Gin Explorer 2

[Product Details] A TOUCH OF MAGIC The ingredients are classically simple, even unremarkable: 59 cells, A.R. 6, 3 main lines, well proven profile. Yet the finished dish is unexpectedly exquisite. The Explorer 2 simply allows the pilot to reconnect with the pure joy of flight. No more struggling with the wing. No more niggling doubts. Just the direct experience, like a scene snapping into focus. Performance The Explorer 2 offers concrete improvements over its predecessor whilst retaining the best-loved aspects of the original: - improved climbing ability in all conditions - improved glide performance - exemplary pitch stability for even better take-off characteristics and collapse resistance - smart riser for improved C riser control - increased maximum speed (2cm longer travel) - greater compressibility thanks to nitinol reinforcements - wider “sweet spot” across the weight range   To the Top! Perhaps the most notable characteristic of the Explorer 2 is the way the refined yet compact handling translates into a superior climbing experience. The wing bites enthusiastically into thermals, yet settles quickly overhead. Brake pressures are light yet progressive, giving you just enough information to effortlessly maximise your climb. (Still) In A Class Of Its Own Thanks to the slight increase in surface area and other gains in aerodynamic efficiency, the Explorer 2’s glide performance surpasses that of its predecessor. An Unflappable Character The Explorer 2 has an innate pitch stability. Even on windier take-offs, the wing comes up progressively and waits obediently above your head. When conditions get rowdy, it’s more well behaved than ever. [Technical Details]   Technical details The Explorer 2 features a new smart riser with a control toggle and a Harken pulley for extra smooth operation. Push half bar, take the riser and enjoy the view! The Explorer 2 also has an extra 2cm of speed bar travel for increased max speed. Nitinol (Nickel titanium) rods make for a more compact packing, help maintain a clean top surface, even chordwise tension and keep the weight down. Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SIZE XXS XS S M L Flat area (m2) 20.54 22.10 23.99 25.96 28.07 Flat span (m) 11.17 11.58 12.07 12.55 13.05 Flat aspect ratio 6.07 6.07 6.07 6.07 6.07 Projected area (m2) 17.48 18.81 20.43 22.10 23.89 Projected span (m) 8.92 9.26 9.65 10.03 10.43 Projected aspect ratio 4.56 4.56 4.56 4.56 4.56 Number of cells 59 59 59 59 59 Glider weight (kg) 3.2* 3.4* 3.7* 3.9* 4.1* Weight range (kg) 55-75 65-85 75-95 85-105 95-115 Certification EN B EN B EN B EN B EN B [Materials] MATERIALS Canopy cloth Upper surface leading edge: Porcher Skytex 34 g/m² Upper surface: Porcher Skytex 27 g/m² Lower surface: Porcher Skytex 27 g/m² Lines Upper: Edelrid 8000-U 050, 070, 090, 130 Middle: Edelrid 8000-U 070, 090, 130, 190 Main: Edelrid 8000-U 230, 280, 360