GR8 BLNDR QUAD v3 2026-02-25
We have moved on to testing the next version of the GR8-613BW design, which is version 3.
It features a slight increase in rake, and a narrower more high-aspect ratio profile. If you look closely at the photo you can see the difference between the v3 and the v2 versions. The v2 version is in the background.
So far the testing has shown that this new version is both faster and more responsive, both of which are expected with the changes made to the shape. The profile is still the same BLENDED-WING as before.
In the process, we have also come up with a name for this style of quad as it is not your typical quad set. With call this the BLNDR QUAD, as it does a good job of blending the differences between a normal quad and a twin fin. The testers agree the name does a good job of describing how the fins feel and work.
It appears that this version 3 template will be the one that we proceed with. Once we have gathered more testing data, we will finalize the design. Our objective is to implement this design in production as soon as possible after the testing phase has concluded. This new version has also been tested as a twin fin with a smaller trailer, it works really well as a twin with lots of speed and drive.
