The NOVA XENON is a purebred racing paraglider: an ultralight EN/LTF D two-liner focused on speed, glide and reliability for serious XC and hike & fly competitors. With a flat aspect ratio of 6.7, 65 cells and a weight from just 3.15 kg (size 17), it is designed to deliver maximum performance in real-world competition terrain rather than only in calm test conditions.
Racing spirit with real-world safety
The XENON was created for demanding hike & fly races and ambitious XC days, where pilots must launch in tight spots, fly for hours in changing air and land precisely in rough terrain. NOVA’s development team focused on a combination of high speed, excellent glide and outstanding pitch and collapse stability so that performance remains accessible and controllable, even in accelerated flight.
Ultralight construction, durable concept
Despite its low weight, the XENON avoids the typical compromises of extreme lightweight wings. A clever material mix combines robust Dominico 20D on the nose with Skytex 27 C2 and Dominico 10D on the remaining surfaces. Internally, Skytex 27 Hard with additional reinforcements ensures long-term profile stability. The result is a wing that packs small, climbs efficiently on foot approaches, yet withstands intensive use in competition and XC environments.
Nitinol rods and refined aerodynamics
Throughout the upper surface, Nitinol rods replace conventional nylon reinforcements. This shape-memory alloy is kink-resistant and maintains the designed airfoil even after compact packing. Combined with NOVA’s Triple 3D-Shaping and optimised ballooning, the profile remains smooth at all speeds. Cell openings and internal pressure distribution are tuned for accelerated flight, giving the XENON its notable glide at high speed and resistance to deformation and collapse.
Efficient risers and B-control
The riser system abandons ultralight “shoelaces” in favour of 8 mm Kevlar webbing. The gain of roughly 30 g per pair is compensated by significantly higher length stability, cleaner line sorting and better trim consistency over time. Height-Adjustable B-Handles (HAB-Handles) can be set in six positions to match pilot size and harness geometry, enabling precise B-steering in accelerated flight. A moveable pulley on the B3 main line helps maintain optimal wing twist while using the B-handles, turning the XENON into a highly effective racing tool on bar.
Pilot target group and sizing
With its aspect ratio and D certification, the XENON is aimed at experienced XC and hike & fly pilots, including those stepping into the two-liner class for the first time. NOVA recommends solid experience with wings of at least 6.0 aspect ratio. Certified take-off weights range from 65–80 kg (size 17) through 95–115 kg (size 22), covering typical competition and bivouac setups with light harnesses and gear.
Race-proven in X-Alps environments
The XENON has already proven itself in high-profile race environments such as the Red Bull X-Alps, where pilots face extreme combinations of long flights, strong conditions and steep hike sections. Feedback highlights its competitive performance and unusually high safety margin for this class, especially when fully accelerated in rough air.
Colours, service and how to order
The wing is available in several striking colour schemes (including Blue, Lime and Red) and benefits from NOVA’s extended service concept, which includes trim tuning and full service options to maintain performance and safety over time. To explore full technical data, material tables, size charts, race stories and media, visit the manufacturer's website. For personalised advice, pricing and to order your complete XENON setup, including compatible lightweight harnesses and reserves, contact Paragliding4.me and configure a package tailored to your weight range, goals and race calendar.