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The XENON 3 is designed for pilots who demand maximum performance without compromising on reliability and durability. Developed for long XC days and demanding hike and fly competitions, it combines a compact packing volume and low weight with outstanding glide performance and high speed. Its exceptional stability at full acceleration delivers a calm, controlled flight feeling – ideal for efficiently and confidently accessing its glide performance over long distances.
A wing for ambitious competitors and for cross-country pilots who want to achieve big goals efficiently, confidently and with maximum performance.
The XENON 3 is made for XC pilots who prefer minimal equipment and a small pack volume - but refuse to accept any performance trade-offs.
It is equally at home with ambitious hike & fly competitors who want to race successfully, relying on a wing that delivers proven performance when it matters most.
If your goal is to go far, go light, and stay competitive, the XENON 3 is your tool.
The XENON 2 was developed with one clear objective: to create a high-performance glider for the Red Bull X-Alps.
Under Aaron Durogati, the XENON 2 won the 2025 edition of the race. It proved what it was built for.
And yet - it never went into production.
The XENON 2 was a pure race machine. Developed under intense time pressure to meet certification deadlines, it delivered outstanding performance. But while submitting it for certification, we already knew: especially in handling, there was untapped potential. The performance was there - the refinement was not.
We knew we could do better.
Because excellence deserves refinement.
The XENON 3 is not a completely new glider. The canopy itself remains unchanged - the aerodynamic concept that won the world’s toughest hike-and-fly race did not need reinvention.
Instead, we focused on precision improvements:
The result: Even more power, especially in full acceleration flight, and noticeably improved filling behavior.
But the most significant evolution lies elsewhere.
For the XENON 3, we completely redesigned the brake system.
Each size now features a specifically tuned brake geometry that delivers:
The brake input feels compact and confidence-inspiring - giving you exactly what you need at racing speed: trust.
Not more. Not less. Just control.
The XENON 3 is the glider the XENON 2 was meant to become.
Proven in competition.
Refined for those who demand more.
Durability was a deliberate design choice.
Instead of pushing weight savings to the absolute limit, we focused on long-term performance stability. The internal structure as well as the leading edge are built for a longer life time. Using Dominico 2044 (20D) fabric at the leading edge - selected for its proven resistance and shape retention over time.
The result is a wing that maintains its handling, performance, and structural integrity even after extensive use in demanding alpine environments.
Light where it matters.
Strong where it counts.
Aaron Durogati: "For me it's the best glider in that class."
Winner Red Bull X-Alps 2025
Find out more about his journey:
非常轻质但却耐用：轻量版的NOVA伞翼虽然重量轻，但却足够强韧，能够承受大山里艰苦环境的考验。伞衣由耐用伞布制成，确保在高压之下不会变形——超轻材料可能会发生变形。 这意味着稳定的飞行性能能够得以保证。
在前缘处使用薄带，在每个气室的中间位置将上下翼面相连。这让飞行中的前缘变得更加坚固，对于加速飞行来说特别有益。
在3D塑形应用里，伞的上翼面有一条延伸于整个翼展的接缝，可减少由两轴曲面所引起的折痕量。两轴，是因为伞布既要符合所设计的翼形需要，又要满足由气球效应引起的曲面半径。
所有 NOVA 滑翔伞都经过精心设计，操作简单、易于上手。可以使用分舱折叠袋进行打包，但并非必须。我们多年的经验表明，折叠方式对滑翔伞的耐用性影响很小，弯曲的支撑杆通常会自行恢复原状。
关键在于松散、无应力地存放机翼，以避免支撑杆被过度或尖锐弯折。短时间的紧凑打包或使用快速打包袋都不会造成问题。为了长期更好地保护支撑杆，我们建议使用分舱折叠袋，使支撑杆整齐对齐，防止产生永久变形。
| XS | S | M | L | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 气室数 | 73 | ||||||
| 投影翼展 | m | 9,36 | 9,71 | 10,02 | 10,35 | ||
| 投影面积 | m² | 17,21 | 18,52 | 19,72 | 21,07 | ||
| 投影展弦比 | 5,09 | ||||||
| 平铺翼展 | m | 11,77 | 12,20 | 12,64 | 13,06 | ||
| 平铺面积 | m² | 20,36 | 21,89 | 23,49 | 25,09 | ||
| 平铺展弦比 | 6,80 | ||||||
| 高度 | m | 7,19 | 7,46 | 7,72 | 7,98 | ||
| Total line area | m² | 0,166 | 0,173 | 0,184 | 0,191 | ||
| 最大弦长 | m | 2,18 | 2,26 | 2,34 | 2,42 | ||
| 重量 | kg | 3,05 | 3,25 | 3,5 | 3,8 | ||
| 认证全重范围 | kg | 60-78 | 70-88 | 80-98 | 90-110 | ||
| Certification (EN/LTF) | (D) DHV GS-01-3063-26 | (D) DHV GS-01-3064-26 | (D) DHV GS-01-3065-26 | (C) DHV GS-01-3066-26 | |||
What is your ideal starting weight?
The XENON 3 can be flown at the upper end of its weight range. At this weight, it offers very direct handling and performs even better, especially in accelerated flight. The sweet spot for awesome days is about 2 to 3 kg below the maximum take-off weight.
Conversely, the X-Alps athletes flew the XENON pretty much in the middle of the weight range in order to climb in very weak lift conditions. In this configuration, the XENON 3 has already demonstrated its capabilities in final glides.
Give the XENON 3 a try on your own!
| 前缘: | Dominico 2044 (20D) |
|---|---|
| 上翼面: | Dominico 10D |
| 下翼面: | Dominico 10D |
| 翼肋（有伞绳挂点）: | Porcher Skytex 27 Hard |
| 翼肋（无伞绳挂点）: | Porcher Skytex 27 Hard |
| 主伞绳: | U-8001, PPSL 275/191, PPSLS 200 |
| 副伞绳: | Edelrid U-8001 / Liros PPSLS 95 |
| 刹车绳: | Edelrid 7850-240/9200-035 / PPSLS 65 |
| 组带: | Kevlar 7 mm |
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Concertina Bag UltralightMinimalistic, ultra-light (141 g) – the perfect protection for your glider. One size that fits all.
NOVA windsock.So you know where the wind is coming from, we have added a NOVA windsock. With a length of approximately 80cm it is large enough for a take-off site.
Repair kit.Everyone hopes it will never happen: a hole or tear in the paraglider. We have included a minor damage repair kit in the right colour or transparent for such an eventuality.
Manual.We have enclosed a very detailed manual which contains everything you need to know about your flying equipment. Please study it before flying your gear for the first time.
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