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Author: BarrySmithLocation: CaliforniaSubject: Re: Reflex Effect on new wing designsPosted: Fri May 08, 2026 21:23 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 9 I had always assumed the word was more used from the reflex shape of a some bows. I believe that definition is not related to the “automatic reaction” definition of reflex to which you are trying to attach it. Anyway, I believe it is a term that has been in use for some time to describe this sort of camber[…]

Author: mmLocation: mexicoSubject: Re: Reflex Effect on new wing designsPosted: Fri May 08, 2026 20:30 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 9 most of the pilot's weight is applied there BECAUSE of the pitching up force, not the other way around. Prevents AoA from reducing further, let alone become negative. Plus it's a highly loaded leading edge, harder to collapse from that alone. The main advantage is not that reflex profiles are less sensitive to AoA changes but that the CoP actually[…]

Author: elduayenSubject: Re: ADVANCE Tau DLS (EN C, 2-Liner)Posted: Fri May 08, 2026 20:25 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 39 willschurman wrote: My understanding is that first deliveries have now arrived the last couple of weeks. Really hoping to hear from those who have flown their Tau, especially if you have flown the Lyght and other high end C's. I have lots of questions but it feels like there is very little buzz on the Internet right now regarding this design.[…]

Author: skynomadLocation: BulgariaSubject: Re: Reflex Effect on new wing designsPosted: Fri May 08, 2026 20:02 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 9 Thank you Mario! The CP forward movement when AoA decreases is what is explain in the article, but does this extra force there have any practical effect for pitching up the glider, providing that most of the pilot weight is also applied there? Perhaps, the main advantage of S-shaped profiles is that "CP movement is less sensitive to changes in[…]

Author: dazdoSubject: Re: SO from SkybeanPosted: Fri May 08, 2026 19:43 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 95 Here is also bonus firmware - made for IGC replay. Good for function or widget tuning. The best results are with original SØ IGC files, as there are filled some extra fields. https://vps.skybean.eu/SO_repo/v0.99_IGC_replay/ [ goto post ]

Author: willschurmanSubject: Re: ADVANCE Tau DLS (EN C, 2-Liner)Posted: Fri May 08, 2026 19:35 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 39 My understanding is that first deliveries have now arrived the last couple of weeks. Really hoping to hear from those who have flown their Tau, especially if you have flown the Lyght and other high end C's. I have lots of questions but it feels like there is very little buzz on the Internet right now regarding this design. [ goto[…]

Author: mmLocation: mexicoSubject: Re: Reflex Effect on new wing designsPosted: Fri May 08, 2026 19:27 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 9 skynomad wrote: A decrease of AoA would create a downward force in the raised tail section, like a car spoiler, which rotates and pitches up the whole profile, restoring the decreased AoA. This is where you're missing info. A down force on the trailing edge would have a hard time trying to stabilize the leading edge over some flimsy fabric.[…]

Author: lucassarraciniLocation: brazilSubject: Re: AirDesign Susi 3Posted: Fri May 08, 2026 17:10 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 3 Thank you so much for your report. I just bought a Susi 3 21 and I was happy to read your post. I'm eagerly awaiting its arrival to test it. I will be flying with approximately 86 kg in class C and I believe it will be very cool and fun. Currently I have a Volt5 for hike & fly and cross-country flights,[…]