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1. CHARACTERISTICS
1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR?
The HOOK 4 P is the lightweight version of our progression wing,
the Hook 4. With up to 1.4 kg less weight, this new model is ideal for
explorers who after making their debut in the world of paragliding decide
to continue progressing with each flight, as well as for more experienced
adventurers who prefer an intermediate, very safe wing.
With the new HOOK 4 P you too can discover and enjoy hike & fly or
vol-biv adventures. A wing with an extremely reduced weight and volume
so that from now on you can choose when, where and how to advance.
1.2 CERTIFICATION
The HOOK 4 P’s load test, conducted by the Air-Turquoise testing centre
in Switzerland, exceeded 8 G of force.
1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAIVOR
Niviuk developed the HOOK 4 P by adopting very specific guidelines: the
objective was to seek utmost performance while minimising gear weight
and volume for easy transportation, simple and relaxed flying, and above
all, maintain a very high level of wing safety.
With progressive, predictable and efficient handling the HOOK 4 P
effectively reads the air mass, seeking out and coring thermals with
efficiency and ease. The HOOK 4 P remains agile, light and predictable in
all conditions of flight and behaves impeccably during turbulence.
The HOOK 4 P was designed with the latest innovations in materials
and technologies, and that aspect provides the glider with a better
performance in all phases of flight.
If you already are a Niviuk pilot, the HOOK 4 P will surprise you. If this is
the first time you pilot a Niviuk glider, just enjoy it!
1.4 ASSEMBLY, MATERIALS
The HOOK 4 P has all the technological innovations used on other Niviuk
gliders. Furthermore, it is full of small details like the SLE, RAM, DRS,
TNT, IKS and 3 line profile which are destined to enhance the pilot’s
comfort and to improve the performance of the wing.
SLE.- The use of the SLE (Structured Leading Edge) allows reinforcement
of the leading edge, preventing any deformation in turbulence. The
airflow is also vastly improved over the entire leading edge of the glider.
RAM.- The RAM Air Intake technology presents an internal positioning
of the air intakes to provide optimal and constant internal pressure while
improving laminar air flow on the undersurface. As a result, a significant
turbulent air buffering takes place at the leading edge for better
consistency across the speed range, and hence increasing performance
with maximum safety.
DRS.-The trailing edge has been reinforced with small ribs that make this
part flatter in order to spread the pressure out evenly. It means better
air-flow and less drag on this important part of the glider. The addition
of these ribs gives exceptional handling (better and more efficient when
turning) and more control and precision.
TNT.- A revolutionary technique using Nitinol, developed to build the
internal structure of the glider, brings a more uniform profile, and hence
reduces the overall wing weight to gain efficiency in flight. The Nitinol
provides the highest level of protection against deformation, heat or
breaks. Using this technological advance, the glider is able to maintain its
original features for a longer period of time.
3LT.- Its powerful profile, a detailed internal architectural structure, and
Summary of Contents for HOOK 4 P Series
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