Dudek V-King – Master the Skies with Precision and Confidence
The Dudek V-King is the pinnacle of advanced paragliding design, offering unmatched performance, intuitive handling, and robust safety features. Developed by Dudek, a renowned brand in the paragliding world, this wing is engineered for both skilled pilots seeking high-performance cross-country capabilities and enthusiasts looking to refine their flying skills with precision. Every aspect of the V-King reflects meticulous attention to aerodynamics, durability, and comfort.
Innovative Design and Aerodynamics
The Dudek V-King stands out for its cutting-edge aerodynamic design, providing pilots with a seamless flight experience. Its advanced wing profile ensures superior glide performance while maintaining stability even in turbulent conditions. The canopy’s clean lines, precise shaping, and modern construction techniques work in harmony to deliver responsive and predictable handling.
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Optimized Airfoil: Enhances glide and speed without compromising stability.
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High Aspect Ratio: Offers exceptional performance for cross-country flights.
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Advanced Line Layout: Minimizes drag and ensures smooth control input response.
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Robust Leading Edge: Maintains shape in challenging conditions, improving lift consistency.
Dudek’s commitment to innovation ensures that every V-King glider balances agility and comfort. Pilots experience dynamic responsiveness while maintaining a sense of security, making complex maneuvers accessible without excessive effort.
Dudek V-King Performance Tailored for All Skill Levels
The Dudek V-King excels across a variety of flight conditions, making it suitable for intermediate and advanced pilots. Whether you are navigating thermal currents, cruising cross-country, or enjoying recreational soaring, the wing delivers smooth handling and reliable stability. Transitioning between maneuvers feels natural, with predictable reactions that enhance both confidence and enjoyment.
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Responsive Steering: Allows precise directional control during turns and corrections.
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High Glide Efficiency: Maximizes distance coverage with minimal effort.
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Agility in Thermals: Efficiently centers updrafts for optimized lift.
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Consistent Pitch Stability: Maintains performance even in turbulent air.
Pilots report that the V-King feels intuitive, reducing mental load and allowing more focus on the surrounding environment. Its performance characteristics encourage exploration while ensuring safety remains a priority.
Safety Features You Can Trust
Dudek has long prioritized pilot safety, and the V-King continues this tradition. Extensive testing and premium material choices provide both passive and active safety. From launch to landing, every component is designed to give pilots confidence in their equipment.
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Durable Canopy Material: Withstands wear and tear from repeated use.
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Stable Wing Profile: Minimizes sudden collapses or unexpected reactions.
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Reinforced Leading Edge: Reduces deformation risk during turbulence.
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Optimized Brake System: Provides precise control without excessive force.
Moreover, the V-King’s certification and adherence to international paragliding standards ensure pilots fly with equipment that meets rigorous safety benchmarks. The combination of design integrity and material quality makes this wing a reliable companion for any flight adventure.
Comfort and Handling Dudek V-King
Long flights demand a wing that supports both performance and comfort. The Dudek V-King is lightweight and ergonomically designed, allowing pilots to enjoy extended flights without fatigue. The canopy reacts smoothly to inputs while maintaining a stable ride, which enhances overall comfort in varying conditions.
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Lightweight Construction: Reduces pilot strain during long-duration flights.
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Responsive Brake System: Delivers effortless adjustments for smooth turns.
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Balanced Weight Distribution: Promotes natural and stable flight posture.
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Quiet Canopy Design: Minimizes turbulence-induced noise for a serene flying experience.
The combination of responsive handling and comfort makes the V-King ideal for pilots seeking a wing that is both exhilarating and manageable.
Dudek V-King Ideal for Cross-Country and Recreational Flying
The Dudek V-King is not just a high-performance wing; it is versatile enough to cater to multiple flying disciplines. Its design supports long-distance cross-country flights while maintaining reliability for recreational gliding. This flexibility allows pilots to enjoy a variety of experiences without compromising performance or safety.
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Cross-Country Ready: Efficient glide and lift characteristics for extended journeys.
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Recreational Friendly: Smooth handling for enjoyable weekend flights.
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Thermal Exploration: Maximizes lift usage in dynamic conditions.
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Adaptable for Multiple Skill Levels: Offers a balance of challenge and security.
By merging versatility with high performance, the V-King accommodates pilots who wish to expand their flying repertoire while retaining confidence in their equipment.
Technical Specifications Dudek V-King
Understanding the technical details of a wing is crucial for selecting the right glider. The Dudek V-King incorporates advanced engineering and premium materials to deliver exceptional results in a variety of conditions.
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Aspect Ratio: High, providing efficient glide and reduced drag.
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Cell Count: Optimized for structural integrity and smooth airflow.
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Material: Lightweight, durable fabrics resistant to UV and wear.
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Lines: Kevlar-reinforced for strength and minimal elongation.
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Pilot Weight Range: Accommodates a broad spectrum of pilot sizes.
These specifications ensure that pilots experience superior performance without compromising safety or comfort. Every element of the V-King is designed to work together seamlessly for maximum efficiency in flight.
Care and Maintenance Dudek V-King
Maintaining your Dudek V-King ensures longevity and consistent performance. Regular care preserves the wing’s aerodynamic properties and keeps the materials in optimal condition.
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Pre-Flight Inspection: Check lines, risers, and canopy for damage.
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Post-Flight Cleaning: Remove dirt, sand, and moisture promptly.
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Proper Storage: Keep in a dry, shaded area to prevent UV degradation.
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Line Care: Avoid excessive tension or twisting to prolong lifespan.
By following these simple practices, pilots can enjoy peak performance and safety from their V-King for many years. Dudek’s focus on material quality and construction robustness makes maintenance straightforward and effective.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What skill level is the Dudek V-King suitable for?
A: The V-King is designed for intermediate to advanced pilots but remains accessible to those progressing from EN B wings who want higher performance.
Q: Can the V-King handle turbulent air?
A: Yes. Its stable wing profile and reinforced leading edge provide excellent control and minimize unwanted collapses.
Q: Is it suitable for cross-country flying?
A: Absolutely. Its optimized glide, high aspect ratio, and thermal efficiency make it ideal for long-distance journeys.
Q: How durable is the canopy material?
A: The V-King uses premium lightweight fabrics with excellent wear resistance and UV protection, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Q: Does it require special maintenance?
A: Routine inspection, cleaning, and proper storage are sufficient to maintain performance and extend lifespan.
Why Choose Dudek V-King
The Dudek V-King is more than just a glider; it is a gateway to new experiences in the sky. Pilots appreciate its responsive handling, safety features, and cross-country capabilities. Whether seeking thrilling performance or reliable recreational flying, the V-King delivers a premium paragliding experience.
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Proven Brand Reputation: Dudek’s decades of experience ensure trusted quality.
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Balanced Performance and Safety: Provides agility without sacrificing pilot confidence.
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Versatile Use: Perfect for both cross-country adventures and local recreational flights.
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User-Centric Design: Combines ergonomics, comfort, and intuitive handling.
Every detail of the V-King reflects careful engineering, from canopy materials to aerodynamic design. Choosing this wing means embracing performance, safety, and enjoyment without compromise.
Dudek V-King Conclusion
For pilots who demand excellence, the Dudek V-King stands as a top-tier choice. Its combination of aerodynamic efficiency, responsive handling, robust safety, and comfort makes it a standout option for cross-country journeys, thermal exploration, and recreational flying. Dudek’s commitment to quality ensures that every flight is predictable, enjoyable, and safe.
Elevate your paragliding experience with the Dudek V-King, a wing that empowers pilots to explore the skies with confidence, skill, and freedom. Whether you are advancing your cross-country capabilities or seeking a reliable glider for weekend flights, the V-King offers everything a modern pilot could desire: innovation, safety, and performance seamlessly integrated into one exceptional wing.
Highlighted Product Features at a Glance:
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Optimized aerodynamic design for high glide performance
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High aspect ratio for efficiency in cross-country flying
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Robust materials for durability and UV resistance
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Reinforced leading edge for stability in turbulent air
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Lightweight and ergonomic for long-duration comfort
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Precise brake and steering response for intuitive handling
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Suitable for intermediate to advanced pilots
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Easy maintenance for long-term performance
Design and purpose
Simple preparation for launch, easy, pleasant take-off and flight at a relatively low trim speed mean that flying becomes accessible to everyone, and learning it is pure pleasure.
The main advantage of the V-King is its compactness, still allowing for decent performance and pleasant handling. It is perfect to take it on a long journey, because it does not take up much space in your luggage (precious thing in air travels).
V-King is the perfect complement to the suitcase paramotors, recently appearing on the market.
See movieV-King belongs to the single-surface canopy class. There is fundamental difference between classic double skin and modern single skin canopies. All the launch, landing and steering techniques look a bit different. If you are an established paraglider pilot, you shouldn’t have any problems with adapting to the wealth of new possibilities brought to you by the V-King. However, this doesn’t work both ways: if you started your paragliding experience with the single-skin gliders, be aware that you are not qualified to safely fly standard double-surface canopies.
Genesis
The idea of creating a hybrid of the classic and single-skin paraglider was born as early as 1999, as a light alternative to the traction kite used in his treks by the well-known traveler and conqueror of both poles – Marek Kamiński. Due to the technical capabilities of the time and no demand for this type of construction, the project was suspended. At the beginning of 2014 however, the topic returned while working on a prototype of a paraglider RC model (two meter wingspan), powered by an electric drive – the S-lite. We focused on limiting the number of lines and in order to make it possible, our designer Piotr Dudek used V-supports for the first time in this type of construction.
The model and its performance proved so promising that at the end of 2016, the “V-King” project was launched. By using the appropriate number of cells, and a combination of V-supports as well as suspension fins, the minimum number of lines has been maintained under a relatively high wing load. We have devoted a lot of attention to securing an optimal canopy shape. The self-filling, closed tube on the leading edge effectively stiffens it, which is especially important in designs featuring small number of cells. Central tunnels running along the chord play a similar role.
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Due to the unsheathed lines, we have reduced the weight and volume of the V-king when packed. It also has a positive effect on the speed of the wing.
The unusually long history of this wing and its development brought about revolutionary results. Compactness, very low weight, versatility and flying characteristics offer the pilots a lot of fun.
In the meantime, V-King became the prototype of the lightest paraglider in the world – Run&Fly.
See movieV-KING SCHOOL
During testing of subsequent prototypes, V-King aroused interest of instructors and school owners. The ease of launching results in quick and efficient mastering proper skills by the trainees. At a specific request of flying schools, we are currently preparing a dedicated ES version made of more durable, sheathed lines and thicker fabric.
CERTIFICATION
The V-king has passed loading and flight tests, resulting in an EN-B certificate for all sizes. An ULM approval (DGAC) are completed too.
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TECHNICAL DATA Dudek V-King
| Size | 16 | 18 | 20 | 23 |
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| Number of cellsl | 37 | 37 | 37 | 37 |
| Wing area flat [m2] | 16.00 | 18.00 | 20.50 | 23.50 |
| Wing area projected [m2] | 13.75 | 15.46 | 17.61 | 20.19 |
| Wingspan flat [m] | 8.76 | 9.29 | 9.92 | 10.62 |
| Wingspan projected [m] | 7.02 | 7.44 | 7.94 | 8.51 |
| Aspect ratio flat | 4.80 | |||
| Aspect ratio projected | 3.58 | |||
| Sink rate [m/s] | min = 1.2 (+/- 0.1 m/s) | |||
| Speed* [km/h] | min = 35 ; max = 42 (+/-2 km/h)* | |||
| Lines + risers length [m]] | 5.35 | 5.67 | 6.05 | 6.48 |
| Total lines length [m] | 285.64 | 303.63 | 324.76 | 348.48 |
| Total take-off weight PG** [kg] | 50-74** | 60-85** | 80-100** | 100-130** |
| Total take-off weight – PPG*** [kg] | 50-105*** | 60-120*** | 80-135*** | 100-155*** |
| Maximum symmetric control travel at maximum weight in flight [cm] | 55 | 60 | 65 | 65 |
| Distance betwen risers [cm] | 40 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
| Canopy weight [kg] | 1.96 | 2.12 | 2.32 | 2.54 |
| Lines | A-8000U: 050; 070; 090; 130; 190; 230 / Technora: 190 | |||
| Cloth | Porcher 27 g/m2, Porcher Hard 32 & 27 g/m2 | |||
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* Speeds are given as estimated for the middle wing size and the middle of its weight range. These speeds can vary within +/- 2 km/h depending on the size, take-off weight and additional factors such as air pressure and temperature.
** The basic rule is to choose the size of the wing so that the take-off weight is in the middle of the weight range. Less weight on the wing (lower range take-off weight) can be considered for foot take-off, when flying in calmerconditions, or when we want to improve economy. More experienced pilots who want to fly dynamically, have higher speed and fly in more demanding wind conditions can consider greater wing loading (take-off weight in the upper range). This is a common option among trike users.
*** Note – the canopy significantly changes its behavior with increasing wing loading. The greater the loads, the greater skill and concentration of the pilot are required.
* Prędkości podane są szacunkowo dla środkowego rozmiaru skrzydła i środka jego zakresu wagowego. Prędkości te mogą się zmieniać w granicach +/- 2 km/h w zależności od rozmiaru, masy startowej i dodatkowych czynników takich jak ciśnienie i temperatura powietrza.
** Podstawową zasadą jest taki dobór rozmiaru skrzydła, by masa startowa znajdowała się w środku zakresu wagowego. Mniejsze dociążenie skrzydła (masa startowa w dolnym zakresie) można rozważyć przy starcie nożnym, latając w spokojniejszych warunkach, gdy zależy nam na poprawie ekonomii. Większe dociążenie skrzydła (masa startowa w górnym zakresie) mogą rozważać doświadczeni piloci, którym zależy na dynamice latania, większej prędkości i latających w bardziej wymagających warunkach wietrznych. Jest częściej spotykane wśród użytkowników wózków.
*** Uwaga – skrzydło zmienia znacznie swe zachowania wraz ze wzrostem obciążenia. Największe obciążenia wymagają największych umiejętności i najwyższej koncentracji ze strony pilota.
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