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Wills Wing Z5 Harness
With the Z5, all the upgrades that others sell as extra
cost options are integrated into the design at no extra cost. We pioneered the
low profile front entry pod harness over 17 years ago, and we've been improving
it ever since.
Structure
The Z5 is a suspension style harness, meaning that it has no rigid frame structure,
but is supported via a series of suspension lines that route from inside the
harness and up through the carabiner. The harness has three anodized aluminum
spreader bars built in to the harness to relieve lateral compression forces
as well as providing attachment points for the suspension lines. All major structural
points on the harness are assembled and sewn using methods similar to the construction
of skydiving harnesses. The result is a flexible and comfortable harness that
folds compactly, is easy to repair, and its simple design allows for easy maintenance
and safety inspection.
Materials
The standard exterior of the Z5 is constructed of 600-denier polyester cloth.
This cloth allows for exceptional abrasion durability, high tear strength, and
excellent UV resistance. The interior cloth is 400 denier Antron. Antron is
strong, durable, and has a smooth, non-abrasive finish. Sandwiched between these
two cloth layers is a layer of ¼" thick Volara foam. This high-density foam
increases the long-term comfort of the harness and resists compaction. The harness
features two Click-Lock buckles across the chest. These buckles feature an anodized
aluminum body and stainless hardware. Top quality YKK zippers are used throughout the harness.
Safety
The Z5 harness has an outstanding safety record. The Z5 harness in the side-mount
reserve parachute configuration was DHV tested and certified to 150 KG. The
chest mount configuration of the harness is not DHV certified, though the construction
of the harness, other than the reserve configuration, is identical. The Z5 is
not intended for aerobatic use.
Storage
The Z5 was designed to accommodate a wide range of pilot needs. It features
two large and expandable side pockets each of which features a large rear compartment
and a smaller front one that is accessible in flight. The left side front pocket
contains an integral bungee retainer that can be used to secure a camera, radio,
or GPS. The larger portions of the side pockets feature external cinch straps
that can be used to flatten the pocket when not in use, or to assist in securing
larger items such as oxygen canisters or water bottles.
There is a zippered compartment built into the base of the front mounted chute
container that allows for quick access to gloves, snacks, or even a small camera
or back-up radio.
The internal back storage compartment runs almost the full length of the harness.
It can accessed from both the inside and the outside the harness. It features
an internal expansion baffle that allows the back storage area to be extended
outwards, converting the harness from a compact, casual soaring configuration
to high storage capacity XC configuation by using a single zipper.
Adjustability
The Z5 offers a wide range of adjustments to optimize pilot comfort. Both the
legs straps and shoulder straps are adjustable and once adjusted will not loosen
or otherwise go out of adjustment while flying. A foam sizing block is provided
with the harness and can be removed as the harness shrinks over time. Pitch
adjustment is provided and is simple to operate and secure while in flight.
Included Options And Features
You have a choice of four stock body colors, all in 600
denier polyester: black, royal blue, red and silver. These can be combined with
your choice of any available wedge color, or split the wedge with two colors (see
Z5 harness color selector). Custom body
colors, including a split body color combination, are available as an extra cost
option. Please see the harness order form
and the Ordering and Sizing Guide
for more information on color choices and options.
Both the top and bottom entry zippers are secured with Velcro and user replaceable.
The bottom zipper features an emergency egress handle that can be used to assist
the pilot in the event of a zipper failure. The boot skid abrasion protector is
also user replaceable. The Z5 comes standard with a hook knife pouch and a
zipper-attached, removable radio pouch. The radio pouch is designed
to fit the majority of compact handheld radios on the market today. Because it's
removable it can be left on the radio at all times allowing ready use both on
and off the harness.
Every Z5 comes with the quality of construction and attention
to detail that is the hallmark of all Wills Wing products. We support our products
and our customers, and we guarantee your satisfaction.
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Pilot Comment:
Jared Wolney
4/15/2004
Thank you very much! I love dealing with Wills Wing because your company is the very best. You have the best product with impeccable service and your dealers are awesome. Thanks again!
Jared

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| Specification |
Z5 |
| Sugg. Retail |
$1050.00 |
Key to Specifications
Note: Retail prices listed are Wills Wing's suggested retail prices not including packaging for shipment from the factory, freight costs to the destination, import and local taxes, and dealer preparation and delivery charges. For safety reasons, any products shown that require any particular expertise to install or use safely must be purchased through, and personally delivered to the end user by an authorized Wills Wing Dealer. Retail prices listed for gliders are applicable to gliders selected for purchase from the web site inventory glider list. For any glider not selected from the inventory list, at a minimum, a charge of $150 for customer selection of colors will apply, (except for the T2C where customer color choice is included in the price), in addition to any applicable upgrade charges for extra cost options selected. Inventory gliders are created in the process of balancing sail cloth inventory and selling used demo gliders or gliders resulting from cancelled orders. Inventory gliders may not always be available in all models and sizes.
Note: Wills Wing authorized dealers are independent business entities, are not employees or agents of Wills Wing, do not directly represent Wills Wing, and are not authorized to enter into contracts, agreements, or commitments on behalf of Wills Wing. Although Wills Wing safety policies require that certain items be purchased from an authorized Wills Wing dealer, those policies do not require that an order be placed with any specific Wills Wing dealer, and any such order that is placed with a Wills Wing dealer is considered by Wills Wing to be an agreement entirely between the dealer and the customer. Although Wills Wing policies state certain expectations of authorized dealers, Wills Wing does not evaluate dealers with respect to either their ability to meet or the degree to which they customarily meet such expectations. Customers are encouraged to conduct all appropriate due diligence in evaluating any authorized Wills Wing dealer with whom they plan to do business.
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| Large expandable double compartment side pockets |
| Front mounted shoulder adjustment |
| Double layer padded shoulder straps |
| Better coverage/seal at rear of neck ("Headgasket" built in) |
| Both front and side mounted parachutes deployable with either hand |
| Available with chest or side mounted parachute container |
| 600 Denier polyester outer layer |
| Custom sizing available on request |
| Harness bag |
| 10,000 pound Stubai steel carabiner |
| Sheath for hook knife |
| In-flight angle of attack adjustment cleat |
| Three integral spreader bars |
| Front mount parachute container has internal adjustable size baffle |
| Velcro retained entry zipper (for emergency exit and easy replacement) |
| High density, ultra durable, Volara closed cell foam insulation |
| Replaceable boot scuff protector |
| Adjustable shoulder straps with high density foam padding |
| Full length Antron™ cloth interior lining |
| Full length rear storage accessible from inside or outside with full length zippers |
| Padded, adjustable leg loops |
| E-Z open and close zipper system |
| Tow loops for both air and truck tow |
| Hatchback–integral large volume expandable back storage container |
| New 2-piece entry zipper and bomb-bay doors make it easier to walk in and rock up for landing |
| Wider harness cut for reduced lateral pressure |
| New stronger spreader bar design |
| New rigging configuration reduces drag, improves comfort |
| Removable radio pouch offers in-flight access to controls. |
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Some options may be incompatible with others. See your Wills Wing dealer for details.
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