Cheers, Ziad
Author: Ziad Bassil
UP Trango XC 3 SM UP has released their Trango XC2 replacement . The Trango XC3 has an aspect ratio of 7,0 and UP decided to put it in the C certification box. Looking at the glider showed semi circular, small and narrow opening with a shark nose profile. The XC3 is a three liner concept with a complete set of unsheathed lines. The cloth used on the Trango XC 3 is lighter than the one used on the Trango XC2 and the construction is very well made . Launching in 5 km/h wind, the XC 3 inflates rapidly and…
Happy flight,
GIN Carrera + (PLUS) S Last year GIN released the original Carrera with a B certification . He stated at the time that this glider needs active piloting and is destined to experienced pilots with a background in a performance/intermediate glider. Unfortunately, lots of pilots were slightly mislead by the B label, and did in fact bought the Carrera . For me it was an excellent glider that had a superb climb rate, a respective glide angle and great maneuverability. The original Carrera was competing easily with the C class with top scores. For sure it was a bit handful…
First of all, I would like to thank all the pilots interested in dustoftheuniverse blog and page. Being up there, focusing on the flight, visualizing the scenery, is an experience beyond fine description, where an individual would find him/herself floating in space and totally free. To do so, I must purchase the gliders from manufacturers. That’s the best way to be free to make: Test, take the needed time, fly the glider anywhere I want, be free to compare it with any glider and discuss opinions with my friends. Our custom status: First visit consist to begin the terrible negotiations…