The Expo Montegrappa, held in Bassano from March 30th to April 1st, is one of the first events of the season and one of the most important flight exhibitions in Europe which will be a meeting point for the main paragliding manufacturers. On top of that, Niviuk will be officially launching the new Peak 3 and showcasing the latest 2013 products such as the Hook 3 and the new reversibleand compact harness; the Konvers.

We welcome you to visit our stand, where the Niviuk team accompanied by our authorized dealer Infinityfly will be there at your complete disposal to answer all of your questions. It will be the perfect occasion to personally test the Niviuk gliders and receive professional advice from our experts.

Furthermore to top it off we will be present at the competition Trofeo Montegrappa (FAI2) located in the same place and held from March the 28th to April the 1st. This will be a good opportunity to see the best pilots in the world competing; such as some of the Abac Team and Niviuk brand pilots with their Niviuk Icepeak 6 gliders.

See you in Bassano!

The countdown has begun for the 2013 edition of one of the world’s toughest adventure races. The Red Bull X-Alps, from Salzburg to Monaco, is like no other race on the planet. Only 32 athletes from all over the world will participate in this year 10th anniversary edition of the competition.

Starting July 7th, Niviuk will take part with this elite team of athletes tracking them kilometer after kilometer. Nepalese pilot Babu Sunuwar will be racing his new light Peak 3 X-Alp glider, which has been specially designed for this event.  There is no greater opportunity to test the power of the Peak 3; this powerful, easy handling, compact and light glider is capable to bring you wherever you wish.

Peak 3, set your new challenges!

See Niviuk pilot Sano Babu’s Red Bull X-Alps profile here

The original Hamak returns with several improvements. We have evolved our all-round harness, updating it with the most technological advanced materials, more resistant and lighter, with automatic buckles. 

Its intuitive adjustments allow piloting of the wing in a fully upright position, a slightly upright position, or in a totally supine position for cross country flights. The high comfort level of the Hamak 2 allows the pilot to focus on the control and precision of flying, no more aches, pains and distractions.

We proudly came back from the first Paragliding World Cup event for 2013, held on Porterville (South Africa) from 23 February to 2 March 2013.  The Icepeak 6 was found on all podium categories: Washington Peruchi got the 3rd place on the overall, the Italian pilot Nicole Fedele came 2nd in the women’s ranking and the Abac Team also got a well-deserved 2nd place. Congratulations!

This is the beginning of a new season full of opportunities for all pilots and we are ready to for it, give you all our support and help you reaching your goals. Because every single one of your successes is a success for us! Good luck and thanks for trusting in Niviuk! 

Photo credits: Joël Debons and Honorin Hamard.

 

Two years ago we were privileged witness to the arrival of the Takoo 2 at the top of the world. On that occasion, the pilot Babu Sunuwar flew over the highest mountain of the world, Everest, piloting a light version of our tandem glider setting the world paragliding record of altitude. Historic!

From that point, we knew that flying higher would be almost impossible, but new goals were waiting us…On February the 7th, we lived another exciting event: the Nepali pilot Babu Sunuwar, again with his ultra light Takoo2, brought us from Everest to the highest summit in Africa, Kilimanjaro while he was taking part of the Wings of Kilimanjaro. Superb!

As a result, Takoo 2 has achieved two incredible records and it has proved to rise to the occasion. It has demonstrated being a glider with excellent handling in extreme conditions as well as maximum performance in order to enjoy freedom and security in tandem flights.

Congratulations Babu! We thank you for trusting us and for bringing us to the world summit. “Next destination?” We will keep a close eye on your new adventures!

If mountains and infinite landscapes are your passion, if you dream about impossible slopes and carving the snow, if you love wintertime; now is the moment!

The Skate 2 is the reference in the discipline of speed riding. It provides a huge number of possibilities to all kind of pilots; from the experts to the new adventurers. It has a new profile, more glide but less lift which allows it to glide parallel with the ground in all terrains. Controllable and precise to enjoy your every descent. Enjoy every minute of the season! 

The Skate 2 can be purchased with its matching harness, the Roamer harness; the complete pack contains wing, harness, inner bag, quick folding bag and 30 mm automatic carabineers. This is the complete equipment for all your adventures! 

The online magazine Ojovolador.com reviews the link after an exhaustive test:

Offering a nice take off and complete security and stability the Link is ideal for first paramotor flights; inflating easily, stable and offering an excellent performance and a good glide. However, the Link is also dynamic and versatile meaning that it is a perfect glider for long distances and all kind of pilots.

Read the full article here (Spanish readers) 

A month after the Super Final, we ask some of the main protagonist of the competition about their experiences in Colombia. Here is the summary of their evaluations and sensations during fifteen intensive and emotional days:

Nicole Fedele – 1rst place Women's ranking

“This one has been my first Super Final and all I can say is that it has been a positive experience in every way.Being able to fly every day as well as all tasks let us explore the territory and the competition. Moreover, the hospitality of the inhabitants has been exceptional; for a minute I thought that they confused us with football players!! But no, in Colombia paragliding is an important sport, this is why we have spent two weeks supported by applauses, handshakes, photos, interviews on the television and radio stations.

I would like to enhance that both my physical and psychological fitness were optimal: I had trained hard and I knew that with my new Icepeak 6 I would feel absolutely confident. Just as it was, mainly during the first day when the conditions were not favorable and the turbulence was strong – as a consequence of the dry weather conditions during the month before the competition. In spite of everything, as I had imagined, my glider had a perfect behavior, therefore I was be able to fly focused only on the task.

I’m very happy with the final result. When I remember that I was classified for the Super Final after winning the European Championship in September…For me and for my Icepeak 6 this will be a year to remember. Flying with Niviuk means to be at the top of the podium! (Laughing)”

Laurie Genovese ( Abac Team) – 2nd place Women's ranking 

"It was a really good experience, and also a great competition. I love Colombia; it’s a beautiful country with wonderful people, and especially it is an excellent place to fly! That was my second World Cup, I had never flown 9 task in 10 days... It's was difficult to handle it. I felt lot of tiredness but also a lot of pleasure! I felt really good and confident under my Icepeak 6! Thanks Niviuk!"

Klaudia  Bulgakow – 4th place Women’s ranking

"I have flown close to my best performance ever thanks to this great glider I have now, the Icepeak 6. It gave me so much safety;  I could push through turbulence and not be afraid of strong conditions we got in the mountains. On other hand it is great for flatland flying. 

Roldanillo is an amazing place for flying and I was looking forward the event the whole year - fighting hard for qualify. We got great conditions great flying and very good organization over here. I was surprised by how much local community is involving in this event by organizing great opening parade and being there with us everyday till great big party for closing ceremony. I would like to thank all of people involved in this event for making me feel so good over these 2 weeks in Roldanillo."

Joël Debons (Abac team) – 8th place on the overall

"As you can imagine, I'm very happy with my result over there. After trying so many times, finally I reached the top 10 world cup pilots. This is better than I expected. And probably after I reached the 4th place 2 days before the end, I felt scared to lose everything; therefore unconsciously I flew more conservative since that day. But no regret at all, I really enjoy this great result; finally it works!!"

Jérémie Lager (Abact Team) – 13th place on the overall

"Roldanillo is probably one of the perfect places in the world for competition flying. Everyday you can fly, conditions are really nice and safe. The mountain ridge start working early, then you finish the day in the flats running after the clouds. I was like a kid during the tasks, racing full speed with friends! Hope I'll be selected to fly again this fantastic place for the 2015 PWC."

Warning: the following video can increase your heart rate. The pulse accelerates, the adrenalin boosts,... In a few seconds you will be infected by the acro virus.

The N- Gravity 2 has been specifically designed for all kind of tricks and maneuvers in the sky. It is precise and powerful, a glider for the most experienced pilots.

Great news from Australia, when the Niviuk Team Australia (Gareth Carter, Andrew Horchner, Dave Gibbs, Che Golus and Wesley Manzke) achieved excellent results with Niviuk Icepeak 6 glider in the Bright Open as well as in the Corryong Paragliding Open, both held on January.

Gareth Carter flew into the first place in both competitions, while Andrew Horchner and Che Golus managed second place. Congratulations to all team and to all other participants!

Results of the 2013 Bright Paragliding Open:

1st place - Gareth Carter (Icepeak 6) 

2nd place -  CheGolus (Icepeak 6)

Results of 2013 Corryong Paragliding Open:

1st place - Gareth Carter (Icepeak 6)

2nd place - Andrew Horchner (Icepeak 6)

More info available at team website.