Independence have some new clothing in their product range:
There is a new, functional and stylish, flight suit; and for those who prefer a separate jacket and trousers, there are two styles of trousers and a jacket too: All are made from robust Softshell and nylon and are breathable, wind and water resistant.
Independence have launched a new speedriding wing, the Carver.
It is said to offer the perfect combination of dynamism and stability, and can be flown in a wide range of wind speeds. It has a very efficient and accurate brake, enabling the easy conversion of speed to height and allowing the pilot to fly sharp turns, and is very roll-stable.
The Cruiser replaces the Merlin as Independence’s beginner glider.
Certified LTF1 and EN A, Independence say the glider offers an outstanding take-off behaviour, high passive safety and a very good glide and performance for this LTF class. It has been designed to give precise handling, yet to be forgiving of small mistakes, important on a wing aimed at beginners and those for whom optimum safety is important.
Apco’s long awaited tandem is now ready. Called the Fun for two (Fun 42) it is aimed at professional and recreational tandem pilots, and will accompany the Play 42 (tandem paramotor and trike wing) in Apco’s range. It is said to have outstanding performance, ease of use and the legendary Apco durability.
All certification test flights for EN Tandem Class B (with trim tabs on risers) have been completed, only the load test is pending.
There is a choice of four colour schemes, and the option of having a non-siliconised undersurface to allow for the easy addition of logos.
Orders are now being taken, with the first deliveries expected before the end of May.
Further information, technical specs etc are available at www.apcoaviation.com
Digifly have released the ARCHIMEDE (basic vario), ARCHIMEDE PLUS (with logger 2D, polar, McCready) and CARTESIO PLUS (can communicate with a GPS, and has also a logger 3D function for the flight track) to replace the Flyer2, Newton and Cartesio2.
The new varios have more powerful and user-friendly software than their predecessors, and other customer-influenced improvements including:
- high power audio now on the front panel
- new high resistant case, metal inside (50% aluminium, 50% nylon) with anti scratch painting
- increased vario sensitivity
- new keyboard with screen help
Montenegro has formed its own National Association to represent paragliding.
A lot of hard work has now resulted in progress with sites and the resolution of some existing problems, but the next few years will be critical in keeping existing sites, and opening up new ones. For this reason the Association of Montenegrin Paragliding Clubs ask that you make contact with them before arrival and they will provide you with contacts for the area you intend to fly in.
So if you are planning to visit, please drop an email to Dusan Simovitch, President of the Paragliding Committee of the Aeronatical Union of Montenegro, before you go: paramonte@cg.yu
A new contest has been created for 2008, the Annecy XC Challenge. It is open to all and free to enter, with prize money and goods totalling 5000 Euros.
All you have to do, is fly your socks off from either Col de la Forclaz or Montmin take offs in Annecy, any time between 15th April and 15th September 2008. Then enter your longest flight into the contest, whose registration is now open at www.xcontest.org/axcc. There’s also an email address if you need to contact the organisers, annecyxcchallenge@live.com.
There are fun (DHV 2 and below) and sport (DHV 2-3 and comp) categories. Prizegiving and party on September 17th.
Mac Para have slightly redesigned their Goya harness to create the Goya II, a light, spacious, aerodynamically cut ABS harness suitable for entry level to intermediate pilots.
One of the improvements has been the replacement of the fabric at the back of the harness by a more comfortable, breathable material. The seat plate is now longer in the L and XL sizes, improving comfort for taller pilots. In addition, the reserve handle has been repositioned to make it easier to reach, and is lighter than before.
The X-Scotia event has the Green light for the weekend, so good luck to all those competing, supporting and organising!
To follow events, www.shpf.co.uk/x-scotia.php.
The Tuesday alert for the X-Scotia to happen this weekend is Amber, ie it could be on!
After the long term forecast for this weekend looking excellent, the high pressure is now forecast to slip NE on Friday and allow Atlantic fronts to cause some trouble for the weekend, though organisers hope the HP will last longer than is currently forecast. There will be a further update tomorrow, and the decision will be taken on Thursday. If Thursday’s alert is green, registration will be at 7pm on Friday followed by a pasta party and briefing.
For more info, www.shpf.co.uk or email x-scotia@sky.com
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