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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. The Explorer 2 offers concrete improvements over its predecessor whilst retaining the best loved aspects:
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.
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.
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.
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, and keep the weight down.
| 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 | 95-120 |
| Certification | EN B | EN B | EN B | EN B | EN B |
Canopy cloth
Upper surface leading edge: Porcher Skytex 32 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
Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Aug 8 - Aug 13
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