Description
Gin Elise: Ease Meets Adventure
The Gin Elise is the definitive "easy intermediate" wing, engineered to provide a seamless transition from the training hill to independent exploration. It combines the extreme passive safety of the EN-A category with a playful handling character that ensures you’ll never outgrow it too quickly. Light enough for hike-and-fly yet robust enough for daily use, the Elise is designed for pilots who want a wing that is exceptionally easy to handle on the ground and a joy to pilot in the air.
Effortless Launching in All Conditions
Inflation and take-off are the foundation of a good flight, and the Elise makes them remarkably simple. Even in variable or nil-wind conditions, the wing rises progressively and stabilizes overhead without the tendency to overshoot. This damped, self-correcting behavior reduces pilot stress during the most critical phase of flight, ensuring you start every session with total peace of mind.
Responsive Handling & Thermal Joy
Unlike many entry-level wings that can feel overly dampened, the Elise remains agile and responsive. Its 47-cell structure and 5.0 aspect ratio provide a refined feel that helps you sense the air and core thermals with ease. The wing subtly guides you toward the best lift while responding precisely to your brake inputs, making it an excellent tool for developing your cross-country and thermalling skills.
Lightweight Design with Nitinol Technology
The Elise has been meticulously optimized for low weight and compact packing volume. By utilizing Nickel Titanium (Nitinol) rods in the leading edge, the wing can be folded tightly without the risk of kinking traditional plastic reinforcements. Starting at just 3.25kg, it is an ideal choice for hike-and-fly enthusiasts and travelers who don't want to compromise on durability or flight performance.
Key Features
- EN-A Safety: Highest level of passive safety for stress-free progression and peace of mind.
- Nitinol Reinforcements: Enables compact packing and maintains a clean leading edge profile over time.
- 47-Cell Architecture: Provides a more refined shape and better performance than standard school wings.
- Optimized 5.0 Aspect Ratio: The perfect balance between ease of handling and gliding efficiency.
- Hike-and-Fly Ready: Ultralight materials (starting at 3.25kg) make it perfect for mountain adventures.
- 100% Sheathed Lines: Color-coded for easy identification and maintenance during pre-flight.
Technical Specifications
| Size | XXS | XS | S | M | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight Range (kg) | 55-75 | 65-85 | 75-95 | 85-105 | 95-115 |
| Glider Weight (kg)* | 3.25 | 3.45 | 3.70 | 3.90 | 4.10 |
| Flat Area (m²) | 20.70 | 22.31 | 24.22 | 26.45 | 28.50 |
| Flat Aspect Ratio | 5.0 | ||||
| Number of Cells | 47 | ||||
* Weight with light Dyneema risers. For standard Kevlar risers, add approx. 200g.
Materials: Top Leading Edge: Dominico 30DMF 41g/m². Upper/Lower Surface: MJ Tex MJ29MF 29g/m². Internal Ribs: Porcher 9017 E29 (hard). Lines: Dyneema DSL and PPSL series.