Conquer Peaks with the NOVA BANTAM Paraglider

Ultra-light, compact, and made to perform—the NOVA BANTAM paraglider is every hike-and-fly enthusiast’s dream. Whether you’re heading up rugged alpine trails or chasing speed records on the descent, this mini wing delivers a thrilling yet controlled flight experience. And because it’s engineered for serious adventures, it won’t let you down when it matters most.

Built for Hike & Fly Purists

Why carry more than you need? The BANTAM redefines minimalism in flight gear. Weighing in at under two kilograms, it packs down smaller than most sleeping bags. So instead of struggling with bulk, you’ll focus on the climb. And once you reach the summit, you’ll know the descent is going to be just as epic.

Because it’s so light, it’s ideal for mountaineers, trail runners, and expedition pilots. And yet, despite its featherweight frame, the NOVA BANTAM paraglider delivers full-scale performance.

Designed to React, Built to Perform With NOVA BANTAM Paraglider

Don’t be fooled by its size—this mini wing is fast, agile, and surprisingly stable. Each control input translates directly into action, allowing for playful yet predictable handling. And because it maintains energy so efficiently, dynamic takeoffs and precision landings become second nature.

Whether you’re launching in tight spots or riding alpine gusts, the BANTAM adapts quickly. It climbs aggressively, glides confidently, and descends with authority. So instead of compromising, you’re flying at your peak.

Compact Without Compromise

Mini wing, major engineering. The BANTAM features Nova’s signature profile design, razor-sharp line layout, and durable lightweight materials. Additionally, reinforced leading edges and optimized internal structure give it surprising resilience for such a tiny package. And thanks to its exceptional launch behavior, even tricky terrain becomes accessible.

Since safety is never optional, Nova has baked in stability across the entire speed range. So, whether you’re cruising or spiraling, the BANTAM remains rock solid.

Perfect for Speed Flying and Hike & Fly Racing

You want speed? You’ve got it. With high trim speeds and rapid acceleration, the NOVA BANTAM shines in competitions like the Red Bull X-Alps. That’s right—this isn’t just a glider for explorers. It’s built for elite pilots, professional racers, and anyone obsessed with performance at altitude.

And because it’s EN certified, it blends fun with peace of mind. So whether you’re new to mini wings or already an experienced alpine flyer, the BANTAM brings it all together.

Take the Leap with NOVA BANTAM Paraglider

There’s a reason this glider is a favorite in the hike-and-fly scene—it’s light, it’s fast, and it’s dependable. With the NOVA BANTAM paraglider, every summit becomes a launchpad. So pack lighter, fly smarter, and embrace the freedom of minimalist flight.Nova Itus Harness

Pilot target group

The BANTAM (EN/LTF D) is not suitable for beginners or instruction and is aimed at experienced pilots who want to be on the move with as little weight as possible during hike & fly, mountain running, vol biv or competitions. Flown with a high wing-loading, its very direct handling and dynamic flight characteristics enable manoeuvres such as barrel rolls. Also in extreme situations, the BANTAM requires precise control inputs and active intervention by the pilot. If you are unsure whether EN D paragliders are right for you, you can get advice from your flying school or your NOVA dealer.

Short and compact

Weight-optimised cloth. We only use the highest quality sail cloths in all our wings, and we not only test the cloth for durability (high porosity or reduced tear resistance through UV damage or wear) but also for mechanical robustness, for example stretching. For quality control purposes we regularly take samples during serial production. The BANTAM is made from the lightest cloth currently available on the market. It is also characterised by its small packing volume and high UV resistance.

Mini-Ribs. Mini-ribs increase the number of cells in the rear wing area and thus provide an aerodynamically optimised trailing edge. The mini-ribs of the BANTAM are particularly short – another measure to keep the paraglider as light as possible.

Upper surface vector tape. This tape reduces the crease that is created when braking. This markedly increases climb performance and handling. In the BANTAM, this vector tape runs just in front of the mini-ribs, which, for the sake of weight optimisation, are as short as possible.

Light risers. The Light Risers are ergonomic and like the paraglider itself, are designed to save weight on equipment. A pair of risers weighs only 160 g.

The BANTAM – tested by “Thermik“

“With the Nova BANTAM, the successful manufacturer has succeeded in combining two glider concepts. It is just as suitable for the podium at the Dolomitenmann as it is for the sporty hike & fly pilot who can master an ultra-light glider with dynamic flight behaviour, but still does not want to do without certification.“The English PDF can be downloaded here. There original article is in German. Thanks to the team of “Thermik“ for the consent to share their test!

Quote from Théo de Blic

“The Bantam is really amazing and I am having a lot of fun with it. It opens a lot of hike&fly take-off spots that seemed impossible to me!”

Technical data Of NOVA BANTAM Paraglider

SIZE		10	12	14
Number of cells		33
Projected span	m	5,8	6,3	6,9
Projected area	m²	10,2	12	14
Projected aspect ratio		3,3
Flat span	m	7,3	7,9	8,5
Flat area	m²	12	14	16,6
Flat aspect ratio		4,4
Line diameter	mm	1 / 1,4 / 1,85
Line length	m	3,55	3,95	4,49
Total line length	m	156	173	190
Max. chord	m	2	2,2	2,34
Min. chord	m	0,9	1	1,1
Weight	kg	1,5	1,65	1,8
Recommended take off weight	kg	–	65-90	55-100
Certification (EN/LTF)		–	D	D

Materials Of NOVA BANTAM Paraglider

Leading-edge:	Dominico 10D, 26 g/m2
Top surface:	Dominico 10D, 26 g/m2
Lower surface:	Dominico 10D, 26 g/m2
Profile ribs (suspended):	Skytex 27 hard 27g/m2
Profile ribs (unsuspended):	Skytex 27 hard 27g/m2
Main lines:	Liros PPSLS191 / TSL 140
Gallery lines:	Edelrid U-8000
Brake lines:	PPSLS 65
Risers:	Kevlar 12mm

Technology

Under pressure.

NOVA Air Scoop is an optimised air intake, which increases the internal wing pressure. NOVA’s Air Scoop principle is similar to the ram-air inlet duct on a sports car: increased airflow produces higher pressure. Higher internal pressure in a paraglider means improved performance through increased structural stability and collapse resistance.

More compact. The aspect ratio of a glider is not the only factor in passive safety, but still a very important one. A high aspect ratio favours cravats after asymmetric collapses, generally shortens brake travel and normally makes wings more difficult to fly. Nova’s analytical tools permit us to build performance wings even with a low or moderate aspect ratio.

Zig-Zag 3D-Shaping.

In addition to the standard 3D Shaping there is a Zig-zag 3D Shaping seam on each cell. The advantage is that this seam doesn’t run in the direction of the spanwise force. This means the seam runs more cleanly and is more aerodynamically advantageous. This innovation reduces the creases in the leading edge.

Service

Every NOVA paraglider comes with a big package of extra services and guarantees. When you buy the wing you get more than just the product1.

Optimise your wing.During the initial flights the lines are subjected to real loads for the first time. This leads to stretching and shrinking – regardless of which line material is used. During NOVA Trim Tuning² our software analyses how out of trim the glider has become and then calculates the required correction values. Trim Tuning aids safety and increases your flying fun.

NOVA BANTAM paraglider

Fully comprehensive insurance.After purchasing the wing and successfully registering it at myNOVA, you are provided with one year fully comprehensive insurance (excess: 63.50 euro incl VAT / + postage & packing³). You do the damage, we carry the cost. NOVA Protect means that you can concentrate on the important thing: the flying! If you break it, we fix it!

More than a check.The NOVA Full Service is more than just a check. Just like the Trim Tuning, we analyse the line lengths and ensure that the wing is restored to the optimal profile alignment across the whole of the span. Additionally we give the wing a full health check. Our NOVA Full Service gives you confidence in your wing.

Three years without worry.If your wing has undergone NOVA Trim Tuning, the date to the next check is extended from two years to three years. The two-year check becomes a three-year check. This allows you to have an extra year of carefree flying. Please note the maximum permitted flying hours in the manual.

Full four year warranty.As standard, NOVA provides a three year, rather than a two year, guarantee on its paragliders. If your wing has undergone NOVA Trim Tuning and a NOVA Full Service, then we will extend the guarantee for a further year to four years. You get a good feeling flying a NOVA wing.

Everything available, anytime.If you register your wing at myNOVA, it is added to our Quality Assurance Database. In the database – accessed through myNOVA – you can download all the key data about your wing. The database will also assist the person servicing your glider by getting information about your glider at the click of a button. Your glider will be more comprehensively checked.https://www.instagram.com/paragliding_explorer_wing_shop?igsh=bGg2dWxqNzQ1bzF4&utm_source=qr

NOVA BANTAM Paraglider Colours

(Peacock)

Bantam - Made For Para-Mountaineers. Small, Compact, Dynamic - The Bantam Is The Perfect Miniwing For All Mountaineers Who Prefer A Flight With Plenty Of Speed To A Descent On Foot. Only 1.65 Kg (Size 12) Makes The Bantam The Lightest Certified Non-Single-Surface Wing On The Market (As Of October 2019).

Scope of delivery Of NOVA BANTAM Paraglider

Simple Flag

The Simple Flag fits in your pocket and is useful when there is no permanently installed wind indicator at a take-off or landing site. By means of a loop it can easily be attached to a stick or branch before the flight. Tip: Even if want to do some spontaneous ground handling, the Simple Flag will serve you well.

Ultralight Compression Bag

Especially small and light: this packsack is optimally tailored to the small packing size of the glider and can also be compressed very well. It is ideal for touring with a small rucksack. Please do not store your paraglider permanently in the compression bag, but well ventilated and loosely folded.

Holding-Pins

The Holding-Pins are made of wood – if you lose one in nature it is not the end of the world. The wing is delivered with a few spares. Please make sure you remove the pins before stowing your glider in the compression bag. This prevents damage to the cloth.

Repair kit.

Everyone hopes it will never happen: a hole or tear in the paraglider. We have included a minor damage repair kit in the right colour for such an eventuality.

Manual.

We have enclosed a very detailed manual which contains everything you need to know about your flying equipment. Please study it before flying your gear for the first time.

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Size	10, 12, 14
Color	Peacock

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