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Skywalk Chili 5

Isabela Weir — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 18:00:58 +0000

Our CHILIs have always offered the perfect complete package: they are the high-tech, performance reference in their class, while remaining easy to fly with a very manageable extreme flight behavior. With the CHILI5 we have succeeded in continuing this tradition. The glider flies intuitively as pilot and glider quickly become a single unit. This is especially noticeable when coring thermals. The core becomes easy to find and the glider climbs quickly.

Additional performance can be called up easily and efficiently in all flying conditions. As the first and only of our EN-B intermediates, the CHILI5 is equipped with the Skywalk SPEED CONTROL that helps XC pilots perfect their flying skills to achieve even higher average XC speeds.

With many innovations and small optimizations, we have once again managed to improve the CHILI in all areas to achieve maximum flying comfort and efficiency. The result is the best CHILI ever.

HOW DOES THE CHILI FLY?

Ground handling is easy thanks to the user-friendly line setup. Internal seams on the mini-ribs increase robustness during ground handling as well as launch preparations. The handling is very intuitive, and the glider gives you precise feedback, which builds confidence and makes you feel comfortable immediately. The CHILI5 takes on thermals well, so it’s extremely easy to find the core of the thermal. The CHILI5 is a fast climber. Brake line input is directly converted. Control travel and braking forces are designed to meet the requirements of thermal and XC pilots, so that you can still make a safe landing after many hours in the air. In turbulent air, the CHILI5 provides enough feedback to avoid glider disturbances before they happen. This increases safety and keeps you flying on course. When gliding in active air masses, the wing’s high aerodynamic efficiency can be further increased via the SPEED CONTROL. When flying on bar you can control the angle of attack via the rear risers and significantly increase your average speed.

Construction

In the CHILI5 we use a fabric mix of TX-Light and Dominico 30 DMF, which reduces the weight by ten percent compared to its predecessor, without any disadvantages in terms of robustness and aging resistance. The effect is not only noticeable in your rucksack, it also improves the flying characteristics.

In the usual CHILI manner, the CHILI5 shines with maximum performance, uncomplicated handling and an adequate safety cushion. Good, better, CHILI.

Technical Data:

Size	XXS	XS	S	M	L
Cells	57	57	57	57	57
Area flat (m²)	22,79	24,53	26,35	28,23	30,18
Area projected (m²)	19,54	21,03	22,59	24,20	25,88
Wingspan flat (m)	11,30	11,72	12,15	12,57	13,00
Wingspan projected (m)	9,04	9,37	9,71	10,05	10,40
Aspect ratio flat	5,6	5,6	5,6	5,6	5,6
Aspect ratio projected	4,18	4,18	4,18	4,18	4,18
min. profile depth (cm)	64	66	69	71	74
max. profile depth (cm)	244	253	262	271	280
Glider weight (kg)	4,5	4,8	5,0	5,3	5,6
Certified weight range (kg)	55 – 85	70 – 95	85 – 105	95 – 115	105 – 135
Homologation	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B

Your CHILI package

the high end intermediate comes with:
- 1x Glider backpack ALPINE
- 1x Compression strap
- 1x Innerbag for glider
- 1x Riser bag
- 1x BASIC GUIDE
- 1x Bandana
- 1x Self-adhesive repair patch

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Skywalk Arak Air Paraglider

Isabela Weir — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 23:19:57 +0000

Ultra versatile. Ultralight.

The ARAK is the most versatile glider in our model range and has made a name for itself as a real “multi-tool”: The ARAK is easy to handle and immediately inspires confidence. Its performance enables flights beyond the 300 km mark and its handling invites playful flying of any kind. The special edition of our multitool brings all these features to an ultra-lightweight level: The ARAK AIR combines the concept of the ARAK with the technology of our X-ALPS wings! At only 2.9 kg, the ARAK AIR’s weight is not only reduced by 30%, its packing size is also considerably smaller, so the ultralight glider fits into even the smallest backpack. This exclusive combination makes the ARAK AIR the perfect glider for all pilots who like to fly X-Alps-style and who want to rely on the passive safety of an intermediate glider.

HOW DOES THE ARAK AIR FLY?

Construction

Our ambition was to design an easy-to-fly glider with high performance potential that is ultra-lightweight and very small to pack at the same time. The basic concept of the ARAK AIR is the same as the ARAK and it is manufactured with the same lightweight technology of our X-Alps gliders. The innovative TX-Light fabric, used on the heavily stressed leading edge, offers an excellent compromise between lightness and robustness. On the rest of the canopy the very light 10D material is used. The 10D has a very good aging resistance despite its extremely low weight.

Flying Behavior

The lightweight materials greatly simplify launch behavior. In the air, the ARAK AIR offers a lot of comfort due to its smoothness, making it very easy to handle. The canopy gives excellent feedback and builds confidence right from the start, so you can focus on the essentials even in the most demanding conditions. The compact ultra-lightweight intermediate allows the control of any bank angle with ease, so you will always find the best position in weak thermals as well as in rough lift. Team pilots Oliver Teubert and Kilian Hallweger, who took 1st and 2nd place in the German cross-country championship (DHV-XC) in the standard class with the ARAK 2019, showed that the ARAK series has enormous performance potential. The ARAK AIR lets you easily exploit the potential thanks to its simplicity.

If you want to fly adventures like the X-Alps athletes, but are looking for a glider that is a little easier to handle in everyday life, then the ARAK AIR is your choice!

Technical Data:

Size	XXS	XS	S	M	L
Cells	57	57	57	57	57
Area flat (m²)	21,4	23,3	24,8	26,4	28,6
Area projected (m²)	18,3	20,0	21,3	22,6	24,5
Wingspan flat (m)	10,75	11,22	11,58	11,94	12,42
Wingspan projected (m)	8,60	8,98	9,26	9,55	9,93
Aspect ratio flat	5,40	5,40	5,40	5,40	5,40
Aspect ratio projected	4,03	4,03	4,03	4,03	4,03
min. profile depth (cm)	58	61	63	65	67
max. profile depth (cm)	242	253	261	269	280
*Glider weight (kg)** with Dyneema-Riser. Weight with Regular-Riser apprx. +200g	2,9	3,1	3,3	3,5	3,7
Recommended certified weight range (kg)	55-75	70-85	80-95	90-105	100-120
Certified weight range (kg)	50-80	65-90	75-100	85-110	95-120
Homologation	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B

Your ARAK AIR Package

the ultralight Multitool comes with:
- 1x Glider backpack ALPINE (or HIKE*)
- 1x Compression strap
- 1x Innerbag for glider
- 1x Riser bag
- 1x BASIC GUIDE
- 1x Sticker Set
- 1x Bandana
- 1x Self-adhesive repair patch

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Skywalk Arriba 4

Isabela Weir — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 20:48:46 +0000

Simple. Free.

The easy way to enjoy.

The ARRIBA is the pleasure wing in our lightweight glider range. Equipped with the genes of the TEQUILA series, the ARRIBA 4 combines balanced flying characteristics with particularly easy-to-master performance and a refreshingly low weight. The ARRIBA 4 is the right companion for pilots looking for an easy-to-fly wing that still has enough power for relaxed XCs. Thanks to the high-tech materials used, it is almost a kilo lighter than the TEQUILA 5. That makes the ARRIBA 4 just the right glider for all pilots who want to enjoy the freedom of our sport in a relaxed way.

TECHNICAL DATA

Size	XXS	XS	S	M	L
Cells	49	49	49	49	49
Area flat (m²)	20,50	22,90	25,20	27,10	29,00
Area projected (m²)	17,40	19,40	21,40	22,90	24,60
Wingspan flat (m)	10,42	11,01	11,55	11,97	12,39
Wingspan projected (m)	8,10	8,56	8,98	9,31	9,63
Aspect ratio flat	5,29	5,29	5,29	5,29	5,29
Aspect ratio projected	3,78	3,78	3,78	3,78	3,78
min. profile depth (cm)	52	55	58	60	62
max. profile depth (cm)	249	264	276	287	297
Glider weight (kg) with Dyneema-Riser. Weight with Regular-Riser 200 g	3,3	3,6	3,9	4,1	4,4
Certified weight range (kg)	50 – 75	55 – 82	70 – 95	85 – 105	95 – 115
Extended weight range (kg)		82 – 85			115 – 120
Homologation	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B	LTF/EN: B

Your ARRIBA package

the lightweight intermediate ARRIBA comes with:
- 1x Glider backpack (HIKE or ALPINE)
- 1x Compression strap
- 1x Inner bag for glider
- 1x Riser bag
- 1x BASIC GUIDE
- 1x Bandana
- 1x Sticker Set
- 1x Self-adhesive repair patch

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Skywalk Cumeo

Isabela Weir — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 20:34:39 +0000

Performance. Made light.

XC Flying for Lightweights.

The CUMEO is our lightweight interpretation of the CHILI concept. Our glider for performance-driven XC pilots, who prefer to set their turning points off the beaten path, is so light that you won’t need a cable car when your big day comes. The lightweight materials of Porcher Marine are applied to reduce weight only in areas not felt by the XC pilot. That is why the CUMEO is just as solid in the air as its “heavy” brother and has the same balanced characteristics. You’ll feel the difference – in the backpack on the way to launch or in the baggage net of the train on the long way back from your epic flight.

TECHNICAL DATA

Size	XXS	XS	S	M
Cells	57	57	57	57
Area flat (m²)	21,39	24,59	26,40	28,28
Area projected (m²)	18,34	21,08	22,64	24,25
Wingspan flat (m)	10,99	11,79	12,21	12,64
Wingspan projected (m)	8,79	9,43	9,77	10,11
Aspect ratio flat	5,65	5,65	5,65	5,65
Aspect ratio projected	4,21	4,21	4,21	4,21
min. profile depth	56,88	60,98	63	65,41
max. profile depth	236,61	253,69	263,00	272,10
Glider weight (kg)	3,7	4,1	4,3	4,6
Certified weight range (kg)	55-77	70-95	85-105	95-115

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Skywalk Masala 3

Isabela Weir — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 19:57:01 +0000

Freedom. Every day.

Flying, extra light.

We have developed the MASALA3 for all Hike&Fly pilots, mountaineers and ambitious para-alpinists, who always want to carry their ultralight equipment with them. The lightest paraglider in our lightweight line can be folded as small as a bath towel and fits in the smallest backpack. But the MASALA3 is more than just a quick way for alpinists to get down the mountain. Its balanced flight characteristics carry you playfully from thermal to thermal and it’s so simple to fly that even student pilots will find it easy to enter the third dimension.

Five sizes with optimally designed weight ranges ensure that every pilot finds his or her MASALA3. We have extended the weight ranges of sizes XXS and XS (LTF / EN A) to expand their application range enormously: in the center of the weight range, lighter pilots will find the usual simple and playful MASALA flight characteristics, while para-alpinists and pilots who like to fly in strong winds can launch with high wing loading from tiny peaks, or coastal soar when the wind is blowing harder.

Whether you plan to fly in relaxed or extreme conditions with your MASALA3 – for us skywalkers, the MASALA3 is simply the paraglider for all pilots who want to rediscover freedom every day.

TECHNICAL DATA

Size	XXS	XS	S	M	L
Cells	38	38	38	38	38
Area flat (m²)	19,87	22,36	25,80	27,47	29,20
Area projected (m²)	16,78	18,88	21,79	23,21	24,66
Wingspan flat (m)	9,76	10,36	11,13	11,48	11,84
Wingspan projected (m)	7,63	8,10	8,70	8,97	9,25
Aspect ratio flat	4,80	4,80	4,80	4,80	4,80
Aspect ratio projected	3,47	3,47	3,47	3,47	3,47
min. profile depth	58	61	66	68	70
max. profile depth	253	269	288	298	307
Glider weight (kg) with Dyneema-Riser. Weight with Regular-Riser approx. 150 g	2,7	3	3,3	3,5	3,6
Regular certified weight range (kg)	55-70	55-77	70-95	85-105	95-120
Extended certified weight range (kg)	70-85	77-90

Your MASALA package

the ultralight allrounder MASALA comes with:
- 1x Glider backpack (HIKE or ALPINE)
- 1x Compression strap
- Risers (Regular or Dyneema)
- 1x Innerbag for glider
- 1x Riser bag
- 1x Manual
- 1x Bandana
- 1x Self-adhesive repair patch
- 1x Sticker sheet

optional accessory:
- Bottle holder for HIKE backpack

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Skywalk Cayenne 6

Isabela Weir — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 18:40:46 +0000

Sport Class in Perfection.

Sport class pilots expect a very special glider. A high-tech wing, packed with the latest innovations from the world of competition sports, that can be flown comfortably and lead the pack on epic XC days. We have pursued these requirements single-mindedly in the development of the CAYENNE6 and are more than convinced of the result! The CAYENNE6 exceeds all expectations and is once again a step ahead of the crowd.

Because sport class pilots spend many hours in the air, we paid special attention to the choice of materials. Our choice of lines results in an excellent mix of user-friendliness, low drag and durability. For the first time in paragliding, the CAYENNE6 uses the “TX-Light” material, which we developed in cooperation with a renowned manufacturer. The cloth, which was originally developed for surf kites that are extremely exposed to salt water and UV radiation, sets new standards in terms of aging- and tear- resistance.

High performance comfortably flown – these four words are probably the best way to describe the CAYENNE genes. The new CAYENNE6 is even more balanced than its predecessors and at home in all conditions. Welcome to the new sports class!

TECHNICAL DATA

Size	XXS	XS	S	M	L
Cells	70	70	70	70	70
Area flat (m²)	22,0	23,43	24,90	26,93	27,97
Area projected (m²)	18,6	19,8	21,06	22,8	23,7
Wingspan flat (m)	11,9	12,3	12,7	13,2	13,4
Wingspan projected (m)	9,3	9,6	9,9	10,3	10,5
Aspect ratio flat	6,43	6,43	6,43	6,43	6,43
Aspect ratio projected	4,64	4,64	4,64	4,64	4,64
min. profile depth (cm)	50,3	51,9	53,5	55,6	56,7
max. profile depth (cm)	231,3	238,7	246	255,9	260,9
Glider weight (kg)	4,7	5,0	5,3	5,6	5,9
Certified weight range (kg)	60 – 87	75 – 97	85 – 107	95 – 117	105 – 135
Recommended certified weight range (kg)	65 – 85	80 – 95	90 – 105	100 – 115	110 – 130
Homologation	LTF/EN: C	LTF/EN: C	LTF/EN: C	LTF/EN: C	LTF/EN: C

Your CAYENNE package

The xc sportster CAYENNE6 comes with:

- 1x Glider backpack ALPINE
- 1x Compression strap
- 1x Inner bag for glider
- 1x Riser bag
- 1x BASIC GUIDE
- 1x Bandana
- 1x Self-adhesive repair patch
- 1x Sticker set

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Skywalk Mescal 6

Isabela Weir — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 18:27:01 +0000

Grows with your skills.

Anyone who starts paragliding needs a very special wing: a glider that is particularly easy to handle and gives you a lot of confidence from the first moment. The MESCAL6 is just such a glider – and thanks to our revolutionary “AGILITY SYSTEM” it is also the first glider that grows with the skill of the pilot. This system allows you to adjust the brake line geometry individually to the pilot’s wishes in just a few simple steps, allowing you to refine your feeling for the paraglider and increase it step by step.

But our new entry-level glider inspires not only with its adaptive handling. Student pilots, weekend and leisure pilots get a glider that is completely stress-free from pre-launch preparations to after-landing packing. The MESCAL6 comes equipped with all the latest technologies, placing you at the cutting-edge right from the start!

The MESCAL6 comes equipped with all the latest technologies, placing you at the cutting-edge right from the start. All five sizes are certified in the LTF /EN A category – whether you are flying in “Comfort-” or “Sport-Mode”.

TECHNICAL DATA

Size	XXS	XS	S	M	L
Cells	38	38	38	38	38
Area flat (m²)	22,23	24,29	26,45	28,70	30,74
Area projected (m²)	18,73	20,48	22,30	24,19	25,92
Wingspan flat (m)	10,3	10,8	11,3	11,7	12,1
Wingspan projected (m)	8,1	8,4	8,8	9,2	9,5
Aspect ratio flat	4,80	4,80	4,80	4,80	4,80
Aspect ratio projected	3,47	3,47	3,47	3,47	3,47
min. profile depth (cm)	63	66	69	72	74
max. profile depth (cm)	268	280	292	304	315
Glider weight (kg)	4,3	4,6	4,9	5,2	5,5
Certified weight range (kg)	50 – 75	65 – 85	75 – 95	85 – 110	95 – 135
Homologation	LTF/EN: A	LTF/EN: A	LTF/EN: A	LTF/EN: A	LTF/EN: A

Your MESCAL package

The allrounder MESCAL comes with:

- 1x Glider backpack ALPINE
- 1x Compression strap
- 1x Inner bag for glider
- 1x Riser bag
- 1x BASIC GUIDE
- 1x Bandana
- 1x Sticker Set
- 1x Rigid-Foil for converting the AGILITY SYSTEM
- 1x Self-adhesive repair patch

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Skywalk Arak

Isabela Weir — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 01:03:47 +0000

HOW DOES THE ARAK FLY?

Design

Because we already offer two distinctive intermediates with our TEQUILA and CHILI, we broke new ground in terms of the ARAK’s development. Its moderate aspect ratio and line concept share the straightforwardness of the TEQUILA series. Its performance-oriented profile in combination with the cell count and other built-in technologies minimizes drag and offers you nearly the performance of the CHILI series.

With innovative 32-gram material for the top and bottom sails and 38-gram material for the leading edge, as well as our very kink insensitive Rigid Foil, the ARAK can be compressed super small and packed into any hike & fly rucksack. Yet it is sturdy enough to handle lengthy ground handling sessions or playful flying in the dunes.

Characteristics

The ARAK offers plenty of comfort due to its smoothness and its easy handling. The glider provides great feedback, creating confidence from the start, so you can focus on the essentials even in the most challenging conditions. This compact Intermediate wing allows playful and precise adjustment of your bank angle so you can optimize your position for every situation. From weak to shredded thermals.

Its direct handling makes the ARAK a blast to fly compared to other intermediates. Anyone who has always wanted to fly high wingover will find the ideal training tool in the ARAK. The ARAK’s performance potential is enormous and easy to exploit thanks to its simplicity.

That means no limits to your flying horizon. Whether you’re an XC pilot, a globetrotter or an adventurer, with the ARAK you will always have a reliable partner at your side!

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