Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light: Elevate Your Flight Experience
When it comes to ultralight flying gear, the Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light stands out as an exceptional choice for pilots who demand both performance and comfort. Designed specifically for competitive cross-country and X-Alps style paragliding, this harness blends cutting-edge materials with thoughtful engineering to create an unrivaled flying companion. Whether you’re scaling alpine peaks or soaring long-distance, the Range X-alps 3 ensures you stay light, agile, and safe.
Unmatched Ultralight Design for Maximum Freedom
The defining feature of the Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light is its remarkably low weight without compromising durability or safety. Crafted using premium lightweight fabrics and streamlined construction techniques, this harness drastically reduces bulk. Consequently, pilots benefit from enhanced mobility during hikes and effortless control in the air.
In fact, the ultralight design allows for greater endurance during long flights. Carrying less weight means less fatigue, enabling pilots to maintain sharp focus and optimal performance. Additionally, the harness’s compact packing size fits neatly into your gear bag, making transportation and storage easier than ever before.
Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Materials and Build Quality
Careful selection of high-strength, lightweight textiles such as Dyneema and ripstop nylon plays a crucial role in achieving the harness’s minimal weight. Reinforced stitching techniques add durability at critical points, ensuring the harness withstands the rigors of alpine conditions and frequent use.
Moreover, the harness incorporates breathable mesh panels for optimal ventilation. This thoughtful integration enhances comfort by regulating airflow, thus preventing overheating on intense hikes or during sunny flights. The combination of resilience and breathability embodies Skywalk’s commitment to premium quality.
Safety and Support You Can Trust
While ultralight, the Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light does not compromise pilot safety. The harness includes a robust back protection system certified according to industry standards. This integrated protector absorbs impact forces in case of hard landings, significantly reducing injury risk.
Furthermore, the harness’s ergonomic design promotes an ideal seating position. Adjustable shoulder and leg straps offer a customizable fit tailored to each pilot’s anatomy. This feature not only maximizes comfort but also improves in-flight stability, allowing more precise control over the glider.
The attachment points are reinforced and compatible with various carabiner styles, ensuring a secure connection to your wing. In addition, safety features such as emergency handle accessibility and easy-to-use buckles contribute to hassle-free operation during critical moments.
Performance That Elevates Your Flight
The Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light supports pilots in achieving peak aerodynamic efficiency. Its slim profile minimizes drag, contributing to smoother airflow around your body. This effect can translate into improved glide ratios and faster cross-country speeds, critical in competitive environments like the X-Alps.
Thanks to the harness’s balanced weight distribution, pilots experience reduced strain on their shoulders and lower back. Such ergonomics improve endurance, especially on demanding long-distance flights or multi-day adventures.
Practical Features for Everyday Use
Skywalk has integrated multiple practical elements to enhance usability without adding unnecessary weight. For instance, the harness features a large rear pocket ideal for storing essentials such as hydration packs, maps, or lightweight tools.
Two side pockets provide convenient access to smaller items like snacks or navigation devices. The zippered compartments secure your belongings safely during turbulent conditions.
Additionally, the Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light includes integrated emergency parachute compartments. These compartments are designed for quick deployment, ensuring safety is prioritized without sacrificing weight savings.
Adjustment and Comfort Customization
Customization options enhance pilot comfort and flight performance. The harness allows adjustment of seat angle, strap length, and backrest height. These settings empower pilots to tailor the harness precisely to their preferences and flying style.
Moreover, the foam padding is strategically placed to provide cushioning in pressure points, minimizing fatigue during long flights. The padding materials also resist moisture buildup, helping maintain comfort in humid or rainy conditions.
Who Should Choose the Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light?
This harness is ideal for highly experienced pilots who prioritize ultralight gear and competitive flying. If you’re training for events like the Red Bull X-Alps or enjoy adventurous alpine hiking combined with paragliding, the Range X-alps 3 offers the perfect balance of weight, safety, and functionality.
Casual pilots might find the harness’s minimalist design less forgiving, but anyone seeking to push limits with a reliable and lightweight harness will appreciate the Range X-alps 3’s thoughtful engineering.
Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Weight | Approx. 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) |
| Material | Dyneema, Ripstop Nylon, Mesh |
| Back Protection | Certified Impact Absorbing Protector |
| Adjustment | Shoulder, Leg Straps, Seat Angle, Backrest Height |
| Pockets | 1 Large Rear, 2 Side Pockets |
| Emergency Parachute Compartment | Integrated, Quick-Release |
| Compatibility | Universal carabiner-compatible attachment points |
| Certification | EN 1651, LTF certified |
| Packing Size | Ultra-compact, fits into small backpack compartment |
Highlighted Features at a Glance
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Ultralight Construction: Weighing just around 1.5 kg, reducing pilot fatigue on hikes and flights.
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Premium Materials: Dyneema and ripstop fabrics ensure durability and tear resistance.
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Certified Back Protection: Industry-standard impact absorption for enhanced pilot safety.
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Ergonomic Adjustability: Custom-fit shoulder, leg, and seat settings optimize comfort and control.
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Aerodynamic Profile: Slim, streamlined design lowers drag and improves glide efficiency.
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Convenient Storage: Multiple pockets for essentials and hydration gear without adding bulk.
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Emergency Parachute Integration: Ready for quick deployment in critical situations.
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Breathable Mesh Panels: Keeps pilots cool and dry during extended flights.
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Compact Packing Size: Easily fits in your backpack for quick transitions between hiking and flying.
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Universal Attachment Points: Compatible with all major paragliding carabiner types.
Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Skywalk Range X-alps 3 suitable for beginner pilots?
Due to its specialized ultralight design and minimalist comfort features, this harness is best suited for experienced pilots. Beginners might prefer harnesses with more padding and additional comfort features.
How does the harness handle back protection?
It includes a certified impact-absorbing protector integrated into the backrest, meeting EN 1651 and LTF safety standards, ensuring top-level protection without adding significant weight.
Can I adjust the harness for different flight styles?
Yes, the harness features adjustable shoulder straps, leg loops, seat angle, and backrest height, allowing you to personalize fit and comfort according to your flying preferences.
Does the harness accommodate an emergency parachute?
Absolutely. The Range X-alps 3 has a dedicated, integrated parachute compartment designed for quick deployment and minimal interference with the ultralight design.
What makes this harness different from previous X-alps models?
The X-alps 3 offers improved weight reduction, enhanced aerodynamics, and superior comfort through refined materials and construction methods. These improvements translate into better flight performance and hiking convenience.
Why Choose Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light?
Choosing your harness is a critical decision that affects every aspect of your flying experience. The Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Ultralight Harness Light delivers an outstanding balance of lightness, safety, and practical features specifically tailored for the demanding requirements of alpine and cross-country flying.
Its advanced design minimizes weight to help you hike longer and fly faster, without compromising on pilot protection or comfort. The harness is built by Skywalk, a trusted brand renowned for innovation and quality in paragliding gear.
Embrace the freedom to explore new heights with confidence, knowing that your harness supports you every step of the way.
The RANGE X-ALPS embodies the class of ultra-lightweight pod harnesses – a class that unites features that are nearly impossible to combine. Together with input from our X-Alps athletes and feedback from convinced RANGE X-ALPS2 pilots, we have succeeded with the RANGE X-ALPS3 in perfecting its coveted predecessor.
Skywalk Range X-alps 3
The RANGE X-ALPS3 was designed primarily for weight-optimized XC pilots who prefer compact equipment. Accordingly, the geometry and the seat shell were designed for high flying comfort, which can be enhanced with numerous features. The harness can be flown in a reclining as well as in an upright position. The adjustment can be easily adapted to conditions during flight. This way you feel safe flying even in turbulent air, and in the case of a disturbance, you can quickly straighten up and assume a compact body position.
The aerodynamic silhouette keeps you powerful and efficient during extended flights and long glides. The longitudinal stability of the harness can be additionally increased by means of stabilizers. This feature is a useful tool, especially for high performance pilots, to stay on course with maximum efficiency.
Range X-alps 3
Every space has been used wisely in the development of the RANGE X-ALPS3. The optimally arranged storage compartments provide ample space even on long trips. Although the weight starting at 1.95 kg and the pack size are extremely small, we have placed great emphasis on easy handling. Due to its intuitive handling, the RANGE X-ALPS3 is suitable for both Hike&Fly competition pilots and XC pilots.
Thanks to its large protector, the PERMAIR technology offers high passive safety and rounds off the overall package perfectly.
Whether you are a Hike&Fly athlete, XC pilot, vol-biv adventurer or travel enthusiast – with the ultra-light XC harness you will enjoy the highest comfort on long distances, easy ascents on your Hike&Fly tours, and reliable safety thanks to PERMAIR technology.
Skywalk Range X-alps 3 TECHNICAL
Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Under-seat stowage
The under-seat stowage compartment offers a capacity of 17 liters.
Back storage
The back storage compartment is sufficiently large with a capacity of 35 liters and is ideal for stowing your backpack. The asymmetrical zipper simplifies filling the storage compartment.
Aerodynamic rear fairing
The ram pressure fairing inflates due to the incoming air and recombines the flow behind the pilot. This significantly improves drag and increases glide performance.
Power Frame
The Power Frame distributes the forces homogeneously over the entire seat shell and provides optimal support without pressure points – high flying comfort is guaranteed!
Front rescue system with cockpit
The cockpit provides space for several flight instruments and, together with the rescue system, is optimally located in the pilot’s field of vision. The V-line is suspended from the shoulders as in conventional harnesses.
Sandwich seat shell
The seat shell is equipped with a closed porous foam, which provides additional thermal insulation and increases seating comfort.
RECCO® reflector
The RECCO® reflector offers rescue services an additional chance to locate a missing person (e.g. in densely wooded areas).
Device for hydration system
The hydration bladder can be attached in the back storage compartment. The drinking tube is led to the shoulder strap via an opening.
Skywalk Range X-alps 3 PERMAIR 2.0
The further development of our first PERMAIR protector generation has a practical inflate/deflate check valve that makes the filling of your protector significantly easier. PERMAIR 2.0 protectors can also be inflated in several ways. In addition to the previously common variant with the inflation bag and compression function, you now have the option to fill your protector via the PERMAIR PUMP or in a minimalist way via the mouthpiece.
Advantages of the PERMAIR protector
compared to other protector technologies
FOAM
+ Â permanent
+ Â durable
–  packing size
–  weight
–  damage difficult to see
AIRBAG
+ weight
+ packing size
–  shape
–  non permanent
–  damage difficult to see
PERMAIR
+ weight
+ packing size
+ shape
+ permanent
+ damages can be seen quickly
Your RANGE X-ALPS3 package
Your RANGE X-ALPS3 harness comes with:
- Harness EN 1651/2018 and LTF 91/09 certified
- Inflation bag
- PERMAIR protector
- PERMAIR mouthpiece
- 2 pieces carabiner Edelrid Foras
- Rescue handle
- Carbon foot plate
- 2-stage carbon accelerator
Skywalk Range X-alps 3 Optional accessories
DESK
The DESK is a pocket with integrated cockpit and is attached to the shoulder straps as well as the front container. This provides additional comfort especially on long XC flights. Besides a storage compartment with cable outlet for a battery pack, it offers you an additional expandable storage for cereal bars and similar things. The compartment can be easily accessed at any time during the flight. The flight instruments do not have to be removed for transport, so they can be quickly separated from the harness and stored safely.
PERMAIR PUMP
The small electric pump is the most comfortable filling option of the PERMAIR protector. It also serves, with a battery capacity of 3600 mAh, as a powerbank and falls with only 150g proverbial hardly in the weight.
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