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Packing the glider
Keep it simple! NOVA paragliders can be stored in a concertina bag,
but it is not essential (we haven‘t found that concertina bags prolong
the life of the wing). If in a hurry, they can be stuffed into the inner bag
(but please don’t store them like this in the long-term!).
We use the conventional packing method for our own wings: lay the
wing flat with lines on top and then fold towards the middle. The cell
openings should be in line and can then be used as a reference. Then
fold, rather than roll, the glider as this improves the comfort when
carrying it in the glider bag. When folding the wing, please ensure that
the rods in the leading edge are not bent. This simple and comfortable
packing method is made possible by our conservative use of rods –
they are only used in the profile nose.
Storage
It is best to store paragliders in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Permanently storing the wing at high temperatures (for example, in a
car during summer) should be avoided. The wing should not be tightly
packed when stored for long periods. It is preferable to leave it more
loosely packed in the inner bag.
Cleaning
To clean the canopy, use only water and a soft cloth/sponge (no deter-
gents!).
To us, paragliding
means freedom.
And freedom means
not having to deal
with complicated
equipment.
Remove sand, dirt or little stones from the inside of the canopy. Sand
is abrasive and this accelerates the aging of the wing. To remove dirt
from the trailing edge, we have fitted Velcro to the ends of the wing
tips. Open this to shake out unwanted dust/dirt.
Repair
Repairs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorised
service centres. A list of authorised service centres can be found at
our web site at:
nova.eu/en/try-buy/
Exceptions are replacing lines, the repair of small tears (up to 5 centi-
metres which do not require stitching) or holes in the sail cloth which
can be fixed with original NOVA repair tape (supplied with the glider).
Spare parts, like additional repair tape or replacement lines, are avai-
lable from authorised service centres or directly from NOVA.
Disposal
The synthetic materials used in the construction of a paraglider should
be responsibly disposed of. When you wish to dispose of your glider,
please return it to NOVA or to your local NOVA partner, where it will
be dismantled into its individual components and properly disposed of.
Ultralight Compression Bag
Every DOUBLESKIN is delivered with an Ultralight Compres-
sion Bag (22 L, 34 g). The NOVA Compression Bag reduces
the volume of the wing, protects it from sweat and helps to
pack it flatter, which makes carrying it in your rucksack more
comfortable.
1. Fold the glider in a way that the two halves of the wing
make narrow strips, which are placed on top of each other.
2. Then fold the narrow folded glider, rather than rolling it up.
The result is an approximately 25 x 40cm cuboid.
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