Advance IOTA DLS
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When in stock, UK approx 2-5 workdays, other countries see shipping page
Model Status: Current model
EN Certification: EN B
LTF Certification: LTF B
The IOTA DLS signals the start of a new development philosophy, combining structural innovation with a unique mix of materials, bringing a new level of excellence in performance, handling and weight to the high B class.
IOTA DLS availability & order info
Update 10/01/2022: Due to their largely restored production capacity in Vietnam, Advance are now able to schedule the market launch of the new IOTA DLS: the first deliveries are expected in April.
IOTA DLS pre-orders
We are accepting pre-orders for the IOTA DLS. Please email us if you have any questions. Alternatively you can pay our Product Deposit to get your order in the production queue as soon as possible.
Technical data
IOTA DLS | 21 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 29 |
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CWR¹ (kg) | 60-77 | 70-88 | 80-100 | 92-114 | 105-128 |
IWR² (kg) | 65-75 | 75-85 | 85-97 | 97-110 | 110-125 |
Flat surface m2 | 21.78 | 23.48 | 25.18 | 27.23 | 29.24 |
Projected surface m2 | 18.57 | 19.94 | 21.39 | 23.13 | 24.83 |
Glider weight kg | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.9 |
Span (m) | 11.05 | 11.47 | 11.88 | 12.35 | 12.80 |
Projected span (m) | 8.80 | 9.10 | 9.42 | 9.80 | 10.15 |
Aspect ratio | 5.6 | 5.6 | 5.6 | 5.6 | 5.6 |
Projected aspect ratio | 4.15 | 4.15 | 4.15 | 4.15 | 4.15 |
Number of cells | 59 | 59 | 59 | 59 | 59 |
Certification | EN/LTF B | EN/LTF B | EN/LTF B | EN/LTF B | EN/LTF B |
¹ CWR: Certified takeoff weight range in kilograms.
² IWR: Ideal takeoff weight range in kilograms.
Colours
Standard colours: Fire, Grey, Royal, Spectra.
Custom colours: Choose your colours and email us the colour reference with your order. Include a screenshot if you can. Full payment required upfront to confirm your order after which it cannot be cancelled.
Package
- Wing, COMPRESSBAG (inner bag)
IOTA DLS: a new era begins
High B paraglider
The IOTA 3 becomes the IOTA DLS. We have been using our extra time to further develop the performance, handling and weight of our top-end B wing, achieving a new level of excellence in all three of these qualities. Welcome to the new IOTA DLS. The DLS stands for DURABLE LIGHTWEIGHT STRUCTURE and signals the start of a new development philosophy combining structural innovation with a unique mix of materials.
Performing; Efficient pitch control
The high degree of pitch stability provided by the profile conserves energy, especially when gliding in turbulent air, thus conserving glide performance. An efficient pitch control system with C-handles delivers the two-liner feeling while flying for distance, and sophisticated 3X3D shaping gives the IOTA DLS wing a perfectly smooth leading edge.
Light & durable: Durable Lightweight Structure (DLS)
The new IOTA DLS is offered at weights from 3.9 kgs, without compromise in lifespan or robustness. Highly stressed areas, especially the entire upper surface and all ribs, are made from a variety of robust and low strech quality Porcher Sports fabrics.
Durable Lightweight Structure (DLS) meets the needs of the times. Many pilots want lightweight, but still robust products. They deliberately don't want ultra-light gliders because they don't completely fulfil their desired level of durability and require special care in handling. Finally, DLS gives pilots what they want.
Predictable: Smooth & reassuring behaviour
Optimal lift distribution and ideally coordinated fabric tensions result in better turbulence absorption with comfortably damped canopy feedback. This results in reassuringly predictable flight behaviour and a very comfortable flying experience.
Materials
Wing
Leading edge | Skytex 38 universal, 39 g/m2 |
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Upper surface | Skytex 32 universal, 32 g/m2 |
Lower surface | Skytex 27 classic, 27 g/m2 |
Designstripe | Skytex 32 universal, 32 g/m2 |
Profiles | Skytex 40 hard finish, 40 g/m2 |
Unsuspended profiles | Skytex 32 hard finish, 33 g/m2 |
Lines & risers
Main lines | A-8001-230, -190, -130 |
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Galery lines | A-8001-130, -090, -070, -050 |
Brake lines | A-8001-070, -050 |
Steering lines | A-8001-190, A-7850-240 |
Quick links | MR Delta 3.5mm / S12 |
Risers | PES/Technora 12mm |
FAQ
What is the IOTA DLS like to fly?
The basic flying concept for the new IOTA DLS comes from the extremely successful and high performing SIGMA 11. The profile characteristics of this big brother have been adopted, adjusted to meet the requirements of the high B class. A marked IOTA DLS performance step up is the result. The effective Pitch-Control-System gives a flying feel similar to a two-liner. An element of C level control inputs to the B level, thus maintaining profile shape when C-controlling while accelerated.
The extreme flight behaviour and passive safety of the new IOTA DLS have been greatly improved compared to its predecessor. Ideal tuning of lift distribution with fabric tension much improves turbulence absorption, without losing important pilot feedback from air mass effects. An agreeable sense of comfort in flight enables you to enjoy relaxed and fatigue-free flying over long distances.
Quality technical design does away with IOTA DLS upper C-wires, making the IOTA DLS even easier and more compact to pack – after flight.
Why does the IOTA 3 become the IOTA DLS?
Although pilots and dealers like products to be as light as possible, their feedback tells us that they are becoming increasingly reluctant to accept the degree of compromise in robustness and glider life that can go with light gliders. This demand has taken its time to become evident because pilots only become aware of the weaknesses of ultra-light products after using them for a while. Unless given special care, ultra-light gliders can suffer subtle but permanent airfoil deformation which may have a lasting effect on flight behaviour and performance. Porosity of lightweight fabrics might also become an issue associated with intensive use.
So we decided to confront this problem with our DLS concept, and develop a product that meets this wide spectrum of demands. Our many years experience of developing X-Alps equipment has helped us with this set of subjects. Computer-aided analysis enabled us to focus, in great detail, on those areas of a paraglider which are exposed to high stress, and therefore deserve specific attention. This allows us to selectively decide on the mix of lightweight and conventional materials to use, but, above all, design the best geometric shapes of individual components such as diagonals, tension bands or rib crossports in an economic way that also eliminates weaknesses in durability and robustness.
Is THE IOTA DLS not just a IOTA 3 with a light undersurface?
No: the 27gm fabric for the wing undersurface only saves around 100 gms, depending on glider size. Total weight saving subtracts more than four times this figure. Because the IOTA DLS is up to 600 g lighter than its predecessor.
The sum of many small but important details means that the new IOTA DLS is a lightweight glider. Nevertheless, components that are important for durability, such as the ribs, are made of particularly low-stretch materials. The DLS difference comes from an intelligent material mix, fabric weight saving at less stressed areas, a re-analysis of sliced diagonal shapes, geometrically optimized tension straps and, last but not least, the softlinks option.
Will there be another new light high-B from Advance?
The XI is still the current light model in our range. Since with a weight starting from 3.9 kg the IOTA DLS can now also be assigned to the light glider category, no further High-B glider is currently planned as a light version.
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Condition | New |
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EN Certification | EN B |
LTF Certification | LTF B |
Shipping Details | When in stock, UK approx 2-5 workdays, other countries see shipping page |
Model Status | Current model |