Skyward Chronicles: Latest Reviews in Paragliding Gear

The Advance BIPAX 2 is a well-crafted tandem passenger harness designed primarily for professional tandem pilots, while also appealing to leisure tandem flyers seeking simplicity and robustness. Weighing only 1.85 kg, it stands out as a lightweight option that does not compromise on durability or ease of use. Its compact construction and user-friendly features make it particularly suitable for daily operational use.

The VORTEX paraglider, crafted by NOVA, represents a cutting-edge ultralight EN C / LTF D two-liner design tailored for cross-country (XC) and hike-and-fly pilots seeking a high-performance wing that also balances accessibility and pilot comfort.

Introduction to the RONIN – #bladerunnin

The RONIN by AirDesign represents a cutting-edge ultralight, single-surface paraglider designed specifically for run and fly, hike and fly, expedition, and dynamic mountain flying. Weighing from a remarkably low 1.03 kilograms and packing down to about 5 liters, this wing targets ambitious to expert pilots who prioritize speed, lightness, and durability over beginner accessibility.

Introduction to the Volt 5 – #speedmachine

The Volt 5 – #speedmachine by Air Design is a lightweight, high-performance paraglider categorized as a true EN-C two-liner. Designed primarily for experienced pilots, it targets cross-country flying, hike-and-fly adventures, expeditions, and competition-level flying. The manufacturer highlights that the Volt 5 maintains the accessibility and passive safety hallmark of the Volt series while delivering improved top-speed performance and enhanced lift efficiency over its predecessor, the Volt 4.

The AirDesign SuSi 4 superlight4all is a superlight paraglider designed as a versatile wing suitable for a broad spectrum of pilots and flying styles. It targets hike and fly adventures, expedition pilots, casual flyers, and even those interested in cross country and some competition-oriented performance depending on the wing size and loading. This product is remarkable for its family of wings that cover a wide range of certification categories from EN-A through EN-D by adjusting size and pilot loading, instead of being a fixed-character single model.

The Batis² tandem passenger harness is purpose-built for commercial tandem paragliding operations, prioritized for robustness, ease of handling, and lightweight design, with a compatibility feature for the ICARO Loxia² pilot harness. Its one-size-fits-most approach accommodates passengers from 150 to 190 cm in height, making it particularly practical for tandem operators who manage diverse clientele without the complexity of multiple harness sizes or configurations.

The UP Paragliders KIBO X is a mid-B class EN/LTF B certified paraglider introduced as a 2.5-liner hybrid wing. Its design ambition is to offer pilots transitioning from beginner to intermediate levels a wing that balances enhanced performance and speed with the passive safety and accessibility expected of a B-class glider. Positioned as a reliable choice for pilots stepping toward cross-country flying while retaining comfort and safety, the KIBO X is noteworthy due to its unique 2.5-line construction within the mid-B segment.

The Sitta by ICARO is an ultralight hike & fly paraglider specifically designed to meet the demands of mountaineers, climbers, and leisure pilots seeking a lightweight, compact wing. With a focus on ease of handling, performance, and passive safety on mountain tours, it stands out as ICARO's dedicated “ultralight glider”, optimized for combination with their APUS reversible harness and SQUARE 115 rescue system to form a complete hiking and flying setup.