Dudek Zakospeed / Dudek Zakospeed Mini Wing

Dudek Zakospeed

This is a versatile wing in smooth winds of 25-45km/hr. Trimmed slow its a high wind soaring & strong day thermalling wing. Trimmers off it’s a fast speedflyer.

This wing and its performance, safety & quality is completely proven. Full strength materials – 6g tested to 110kgs.

Zakospeed 16

Three sizes were available, brand new in 2012 $2490

Zakospeed Mini Wing

Dudek Vip

Paraglider circa 1998.

Vip 22
Pilot weight: 45 kg

Vip 24
Wing area: 24.3 sq.m
Pilot weight: 50/80 kg
No. of cells: 48
Wing span: 10.7 m
Aspect ratio: 4.7
Min sink: 1 m/s
Max speed: 46 kph
Price (1998) 1,275 Pounds

Vip 27
Wing area: 27.4 sq.m
Pilot weight: 70/100 kg
No. of cells: 50
Wing span: 11.4 m
Aspect ratio: 4.7
Min sink: 1 m/s
Max speed: 46 kph
Price (1998) 1,375 Pounds

Vip 30
Wing area: 30.4 sq.m
Pilot weight: 90/125 kg
No. of cells: 54
Wing span: 12 m
Aspect ratio: 4.7
Min sink: 1 m/s
Max speed: 46 kph
Price (1998) 1,475 Pounds

Dudek Top

Paraglider circa 1998.

Top 24
Wing area: 23.9 sq.m
Pilot weight: 50/80 kg
No. of cells: 90
Wing span: 11.7 m
Aspect ratio: 5.7
Min sink: 1 m/s
Max speed: 50 kph
Price (1998) 1,375 Pounds

Top 30
Wing area: 30 sq.m
Pilot weight: 90/125 kg
No. of cells: 104
Wing span: 13 m
Aspect ratio: 5.7
Min sink: 1 m/s
Max speed: 50 kph
Price (1998) 1,575 Pounds

Dudek Synthesis

After successful experiments with Action and Reaction models, Piotr Dudek committed to a model that would allow pilots of any level security and efficiency with a simple classic.
The reflex profile has max speed of 61 km/h and trim speeds of 37-49 kph.
It is also suitable for training.

25
Certificate CEN: C
Number of cells: 50
Area: 25 sq.m
Area projected: 21,46 sq.m
Wingspan: 11,29 m
Wingspan projected: 9,01 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,78
Sink rate: trim=1,2-2,2 m/s
Speed: 23 -61 km/h
Chord: 274 cm
Line and riser length: 724 cm
Weight: 5,7 kg
Weight range: 70-90 kg

27
Certificate CEN: C
Number of cells: 50
Area: 27 sq.m
Area projected: 23,17 sq.m
Wingspan: 11,73 m
Wingspan projected: 9,36 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,78
Sink rate: trim=1,2-2,2 m/s
Speed: 23 -61 km/h
Chord: 285 cm
Line and riser length: 753 cm
Weight: 6,7 kg
Weight range: 80-105 kg

29
Certificate CEN: C
Number of cells: 50
Area: 29 sq.m
Area projected: 24,89 sq.m
Wingspan: 12,16 m
Wingspan projected: 9,70 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,78
Sink rate: trim=1,2-2,2 m/s
Speed: 23 -61 km/h
Chord: 295 cm
Line and riser length: 780 cm
Weight: 7,2 kg
Weight range: 95-120 kg

31
Certificate CEN: C
Number of cells: 50
Area: 31 sq.m
Area projected: 26,61 sq.m
Wingspan: 12,57 m
Wingspan projected: 10,03 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,78
Sink rate: trim=1,2-2,2 m/s
Speed: 23 -61 km/h
Chord: 305 cm
Line and riser length: 806 cm
Weight: 7,6 kg
Weight range: 110-135 kg

34
Certificate CEN: C
Number of cells: 50
Area: 34 sq.m
Area projected: 29,18 sq.m
Wingspan: 13,17 m
Wingspan projected: 10,50 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,78
Sink rate: trim=1,2-2,2 m/s
Speed: 23 -61 km/h
Chord: 320 cm
Line and riser length: 845 cm
Weight: 8,2 kg
Weight range: 135-165 kg

Dudek Reaction Paramotor

Based on the same proven reflex-wing concept of the popular PPG wing Action (from Dudek and Paramania), the ReAction is a technically improved and graphically renewed version aimed at advanced pilots. In comparison to its predecessor, the ReAction is a bit faster, inflates easier and has improved wing durability and ease of use. Like its ancestor, the Reaction features a self-stabilizing wing section that, in the case of a decrease in its angle of attack, automatically responds to compensate. “In other words it always stays neutral with regard to its load, so it’s tuck-resistant. The risers now have two suspension points (low and high) to adjust to the pilot’s harness/engine setup, and come with new trimmer buckles and exchangeable trimmer tapes. It has partially closed leading edge with 65 cells, an aspect ratio of 5,43, and top speed is 60 k/h, with 42-46 k/h trim speed, according to Dudek. It is also available in an ‘S’ version, equipped with non-sheathed lines in the upper rigging, and a trike version called “Reaction Cabrio” for a weight range of 150 to 300 kg. For foot-launch flight there are 4 sizes to choose from.

Afnor/CEN Performance

Dudek Reaction

After research ReAction was improved, so to distinguish it from the original, Dudek changed both name and logo of the wing to a Reaction TST.
ReAction TST features our Tip Steering Toggles system, designed to facilitate high speed flying. The risers have been modified and a scheme of split A’s was introduced, so that smooth inflation can be obtained much easier. Previous arrangement sometimes caused the wingtips to shoot up earlier than the centre, but now the margin for pilot error has been considerably widened.
ReAction is an technically improved and graphically renewed version of Action. It is based on the same proven reflex-wing concept. It features a self-stabilising wing section that, in the case of a decrease in its angle of attack, automatically responds to compensate, so it’s tuck-resistant.
In comparison to its predecessor, the ReAction is a bit faster, inflates easier and features a number of changes that improve wing durability and ease of use. The ReAction ‘S’ version is equipped with non-sheathed lines in the upper rigging.
The most significant changes in the Reaction TST are:

  • smoother trailing edge and overall better profile projection.
  • risers have new trimmer buckles and exchangeable trimmer tapes.
  • risers now have two suspension points to choose from (low and high, depending on pilot’s harness/engine setup).
  • the magnetic clips of the brake handles have been improved.
  • internal ribs and suspension points have been strengthened, making the wing even more durable.
  • the suspension line layout has been modified at the central part of the trailing edge.
  • in the ‘S’ version all upper gallery lines are made of non-sheathed Dyneema (overall drag reduction).
  • new set of colour schemes for the wing
    ReAction has passed the AFNOR Performance certificate.
    The ‘S’ version has passed additional strength tests due to the different kind of lines.
    The smallest and biggest ReAction sizes passed the CEN/AFNOR tests, where both qualified as Performance class. The 27 and 29 sizes obtained a double qualification (Standard/Performance).
    On ReActions 25 and 31 the test pilots managed to induce the frontstall with fully closed trims, something very hard to do in normal state of flight and practically impossible to happen on its own. The forced frontstall that occured was much deeper than in normal aerofoil wings, and because of that it opened longer than three seconds. That was the only reason for the Performance rating – in all other manoeuvres our ReAction conformed with the Standard class.
    In open trims configuration Performance rating was caused by the B-stall.

Line material:
Technora 1,2 (or non-sheathed Dyneema Ultimate 0,8 for ‘Sport’ version) & Technora 1,3 & 1,5 & 1,8 & 2,3mm

Wing material:
SkyTex Aquatic 44 g/sq.m (E85A)
SkyTex New 39 g/sq.m soft finish (E38A)
SkyTex New 39 g/sq.m hard finish (E29A)
Mylar Polyester Scrim 180 g/sq.m

ReAction 25
Certificate AFNOR/CEN: Performance
Number of cells: 65
Area: 25,77 sq.m
Area projected: 22,82 sq.m
Wingspan: 11,83 m
Wingspan projected: 9,82 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,43/4,23
Sink rate: 1,1 – 3,1 m/s
Speed: 23 – 60 km/h
Chord: 284 cm
Line and riser length: 748 cm
Weight: 6,8 kg
Weight range: 70-90 kg

ReAction 27
Certificate AFNOR/CEN: Stand./Perform.
Number of cells: 65
Area: 27,81 sq.m
Area projected: 24,63 sq.m
Wingspan: 12,29 m
Wingspan projected: 10,20 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,43/4,23
Sink rate: 1,1 – 3,1 m/s
Speed: 23 – 60 km/h
Chord: 296 cm
Line and riser length: 777 cm
Weight: 7,1 kg
Weight range: 80-105 kg

ReAction 29
Certificate AFNOR/CEN: Stand./Perform.
Number of cells: 65
Area: 29,80 sq.m
Area projected: 26,39 sq.m
Wingspan: 12,72 m
Wingspan projected: 10,56 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,43/4,23
Sink rate: 1,1 – 3,1 m/s
Speed: 23 – 60 km/h
Chord: 308 cm
Line and riser length: 804 cm
Weight: 7,5 kg
Weight range: 95-125 kg

ReAction 31
Certificate AFNOR/CEN: Performance
Number of cells: 65
Area: 31,92 sq.m
Area projected: 28,27 sq.m
Wingspan: 13,17 m
Wingspan projected: 10,93 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,43/4,23
Sink rate: 1,1 – 3,1 m/s
Speed: 23 – 60 km/h
Chord: 320 cm
Line and riser length: 832 cm
Weight: 7,8 kg
Weight range: 105-135 kg

Dudek Plus

Successor to the successful VOX, the Plus is primarily intended for pilots who have undergone initial training and looking for something more capable. PLUS is designed especially for powered flight.

Plus 22
Number of cells: 44
Area: 22 sq.m
Area projected: 19,01 sq.m
Wingspan: 10,59 m
Wingspan projected: 8,46 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,77
Sink rate: trim=1,1-2,0
Speed: 23-48 km/h
Chord: 236 cm
Line and riser length: 678 cm
Weight range: 50-65 kg

Plus 24
Number of cells: 44
Area: 24 sq.m
Area projected: 20,74 sq.m
Wingspan: 11,06 m
Wingspan projected: 8,84 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,77
Sink rate: trim=1,1-2,0
Speed: 23-48 km/h
Chord: 246 cm
Line and riser length: 708 cm
Weight range: 60-80 kg

Plus 26
Certificate EN: B
Number of cells: 44
Area: 26 sq.m
Area projected: 22,47 sq.m
Wingspan: 11,52 m
Wingspan projected: 9,20 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,77
Sink rate: trim=1,1-2,0
Speed: 23-48 km/h
Chord: 257 cm
Line and riser length: 737 cm
Weight: 6,0 kg
Weight range: 75-95 kg

Plus 28
Certificate EN: B
Number of cells: 44
Area: 28 sq.m
Area projected: 24,20 sq.m
Wingspan: 11,95 m
Wingspan projected: 9,55 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,77
Sink rate: trim=1,1-2,0
Speed: 23-48 km/h
Chord: 266 cm
Line and riser length: 765 cm
Weight: 6,3 kg
Weight range: 90-110 kg

Plus 30
Certificate EN: B
Number of cells: 44
Area: 30 sq.m
Area projected: 25,92 sq.m
Wingspan: 12,37 m
Wingspan projected: 9,88 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,77
Sink rate: trim=1,1-2,0
Speed: 23-48 km/h
Chord: 276 cm
Line and riser length: 792 cm
Weight: 6,7 kg
Weight range: 100-125 kg

Plus 32
Number of cells: 44
Area: 32 sq.m
Area projected: 27,65 sq.m
Wingspan: 12,77 m
Wingspan projected: 10,21 m
Aspect ratio (flat/projected): 5,10/3,77
Sink rate: trim=1,1-2,0
Speed: 23-48 km/h
Chord: 285 cm
Line and riser length: 818 cm
Weight range: 115-140 kg