Skywalk ARRIBA3 - lightweight wing Skywalk ARRIBA3 The lightweight All-rounder for Flying – Hiking – Traveling The TEQUILA4 is THE benchmark for low level EN-B gliders. A combination of safety features, agility and performance has made skywalks all-rounder one of the most successful gliders of the 2014 season. With the brand-new ARRIBA3, skywalk has brought a lightweight model to the market that combines the versatility of the companys bestseller with the demands of a top-modern, lightweight wing. The TEQUILA4s performance is currently unmatched in the low level EN-B category. Skywalk co-owner Armin Harich was able to demonstrate the superiority of this all-round wing with a 303km flight earlier this year. With the ARRIBA3, skywalk is introducing a lightweight model based on the TEQUILA4 that is quite literally the lightest way to get airborne. Light material and thin lines reduce the weight by more than one kilogram compared to the TEQUILA4. 1100 grams (in size M / 85-100 kg (loaded to 115 kg) take-off weight), that translate to easier launches and an even more compact packing volume. The ARRIBA3 boasts even slightly better performance thanks to the lower drag of its thinner lines. Arne Wehrlin, head of skywalks paraglider division, on skywalks newest glider: The ARRIBA3 was purposely designed not to max out the lightweight category, but rather to remain 100% suitable for daily use. Our goal was to create the ideal glider for all pilots who like to hike up to launch, or who prefer a lightweight glider for XC flying, or who like to travel with lightweight and compact equipment. For this reason, the skywalk team made sure that the glider construction is robust. High quality materials and perfect workmanship guarantee that this wing will bring you pleasure for a long time. Combined with skywalks lightweight harness FLEX or RANGE AIR and Pepper Light rescue chute, you can put together a feather-light kit weighing less than 8 kilograms. In addition to the compression band, risers sleeve and inner bag, you can choose between the Hike 80L mountain rucksack and the normal S rucksack. More info: Skywalk ARRIBA3 Skywalk ARRIBA3 - lightweight wing
Posted on: Wed, 29 Oct 2014 11:53:12 +0000
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