Od projektanta
Dzięki Rook 4 miałem okazję zintegrować całą moją obecną wiedzę z różnymi projektami, które obecnie prowadzimy w Triple Seven. Od płata, przez winglety, po nowe podejście do projektowania łuków, wszystko to na nowo rozpaliło mój innowacyjny sposób myślenia. Jestem niezmiernie zadowolony z rezultatu pracy nad nowym skrzydłem. Nie mogę się doczekać, aż piloci w pełni wykorzystają pakiet bezpieczeństwa i wysokiej wydajności, który niewątpliwie reprezentuje Rook 4.
Aljaz Valić – projektant
Dla kogo?
Rook 4 plasuje się w wysokiej klasie B. Piloci ze znacznym doświadczeniem w aktywnym lataniu uznają Rook 4 za łatwego w obsłudze. Niezależnie od tego, czy przechodzisz z niższej klasy, czy przechodzisz do klasy B, odkryjesz, że Rook 4 spełnia kryteria bezpieczeństwa i wydajności. Jego kompaktowa objętość i doskonałe właściwości startowe sprawiają, że doskonale nadaje się na przygody biwakowe, umożliwiając pilotom pewne eksplorowanie odległych obszarów XC.
WINGLETS AND NEW ARC SHAPE
With the integration of winglets into the design of the Rook 4, new design opportunities have emerged, wherein a more prominent arc significantly enhances the flying experience. The winglets aid in stabilizing the wing during rolls, resulting in a canopy arc previously exclusive to higher classes, now accessible in lower classes with the Rook 4. The pronounced arc facilitates a more constant and higher spanwise side force, creating a more rigid, better-supported, compact canopy. Side collapses are less reactive, affording the pilot more time to react if necessary. Additionally, banking changes while turning are now more linear and smooth.
EFFORTLESS LIFTOFF
With Rook 4, we placed significant emphasis on refining the takeoff behavior during wing design. Through carefully optimized internal construction, reinforcing PA11 plastics, and strategically positioned lines, we’ve attained an effortless takeoff experience, making even more adventurous launches feel like a simple step into the air. The internal construction is transferring the force from the attachment point to the top of the canopy from the very first pull, giving you a gentle rise of the canopy in any given conditions. This ensures a smooth and controlled ascent, enhancing the overall flying experience for pilots of all skill levels.
DURABLE LIGHTWEIGHT HYBRID
The Rook 4 is a hybrid lightweight wing with an optimized blend of materials, reducing weight without sacrificing durability and lifespan. High-stress areas and surfaces prone to ground contact or UV exposure are crafted from conventional materials (Skytex 38, MJtex 32). At the same time, weight is minimized in areas where the wing remains intact or is shaded during flight (Skytex 27). Internal construction uses a 40 and 32 Porcher mix to reduce glider weight based on stress loads. This material composition ensures a prolonged lifespan while meeting desired weight specifications.
NEW PITCH CONTROL SYSTEM
Race towards your goal with new risers featuring a fluid pitch system, ensuring a seamless transition of information to the pilot, correcting pitch movement precisely when and to the extent needed. This provides you with an unparalleled performance advantage, especially when efficiency in flight is crucial. With reduced friction in the system, the speed system also experiences notable benefits, requiring significantly less force for operation with your legs.
MAGIX PRO LINES
The Rook 4 showcases a feature set, featuring state-of-the-art Magix Pro Dry Lines procured from Edelrid, with each line meticulously color-coded for effortless identification. The latest version of the Magix Pro lines boasts a remarkable 60% increase in humidity resistance and, notably, demonstrates prolonged length stability, thereby extending intervals between visits to inspection centers. The overall weight of the lines has been significantly reduced, aiding easier canopy ascent due to the lesser load in the line area.
PRECISION IS THE KEY
The Rook 4 and the latest Triple Seven models are manufactured with accuracy and precision using laser cutting technology. We have abandoned the conventional method of hand-cutting wings because it often results in significant errors due to the large number of pieces in a paragliding canopy. Despite the additional time and costs incurred in production, we have shifted the entire cutting process to laser cutting, resulting in a canopy that is made precisely to the last millimetre.