PG Brochure - Ozone

Unbeatable Confidence and Maximum
Performance in the Serial Class
»» Significant speed and glide improvement over the M2 across the
speed range
»» HPP Research Elements: new profile, trailing edge, and line diagram.
»» Trademark Ozone handling: Still the tightest and most stable turn in
the LTF 2-3 class.
»» Total comfort in flight: Like its predecessors, the M3 is pure pleasure in
all conditions, no stress!
»» Stability at Speed: The M3’s speed system is made to be used, and
with confidence.
»» Confidence: Stability at speed and total comfort in active air – push
your speed bar to your goal, without stressing about your wing.
»» Designed for true LTF 2-3 safety: This is not a ‘de-tuned’ comp wing
Total comfort and stability combined with performance is now the legacy of
the Mantra Series. The Mantra M3 has continued this tradition, with massive
improvements in speed and glide performance.
The constant research in the Mantra R Open Class Series and the HPP
Project have yielded exciting new design elements which have been incorporated
into the M3 by the Ozone Test and Design Team. Foremost among
these improvements are the new profile, line diagram, and trailing edge design,
all of which have significantly improved the efficiency of the wing.
In the Mantra Series, efficiency is the obsession of the test team. Overall efficiency
opens the windows of speed and glide, without sacrificing safety and
comfort. Instead of focusing on top speed when laying out the design elements,
through maximizing efficiency the design team allowed speed and
glide to increase as natural side effects of the improved design elements.
Glide and speed test comparisons have shown the Mantra M3 to be at the
top of the class in terms of performance. As for handling and comfort, these
are the trademarks of all Ozone wings and are crucial elements of the Mantra
Series as well – Confidence comes only with comfort, and confidence is
the first ingredient in your performance. The comfort and ease of the Mantra
M3 will allow you to maximize its potential and yours, in any competition or
XC environment.
The Concept
A logical evolution: Improve the performance in all respects, while retaining
the Mantra Series trademarks – True Overall Performance: agile handling
and ease of use.
New Features
»» Although the M3 is purely an evolution of the M2, a total optimisation
of the core factors has created a very significant step forward in performance
»» Aspect Ratio Increased: With the advent of improved airfoil technology,
we were able to increase the AR without compromising overall true performance.
At this time, we do not think it is possible to increase the AR further
without sacrificing sail homogeneity, a compact feel, and great handling.
The increased AR means greater performance in sink rate and climb
»» More cells: A result of the increased AR, necessary to maintain cell proportion
for a clean sail and a cohesive feel in the wing
»» A special diagonal rib arrangement from the Mantra R research series
has allowed the addition of these 4 cells without the addition of lines
»» HPP Research: Has lead to the discovery of a new profile, now on the
M3. This profile has yielded extraordinary glide performance for the
class, increased pitch stability, lighter brake pressure, and forgiving at
higher angles of attack
»» Tab Positioning: To match the new airfoil and also to prevent chordwise
deformation, for a smoother feel in turbulence
»» Trailing Edge: Partial ribs have been added to reduce drag by improving
airflow across the TE. A new brake attachment has increased the efficiency
of the flap while brakes are applied
»» Line Diagram: Now optimized for a 11% line drag reduction
»» Overall Efficiency: Has allowed us to reduce the size by 0.5m2, for better
handling, and higher speeds throughout the range
»» New Risers: Narrower webbing material and the super smooth Ronstan
Pulleys
For more specs and technical info, see page 49.
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