A true life adventure
We continue to offer a rich piloting experience to those who share our vision, always with the NIVIUK spirit. Share the unique adventure of flying with your passenger in a tandem flight. We know that fancy words or long lists of numbers don´t matter, that any argument we make regarding our wings will be secondary to your own experience and thoroughness. We hope that our high level of standards live up to your demands. The TAKOO 2 has been developed during 3 years on during which our aspirations to improve have been matched with reality.

Delight the senses, to heighten awareness
Since the release of the first Takoo, we have understood that the first requirement of tandem pilots is to have an easy wing, to ensure that the pilot would not have to make an extra effort on takeoff, that once airborne the pilot would feel good and in control of the flight, and that on landing the wing would stop where and when the pilot wanted. The qualities of the first Takoo were the ease of inflation, the performance in the air and the simplicity of landing. With the TAKOO 2 we have not lost those qualities but we have actually improved them to create an easier and more efficient glider. Thanks to the highly qualified R&D team, the Niviuk philosphy to provide continuous improvements and the contribution of many tandem Niviuk pilots, we are now able to bring together for the TAKOO 2 what we have learnt from other wings – from our school wings to the high-performance competition wings

The reality comes from within
The size of the wing is the same – 42 and 39 meters – but inside there are changes: improvements designed to make your work easier and more enjoyable. More attachment points improve the loading and pressure of the wing. A slightly more pronounced arch gives the profile more stability in turbulence. We incorporated our SLE system (Structured Leading Edge) which results in having a very light leading edge, ease of inflation and minimal deformity during all possible incidents. The trailing edge is reinforced with the STE (Structured Trailing Edge) with a clean air flow and, more efficiency in turns, while maintaining an excellent sink rate with a superior turn speed. The handling has been improved and it’s now much softer.

The line plan has been carefully developed to minimise total line distance, now reduced to 210 lines units and 416 meters. The improved ELS (Ear Lock System) really simplifies and facilitates the application of big ears. These are the factors that make the TAKOO 2 the perfect tool if you want to take your passenger for a cross country flight. With an indestructible leading edge, a more efficient trailing edge, 22% less lines and the guaranteed Niviuk “glisse”, we can only recommend you a set of new batteries for your instruments and wish you a good flight.

TAKOO 2 - Together, experience the true source of pure tandem flight and freedom.

The application of “Ears” provides a method of descending moderately at around -3 to -4 m/s. Applying ears increases the angle of attack of the wing and also the loading of the remaining open surface.

When the ears are applied it must be appreciated that the ground speed will reduce by 3 to 5 km/h and in order to maintain this descent technique, the pilot must continue to physically hold in the ears. This action therefore removes the ability of the pilot to apply active piloting to the wing and the only safe means of direction control available is the use of weight shift. If ears are applied for any considerable length of time, pilot fatigue could also become an issue. During a tandem/dual flight, even the assistance of an active passenger cannot fully alleviate these issues.

Whilst a solo pilot is applying ears, the angle of attack can be reduced and horizontal/forward speed easily increased by use of the speed (bar) system. This is not an option for a tandem/dual pilot and if holding in the ears by conventional methods, access to the trimmers is also obviously restricted.

These problems have been recognised by NIVIUK Gliders and as a result they have developed the EAR LOCK SYSTEM. (ELS).

The Ear Lock System is standard equipment on the TAKOO 39/42. This unique system now provides a simple and effective solution for the tandem/dual pilot when quick descents are required with the use of ears.

ELS enables the pilot to lock and unlock the ears as desired.
ELS gives full control to the pilot with the ears applied.
ELS lets the pilot use the ears as long as necessary with no physical effort at all.
ELS allows the pilot to use the trimmers without concern or restriction.
ELS allows alternative levels of descent settings (big ears, small ears)
ELS locks in the ears and prevents accidental opening.
ELS still allows the conventional application of ears (it is optional)
ELS can easily be uninstalled without affecting the rest of the equipment

Ears (ELS) ON - Simply take the ear line and pull it downward until the knot passes through the ELS (lock system); then move it slightly horizontally forward, locking the knot in the V groove

Ears (ELS) OFF – To Release, pull the ear line down and release the knot from the V groove. Then guide it vertically as it goes upward and back through the ELS (Lock System)

it is better to release the two ears separately.
To perform the ears as a descent manoeuvre in the classic way, take the external A line on both sides, as high as possible and pull them downward and outward. You will see the wingtips fold down. To reopen them, release the lines and they will reopen by without assistance. If this does not happen, brake progressively on one side and then the other. Asymmetric reopening is recommended in order to avoid compromising the angle of attack, particularly flying near the ground or in turbulent conditions