ADVANCE Innovations & Quality

As usual at ADVANCE, even the smallest details were important. This glider is meticulously built, incorporating:

• Mylar reinforced cell walls and leading edge for an easy take off. The leading edge of the canopy is pre-shaped ready for inflation on the ground due to the layout of the reinforcing.  The stability in accelerated flight is enhanced due to this reinforcing.
• The partly closed cells make the leading edge more solid and the air circulation and pressures in the glider are more evenly distributed.
• Longitudinal straps ensure a better stability of the canopy and prevent unnecessary movement  that can affect the performance and the handling of the glider.
• All the stitching is internal to prevent the seams from wear.
• All the cells are scaled and diminish in size from the centre of the wing to the wingtips. This prevents wrinkles along the cell walls and assures a beautifully clean aerodynamic shape. Advance, having pioneered cell scaling, now incorporate a feature practically unique amongst the range of wings on the market today.  Not only are the cells scaled across the span, they are scaled internally across the chord of the wing - in order to achieve the cleanest, crease-free profile.
• The brake handles are fixed with a magnetic clip to allow easy access. The magnets are enclosed with a layer of fabric over the top so that there is no chance of one of the thin competition lines snagging behind the clip.  The shape and the flexibility of the brake handles ensure maximum comfort even after hours of flying.
• The brake line swivel is another innovative idea from ADVANCE. It prevents the brake lines from twisting up if you usually fly with a wrap.
• The winglets, which are an important aerodynamic element, are a trademark of our wings. They reduce the turbulence at the wingtip (Vortex-effect) and can improve the handling.
• The velcro openings at the wing tips make the removal of dirt and debris much easier.
• The “ring reefing system” improves the coordination of the brake and turn behaviour of the glider.