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The 1991 TRX is a performance wing with a classic wing tip, finished with a plastic molding. Carbon fiber is widely used in the construction of the structure.
The 1991 TRX is a performance wing with a classic wing tip, finished with a plastic molding. Carbon fiber is widely used in the construction of the structure.
Airborne1 glider
Larger Sting 3. Faired king post. VG. XC recreational.
Bautek1 glider
The Astir is our nose spur construction for the performance-oriented pleasure flyer, which places special emphasis on superior safety, best sink performance and an exemplary easy handling with a small pack size. We have many customers who have already learned to appreciate the nasal spur in a crash as a crumple zone, and no longer want to do without. The device is based on many elements of the proven Zephir CX. The upper sail battens are equipped with spring-loaded slat end plugs that are inserted into the hem of the leeches. In the area of the nose plates, the leading edge has two zippers that prevent the mylar sail from kinking during assembly. With these zippers, all the our hang gliders. The base of the tower is covered with a neoprene protective bag. The steel cable linkages in the sail are slightly higher compared to the CX and thus there is a lot of friction when loading and removal, a greater range of motion for the rope attachment. The tubes, which are pushed into each other like telescopes, collide with massive impacts. All components that require a larger require effort, are reduced to save energy.
Enterprise Wings2 gliders
Icaro 20007 gliders
Designed by world champions Manfred Ruhmer and Christian Ciech, this advanced intermediate glider is the evolution of the Orbiter 2. The target that we set for this new intermediate wing was to optimize simplicity of handling in all phases of flight, without penalizing performance. This hang glider is the right choice for pilots: who prefer a glider that is lighter, more stable and easier to handle who don't need a competition glider for their recreational flying, but still expect good performance.
Designed by world champions Manfred Ruhmer and Christian Ciech, this advanced intermediate glider is the evolution of the Orbiter 2. The target that we set for this new intermediate wing was to optimize simplicity of handling in all phases of flight, without penalizing performance. This hang glider is the right choice for pilots: who prefer a glider that is lighter, more stable and easier to handle who don't need a competition glider for their recreational flying, but still expect good performance.
Designed by world champions Manfred Ruhmer and Christian Ciech, this advanced intermediate glider is the evolution of the Orbiter 2. The target that we set for this new intermediate wing was to optimize simplicity of handling in all phases of flight, without penalizing performance. This hang glider is the right choice for pilots: who prefer a glider that is lighter, more stable and easier to handle who don't need a competition glider for their recreational flying, but still expect good performance.
the Laminar with kingpost. A hang glider for advanced pilots who do not want to fly a kingpost less glider
the Laminar with kingpost. A hang glider for advanced pilots who do not want to fly a kingpost less glider Refined high-AR MastR variant. AR 7.84, 25–27 battens, nose angle 127°. Advanced pilots.
the Laminar with kingpost. A hang glider for advanced pilots who do not want to fly a kingpost less glider
"The Laminar, with a king post." High-performance king post based on Icaro's world-champion topless design. Profiled forward-canted king post reduces drag. DHV Class 3. Glide comparable to many topless gliders.
Moyes5 gliders
The GECKO is designed for the upcoming and experienced recreational pilot. Originally designed to bridge the gap between the Malibu and the Litesport Class, the glider exceeds expectations, in handling just as much as in glide performance. The GECKO is the perfect intermediate glider to introduce pilots to XC flying, with a powerful VG on an otherwise Intermediate planform.
The GECKO is designed for the upcoming and experienced recreational pilot. Originally designed to bridge the gap between the Malibu and the Litesport Class, the glider exceeds expectations, in handling just as much as in glide performance. The GECKO is the perfect intermediate glider to introduce pilots to XC flying, with a powerful VG on an otherwise Intermediate planform.
"Arguably the best king posted hang glider on the market." Designed by Gerolf Heinrichs. Derived from Litespeed knowledge base. Single king post. Glide 14:1 at 40 km/h.
Mid-size Litesport. Glide 14:1 at 40 km/h. Stall 26 km/h, trim 34 km/h, max 97 km/h. USHPA Hang 3–4.
North Wing7 gliders
XC performance king post glider. 40% double surface, curved tips. King post hang system. USHPA Hang 2–5.
Mid-size Freedom. 40% double surface. King post. USHPA Hang 2–5.
Recreational king post glider. Streamline king post standard. USHPA Hang 2–5.
High-performance king post glider. 87% double surface. Nose angle 126°. AR 7.0 — highest in North Wing king-post line. Elliptical tip planform. USHPA Hang 3.
Mid-size Pulse. 57–59% double surface. Airfoil king post.
Intermediate king post. Airfoil king post. 57–59% double surface. Stall 40 km/h, VNE 74 km/h. USHPA Hang 2–5. HGMA certified.
Seedwings3 gliders
The Sensor F5 and new 710 are at the pinnacle of high performance king posted flex wing development and are by far the lightest weight and easiest to fly and the most enjoyable high performance hang glider that Seedwings has ever built Founded in 1975 by its current owner, Bob Trampenau, Seedwings and the Sensor series has had a tremendous influence on the worldwide technological progress of hang gliders and the sport in general
High-performance king post glider. Span 10.4m, area 13.5m², AR 8.0. Curved fiberglass tips. Available in 135, 144, 152 sq ft sizes. Glide ~14:1. VNE 65 mph, VA 55 mph.
Wills Wing8 gliders
Entry-level trainer. Lower AR than Falcon. King post with upper wires. USHPA Hang 1–2. Min sink speed ~27 km/h.
World's best-selling hang glider. Simple, easy to fly, single-surface with double-surface LE pocket. King post with upper wires. USHPA Hang 1.
Standard size Falcon 4. Single-surface with double-surface LE pocket. King post. USHPA Hang 1. Speed range 29–80 km/h.
Large Falcon 4 for heavier pilots. Single-surface with double-surface LE pocket. King post. USHPA Hang 1.
The 1989 HP AT 158 for advanced pilots is regarded as an excellent flying glider. Launch is easy and effortless with a 10-12 knot wind. Pull VG on and it will stay banked in tight thermals with little effort while staying easy to control. It will fly fast when needed to get through turbulance and sink and slow when you want to maximize minimal lift. Landing is a bit difficult because of its small flare window that requires high authority.
High-performance king post intermediate glider. VG, carbon-tip option (Sport 3 Race). USHPA Hang 3. Speed range 30–85 km/h.
Mid-size Sport 3. VG, carbon-tip option. USHPA Hang 3.