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There’s a new kid on the block - the new Wills Wing Sport 2.
15 November, 2005: The Sport 2 175 has been released. All three sizes of the Sport 2 are now in production.
Wills Wing’s newest glider is based on our oldest idea; the high performance glider that’s easy and fun to fly. While some have always been willing to accept gliders becoming more difficult to fly as the price of higher performance, Wills Wing has focused on making better performing gliders that are also easier to fly. We pioneered the concept of "the high performance glider you already know how to fly" 30 years ago. Nearly 20 years ago, with the introduction of the original Sport 167, we firmly established the parameters of the "Sport Class" glider; a true high performance glider that an intermediate level pilot can fly effectively, and have fun on. Today, first with the U2, and now with the Sport 2, we’ve brought that concept to its highest levels of refinement.
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The Sport 2 is our latest, and arguably our best, in a long line of easy, fun to fly gliders that offer extraordinary levels of performance. Unlike other high performance kingposted gliders intended for pilots with advanced skills, the Sport 2 is suitable for even a true intermediate level pilot. At the same time, the Sport 2 provides performance that will satisfy an experienced veteran.
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The Sport 2 utilizes internal sprogs for stability along with a single reflex bridle per wing. Equipped standard with the ultra low drag Litestream performance control bar and an effective VG system, the Sport 2 offers glide performance across the speed range that is just slightly below that of the U2! The Sport 2 tracks straight and true at any speed, with no tendency towards oscillations. The Sport 2’s "on rails" directional stability makes aerotowing a breeze, and allows for confident, accurate landing approaches. The Sport 2’s exceptional slow flight handling and performance give it a climb rate in thermals that is unsurpassed. Its unusually light weight and good static balance make ground handling and launching easy. Landing characteristics are also easy and forgiving, ensuring that even the end of your flight will be something to enjoy. And finally, the Sport 2 comes with all of the built in quality, and backed by all of the extensive support, that you’ve come to associate with Wills Wing.
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If you’re in the market for a glider that you can enjoy right now, and continue to enjoy as you advance your skills and expand your experience for many years to come, take a look at the new Sport 2. Quite frankly, we’ve never made a better glider. And neither has anyone else.
New Litestream Compatible Round Speedbar Basetube
We are now offering the option of a round speedbar basetube on the Sport 2. This option is to address the requests of pilots who prefer the grip of a round basetube for comfort reasons, and pilots who want to be able to mount larger diameter wheels on a Litestream control bar. The photo shows the Litestream round speedbar mounted to a Sport 2, with Hall Wheels (not included) installed. We will soon have available VG compatible hubs for the larger 8 inch diameter Finsterwalder pneumatic wheels that will also allow them to be mounted on the Litestream round speedbar.
 | Hall Wheel on New Litestream Compatible Round Speedbar Basetube
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Pilots should expect approximately 1/2 point in degradation of L/D by going to the round basetube over the streamlined basetube. The Litestream compatible round speedbar is a no extra cost option when requested on any new glider order. |
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Hélène Baribeau
6/1/2005
Thanks again for giving me the opportunity to demo the Sport 2 - 135 this weekend. I truly appreciate!
I really liked the glider: easy to launch, very easy to land, so light to carry around! I was amazed by the relatively short, but very efficient, VG. Good thermaling abilities as well. So in summary, a really sweet glider to fly.
Great job!
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| Specification | Sport 2 135 | Sport 2 155 | Sport 2 175 | | Area (ft^2) | 135 | 155 | 175 | | Span (ft) | 29.3 | 31.5 | 33.1 | | Aspect Ratio | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.3 | | Glider Weight (lbs) | 54 | 59 | 70 | | Hook-In Weight (lbs) | 135-200 | 150-250 | 175-320 | | Optimum Body Weight (lbs) | 130-160 | 150-200 | 200-260 | | Double Surface (%) | 74 | | USHPA Rating | 3 | | Vne (mph) | 53 | | Va (mph) | 46 | | Vms (mph) | 19 | | Length (in bag) (in) | 184 | 200 | 212 | | Break-down (in) | 136 | 146 | 147 | | HGMA Cert. | 10/6/2006 | 11/3/2004 | - | | Sugg. Retail | $4475.00 |
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Note: Retail prices listed are Wills Wing's suggested retail prices not including packaging for shipment from the factory, freight costs to the destination, import and local taxes, and dealer preparation and delivery charges. For safety reasons, any products shown that require any particular expertise to install or use safely must be purchased through an authorized Wills Wing Dealer.
Back to top | | Combination Bridle and Internal Stablilty System | | Easy to Fly, High Performance, Intermediate Design | | Easy to Pull, Effective VG System | | Litestream Performance Control Bar | | Composite Transverse Battens | | Machined Aerodynamic Corner Fittings | | New Button Spring Lock - Tang Attachments | | Very lightweight - all 7075 airframe (6061 leading edges on 175 size) | | 7075 - T6 Pre-formed Battens | | New Lever Type Rear Batten Tips | | Bottom Surface Battens Control Sail Shape | | Two Color Bottom Surface | | Full Leading Edge Pocket (Dacron) and Mylar Insert | | Dacron Nosecone | | Streamlined Kingpost | | Kingpost Hang Pilot Suspension | | Integral Low drag Back-up Hang Loop | | Curved Tip Planform | | Medium Weight, XC–Type Glider Bag, Control Bar Bag, Batten and Tip Bags, and Velcro Sail Ties | | Spare Parts Kit, Team Hat, Bumper sticker | | Comprehensive Owner / Service Manual and Batten Diagram |
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Some options may be incompatible with others. See your Wills Wing dealer for details.
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