Franz Altmann extensively tested the Rise 5… and he’s talking about our EN-B glider in glowing terms. Extracts.
“The Austrian manufacturer AirDesign is on the rise: With its rebranding, new color combinations, logos and a peppy yet ironic appearance, AirDesign exudes a refreshing lightness like no other manufacturer. It is the successful balancing act between the necessary seriousness and pleasant humor that makes the manufacturer so charming. Nevertheless, it is above all the products that speak for themselves. Designer Stephan Stiegler has renewed models across the range and is firing on all cylinders. The Rise 5 is one of the new releases, which already has its lightweight counterpart in the form of the Soar 2.”
…”The Rise 5 is as agile as it is comfortable – which is a difficult balancing act. It climbs and glides well, handles well and is exceptionally stable. What more could you want?”
Find the full review in Thermik 07/2024, in paper and digital versions
