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This manual provides information which will help you fly safely and keep your wing in good
condition. If, after reading this booklet, you have any further questions or uncertainties,
please do not hesitate to contact Gradient or any authorised Gradient dealer and we will
gladly answer all your questions.
We would be pleased to receive your feedback when you get to know your Avax XC5.
2.1. Technical description
The Avax XC5’s ground plan has a very slender, elliptical shape with a slight positive contortion
of the leading edge. This means that the “ears” (stabilo) of the canopy are slightly swept back
in flight. This modern design has a number of advantages.
The profile of the glider has been specially developed to deliver maximum stability over as
wide a speed range as possible. The position and size of the cell openings help support this
objective.
The leading edge is reinforced using integrated nylon and elastic. This ensures optimal
inflation of the canopy and helps to retain the leading edge’s perfectly clean shape at
maximum speed.
Attachment points between the lines and the canopy are reinforced by elastic nylon strings,
optimising the distribution of forces across the glider.
The glider features a unit cell structure with two non-carrying ribs and double diagonal
segmented ribs (DD system) that attach directly to the upper surface. This optimises the
definition of the top surface curve without losing stability in flight.
The arrangement of the speed system and the layout of the line attachment points improve
stability at maximum speed – an essential feature of modern high-performance paragliders.
The well-proven three-row line concept is used. Main and mid-level lines are unsheeted
Edelrid Aramid. Top level lines are unsheeted Liros Dyneema. Every line have UV protection.
All lines have the advantage of splice loops to give maximum overall strength, durability and
the lowest possible drag.
The Avax XC5 is supplied with a special three-riser speed-system which gives great
acceleration and maximum speed.
The main C-lines are connected to the karabiners with loops, allowing easier adjustment
when your glider is serviced by authorised Gradient service centre.
Length of the Avax XC5 risers (mm):
Size 24
A
B
C1
C2
Non-accelerated
480
480
480
480
Accelerated
322
365
420
480
Size 26
A
B
C1
C2
Non-accelerated
490
490
490
490
Accelerated
328
375
440
490
Size 28
A
B
C1
C2
Non-accelerated
500
500
500
500
Accelerated
335
385
460
500
Gradient has paid attention to details too, including new low-drag
micro attachment points on the wing tips, special karabiners, new
rucksack, inner bag and riser bag.
