The VORTEX is a similar development to the CODEX, with the biggest difference being the B-handle control. The VORTEX offers a more direct and firm feel, providing better support for long flights. You can comfortably rest your arms on the B-handles without reducing speed or performance.

On most paragliders, accelerating while pulling the B-handles increases the angle of attack at the wingtips, which reduces performance. The CODEX is unique in that you can pull the B-handles with minimal pressure and no performance loss. In contrast, the VORTEX provides more precise feedback—you feel the wingtips more directly, and small steering inputs result in significant heading changes.

New pilots transitioning to two-liners often prefer lower B-handle pressure, while experienced pilots tend to appreciate a bit more resistance, similar to CCC gliders. The VORTEX strikes a balance, offering easy handling with moderate B-handle pressure.

Another key difference: the VORTEX does not have a stabilo line running down to the riser. This improves roll stability and reduces drag.

Both the CODEX and VORTEX are lightweight, but if you're looking for the lightest two-liner—go for the VORTEX!

The EN-C certification and pilot requirements remain unchanged.

Yes, you can!

All required certification collapses were initiated using folding lines. These lines add an extra level in front of the A-risers and are not under tension during flight. They are only pulled down when initiating a collapse, similar to how A-risers are used on traditional paragliders.

Folding lines are necessary for inducing collapses on most two-liners. This is especially true for frontal collapses, as pulling the A-lines often just accelerates the glider instead of causing a collapse. However, aside from certification testing and safety training (where folding line collapses are generally safer than real collapses), these lines serve no purpose.

The VORTEX does not have attachment loops for folding lines. Instead, we recommend alternative maneuvers for SIV training. For example:

• Deep stalls can lead to cravats, allowing you to practice handling them.
• Dynamic pitch recovery creates opportunities for collapses.
• Pitch maneuvers without stopping the glider in front can trigger frontal collapses.
• At full speed, a quick brake input can induce side or frontal collapses.

There’s plenty to learn - even without folding lines!

A two-liner has the advantage of less line drag. Even more important is the so-called B-steering, which is particularly relevant to accelerated flight. With it, you can very directly change the angle of attack of the paraglider and thus compensate for turbulence. Ultimately, this enables faster flying through turbulent air than would be possible with a three-liner.

B-steering means controlling the wing using the Height-Adjustable B-Handles (HAB Handles). As an alternative to control via the brake lines, pitch and direction control can thus be carried out in accelerated flight without deforming the airfoil in a way that reduces performance.

Pull down the B3 lines symmetrically to initiate the B3 stall. Keep pulling down until the outer wings bend backwards markedly and the sink rate increases significantly. The glider remains stable in this flying state until the B3 line is released again. In all our test flights this manoeuvre proved to be simple and forgiving. If applying big ears we recommend accelerating the wing at least 25%.

The height of the carbon handles on the risers can be adjusted to several levels. This allows ergonomic adjustment to upper arm length and harness geometry. To do this, remove both caps from the carbon tube, loosen the screw connection with a hexagonal nut, position the HAB-Handle at the desired height, close the screw connection and replace the caps.