The glider your customers have been asking for.
The Sport 3 Race isn’t just an upgrade — it’s the evolution of our most successful intermediate-to-advanced glider, refined for pilots who want to compete, push their limits, and fly with confidence.
Built on the proven Sport 3 platform that’s dominated flight parks and competitions worldwide, the Race variant takes everything pilots love about the Sport 3 and sharpens it for performance.
What Makes the Sport 3 Race Special
Performance Upgrades That Matter
Every change on the Sport 3 Race has a purpose: go faster, fly cleaner, handle better.
Slipstream Downtubes
We’ve swapped the standard Litestream downtubes for Slipstream downtubes — the same premium tubes we use on the T3. They’re stronger, stiffer, and cut through the air with noticeably less drag. Your customers will feel the difference on every glide.
UVODL 4.5 Sailcloth
The top sail is constructed from UVODL 4.5 — premium laminated sailcloth that holds its shape, resists stretch, and maintains performance over hundreds of hours. Dacron reinforcement on the trailing edge eliminates flutter at high speeds and adds a beautiful finish to the colour scheme.
Carbon/Kevlar Leading Edge Inserts
Lightweight. Strong. Carbon/Kevlar inserts increase stiffness for enhanced performance at racing speeds.
Optimized Rigging
- Sprogs lowered to 10 degrees (from 12°) for a cleaner angle of attack
- Luff-lines lowered using extended pigtails for improved reflex behaviour
- Top side wires lengthened by 0.7cm to deliver full sail tension with VG engaged
The result? A glider that flies tighter, faster, and more predictably across the speed range.
DHV Certification — World-Class Standards
We’re not cutting corners. The Sport 3 Race has undergone full DHV certification through the Deutscher Hängegleiterverband in Germany — the gold standard in hang glider safety and performance testing.
What DHV certification includes:
- Structural load testing using truck-mounted test rigs at speeds exceeding 100 km/h
- Pitch stability testing through controlled angle of attack variations
- Real-world flight testing by certified test pilots evaluating handling, responsiveness, and roll rate in mountain conditions
DHV maintains a team of engineers and test pilots, purpose-built hangars, and access to military airfields for controlled testing. When your customers see that DHV stamp, they know they’re flying a glider that’s been put through the most rigorous certification process in the industry.
We’re expecting final certification completion in the coming days, and we’ll keep you posted as soon as it’s official.
Sport 3 Race definition
Airframe configuration
| Name / Feature | Sport 3 | Sport 3 Option | Sport 3 Race | Sport 3 Race Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7075 T6 Series Aluminium airframe | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Stinger stand | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Carbon fiber raked tips for improved low-speed | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Carbon/Kevlar Leading Edge Inserts | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Bearing tips | ✓ |
Sail configuration
| Name / Feature | Sport 3 | Sport 3 Option | Sport 3 Race | Sport 3 Race Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom surface: optional window | ✓ | |||
| Bottom Surface: ~125g/m² UVP2LXB-1 laminate | ✓ | |||
| Top surface UVODL4.5 | ✓ | |||
| Sport 3 Race branding leading edge / uprights | ✓ | |||
| Top Surface: ~165g/m² UVPXB05 laminate | ✓ | |||
| Custom colours | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Coloured batten pockets | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Leading Edge: ~185g/m² UVPXW10 laminate | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Woosh ‘W’ bottom surface pattern | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Sizes available: 135, 155, 170 | ✓ | ✓ |
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Glider Specifications
Price
US $8,490 vs US $6,900 for the Sport 3
Available Sizes
The Sport 3 Race is available in three sizes to fit a wide range of pilot weights:
- Sport 3 Race 135
- Sport 3 Race 155
- Sport 3 Race 170
Each size maintains the same performance characteristics and upgrade package, ensuring consistent handling across the range.
Lead Time
6 weeks, although we are expecting a rush before the El Penon Classic, so don’t delay
Custom Colours
Full custom colour schemes available — let your customers fly something unique
What's Included
- Full Sport 3 Race glider with all performance upgrades
- Comprehensive and updated flight manual
- DHV certification documentation (upon completion)
How to Order
Get in touch with us directly to place orders for your customers:
Email: info@willswing.org
We’re working with limited initial production capacity, so early orders will be prioritized for delivery as soon as certification is finalized.
Who Should Fly the Sport 3 Race?
The sweet spot pilot:
- Transitioning from intermediate to advanced flying, but wanting to retain the forgiving handling and landing characteristics of the Sport 3
- Wanting to excel in Sports class competition
- Weekend XC pilots looking for an edge
- Flight park regulars who want more performance without the complexity of a full race glider
The Sport 3 Race sits perfectly between the standard Sport 3 and the T3. It’s accessible enough for strong intermediate pilots, but competitive enough to hold its own at regional and national events.
Sports Class Competition
The Sport 3 Race is purpose-built for sports class competition — the fastest-growing segment in competitive hang gliding. Sports class offers pilots a more accessible entry point into racing, with gliders that reward skill over equipment arms races.
The Bottom Line
The Sport 3 Race is the glider that bridges the gap. It’s for pilots who want more performance than their Falcon or Sport 3, but aren’t ready to commit to a T3. It’s for competitors who want to focus on optimising their performance, but want the forgiving characteristics of all Sport 3s. And it’s for XC enthusiasts who want every advantage on those big days.
Your customers have been asking for this. Now it’s here.
Let’s get them flying a Sport 3 Race.
Questions about specifications, custom builds, or dealer terms? Reach out — we’re here to help.
