Pour les pros. Pour les aventuriers.
Pour tous ceux qui veulent aller haut.
La X-ALPS6 est plus qu’un simple parapente : c’est un outil haute performance destiné aux pilotes qui doivent pouvoir compter sur chaque détail. Conçue pour relever les défis extrêmes de la Red Bull X-Alps, elle séduit par ses excellentes performances sur de longues distances, son contrôle précis dans des conditions difficiles et son décollage fiable, même sur les terrains les plus accidentés.
Grâce à sa construction ultra-légère et à son encombrement réduit, la X-ALPS6 est la compagne idéale pour les étapes intensives de randonnée et de vol, lorsque chaque gramme compte et qu’une efficacité maximale est requise. Cette voile est synonyme de pure volonté de performance. Conçue pour les pilotes qui voient grand.
Conçu pour la course de randonnée et de vol la plus difficile au monde.
Prêt pour ta prochaine aventure.
Conçu pour la course de randonnée et de vol la plus difficile au monde.
Prêt pour ta prochaine aventure.
Caractéristiques de vol
La X-ALPS6 impressionne par son comportement au décollage exceptionnellement facile pour sa catégorie. La voile ultralégère se déploie proprement au-dessus du pilote avec une impulsion minimale. Le décollage est ainsi fiable, même dans des conditions difficiles.
C’est dans les thermiques qu’elle révèle son côté ludique : la faible pression sur les commandes, la réactivité directe et le centrage sans effort rappellent le maniement familier d’une SAGE – sensible, intuitive, précise.
Mais lorsque l’accélérateur entre en jeu, la X-ALPS6 déploie tout son potentiel, dans la pure tradition de la POISON. Grâce à sa grande stabilité intrinsèque, l’aile glisse efficacement à travers les masses d’air en mouvement, transforme les turbulences en altitude et reste toujours parfaitement contrôlable. La commande B permet également un vol actif et économe en énergie, idéal pour les longs passages de glisse où l’efficacité est primordiale.
Le profil nouvellement développé, les techniques de fabrication ultramodernes et une répartition optimisée des tensions apportent une puissance nettement supérieure et une vitesse maximale nettement plus élevée – exactement la réserve sur laquelle les pilotes ambitieux de Hike&Fly et X-Alps peuvent compter dans les moments critiques.
Prêt à décoller sur tous les terrains, souverain dans toutes les masses d’air.
2 LINE LEVELS WITH B-STEERING
Reduces the number of lines and the resulting drag. Allows a fast, efficient flying style.
Advantages: more performance, full control when flying accelerated and a better overview at launch.
3D-SHAPING
A precise calculation of the leading edge geometry and the installation of an additional strip of fabric reduce wrinkling in this sensitive part of the glider.
Advantages: exact wing shape, more performance.
SHARK NOSE
Together with a corresponding wing design, the shark nose technology improves pressure distribution in the canopy substantially.
Advantages: much more solid flying feeling and substantial performance gain, especially when gliding on bar.
MINI RIBS
Doubling the number of cells at the trailing edge increases its shape stability substantially.
Advantage: fewer vortices improve the aerodynamics and with it the performance.
RIGID FOIL
Nylon and Nitinol wires keep the leading edge and the profile in shape and ensure constant ram air pressure.
Advantages: better take-off behavior and more performance.
SMART LINK SYSTEM
Color coded seams on the risers to ensure that the risers are connected correctly and without being twisted.
red = left / blue = right
| Size | 75+ | 85+ | 95+ | 105+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cells | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 |
| Area flat (m²) | 20.4 | 21.48 | 22.6 | 23.7 |
| Area projected (m²) | 17.63 | 18.56 | 19.53 | 20.48 |
| Wingspan flat (m) | 11.56 | 11.86 | 12.16 | 12.46 |
| Wingspan projected (m) | 9.54 | 9.79 | 10.04 | 10.29 |
| Aspect ratio flat | 6.6 | 6.6 | 6.6 | 6.6 |
| Aspect ratio projected | 5.18 | 5.18 | 5.18 | 5.18 |
| Weight (kg) | 3.45 | 3.6 | 3.75 | 3.8 |
| Certified weight range (kg) | 55 - 78 | 70 - 88 | 75 - 98 | 85 - 108 |
| Homologation | LTF/EN D | LTF/EN D | LTF/EN D | LTF/EN D |
| Upper sail | Dominico 10D |
| Bottom sail | Dominico 10D |
| Profiles | Porcher Skytex 27 hard |
| Diagonals | Porcher Skytex 27 hard |
| Straps | Porcher Skytex 27 hard |
| Main lines | Edelrid 8001U - 340/190/130; Liros PPSLS 125 |
| Middle lines | Edelrid 8001U - 190/130/90/70/50 |
| Top lines | Edelrid 8001U - 90/70/50; 9200-30 |
| Main brake line | Liros DFLP 200/32; Edelrid 8001U - 190 |
| Middle brake lines | Edelrid 8001U - 50, 9200-30 |
| Top brake lines | Edelrid 9200-30 |
| Risers | Cousin Freres 7 mm Gurtband |
What do I have to consider when using X-ALPS6?
The X-ALPS6 has been optimised for lightness in terms of design and material mix. In order to enjoy the glider for as long as possible and to maximise its performance, we recommend exposing the glider to as little mechanical stress and extreme flight manoeuvres as possible.
Which advantages does the B-steering enable?
The B-steering is – besides the low line resistance – the biggest advantage of the 2-liner technology. This allows for a very efficient and fast flying style when accelerated. The effort required is many times less compared to 3-liners.
What do I have to consider with the B-steering?
In general, control via the B-risers cannot replace the brake, therefore we recommend using the B-steering only in accelerated flight. In addition, the B-steering can also be used at trim speed. However, care must be taken to set only short, corrective impulses, otherwise there is a risk of stalling the wing due to strong inputs!
Do the rigid foils in the glider need any special attention or packing method?
Due to the stiffness of the rigid foils, care must be taken when packing that the rigid foils do not bend, deform or kink. We therefore recommend using the supplied SOFTBAG and the packing tube.
You can find our recommended packing instructions in the PRO GUIDE or in the video.
Only with careful packing the X-ALPS6 will keep its maximum performance and fly cleanly over a long period of time. If the X-ALPS6 is not going to be used for a long time, we recommend storing the glider lengthways in the SOFTBAG and not to fold it.
Is the wear and tear on wings with lightweight materials greater than on conventional paragliders?
Lightweight fabrics are thinner than conventional paraglider fabrics and therefore less resistant to mechanical stress. This means that more attention must be paid to sharp objects, stones, bushes, etc. when laying out the glider. Avoid any unnecessary contact with the ground. If you take these precautions, you will have just as much fun with a light wing as with a conventional paraglider.
After how many flying hours must the X-ALPS6 be trimmed?
With only two line levels, trim changes have a greater effect on flight performance. Since the trim change is greater in the beginning, we recommend checking the trim after the first 25 hours of flying. After that it depends on how carefully you treat the glider, how often and where you fly. As a guideline, we recommend checking the trim at least once a year.
What are the glide ratio (L/D), trim and maximum speeds?
We know that these data are interesting for you as a pilot, but for us to publish them would be a bad idea for the following reasons:
1) The difference between aerodynamically better and less good harnesses, or seating positions, can be a glide ratio or more.
2) Performance increases with the size of the glider. A large glider will always outperform the same glider in a smaller size.
3) There is no normed method of testing the performance of paragliders. For example, speed varies with altitude and the associated different air pressure, but also with the total weight of the system.
Can I pull big ears on the X-ALPS6?
Yes, it is possible to put big ears over the bs3-mainline. You can find detailed instructions in the PRO GUIDE.
How do I calculate my take-off weight?
Take-off weight is calculated by adding the weight of the pilot including clothes to the weight of the equipment. The equipment consists of the harness, the reserve chute, the paraglider itself, and any flight instruments and other baggage you may carry (e.g. rucksack, etc.).
Is it OK for me to shorten the brake lines on my skywalk paraglider?
Changing the length of the brake lines can have a negative effect on the flying characteristics and extreme flight behavior. The paraglider needs a little more lead when flying on speed bar, otherwise the glider could be braked unintentionally, leading to a loss of performance. When performig extreme flying maneuvers, shortening the brake lines too much can cause complications during recovery from collapses, parachutal stall, etc.
Am I allowed to make modifciations to my skywalk paraglider?
No, because the glider is certified the way it is delivered to you. Even the brake line length is part of the trim and must not be changed.
Ton pack X-ALPS6
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- 1x SOFTBAG
- 1x Packing Tube
- 1x Basic Guide
- 1x Multifunktionstuch
- 1x Klebesegel