Icepeak 6 – New sizes, coming soon - A superb 2nd place for Jean-Marc Caron and his Icepeak 6 ! - Artik 3 - Colours - ARTIK 3 - Racing Kit - Team ABAC meet the Icepeak 6 - Icepeak 6 - It´s already here! - Fantastic Peak 2 - The Dune discovery - Takoo 2 reviewed by Parapente +

13.02.12 Icepeak 6 – New sizes, coming soon

After an amazing super-final in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, and after the Icepeak 6 outstanding debut flights and excellent performance feedback, the IP6 will now be produced in all sizes. We anticipate that the remaining sizes of 23 (80-100kg) and 26 (110-130kg) will have completed the certification process and be available at your nearest Niviuk dealer in early to mid spring.

We were met with a new challenge in EN-D category and the IP6 is the Niviuk response to that challenge. The feedback received from the Niviuk pilots and also the non Niviuk pilots at the Valle de Bravo super-final has been praise of the highest level with many truly amazed by the presence and the power of the IP6 in the air. A new and innovative concept of flight in this class and after only one competition we are extremely satisfied with the results

The IP6 in its full range of sizes will ensure that pilots across the complete weight spectrum will have the opportunity to experience the excellent performance and precise handling of this new Serial Competition machine from Niviuk.

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Abac Team

Icepeak 6

10.02.12 A superb 2nd place for Jean-Marc Caron and his Icepeak 6 !

Here at Niviuk HQ its celebration time, our own Niviuk and ABAC team pilot Jean-Marc Caron has achieved a fantastic 2nd place at the 2011 Paragliding World Cup in Valle de Bravo, Mexico. The camaraderie and the competitive spirit exhibited by our team were more than noticeable and with just 13 Icepeak 6 competing in this superfinal we think the excellent results reflected that. For Jean-Marc his 2nd position in this competition is a repeat of the PWC result of 2010 and we would like to congratulate Jean-Marc for his efforts and for achieving another podium position.

In his own words “It has been a very good competition, with long tasks which were often technical and tactical and even though we are thousands of miles from each other we are a united ABAC Team on the ultra performance IP6”.

Unfortunately the very experienced Joel Debons who started well in the competition fell ill during the early stages and was unable to complete all the tasks, said: "It's a shame, because the objectives were clear and the team at the top. But it's not time to give up, there will be many occasions this year to roar with the Icepeak 6. Those who soon will fly this glider will soon understand what the word "roar" means. Indeed, the IP6 causes a sound vibration coming into the thermal when you put the brake, as if he’s saying he's happy to be there. So, see you soon. "

Lucas Bernardin, who finished the competition in a very respectable 7 th place, believes the competition was memorable and one he will never forget. In his own words: "This competition will remain etched in my memory for a long time. The team spirit of both the ABAC team and the French team was formidable. A close result but Jean-Marc you are a great champion, bravo, your first place in the 2012 season will come for sure. Personally I am very, very, very happy! A seventh position that I wouldn’t have even dreamed of”.

Jeremie Lager, the latest team member who managed an excellent 18th place in the competition believes that "in Valle it was the perfect conditions for our sport and especially for a big competition. Flying a Niviuk wing which is easy and efficient and a very friendly ABAC Team has made this competition a pleasure for me. I have learned many things in this competition, thank you very much to all veterans and congratulations to Jean-Marc. "

Everyone on the team agrees that throughout this competition they have experienced and enjoyed a great team spirit and that experience is one they will never forget. Maxime Bellemin said: "It was a very good competition. Without really going to search for results in this competition, I've been reunited with feelings of free flight I thought I had lost and to top that I've finished with several good grades. Now I am full of energy for the rest of the year, very eager for new flights”.

IP6 has measured itself against other wings for the first time in Valle de Bravo and it has clearly exhibited its power and commitment. 2012 will without doubt be another excellent year for Niviuk with plenty of outstanding results for our team. We want to thank all our pilots for their continued loyalty and commitment and also to all those who have believed and still believe in us.

Icepeak 6

27.01.12 Artik 3 - Colours

The colours Sangria and Nimbus are the final two colour schemes for the Artik 3 and fresh from factory we can now show you how they look in the air.

The distinct purple of the Sangria with its black horns is perhaps one of our boldest versions of the Artik 3 whilst the Nimbus in a slightly more subtle turquoise blue with green horns is our celestial version. Already available in Cherry and Sky and with the addition of the latest colours, Sangria and Nimbus the colour portfolio for the Artik 3 is now complete.

Superior Performance, technology and security, all encased within an object of beauty, the Artik 3 is the present and the future of EN-C sports class.

Artik 3

25.01.12 ARTIK 3 - Racing Kit

It is just three months since the release of the Artik3 and already it has become the new icon of the EN-C class. Intuitive, balanced and precise handling with superior performance has optimised everything about the Artik 3. From an easy and controlled take off to its efficiency in locating and coring thermals the Artik 3 is without any doubt the EN-C wing of choice.

The lines used as standard on the Artik 3 comprise of a combination of sheathed and unsheathed. The lower main lines are sheathed whilst the central and upper cascades are unsheathed. In order to further optimise the performance of the Artik 3 we have now introduced a “Racing Kit” which is essentially an unsheathed line replacement set for the 28 main sheathed lines.

A must have for those pilots seeking every competition advantage or the cross country pilots wanting to achieve new goals. The advantages of fitting the Racing Kit to this innovative three line profile is an even further reduction of parasitic resistance and improved overall performance without any loss of EN-C and LTF-C certification. Even with the unsheathed lower main lines the Artik 3 exceeds the 8G load test.

The material used for the unsheathed lines of the Artik3 Racing Kit is far superior to that used just a few years ago and it ensures quality of performance and an extended working life. However, they are unsheathed and therefore more sensitive to external factors such as abrasive rocky hazardous take off sites and unwarranted abuse in general.

The Racing Kit requires that extra care and attention be given to the maintenance of the lines and flight hours should be logged so the regular service intervals are met.

The Racing Kit for the ARTIK 3: 14 x 2 unsheathed lines, line plan, adhesive labels for the storage of the original lines and increased performance.

Artik3

17.01.12 Team ABAC meet the Icepeak 6

The Niviuk ABAC Team has met over the weekend to celebrate the first meeting of the new season. There was a great atmosphere among the veteran pilots and also among the young blood who are full of ambition and very eager to start their 2012 season in Europe. In addition to the superb performances of the pilots the star of these two days was without doubt the new ICEPEAK 6.

The pilots received their new competition machines and experienced the magnificence of the Icepeak 6 and on the landing field the smile on their faces said it all:

The charismatic Frenchman Jean Marc Caron said: “Trop de la balle. J’adore cette voile !!”

Maxime Bellemin added: “The IP6 is very easy to understand. Its turn is exceptional while always being homogenous. When accelerated it doesn´t degraded and it maintains an excellent glide. In short an easy wing to fly, pleasant in the air and all with excellent performance. A winner!!.”

Hardened Swiss pilot Joel Debbons revealed: “When we realised the performance of our IP6 it was very hard to keep it as a secret. We were very impressed with what Niviuk had achieved with a wing of such small aspect ratio. The performance of the IP6 is outstanding, enhanced by the ease of use and an excellent passive security. I can honestly say it is the best wing I ever had in my hands”.

The two latest additions to the Niviuk ABAC team, Frenchmen Lucas Bernadin and Jeremie Lager confirmed what the other pilots have said.

Lucas said: “During the first few hours with the IP6 I felt the same ´feel´ I used to have with the ´old´ competition wings. The IP6 is stable, fast, with good restitution energy. It is a powerful wing. Sweet and light in the brakes, it can be easily piloted. For two lines it has a Soft but dynamic accelerator and accelerates fast while staying very solid at high speeds.”

Jeremie confirmed: “Ease, manoeuvrability and performance. Piloting the IP6 has the same ease as a school wing but with the performance of an Open class wing. It is clear that by the efficiency of the handling it is a Niviuk. I can’t wait to be in Mexico for the Super Final with this beauty, it is destined to be on the podiums”.

After the PWC Super Final in Mexico the Niviuk Icepeak 6 will be available to all pilots around the world so they too can enjoy new competition successes and experience new Cross Country flights. The power of the Icepeak 6 is here.

The mandatory rule of flying EN-D certified wings in 2012 world class competitions created a new challenge, the final answer to that challenge is: ICEPEAK 6!!!

Icepeak 6

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11.01.12 Icepeak 6 - It´s already here!

22.12.11 Fantastic Peak 2

Victory in the final two competitions of the year has ensured the Peak 2 remains the champion serial wing of the 2011 season.

The National Brazilian circuit concluded with Erico Oliveira on his Peak 2 claiming the top spot in the serial glider class for 2011. Having flown seven tasks since May this year Erico competed in the Super-final in Andradas, Brazil and the final overall result of the competition was yet another success. The combination of Erico and his Peak 2 proved to be a force beyond the reach of others and between them won the overall title.

In South Africa the Open Pre-PWC held in the wine lands of Porterville is now fast becoming a classic annual competition for December. With an interesting landscape of flatlands and hills, this well organised competition proved to be another success for the Peak 2 with local pilot Andre Rainsford flying it to the top step of the winner’s podium

Congratulations to both Erico and Andre for such superb achievements and thanks to all pilots who continue to fly with Niviuk.

El Niviuk Team

Results Winelands

Results Brazil

Peak 2

19.12.11 The Dune discovery

15.12.11 Takoo 2 reviewed by Parapente +

16.11.11 French Nationals

The French National Championship featuring the new serial competition class gliders was held on the tropical island of La Reunion concluded last Sunday and despite the pilots having to endure unusually wet and windy weather, five out of the seven possible tasks were validated.

ABAC Niviuk team pilot Jean Marc Caron was the first home on two of the tasks and finished the competition in third place overall.

This championship was the last major competition before the 2011 PWC Superfinal which is to be held in Mexico next January. The competition in Valle de Bravo will mark the start of a new era in competition flying for Niviuk as the new Niviuk certified serial competition glider; the ICEPEAK 6 makes its official debut, exciting times ahead.

Congratulations to Jean Marc for yet another podium place and thanks to the entire ABAC Team who flew in La Reunion. Our thanks also as ever extend to all the competitors who continue to place their trust and confidence in Niviuk.

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