🌟 Niviuk Skin 3: Ultralight Perfection for Adventure Pilots
Meet the Niviuk Skin 3, a groundbreaking single-surface paraglider that redefines hike-and-fly exploration with its unmatched lightness, intuitive control, and compact design. Created for adventurers who crave freedom and simplicity, this wing embodies precision, versatility, and innovation. Whether you’re launching from high-alpine summits or trekking remote landscapes, the Skin 3 is your go-to partner for pure airborne escape.
🚀 Built for Bold Journeys
Niviuk Skin 3 Streamlined Lightweight Architecture
Every gram matters in hike-and-fly adventures. That’s why the Skin 3 employs ultra-durable yet featherlight materials, including Dokdo 10D and Skytex 27, ensuring long-term reliability without compromising packability. Consequently, you can travel farther, climb higher, and launch faster. Additionally, reinforced stitching maintains wing integrity even in demanding conditions.
True Minimalist Design
By eliminating the lower surface, the Skin 3 reduces drag significantly. This unique approach not only decreases overall weight but also enhances thermal climbing performance. Because of this, pilots enjoy efficient ascents with minimal brake input. Furthermore, glide efficiency has been optimized through a carefully engineered line configuration.
🔬 Niviuk Skin 3 Precision Handling in Any Environment
Smooth and Intuitive Response
Control is seamless and responsive. Therefore, the Skin 3 adapts quickly to your input, whether you’re soaring along ridgelines or catching thermals in tight cores. Brake pressure remains light and progressive, delivering excellent feedback. Moreover, the wing’s docile nature reduces pilot fatigue, allowing longer, more enjoyable flights.
Agile Yet Forgiving
Engineered with beginner-friendly characteristics, the Skin 3 provides an incredibly forgiving flight experience. Nevertheless, experienced pilots will appreciate the responsive dynamics that allow confident maneuvers in challenging terrain. In fact, the glider remains stable and predictable, even during sudden changes in wind or altitude.
🤝 Niviuk Skin 3 Performance Meets Simplicity
Launches Made Effortless
Even in no-wind conditions, the Skin 3 inflates with minimal effort. Because the reduced fabric mass reacts quickly, launches become safer and more predictable. Moreover, its excellent ground-handling behavior makes it ideal for pilots operating in constrained or rugged take-off zones.
Smooth Transitions and Landings
Transitions from glide to flare are fluid. Therefore, landings feel controlled and graceful. Furthermore, the wing’s structure supports easy packing and re-launching, so you can continue your adventure without delay. As a result, the Skin 3 complements your rhythm, adapting to your personal flying style.
📈 Optimized for Real-World Exploration
Compact to Carry
The Skin 3 compresses easily into a small volume, fitting comfortably in any ultralight backpack. In addition, Niviuk offers optional ultralight harness combinations like the Roamer 2, creating the perfect portable system. Because of this, it’s never been easier to reach remote launch sites and descend with grace.
Versatile Across Conditions
Thanks to its versatile profile and stability, the Skin 3 excels across various altitudes and climates. Whether you’re flying in alpine thermals or coastal breezes, the wing maintains consistent performance. Furthermore, pilot safety is prioritized through its predictable recovery behavior and clear handling cues.
🏙️ Product Highlights: Niviuk Skin 3
- ✅ Certification: EN B for safety and stability
- ✅ Design: Single-surface construction for ultralight performance
- ✅ Materials: Dokdo 10D and Skytex 27 for durability and lightness
- ✅ Launch Behavior: Easy inflation, even in nil wind
- ✅ Handling: Forgiving and intuitive for diverse pilot skill levels
- ✅ Versatility: Reliable in hike-and-fly, bivouac, and mountaineering adventures
- ✅ Compactness: Packs down to an incredibly small volume
- ✅ Compatibility: Pairs perfectly with lightweight harnesses
🌌 Ideal for All Skill Levels
A Safe Platform for New Pilots
Newcomers to hike-and-fly will find confidence in the Skin 3’s gentle behavior. Because it launches easily and reacts predictably, pilots can build skills without feeling overwhelmed. Additionally, its manageable weight means lighter packs and less physical strain.
A Favorite Among Experienced Adventurers
Veteran pilots will love the Skin 3’s blend of performance and portability. Moreover, its direct handling and efficient glide make it suitable for technical descents and ambitious routes. As a result, it provides the ideal balance between excitement and control.
✅ Everything You Need, Nothing You Don’t
Thoughtful Features, Clean Design
Niviuk stripped away anything unnecessary to ensure maximum performance. As a result, every feature has a specific purpose—from the streamlined risers to the carefully mapped line layout. Consequently, the Skin 3 delivers pure flight without distractions.
Sustainable Manufacturing
Eco-conscious pilots will appreciate Niviuk’s commitment to sustainable production practices. Therefore, the Skin 3 uses responsibly sourced materials and eco-friendly packaging. Moreover, its longevity means less frequent replacement and a reduced environmental footprint.
🛸Let the Adventure Begin with the Niviuk Skin 3
From backcountry launches to spontaneous descents, the Niviuk Skin 3 empowers you to fly where others hike. By harmonizing simplicity, safety, and performance, it gives adventurers the confidence to explore further.
Pack light. Launch high. Soar free. With the Skin 3, your next great journey begins above the tree line. And from the very first lift-off, you’ll feel the difference that true ultralight innovation can make.
Niviuk Skin 3 Technical data
Size |
16 |
18 |
20 |
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| Cells | Number | 45 | 45 | 45 | |
| Aspect ratio | Flat | m2 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Surface | Flat | m2 | 16 | 18 | 20 |
| Projected | m | 13.52 | 15.21 | 16.9 | |
| Span | Flat | m | 9.38 | 9.95 | 10.49 |
| Cord | Max | m | 2.04 | 2.17 | 2.29 |
| Lines | Total | m | 251 | 267 | 282 |
| Main | 2/3/2/2 | 2/3/2/2 | 2/3/2/2 | ||
| Risers | Number | 4 | A/B/C/D | A/B/C/D | A/B/C/D |
| Accelerator | mm | 45 | 45 | 45 | |
| Total weight in flight | Min-max | Kg | 60-85 | 70-90 | 85-110 |
| Glider weight | Kg | 2.2 | 2.4 | 2.6 | |
| Certification | EN/LTF | 926-1 | B | B | |
Colours
Standard colours: Vibe, Wizard
Custom colours available.
Package
- Skin 3
- Inner bag
- Compression strap
- Riser cover
- Repair kit
- T-shirt
Note: Backpack not included
Optional extras
Skin 3: the next paragliding experience
Hike & Fly. EN/LTF B.
Outstanding in any situation
Much more efficient in turbulent conditions, headwind and for flying distance. Unlike other single-surface wings, its nature does not influence its flight behaviour.
Durable lightness
The wing’s revolutionary new reinforced structure makes it possible to greatly reduce the number of lines and together with the use of semi-light materials makes it light and also durable.
Guaranteed accessibility
An EN B certified wing which is responsive, efficient and stable for greater flying comfort. More fun, more speed and a lot more accessible and simple to fly.
About
Single-surface gliders are no longer just the preserve of extreme mountaineers. The new Skin 3 is an outstanding wing for any pilot looking for the perfect balance between accessibility/performance and lightness/durability.
The Skin 3 offers unprecedented joy when flying and with easier and more accessible controls, transmits confidence to pilots even in their learning phase (EN B). The wing features longer brake travel and greater passive safety to allow progressive and fun flying. Its manoeuvrability and flight efficiency will help you to realise any hike & fly or vol-biv adventure you can imagine.
In terms of the wing’s structure, the Skin 3 features a newly designed leading-edge based on 3DL (3D Leading Edge). That means greater wing cohesion and it facilitates an easier and more straight forward take off, more safety due to direct reactions to input and a faster recovery in the case of a collapse. The leading edge uses SLE (Structured Leading Edge) technology, which provides extra stability to the wing throughout its profile and means it can reach higher speeds.
Once in the air, the Skin 3 proves to be so much more than a glider just for top-to-bottom flights and finally opens the possibility of flying distance with a single-surface glider. Thanks to its improved behaviour in turbulent air the sail is capable of flying in windier conditions, which makes it perfect for vol-biv flights and great adventures.
Niviuk Skin 3
Its new internal structure combines ribs and diagonals (Skytex 32 g/m2) in order to better distribute the weight of the pilot and more optimally distribute the loads at the line attachment points. This has had a direct impact on the lineset, with 44% fewer lines in comparison to its predecessor. This significantly reduces drag and improves performance during all the phases of flight as well as greatly simplifying the process of wing preparation before the flight.
This reduction in the number of lines is also a key factor to achieving a light canopy without affecting the choice of the rest of materials and cloth. The durability of the wing was a key consideration during the design of the new Skin 3 and with this objective in mind, Niviuk used semi-light Porcher Skytex 32 g/m² fabric on the surface and Porcher Skytex 27 g/m² on the inside of the leading edge. A combination of materials that provides lightness but also ensures strength and durability.
Like all Niviuk wings, the Skin 3 incorporates Nitinol rods (TNT) to reinforce the structure and reduce the weight of the wing, in addition to providing the profile with shape memory and enormous elasticity. Alongside this, the use of 3DP technology (3D Pattern Cut) allows an ideal tensioning of the fabric, avoiding creases and any deformation which would degrade its performance in the air.
Niviuk Skin 3
The landing is another of Skin 3’s strengths and the pilot has the option of using the new hybrid trimmer system (half trimmers, half speed-bar) that allows a greater brake travel range and full speed retention for a safer and controlled touch-down.
In short, Skin 3 is a new world to discover. An ideal wing to accompany you in all your adventures and achieve new goals that will surely only be possible with this new generation of single-surface wings. A wing that will make you feel that it is part of you.
Niviuk Skin 3 Technologies
3D Leading Edge
Adding an extra seam to the leading edge on the span axis of the glider helps to shape a compact 3D profile and have better connections to the new 3DP front panel’s layout.
3D Pattern Cut Optimization
The latest glider generation requires a new pattern design and an optimized fabric cutting process based on 3D technology.
Interlock System
The IKS (Interlock System) is an ultra-lightweight, high strength connecting system that aims to complement the light product range and replace the current systems based on the use of the maillons and/or carabiners. This new system is based on a secure connection using a simple Dyneema loop provided with a fixing and locking system, ensuring the complete efficiency and safety of the connection, and allowing the equipment to be ready at all times, either with or without load.
RAM Air Intake
Evolution and constant improving in all Niviuk products is the essence of the DNA of Niviuk’s R&D team. Thanks to the new technologies created over recent years, Niviuk have conceived a new and more evolved and higher performing gliders. In this context, the RAM Air Intake technology should be pointed out.
Structured Leading Edge
The SLE provides more rigidity and stability along the span of the leading edge but also allows full flexibility along both the vertical and horizontal axis of each open cell. The SLE ensures ease of movement on the ground and high security in the air during turbulence and whilst flying at speed.
Structured Trailing Edge
The STE optimises the profile without deforming it. Niviuk can thus obtain less resistance and better performance.
Titanium Technology
Constantly innovating, Niviuk is always on the hunt for the latest and best materials to help Niviuk design optimal products. For this reason, and after an extensive evaluation of its benefits and qualities, Niviuk decided to be the first manufacturer to use Nitinol in Niviuks glider line.
Learn about Niviuk Paraglider Technologies
FAQs
What are the main new features?
The main new feature is its flying characteristics The Skin 3 is a glider that is easy to use, solid and really fun to fly. This translates into comfort during flight and is complemented by high passive safety so that the pilot can totally enjoy the experience.
Niviuk Skin 3 Can I turn in thermals?
Without a doubt! Both models are designed for the pilot to enjoy more top-to-bottom flights or sledge rides. Precise control and its small turning radius allow not only thermalling but also precise centring in the cores. In both Skin 3 and Skin 3P, the feedback about the air mass is direct, as it is in conventional wings.
What kind of flights are possible with the Niviuk Skin 3/3P?
The next generation of the Skin will broaden your horizons. With its great performance and excellent manoeuvrability, you can travel for miles and complete vol biv adventures. The fact that it is a single-surface wing does not influence its flight behaviour and it flies like a standard wing. In addition, it is a very suitable wing for pilots who are in their progression and learning phase as it transmits a lot of confidence and offers great accessibility.
Niviuk Skin 3 Downloads
- Manual
- Certification: 18 | 20
- Technical Specification
- Product Press Release
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