There are two options with the sail of the Moyes Litespeed. However, as VG is applied, the dive sticks will lower, flattening the trailing edge and providing a more aerodynamic profile to improve the glider high speed capabilities. With this design, when VG is off, the dive sticks are optimally positioned to provide low speed stability and handling. The dive sticks are attached and pivot from the leading edge, however the cable support for the dive stick is attached to the carbon fibre spar. The design of the VG provides a considerable range and is a significant contributor to the diverse useable speed range of the glider.Īnother significant contributor to the diverse useable speed range on the Moyes Litespeed is the dive stick design. The carbon fibre cross bars are positioned with the VG, which is partially installed within the upright tubing on the right side. The lay-up schedule incorporates unidirectional fibre, biaxial fibre, and woven cloth, which are laid in a sequence that optimises strength, flexibility and weight. Each carbon fibre spar is constructed of pre-impregnated fibre cloth and cured in a pre-heated oven at 120 degrees Celsius for 1.5 hours. The carbon fibre spars are manufactured utilising yachting American Cup technology. The leading edge is a thick 62mm (2 7/16 in) tube with curved glass tips, which assists in providing a stiff, well-tensioned leading edge, thus enhancing the high-speed capabilities of the glider.Īs with Moyes previous kingpostless glider, the CSX, the cross bars are manufactured from a high-grade carbon fibre, which have been further enhanced for the new Litespeed. The Litespeed features an entire 7075 alloy frame, which is light and stiff. A goal that has been achieved with the Moyes Litespeed. Gerolf, an Austrian team pilot and a certified aerodynamicist, committed to designing and developing the world's best hang glider. The Moyes Litespeed was designed by Gerolf Heinrich in conjunction with the Moyes development team. In fact, the Moyes Litespeed is so easy to handle, you'll think you're in an Intermediate Glider, until you pull in the base bar and leave everyone behind.ĭespite these benefits, the Moyes Litespeed still provides the strength, durability and structural integrity for which the Moyes development team are famous. The glider is lighter than earlier models, extremely easy to handle, offers outstanding slow flying speed capabilities, provides enhanced pitch stability and is simple to land. However the usual handling trade-offs for these high performance benefits have been removed with the Moyes Litespeed. Youâ€™ll find the best glide ratio better than most hang gliders and the high-speed glide ratio will put you in front of the pack. Utilising the latest in design, materials, manufacturing and technology, the Moyes Litespeed applies a new benchmark by providing high performance coupled with easy handling.īridging the gap between flex wings and rigid wings in terms of performance, the Moyes Litespeed provides fantastic high speed capabilities, excellent sink rate and a superior climb rate.

The Moyes Litespeed redefines its category of a high performance glider.

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