Skate 10 or Spitfire 11

At last, an answer

Beni, thanks for this quick comparison. That's what I asked about. My overall canopy experience is mostly skydiving canopy currently Icarus Crossfire 99sqf - also sensitive to weight shifting, swoops nice I know nothing about "rolls" because skydivers don't do such things From speedgliders I've only flew on borrowed Bullet 10 and I want to buy something in this size for my own (but not bullet). I think 10/11 sqare meters will be safe choice for my first speedgliding canopy.

Based on what you say I think I will enjoy Spitfire more although differences are not that significant, so the harness, colours and price will be the factors to consider next I am not convinced to Niviuk simply because of lack of good information about harness, pictures etc.

And I asked about harnesses because I had a "pleasure" to testfly Ozone Atak, Dudek Zakoseat and one another which name unfortunatelly I can't remember, but it was definitely most comfortable. I hope Brave2 will be too.

best regards

Hy i like to help you making a good decision. I fly both wings a lot. They are about the same size by the way! Spitfire glides probably a bit better, dive will be similar. Spitfire will be a little faster i guess. In terms of safety, they are both very good. Stability is no issue on both of them!
The big diffrence is the roll stability. The Niviuk is really roll stable like a parachute or an beginner paraglider. Is easy to fly, but i don`t like that. Feels like flying a truck. The spitfire is more sensitive to weight shift and harnes turns. you have to pull less for the same turn! It is a little more difficult at the beginning, but once you understand it you will have fun with it. It also swoops further due to the higher aspect ratio. What is your previous canopy experience? cheers Beni Kälin

Submitted by skypolko

Come on.. really no one has anything to say ?

I know that both gliders has tripple riser system and trimmers on rear risers. Skate has something like crossbraces in cells which should make it stiffer and more turbulent resistant.. at least thats my theory

About Niviuk convertible harness there is literally no info. No photos, no descritpion. I know it is old 2007 model and they are developing new one. That's why I'm leaning towards Brave2 harness which seams very nice and well presented on their website.

As I said before, my dealer can get this equipment for me only if I declare to buy it... so any opinions helping to make a good choice will be appreciated.

regards