It has an unusual bowsprit designed to crumple during a crash landing, preventing damage to the glider structure.
The wing is covered in Dacron sailcloth and has a Mylar leading edge.
Unlike many hang glider designs, the Astir comes in one size only with a wide hook-in weight range of 60 to 115 kg (132 to 254 lb).
The Astir is certified by DHV as a class 2 glider.
[1] Data from Bertrand and Bautek[1][2]General characteristics Performance