for each size, so whether using the PI 2 for thermalling, hike and fly or as a mini-wing, the pilot can choose which size is best suited to the discipline and pilot flying ability.

From beginner to expert and even the “weekend-warrior”, the PI 2 is a versatile wing for any pilot looking for a versatile three-in-one combo.

The first demo’s will be delivered to major flying schools at the end of December.

see characteristics

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18 NOV 2015

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NEW

OZONE Forza harness for experienced pilots

OZONE’s Forza is a sleek high performance harness designed for experienced cross-country pilots or those looking to begin serious XC flying.  With its seatboardless design it is lightweight and aerodynamic, providing pilots with enhanced handling and comfort in flight.

The Forza’s minimalistic design (lack of straps and obscure adjustments) have considerably reduced the bulk and weight of the harness (5,6 kg pour la taille M).

9 sizes available all with 17cm foam protection and additionnal 7cm back and shoulder protection.

Price : 1395 € – find out more from Ozone

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18/11/2015

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DISTANCE RECORD

SOL CXC Pro harness used in world distance record

Brazilian brand, SOL, are proud of their home pilots for new distance record!

Recordmen Marcelo Prieto and Donizete Lemos both flew with the latest harness from Brazilian brand SOL, the CXC-Pro, during their record distance flight on 9th October of 515km this year.  They launched from Brazil’s Tacima, and covered the distance in 11h20 minutes.

Released in the spring 2015 the SOL CXC Pro was developped with the input from several of the country’s distance pilots, working togeether on the performance and comfort aspects of the harness, to create a product destined for long distance flying.

Find out more from the SOL website

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13 November 2015

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NEW

NOVA says no more creases with the Speedbrake Riser

NEWS NOVA

NOVA’s “Speedbrake Riser” is the first triple-set riser which enables the pilot to hold the glider in an accelerated or decelerated configuration without distorting the profile.

Increased traction on the C’s penalises performance

NOVA admits to not being a huge fan of C-steering handles because they tend to distort the canopy’s surface which as a result, reduces performance.  To overcome this, the manufacturer, together with Robert Schaller*, has developped the “Speedbrake Riser”: the B and C risers are connectd by a strap which, when the C’s are shortened in length (pulled), have an immediate effect on the B lines.  The result is a perfectly smooth deceleration of the glider without the canopy creasing.  The new system promises to bring greater performance to pilots flying cross country.

* NOVA team pilot studying Applied Science
Photo : www.nova.eu
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