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The IBEX 2
The IBEX 2 is the follower of the well known IBEX. The IBEX 2 is only
available in sizes 15 and 17, because the size 19 would be technically too
similar to the already existing ION LIGHT 19.
The IBEX 2 is more durable and robust than its predecessor. So the glider is not
just interesting for para-alpinists but also for pilots who need a heavy-duty
glider for stony soaring places on days with stronger wind.
Short technical description
The IBEX 2 has 39 cells. Five of those cells are closed stabilo cells on each
side.
There are four layers of lines. The first layer, the A-lines are red. B, C and D
lines are yellow. The brake layer, which is not one of the four line layers, is
orange.
(the
stabilo
lines
are
orange
as
well.)
The risers consist of 4 belts. On the first two belts (red) both A stem lines are
attached. Furthermore the speed system is fixed on the first A belt. On the next
three belts the B, C, and D stem lines are attached.
Safety
The IBEX 2 belongs to the ROOKIE/ION family, which has proven its high
safety potential thousands of times. Without this potential it wouldn't have been
possible to certify such a small glider.
Considering the small size, the IBEX 2 offers a well manageable collapse
behaviour. The biggest advantage is, that the wing is very stable in turbulences,
due to the high wing loading.
Handling Characteristics
Because of the high wing loading, the IBEX 2 is very agile and dynamic. Small
steering inputs are enough to do steep and dynamic turns. This makes wing
overs, and other dynamic manoeuvres quite easy to perform. If you want to use
thermals efficiently you have to be quite sensitive to avoid too much sink rate
during turns.
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