Trekking Sebring
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| Sebring | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Trekking Parapentes |
| Introduction | 2003 |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid-2000s |
The Trekking Sebring is a French single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Trekking Parapentes of Lambesc. Introduced in 2003, it is now out of production.[1]
Design and development[edit]
The Sebring was designed as an advanced cross country performance glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Sebring S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.5 m (41.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 25.5 m2 (274 sq ft), 90 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.9:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Performance certified.[1]
- Sebring M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 13 m (42.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.5 m2 (307 sq ft), 90 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.9:1. The pilot weight range is 85 to 105 kg (187 to 231 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Performance certified.[1]
- Sebring L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.4 m (44.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.5 m2 (328 sq ft), 90 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.9:1. The pilot weight range is 94 to 122 kg (207 to 269 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Performance certified.[1]
Specifications (Sebring M)[edit]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 13 m (42 ft 8 in)
- Wing area: 28.5 m2 (307 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.9:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 54 km/h (34 mph, 29 kn)