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  • Page 1 HIKO User manual...
  • Page 2 PROGRESSION CROSS-COUNTRY Progress with total confidence WELCOME We welcome you to our team and thank you for the trust you have placed in us by choosing a Niviuk paraglider. We would like you to share the enthusiasm with which we have created this paraglider and the importance and care with which we have developed the design and manufacture of this new model.
  • Page 3 USER MANUAL This manual provides the necessary information on the main characteristics of your new paraglider. Whilst it provides information, it cannot be viewed as an instructional handbook and does not offer the training required to fly this type of paraglider.
  • Page 4 CONTENTS THE FIRST FLIGHT 3.1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION 3.2 PREPARATION 3.3 FLIGHT PLAN 3.4 PRE-FLIGHT CHECK 3.5 WING INFLATION, CONTROL AND TAKEOFF 3.6 LANDING SPECIAL METHODS CHARACTERISTICS 3.7 PACKING 6.1 TOWING 1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR? 6.2 ACROBATIC FLIGHT 1.2 CERTIFICATION 1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAVIOR 1.4 TECHNOLOGIES, CONSTRUCTION,...
  • Page 5 • Description of EN B class wing characteristics: 1. CARACTERISTICS Paragliders with a high degree of passive safety and very forgiving flight characteristics. Gliders with high collapse resistance outside normal 1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR? flight. Progression: continue progressing in flying by improving your skills and •...
  • Page 6 All Niviuk gliders go through an extremely thorough and detailed final this new model: performance and durability of the glider.
  • Page 7 • An adjustable compression strap, which allows you to compress • Right: green The HIKO includes a speed system with maximum travel depending on the Inner Bag as much as possible to reduce packing. • Left: red its size (see Full speed-bar). The speed system is engaged when the pilot pushes the speed-bar (not included as standard with this glider •...
  • Page 8 The speed-bar is detachable to facilitate its connection and/or disconnection to the risers as well as subsequent adjustment. In all Niviuk gliders the speed system cords on the risers are completely removable and easily replaceable. You can use the Brummel hooks, not •...
  • Page 9 3. THE FIRST FLIGHT 3.6 LANDING The HIKO lands excellently, it converts the wing speed into lift at 3.1 CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION your demand, allowing an enormous margin of error. Wrapping the brake lines around your hand to get greater braking efficiency is not For the first flight we recommend going to your usual flying area and that necessary.
  • Page 10 4. IN FLIGHT In the test report, you will find all the necessary information on how to We recommend that you read the certification test report. The report handle your new wing during each of the tested manoeuvres. Having this contains all the necessary information on the HIKO reacts during each information is crucial to know how to react during these manoeuvres in of the tested manoeuvres.
  • Page 11 When entering a stall, remain clear-headed and ease off the brake lines 4.3 ACCELERATED FLIGHT there will be an increased risk of stalling the wing or entering a negative until reaching the half-way point of the total brake travel. The wing will spin.
  • Page 12 5. LOSING ALTITUDE Knowledge of different descent techniques could become vital in A paraglider flying at its maximum rotating speed can reach –20 m/s, certain situations. The most suitable descent method will depend or the equivalent of a 70 km/h vertical descent, and will stabilise in a on the particular situation.
  • Page 13 6. SPECIAL METHODS 6.1 TOWING The HIKO does not experience any problem whilst being towed. Only qualified winch personnel should handle the certified equipment to carry out this operation. The wing must be inflated similarly as during a normal take off. It is important to use the brakes to correct the flight path alignment, especially in the first phase of the tow.
  • Page 14 7. CARE AND MAINTENANCE 7.1 MAINTENANCE 7.2 STORAGE check after approximately the first 30 hours of flight. The hours Careful maintenance of your equipment will ensure continued top It is important for the wing to be correctly folded when stored. Keep it or actions to be taken to repair the lines may vary for each glider, performance.
  • Page 15 8. SAFETY AND RESPONSIBILITY It is well known that free-flying with a paraglider is considered a high- risk sport, where safety depends on the person who is practicing it. Incorrect use of this equipment may cause severe, life-changing injuries to the pilot, or even death. Manufacturers and dealers cannot be held responsible for your decisions, actions or accidents that may result from participating in this sport.
  • Page 16 10. ANNEXES 10.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Cells Number Aspect Ratio Flat 4,18 4,18 4,18 4,18 4,18 4,18 Projected 20,5 21,8 23,8 25,8 27,8 Area Flat 17,51 18,62 20,33 22,04 23,75 25,63 Projected Span 10,62 10,95 11,44 11,91 12,37 12,85 Flat Chord 2,38 2,45 2,56...
  • Page 17 10.2 MATERIALS CANOPY FABRIC CODE SUPPLIER UPPER SURFACE 30 DMF / N20 DMF DOMINICO TEX CO (KOREA) BOTTOM SURFACE 2044 32 PS DOMINICO TEX CO (KOREA) PROFILES 30 DFM DOMINICO TEX CO (KOREA) DIAGONALS 30 DFM DOMINICO TEX CO (KOREA) LOOPS LKI - 12 KOLON IND.
  • Page 18 10.3 LINE PLAN LINE REPLACEMENT The use of new high performance materials in modern wings is now common. The advantages of using these materials in terms of performance are widely acknowledged as part of our sport’s evolution. However, along with those technological advances come additional responsibilities which cannot be avoided.
  • Page 19 10.4 RISER PLAN...
  • Page 20 10.5 LINE MEASUREMENTS HIKO - 20 HIKO - 22 HIKO - 24 LINES HEIGHT + RISER MM LINES HEIGHT + RISER MM LINES HEIGHT + RISER MM 6561 6473 6567 6656 6833 6770 6668 6774 6865 7060 7069 6977 7078 7174 7405 6513...
  • Page 21 HIKO - 26 HIKO - 28 HIKO - 30 LINES HEIGHT + RISER MM LINES HEIGHT + RISER MM LINES HEIGHT + RISER MM 7358 7261 7368 7467 7717 7640 7540 7648 7752 8025 7935 7829 7945 8053 8354 7307 7211 7299 7404...
  • Page 22 EN926-1:2015, EN926-2:2013+A1:2021 PG_2447.2024 PG_2436.2024 and NfL 2-565-20 and NfL 2-565-20 10.10.2024 10.10.2024 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Hiko 20 Hiko 22 Model: Model: PHIKO20...
  • Page 23 EN926-1:2015, EN926-2:2013+A1:2021 PG_2433.2024 PG_2434.2024 and NfL 2-565-20 and NfL 2-565-20 10.10.2024 10.10.2024 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Hiko 24 Hiko 26 Model: Model: OKUMA224...
  • Page 24 EN926-1:2015, EN926-2:2013+A1:2021 PG_2448.2024 PG_2449.2024 and NfL 2-565-20 and NfL 2-565-20 10.10.2024 10.10.2024 Date of issue (DMY): Date of issue (DMY): Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Niviuk Gliders / Air Games S.L. Manufacturer: Manufacturer: Hiko 28 Hiko 30 Model: Model: PHIKO28...
  • Page 25 Niviuk Paragliders C/ Del Ter 6 - D 17165 La Cellera de Ter - Girona - Spain +34 972 422 878 | info@niviuk.com niviuk.com...

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