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Gin ParaglidersGo further - don’t follow the crowd - fly GIN!
Gin Bolero 4 LTF 1, EN A-BA new standard in its class
The latest materials and technologies have been used for the construction of the Bolero 4. Gin’s R&D team have spent a lot of time making inflation perfect and easy in all different kinds of conditions. The wing is very easy to ground handle, and very forgiving on take off. These characteristics are the result of a new leading edge that is reinforced with flexible plastic battens. This enables a reduction in weight over conventional mylar inserts, while maintaining the same aerodynamic characteristics. A big effort was made on reducing the weight of the glider—to improve the inflation, the performance and the general behaviour of the wing. The fabric for the top surface uses a water-based coating for better durability and resistance to porosity. In flight, the Bolero 4 is docile and damps air mass movements to keep the pilot serene at all times. A thorough trimming of the wing provides great stability on all axes, while still maintaining precise handling. The wing will obey any brake input immediately but without excess. The sink rate has been improved to make it more efficient while thermalling and also to avoid beginners banking the glider excessively if they are too sudden on the brake. The brake travel is thus long and progressive. On landing, the Bolero 4 will only surprise you with its ease.
Gin Gliders is proud to release a wing with such good performance, especially in terms of handling. Among its competitors on the market, the Bolero 4 is the only high-level entry wing that is EN A and LTF A certified. This proves that the Bolero 4 is the right choice for students from their first steps in the air to their first long flights and much more.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Bolero 4 XS | 55-75kg | 1 | A-B | £2,299 |
| Bolero 4 S | 70-85kg | 1 | A-B | £2,299 |
| Bolero 4 M | 85-105kg | 1 | A-B | £2,299 |
| Bolero 4 L | 95-120kg | 1 | A-B | £2,299 |
| Bolero 4 XL | 115-140kg | 1 | A-B | £2,349 |
Gin Yeti LTF 1 (Size 22 = LTF2, EN B)Ultra-Light Glider
Easy: an impressive inflation and launch
A lightweight glider must be easy to use: manageable whilst handling on the ground, easy to launch, and easy to fly. The Yeti is a very lightweight version of the Bolero. Hence the safety aspect and in-flight performance are much like that of a LTF1 glider, but with more speed and more dynamic handling. In flight, the biggest advantage over the previous version is improved performance, this is a glider which is more compact, more precise and more efficient thermalling.
The Yeti has very easy launch characteristics: it does not overfly and puts the pilot in charge immediately. These two characteristics are a must for any mountaineering glider. The Yeti retains these but its ultra-light weight makes inflation even better! To enable take-off from steep slopes or snow, attachment points have been added to the top surface to connect the glider to the ground.
The Yeti is hand made, with each unit assembled by one person. This requires many hours in manufacturing, concentrating on every detail to achieve a beautifully crafted glider.
Result = 2.9 kg
This combination of design, technology, manufacturing and materials makes an ultra-easy, ultra-light paraglider which is able to fly efficiently in thermals: 2.9 kg for the smallest size (19 sqm) to 4.6 kg for the largest size.
The Yeti comes in 6 sizes - from a 19 sqm glider for mountaineering experts to 5 other certified sizes from 45 kg to 105 kg pilot weight!
THE OPTIONAL YETI RUCKSACK ALSO DOUBLES AS A COMBINED LIGHTWEIGHT MOUNTAIN HARNESS!
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT with lightweight rucksack | Cost inc VAT with convertible harness/rucksack |
| Yeti 22 | 50-65kg | 2 | B | £2,299 | £2,499 |
| Yeti 24 | 55-75kg | 1 | - | £2,299 | £2,499 |
| Yeti 26 | 70-90kg | 1 | - | £2,299 | £2,499 |
| Yeti 28 | 85-105kg | 1 | - | £2,299 | £2,499 |
| Yeti 31 | 85-110kg | 1 | - | £2,299 | £2,499 |
Gin Sprint LTF 1-2, EN BHigh-end 1-2 paraglider - Your flight partner
A good paraglider must be able to be forgotten by the pilot during the flight. After all, there are many better things to do in flight than to constantly worry about your paraglider!
The Sprint has been designed and trimmed to be your flight partner in all situations. In the air, whatever your experience, the flight is always a story between you and the elements. On a long cross country from your favorite flying site, or simply in the air to enjoy the end of a beautiful day, the smooth feeling on glide and the precision in the turn of the Sprint will be your partner. In flight, well-being is essential because after coming back down to earth, the only important thing is the next flight. The Sprint creates a new standard in this intermediate category. Performance is amazing, it is a complete new step in the behaviour among these intermediate gliders. It climbs and behaves like a high performance wing in the thermal. The pitch stability gives an amazing ratio between performance and comfort.
To be your best friend in flight, the Sprint must have high performance, but must also be easy to pilot in all situations and phases of the flight. At take off, even with strong wind, this glider launches without a big surge. No stress. The main characteristic of this wingis an impressive ratio between the performance and the smooth feeling of safety: the Sprint has well damped reactions to turbulence, making the flight very comfortable.
Rigifoil Inside
The Sprint is equipped with the RIGIFOIL, the patented system (no. PCT/KR00/00665) already used on the highest performance GIN gliders like the Boomerang series. On the Sprint, the RIGIFOIL is used to maintain the solidity of the leading edge and to avoid pitching of the tips. It makes the glider very smooth to fly, even at the very high top speed for this category of glider. The maximum speed is very high for a glider with an aspect ratio of 5.32. Such speed is possible, and still comfortable, because the RIGIFOIL helps to keep the air inlets open and avoid collapses.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Sprint XXS | 55-73kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
| Sprint XS | 68-87kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
| Sprint S | 80-100kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
| Sprint M | 90-110kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
| Sprint L | 105-130kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
Gradient ParaglidersSuperb Performance for every ability
Gradient Bright 4 DHV 1A Superb All-round Glider for all levels of pilot
Gradient has focused primarily on safety in the development the new Bright4 and important improvements in recovery behaviour have been achieved. Spiral recovery characteristics are a challenging feature of lower aspect ratio designs but the advanced testing and research at Gradient has resulted in a glider with an even greater degree of passive safety while maintaining good handling and performance for a paraglider in EN/LTF A. The gliders characteristics and ground handling should achieve an effective and fast learning progress among the pilots. Easy take off and stabile flight fit for beginners that are looking for relaxed paragliding fun.
Gradient continues with our proven mix of Porcher Marine Skytex (S 9092 45 g/m2) water repellent cloth for the upper sail and Porcher Marine Skytex (S 9017 40g/m2) for the lower surface. The main ribs are made of stretch-resistant Porcher Marine Skytex. This carefully chosen mix of cloth types for the different elements of the design ensures the optimum balance of durability, lasting performance and strength.
| Glider | Weight range | EN | LTF | Cost inc VAT |
| Bright III 24 | 63-80kg | A | A | £2,500 |
| Bright III 26 | 75-95kg | A | A | £2,500 |
| Bright III 28 | 90-110kg | A | A | £2,500 |
| Bright III 30 | 105-135kg | A | A | £2,500 |
Gradient Golden 3 LTF 1-2, EN BThe Star of Sports Class - Paragliding at its best captures the true spirit of freedom and adventure.
After the worldwide success of the Golden2, Gradient's new intermediate glider comes up with certification EN-B, LTF 1-2. The glider will be available in five sizes (22-30). So, the whole weight range of pilots is covered. The Golden3 is a completely new development that rose from a final comparison of different prototypes. The Golden3 has a new profile to achieve a higher degree of effectiveness in converting airstreams. Concerning the Golden3's handling the Gradient-Team's target was to achieve a sensitive sport class characteristic to give maximum feedback to the pilot. So, the pilot is able to react precisely on air movement and turbulence. Like all other Gradient's models, the Golden3 comes up with the typical Gradient's wing construction: it reduces the gliders weight and further improves the wing's flight characteristics in extreme manoeuvres, turbulent air and thermals.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Golden 3 22 | 62-77kg | 1-2 | B | £2,750 |
| Golden 3 24 | 75-90kg | 1-2 | B | £2,750 |
| Golden 3 26 | 85-100kg | 1-2 | B | £2,750 |
| Golden 3 28 | 95-115kg | 1-2 | B | £2,750 |
| Golden 3 30 | 110-130kg | 1-2 | B | £2,750 |
Gradient Montana LTF 1-2, EN BLightweight / Mountain Glider - If you are interested in adventure paragliding or are a convert to a minimalist approach to enjoying your flying, take a look at the new Montana from Gradient.
Montana is Gradient's new light weight mountain glider. With Montana, Gradient follows the success of our well known Delite glider which has been in production for three years and which has been very popular in this is a specialist sector of the market. The Gradient Development Team decided on greater specialisation for the new light weight Montana. Gradient aimed for very well balanced stability-performance measures, a high quality construction and overall user friendliness. All these aims are clearly achieved in the Montana. Montana offers similar performance potential to the Delite but with greater (~12%) weight and volume reduction. Light 15mm wide risers with extra light Ronstan pulleys and specially shaped light-weight Peguet (Mailon Rapide) carabiners are standard. Montana is produced from the same Porcher fabric as Delite, with proven durability and performance.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Montana 22 | 58-70kg | - | - | £2,460 |
| Montana 24 | 65-80kg | 1-2 | B | £2,460 |
| Montana 26 | 75-95kg | 1-2 | B | £2,460 |
| Montana 28 | 90-110kg | 1-2 | B | £2,460 |
| Montana 30 | 105-125kg | - | - | £2,460 |
Ozone ParaglidersNo longer the new kid on the block, Ozone make world-class kit
Ozone Mojo 3 LTF 1, EN BThe Mojo 3’s central purpose is to provide the passive safety that pilots may rely on for their first stages of cross country flying, but the most significant improvement for this generation is in speed and glide performance.The Mojo 3 is balanced and safe enough for a student’s first days on the hill, but has the agility and performance needed for 100km and longer XC flights.
With similar flight characteristics to its predecessors, the Mojo 3 has massive brake travel and a very comfortable feel. The wing inflates easily in no-wind conditions and has zero tendencies to overshoot in higher winds. Though precise, the brake travel is forgiving enough for a beginner to set up the slightly tighter landing patterns that XC flying introduces.
Major performance gains have been made through drag reduction and a more efficient trailing edge, due to a 10% reduction in total line length and more advanced internal construction at the trailing edge. These improvements have now put the Mojo 3 at the top of its category not only in terms of safety and handling, but in glide and speed performance as well.
The new Mojo 3 is constructed from 45gm2 Porcher Sport Skytex cloth, which has proven to be a durable and reliable material with unparalleled longevity.
The overall passive safety of the Mojo Series has remained uncompromised, even with the current performance gains of the Mojo3. It is solid and forgiving enough for any new pilot or for pilots for whom passive safety is paramount… Whichever type of pilot you are, we are confident that the Mojo3 will take you wherever you want to go, and further. Enjoy your time at cloudbase.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Mojo 3 XS | 55-70kg | - | B | £2,350 |
| Mojo 3 S | 65-85kg | 1 | B | £2,350 |
| Mojo 3 M | 85-100kg | 1 | B | £2,350 |
| Mojo 3 L | 95-115kg | 1 | B | £2,350 |
| Mojo 3 XL | 110-135kg | - | B | £2,350 |
Ozone Buzz Z3 EN B (A)The Buzz Series has set a new standard for versatility in the 1-2 / B class of wings.With passive safety and comfort suitable for newer pilots, and handling and glide performance for long XC flights, the new Z3 is a highly capable tool in the hands of a Beginner-Intermediate pilot.
BALANCE
Finding the ideal balance between sail weight, aspect ratio, and profile is the crucial quest for any wing, but in the 1-2 / B category the result must come together with all of the factors aligned equally, and with no sacrifice. The Z3 is the perfect balance between safety and performance for many pilots. Talented beginners will find a wing with which they can progress for several years, and higher airtime pilots will experience the full usability of the Z3 in active air and real XC conditions.
FEELING
Flying the Z3, comfort is the first word that comes to mind. The compact, pitch stable feel is ‘natural’ and relaxing. Feedback to the pilot is perfectly moderated through progressive brake pressure, providing information that you will use to climb easily in thermals. The pitch stability of the Z3 means that it carves gently into the core of the thermal, without sliding out or resisting the perfect roll angle, which is all too common in other 1-2 / B wings with less handling. The Buzz Z3 has a highly compact and coordinated feel which pilots of all abilities will appreciate.
PERFORMANCE
Extremely solid in active air, you will instantly appreciate the Z3’s stability in turbulence and in accelerated flight. A carefully refined profile and perfectly balanced sail tension are its key ingredients for performance in active air. New mini-ribs make the trailing edge smooth and free of unnecessary parasitic drag, and a new line plan has reduced the overall line drag by 12% over its predecessor.
The Buzz Z3 is an ideal choice for pilots who fly approximately 30-50 hours per year, or for more experienced pilots who are searching for a wing with passive safety and comfort in the middle of the 1-2 / B class.
We have poured a great deal of time and energy into the design and testing of this wing, as with all of our wings, with the knowledge that the Buzz series has become the best-selling choice for thousands of leisure pilots around the world.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Buzz Z3 XS | 55-70kg | A | £2,650 | |
| Buzz Z3 S | 65-85kg | B | £2,650 | |
| Buzz Z3 MS | 75-95kg | B | £2,650 | |
| Buzz Z3 ML | 85-105kg | B | £2,650 | |
| Buzz Z3 L | 95-115kg | B | £2,650 | |
| Buzz Z3 XL | 110-135kg (110-130 cert) | B | £2,750 |
Sky ParaglidersA great range of gliders from the Czech Republic, with something for everyone and excellent performance
Sky Anakis LTF 1 (SMALL 1/2), EN B- High safety level
- Extremely easy take-off even at difficult conditions
- Minimal sink rate and high gliding ratio
- High acceleration using the speed system.
- Very nice and comfortable SKY handling
- Predictable manoeuvres even in non standard flying regimes
- Very low weight (4,6 kg in M size)
- State of arts manufacturing and high quality
- Material usage (distinctive material – skytex evolution – with a higher abrasion protection used on the leading edge to minimize the increasing values of porosity and water repellent coating material for the rest of the wing the minimize the ageing of the wing)
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Anakis S | 60-80kg | 1/2 | B | £2,455 |
| Anakis M | 75-95kg | 1 | B | £2,455 |
| Anakis L | 87-110kg | 1 | B | £2,455 |
| Anakis XL | 105-130kg | 1 | B | £2,455 |
Sky Atis 3 EN B- High stability
- Speed and ability to penetrate in the headwind
- Low weight (4,9 kg in M size)
- Comfortable SKY handling
- Thermalling
- Predictable and easily controlled reactions during SIV manoeuvres (Simulation d’Incident en Vol)
- Performance index (glide/aspect ratio) at the level 1,69 (!)
- Trailing edge with velcro opening for easy cleaning of the canopy
- State of art manufacturing and high quality
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Atis 3 S | 60-80kg | B | £2790 | |
| Atis 3 M | 75-95kg | B | £2790 | |
| Atis 3 L | 87-110kg | B | £2790 | |
| Atis 3 XL | 105-130kg | B | £2790 |
Airwave ParaglidersThe tradition of free-flight excellence continues...
Airwave Gecko LTF 1Design Notes
We know that one of the most important attributes of a wing of this level is the ease of launch - if youre finding it hard to get off the ground youll get less time in the air, and soon get frustrated. With this in mind weve spent a long time working on building in exceptionally forgiving launch and ground handling characteristics into this wing; the Gecko climbs overhead with a very smooth motion and has no tendency to overshoot, no matter how hard and aggressive you are with it. Even if the glider comes up off to one side its very easy to correct and continue with the launch. The most important attribute in a wing of this class has to be security and stability. By bringing the centre lines together and reducing the amount of roll weve made the Gecko feel incredibly secure, even to a novice. Internally we used an unusual box construction within the wing to give greater stability at the front of the wing. The As and Bs are closer together than normal so the profile is thicker and more stable than usual. This make the leading edge feel like a rigid box and makes the wing more stable and resistant to collapse. Even if you pull too hard on the As during the launch the glider wont collapse, and if you hang on the B-lines the glider just carries on flying, it wont stall because of this feature.
Finally we increased the brake range, so the pilot can fly with their hands locked down without stalling, to make the Gecko almost bombproof.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Gecko S | 65-85kg | 1 | - | £2,299 |
| Gecko M | 80-100kg | 1 | - | £2,299 |
| Gecko L | 95-120kg | 1 | - | £2,299 |
Airwave Wave 2 LTF 1-2, EN BDesign Notes
The Wave 2 is a fun glider to fly and provides beginners with a safe tool to continue to improve their flying skills but still leaving them enough room for learning. The excellent combination of safety, stability and security makes it the perfect glider for recreational pilots who want peace of mind in their flights. The Wave 2 uses highly sophisticated technology that we'd never dreamt of putting into a glider of this level before. The overall line length has been optimized to just 328 metres for the medium size. This gives the Wave 2 its excellent glide and also reduces the overall weight of the wing. The Wave 2 boasts an auto stable profile. This means that the wing will stay where it should be relative to you, directly overhead, with only minimal input. This reduces your workload in the air and helps you get the most from the wing.
The Wave 2 is the first Airwave wing to successfully use 'photogrammetry' in the design. This technique uses digital photography to analyse the shape of the glider in the air. Digital photos are translated into a 3D model of the glider, which allows us to check that the glider is the exact shape it was designed to be, in the air and not just in the design program. When we first did this on the Wave 2 we found some significant differences between the flying wing and the theoretical model produced with Merlin, our design software. Correcting these differences has significantly helped to improve the general flying characteristics of the Wave 2. The photogrammetry technique will now be used throughout the entire Airwave range.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Wave 2 S | 65-85kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
| Wave 2 M | 80-105kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
| Wave 2 L | 95-120kg | 1-2 | B | £2,699 |
Airwave Sport 4 LTF 1-2, EN BDesign Notes
When we started work on the Sport4, we knew we'd have to work hard to keep that same Sport feeling that pilots had come to expect, but also improve the performance to put this latest evolution right up with the best of its class for the next two years.
With the success of the Magic4, the first true 3-line glider to achieve DHV certification, the obvious place to look for more performance was in the line arrangements. We built both 3-line and 4-line versions of the Sport4, both of which would pass the certification tests. However, after extensive testing we realised that the 4-line version was simply easier to fly: it thermalled better, with longer, more forgiving brake travel, and still had fantastic responsive handling. So we concluded that for gliders of longer cord 4 rows of lines were better, so for the Sport4 we used four rows of lines in the middle of the wing where the cord is longer and 3 rows in the tip where the cord is less. So the Sport 4 has the best of both worlds, reduced line length and great comfort and usability. We also added the hybrid diagonals that are becoming standard across the entire range, put in span-wise strengtheners to add greater rigidity and collapse resistance, and removed one of the cells to give even greater roll stability and make the wing even more accessible to a greater range of pilot. The end result is the Sport4 is the easiest wing to fly we've ever made. An exceptional sink rate means you're always "top of the stack" and the "auto-thermalling" handling means it's easy and great fun to get there. If you want to try any glider in our range to understand our design philosophy try the Sport4.
| Glider | Weight range | LTF | EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Sport 4 S | 60-85kg | 1-2 | B | £2,799 |
| Sport 4 M | 80-105kg | 1-2 | B | £2,799 |
| Sport 4 L | 95-120kg | 1-2 | B | £2,799 |
| Sport 4 XL | 115-140kg | 1-2 | B | £2,799 |
Skywalk ParaglidersAnother new kid on the block? Nah, they’re great wings...
Skywalk Mescal 3 DHV 1A truly pilot-friendly wing: the super easy launch performance lets pilots experience success quickly, and once in the air, the MESCAL3 spoils pilots with amazingly good handling and very good climb. This glider is exactly suited to the novice pilot who needs a wing he can depend upon 100 percent.
Unadulterated flying pleasure right from the get-go...
The EN-A/LTF-A certified MESCAL3 rewards pilots with comfortable handling and very good climb performance with enormous safety reserves.
Nothing is more important than having full trust in your wing for unadulterated flying pleasure right from the get-go.
| Glider | Weight range | DHV | LTF/EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Mescal 3 XS | 60-80kg | - | A - A | £2,400 |
| Mescal 3 S | 75-95kg | - | A - A | £2,400 |
| Mescal 3 M | 85-105kg | - | A - A | £2,400 |
| Mescal 3 L | 100-120kg | - | A - A | £2,400 |
| Mescal 3 XL | 115-140kg | - | A - A | £2,400 |
Skywalk Tequila 3 DHV 1-2Paragliding is all about the unlimited freedom of flying and the joy that this brings. We focused our full attention on conveying this singular feeling while developing the TEQUILA.
In the meantime, the TEQUILA has come to enjoy legendary status and its broad range of use has continued to expand since its conception.
Whether talented novice or casual xc-pilot: the TEQUILA was and remains today an excellent choice for many pilots.
To top things off, the TEQUILA3 is equipped with innovative 3-Line-Technology and rigid foil. The performance profits thanks to a more than 20 percent savings in drag.
This all rounder wing looks after the pilot with direct, simple handling and extraordinary launch performance.
| Glider | Weight range | DHV | LTF/EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Tequila 3 XS | 60-80kg | - | B - B | £2,700 |
| Tequila 3 S | 75-95kg | - | B - B | £2,700 |
| Tequila 3 M | 85-110kg | - | B - B | £2,700 |
| Tequila 3 L | 105-125kg | - | B - B | £2,700 |
| Tequila 3 XL | 115-140kg | - | B - B | £2,700 |
Skywalk Arriba DHV 1-2Lightweight Glider
Derived from the outstanding TEQUILA2, equipped with the proven aluminium cloth, aerofabríx [AL]29, refined with unsheathed competition lines as part of a hybrid line system, appointed with drag-optimised risers and a rigid foil system from Gin, it offers pilots a combination of advantages never experienced before!
- light weight
- small packed volume
- incredible performance data
- perfect handling
- generous stability
- eye-catching design
| Glider | Weight range | DHV | LTF/EN | Cost inc VAT |
| Arriba XS | 60-80kg | 1-2 | - | £2,700 |
| Arriba S | 75-95kg | 1-2 | - | £2,700 |
| Arriba M | 85-105kg | 1-2 | - | £2,700 |
| Arriba L | 100-118kg | 1-2 | - | £2,750 |