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It’s Not Just A Geo 2<br />
»» Totally new profile, planform, and performance<br />
»» High performance intermediate lightweight wing (LTF 1-2)<br />
»» Compact size when folded: ideal for travel and hiking<br />
»» Exceptionally easy launch, super fun handling<br />
»» Maximum glide performance: ideal for vol-bivouac adventure<br />
»» Built with Porcher 9017 E68A: the gold standard for durable lightweight material<br />
The Geo II is a totally new glider at the top of the 1-2 class in terms of performance<br />
and handling.<br />
The Concept: A Better Geo...<br />
The Geo was more popular than we imagined it would be. An increasing<br />
awareness of the pleasure and sensibility of light equipment coupled with<br />
the enjoyable handling and acceptable performance of the Geo made it an<br />
instant success.<br />
Even though the Geo is still widely considered a great wing, we wanted to start<br />
from a completely new foundation and build a wing with better performance.<br />
What started as a new concept in 2005 with the original Geo, has become<br />
a revolution in the sport with an entire class of wings devoted to pilots who<br />
want a lightweight glider with no sacrifice in performance, handling, or fun.<br />
We feel very strongly that the Geo II will conquer the 1-2 class of lightweight<br />
wings, and is the best lightweight wing that we have ever flown.<br />
Designed with True Performance as its mission statement, the Geo II incorporates<br />
the results of real adventure research and the significant profile, planform,<br />
and construction developments in our LTF 1-2 program made since the<br />
release of the original Geo. With a new advanced profile that is featured in all<br />
of the next generation of <strong>Ozone</strong> wings, the Geo II has the glide performance<br />
necessary for serious vol-bivouac flights in mountain terrain or efficient glides<br />
in weak flatland conditions. Segmented diagonals are used throughout;<br />
these are lighter than standard full diagonals and have allowed for a massive<br />
110m reduction of total line length, which has in turn resulted in less drag and<br />
higher performance at no cost of safety.<br />
Porcher Skytex 36g/m2 has a well proven record of durability, and is the same<br />
cloth used on the original Geo. Lines are a combination of sheathed Aramid<br />
(lowers), UV treated unsheathed Aramid (mids) and unsheathed Dyneema<br />
(uppers). The Geo II is available in two riser options: standard risers, and light<br />
weight Dyneema for pilots who are most concerned with weight.<br />
<strong>Ozone</strong> wings are adventure-proven more than any other, and the Geo II is<br />
our ultimate adventure wing for intermediate pilots. This is your tool to make<br />
it real… Designed for adventure, tested for performance in extreme environments<br />
and trimmed for safety, the Geo II has been a pleasure for us to develop.<br />
But this wing’s journey is by no means finished; in fact for you it has just<br />
begun. Enjoy your Adventure.<br />
New Features<br />
»» 5 sizes!<br />
»» New profile<br />
»» The cell openings have been reduced, and their positioning optimized<br />
»» More cells. With 3 more across the span, the top sail is cleaner and the cell<br />
arrangement is more balanced, improving airflow at the wingtip<br />
»» Segmented Diagonals. For a cleaner sail (better performance) and light weight<br />
(segmented diagonals weigh less than full diagonals, and serve the same purpose)<br />
»» New line arrangement and internal structure<br />
What Hasn’t Changed<br />
»»<br />
The new Porcher 9017 E68A is the best compromise for weight and durability.<br />
Your Geo II will last for well over 200 hours when properly cared for.<br />
For more specs and technical info, see page 49.<br />
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