Gin Yeti 5 EASY / HIKE ‘N FL EN A
€3,000.00
Description
Discover True Freedom with the Gin Yeti 5 EASY
If you’re searching for the perfect balance between lightness, safety, and simplicity, the Gin Yeti 5 EASY is your ultimate hike-and-fly companion. Designed for pilots who value minimalism without sacrificing performance, this wing redefines adventure flying. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re an experienced mountaineer, the Yeti 5 EASY adapts to your journey.
Lightweight Design for Maximum Mobility
Above all, the Gin Yeti 5 EASY excels in portability. Weighing as little as 2.41 kg (size 21), it fits seamlessly into your hiking pack, making it ideal for mountain launches or vol-biv missions. Furthermore, its compact packing volume ensures that you carry less while experiencing more. So, reaching remote take-off spots has never been this effortless.
Easy Handling, Reliable Performance
Right from launch, the Gin Yeti 5 EASY proves its user-friendly DNA. Thanks to its new planform and Equalized Pressure Technology (EPT), inflation is smooth and predictable. Moreover, its low stall speed helps ensure soft landings—even in tight or technical spaces. Because of this, pilots can focus more on the flying experience and less on wing control.Gin Carve 2
Versatile for All Pilots
While designed with simplicity in mind, the Gin Yeti 5 EASY doesn’t compromise on versatility. Beginners benefit from its EN-A certification and forgiving behavior. At the same time, more experienced pilots enjoy its stability in thermals and efficiency on long glides. Consequently, it’s a perfect choice for training, travel, or alpine flying.https://www.instagram.com/paragliding_explorer_wing_shop?igsh=bGg2dWxqNzQ1bzF4&utm_source=qr
Engineered for Every Adventure with Gin Yeti 5 EASY
Built with premium Skytex 27 double-coated fabric and Nitinol rods, the Yeti 5 EASY is both durable and feather-light. Additionally, optional Dyneema risers reduce even more weight, allowing you to fine-tune the setup based on your flying goals. And since all materials are carefully selected, the wing delivers reliable performance flight after flight.
Conclusion: Your Adventure Starts Now
Ultimately, the Gin Yeti 5 EASY offers a rare combination of confidence, comfort, and capability. Whether you’re hiking to a peak or exploring a new site, this wing makes the journey part of the fun. So, if you’re ready to elevate your freedom and fly lighter, the Yeti 5 EASY is the answer.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SIZE | 21 | 23 | 25 | 27 |
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Flat area (m2) | 20.50 | 23.00 | 24.90 | 27.02 |
Flat span (m) | 9.66 | 10.23 | 10.64 | 11.09 |
Flat aspect ratio | 4.55 | 4.55 | 4.55 | 4.55 |
Projected area (m2) | 17.95 | 20.13 | 21.8 | 23.65 |
Projected span (m) | 7.89 | 8.39 | 8.7 | 9.06 |
Projected aspect ratio | 3.47 | 3.47 | 3.47 | 3.47 |
Chord (m) | 2.61 | 2.76 | 2.88 | 3 |
Number of cells | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
Glider weight (kg) | 2.41 | 2.66 | 2.81 | 3.06 |
Weight range (kg) | 50-75 | 65-90 | 75-100 | 85-110 |
Extended weight (kg) | 75-90 | 90-100 | 100-110 | 110-120 |
Certification | EN A | EN A | EN A | EN A |
* Quoted weight with optional light Dyneema risers (200g)
Hike ’n fly, re-imagined
The Yeti 5 represents a significant departure from the Yeti 4. Thanks to the lower aspect ratio and reduced cell number, it’s even easier to fly, lighter and more compact. This makes it ideal as a first or leisure wing, besides hike ’n fly and true mountain use.
1,2,3: Take off!
Taking off has never been easier. The lines are easy to sort out, the wing comes up effortlessly and stabilises quickly above your head. Thanks to the wing tensioning the minimum speed is very low, which means you will be airborne with just a few steps.
Stable, yet fun-to-fly
The Yeti 5 is for much more than fly downs. In rougher, more challenging conditions, its damped behaviour gives the wing a solid, secure feel and a more forgiving nature. It’s also great fun to crank up in small thermals, thanks to the low aspect ratio and a new, flatter 3D planform.
Huge speed range of Gin Yeti 5 EASY
The Yeti 5 has a low minimum speed and a relatively high maximum speed, making it useful for both tight landings and the times when you need a bit of extra penetration. The speed range is fully useable and thanks to the advanced profile, the stability on bar is first class.
DESIGNER NOTES of Gin Yeti 5 EASY
Designer Gin Seok Song explains the philosophy of the Yeti 5
The development of the Yeti 5 was long as we completely re-thought the wing to be more in tune with today’s pilots. It was important to make the wing even more forgiving whilst also increasing the fun factor.
Often students and hike ‘n fly pilots are flying in fairly calm conditions, but we wanted to make sure the wing can also cope with ease in stronger thermals and winds. That’s why we spent a lot of time working on widening the speed range and also on the stability on bar. In the mountains you never know when you might need the extra speed and stability. Besides this, even experienced pilots will find thermalling a pleasure – during the development, we certainly did!
DETAILS of Gin Yeti 5 EASY
- Optimized airfoil with Equalized Pressure Technology (EPT) profile for stability and performance
- 3 risers / 3 lines spanwise
- thin, sheathed PPSL Dyneema lower and mid lines with unsheathed upper lines
- Optimized internal construction and line attachment points for weight saving
- Optimized sail tension on the leading edge
- Mini-ribs on the trailing edge improve handling and performance
- Speed system with Harken pulleys
- Gathering (reefing) system on the trailing edge
- Fabric selected for the lightest weight: 34g front top surface and 27g top surface rear and bottom surface
- Also available with optional Dyneema risers
COLOURS
LOAD CHART BEHAVIOUR of Gin Yeti 5 EASY
RECOMMENDED HARNESSES
The Yeti 5 is compatible with 2 types of harness: Yeti type harnesses with leg straps and Verso / Gingo type harnesses with seat plate and classic ABS. However, please note that the flying characteristics differ depending on the harness type. Split legs harnesses require a different piloting technique and care should be taken if transitioning from seat plate to split legs harnesses. In addition, seat plate harnesses flown at high (extended) wing loadings require more active piloting skills.
INCLUDED WITH YOUR GLIDER
- X-lite rucksack
- Inner bag
- Compression strap
- GIN stickers
- Repair kit
Additional information
Color | Lime, Orange |
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size | 21, 23, 25, 27 |
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