2026 guide · Main canopy · 5 manufacturers · 44+ models

MAIN CANOPY

Documented comparison of 5 manufacturers and 40+ current sport models — Performance Designs, Aerodyne, JYRO, Icarus World, Fluid Wings. Specs, official public prices, wing-loading ranges and segmentation by user profile. Only manufacturer-published data, never inferred.

5
Manufacturers
44
Current models
7
Use segments
2026-05-07
Prices captured
Guide table of contents
  1. Executive summary
  2. Method and limits
  3. Use-segment map
  4. The 5 manufacturers
  5. Cross-manufacturer comparison
  6. Wing loading × user profile
  7. Launch timeline
  8. Decision tree
  9. FAQ
  10. Official sources

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The modern sport-skydiving main canopy market is clearly segmented into five operational families: students, all-round 9-cells for progression, 7-cells utility/wingsuit, non-crossbraced "gateway" performance, and crossbraced/hyper-performance. The segmentation emerges directly from manufacturers’ product pages — Performance Designs, Aerodyne, JYRO, Icarus World and Fluid Wings — not from an editorial ranking.

Three operational conclusions recur in official sources. First: there is no "best canopy" in the absolute — there are missions and categories. Second: manufacturers publish numbers like aspect ratio, glide ratio, sink rate, turn radius and projected area very unevenly; anything unpublished stays "n/a" in this guide. Third: public official prices are not uniform — some brands have full price lists, others only stock or configurators — so they are kept in the captured currency, with an indicative EUR conversion.

Method and documental limits

Primary/official sources only: product pages, official stores, order forms, line trim charts, manuals and official launch posts. Price and availability reference date: 2026-05-07.

  • Sizes in sq ft are reported as-is, without auto-converting to flat or projected area when the manufacturer does not use those terms.
  • When the manufacturer publishes a wing-loading range but not a weight range, the weight range is not "inferred" as official data.
  • When an official site is multi-currency or localised, the currency is kept exactly as captured on the official page.
  • Official qualitative wording ("soft openings", "long recovery arc", "very flat glide") is reported as official qualification, not numerical measure.
  • Indicative EUR: 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR on the reference date, does not replace dealer listings.

THE 5 MANUFACTURERS

For each manufacturer: editorial description, link to the official site, and a comparison table of models. Data follows the methodology declared above.

USA · 14 current models

PERFORMANCE DESIGNS

Performance Designs splits its line into mains and specialty. The modern sport-skydiving range includes Sabre3, Silhouette, Pulse, Spectre, Storm, Stiletto, Katana, Comp Velocity, Valkyrie, plus specialty wings Lightning, CF Storm, Horizon, Navigator and Peregrine. PD is also the brand most likely to publish direct prices, and is often the reference platform around which canopy progression frameworks are built.

Official website
14 models shown
ModelUseCellsSizes (sq ft)WLOfficial priceEUR estimateSource
Performance Designs
CF Storm
CReW · CRW7n/an/aUSD 3,300~ EUR 3,036Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Comp Velocity
CROSSBRACED
First crossbraced9n/an/aUSD 3,570~ EUR 3,284Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Horizon
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/an/aUSD 2,900~ EUR 2,668Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Katana
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 3,250~ EUR 2,990Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Lightning
CReW · CRW9113–253n/an/aOfficial page ↗
Performance Designs
Navigator
Student · AFF · rental9n/an/aUSD 2,600~ EUR 2,392Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Peregrine
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition9n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Performance Designs
Pulse
All-round 9-cell9107–260n/aUSD 2,900~ EUR 2,668Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Sabre3
All-round 9-cell989–230n/aUSD 2,990~ EUR 2,751Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Silhouette
All-round 9-cell9n/an/aUSD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Spectre
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/an/aUSD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Stiletto
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 3,250~ EUR 2,990Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Storm
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/an/aUSD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Valkyrie
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition9n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    CF Storm
    CReW · CRW
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,300
    ~ EUR 3,036
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Competitive CReW / CReW demo. Higher-performance than the Lightning.

    Official specs

    7-cell CReW canopy with Dacron lines, mesh slider, target panels, reinforced stabilizers, tail pocket, retractable bridle.

    Pros

    Modern CRW, higher-performance than Lightning.

    Cons

    Specialist tool.

    Target

    Competitive CReW and very experienced demo jumpers.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs CROSSBRACED
    Comp Velocity
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,570
    ~ EUR 3,284
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance crossbraced. Positioned as learning HP under supervision and as a first crossbraced wing.

    Official specs

    PD positions it for very experienced canopy pilots, first-time crossbraced, camera flyers, supervised HP learning and competition.

    Pros

    A bridge between high-performance and competition use.

    Cons

    Not for unsupervised progression.

    Target

    Serious first crossbraced, canopy-piloting-oriented pilots.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Horizon
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,900
    ~ EUR 2,668
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit-specific canopy. Allows upsizing up to 2 sizes without changing container.

    Official specs

    PD calls it the "first wingsuit-specific canopy"; designed for soft reliable openings with large wingsuits; responsive handling; best-in-class flare; HMA line-set in the store.

    Pros

    Explicit wingsuit solution without changing container.

    Cons

    Mission-specific, less universal than Spectre/Storm.

    Target

    Wingsuiters who want reliable opening and strong flare.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Katana
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,250
    ~ EUR 2,990
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Aggressive fully elliptical 9-cell. Step-up from the Sabre3 without entering crossbraced territory yet.

    Official specs

    All-ZP, HMA lines, highly tapered. Long recovery arc, long snivel, very steep glide, wide speed range, very light front riser pressure, long dynamic flare.

    Pros

    One of the cleanest non-crossbraced step-ups.

    Cons

    Much less forgiving than an all-round 9-cell.

    Target

    Experienced canopy pilots, camera flyers, aggressive progression.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Lightning
    CReW · CRW
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    113–253 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Recreational/competitive CReW and demo. PD’s classic CRW canopy.

    Official specs

    Sizes at least 113–253 sq ft documented officially. Dedicated CF architecture.

    Pros

    Classic, well-supported PD CRW.

    Cons

    Current page shows fewer technical specs than other PD models.

    Target

    Traditional CReW practitioners and demo teams.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Navigator
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,600
    ~ EUR 2,392
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student, novice and demo canopy with extra weight. PD positions it as a progressive training platform.

    Official specs

    Forgiving opening with imperfect body position and flare timing, easy to pack, forgiving construction. Line-set store with Dacron and Microline. PD does not publish AR, glide ratio, sink rate or projected area on the current page.

    Pros

    Error tolerance, training-friendly, broad safety margin.

    Cons

    AR/glide/sink numbers not published; not optimised for fast progression.

    Target

    AFF schools, first canopy flights, rental fleet.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs CROSSBRACED
    Peregrine
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Competition canopy piloting / XRW. Comp-only, the peak of PD’s specialty range.

    Official specs

    Built exclusively for canopy piloting competition, later evolved for XRW. Schuemann wing planform; "contact PD to order".

    Pros

    Peak of the PD specialty range.

    Cons

    Professional tool, not a daily driver.

    Target

    Top-tier competitive pilots and high-end XRW.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Pulse
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    107–260 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,900
    ~ EUR 2,668
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round ram-air 9-cell from novice to experienced; great for first personal canopy and occasional wingsuit.

    Official specs

    Soft on-heading openings with short snivel; very flat glide; short recovery arc; easy flare; low-pack-volume construction with ZP + low-bulk fabric; line-set store with Vectran; line trim charts and order form covering sizes 107–260 sq ft.

    Pros

    Small pack volume, long spots, easy flare.

    Cons

    Built for ease — not aggressive progression.

    Target

    First personal canopy, light jumpers, occasional wingsuit, packers who want simplicity.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Sabre3
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    89–230 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,990
    ~ EUR 2,751
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round ram-air from novice/intermediate to expert at higher wing loadings. One of PD’s broadest use ranges.

    Official specs

    Order form for sizes 89–230; Vectran or HMA line options; removable slider available but "not recommended for terminal deployment"; long recovery arc, progressive front risers, steep glide, strong rear risers, powerful flare, redesigned openings.

    Pros

    One of the widest progression wings in PD’s lineup.

    Cons

    No public WL/AR/glide numerical values.

    Target

    From the first serious sport canopy to aggressive skill-building.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Silhouette
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Low-bulk all-rounder for student-to-experienced jumpers, no-fuss and easy to pack.

    Official specs

    PD describes it as docile, short snivel, flat glide, short recovery arc, low pack volume, easy flare timing. Line-set store with Dacron and Microline. AR/WL numbers not published.

    Pros

    Simplicity, small pack volume, coherent daily driver.

    Cons

    WL/AR not published; less aggressive than other modern 9-cells.

    Target

    Conservative newly licensed jumpers and pilots who want simplicity.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Spectre
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    7-cell all-round, wingsuit, cameraflyer, demo. Iconic and consistent opening.

    Official specs

    Soft openings with long snivel, short recovery arc, flat glide. Line-set store with Dacron and Microline. PD positions it from novice to experienced.

    Pros

    Very well-known and consistent opening, versatile 7-cell.

    Cons

    Less drive than aggressive 9-cells.

    Target

    Daily wingsuiter, cameraflyer, 7-cell all-rounder.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Stiletto
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,250
    ~ EUR 2,990
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Fully elliptical 9-cell for intermediate-to-experienced jumpers. A historic "fun" classic.

    Official specs

    Responsive handling, snappy turns, flat glide, short recovery arc.

    Pros

    Lively handling, historic classic.

    Cons

    Less modern than recent designs; limited published numbers.

    Target

    Experienced jumpers seeking responsive non-crossbraced handling.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs
    Storm
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Sporty 7-cell: 9-cell-like behaviour in a 7-cell. Also wingsuit and casual CReW.

    Official specs

    Steep glide, long recovery arc, powerful flare and soft openings with long snivel. Line-set with Dacron and Microline.

    Pros

    One of the most sporty 7-cells in its tier.

    Cons

    Not a dedicated CRW competition canopy.

    Target

    Jumpers wanting a versatile 7-cell, wingsuit + some CReW.

    Official page ↗
  • Performance Designs CROSSBRACED
    Valkyrie
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance freefall-use canopy, above Comp Velocity, below Peregrine. Hybrid variant with sail ribs.

    Official specs

    All-ZP Valkyrie + Hybrid Valkyrie variant with sail ribs; designed as a freefall-use step-up from Comp Velocity; opening developed as a core criterion; Hybrid roughly half a size larger in pack volume than the all-ZP.

    Pros

    Very high performance while staying freefall-friendly.

    Cons

    Not entry-level HP.

    Target

    Advanced canopy pilots, dedicated cameraflyers, non comp-only pilots.

    Official page ↗
USA · 6 current models

AERODYNE RESEARCH

Aerodyne publishes in its store and on the "Canopies" page a compact yet versatile range: Solo for students, Pilot and Pilot 7 as everyday 9-cell and 7-cell mains, Zulu X as performance 9-cell, the Triathlon family (RW, Hybrid, Comp CRW) for multi-discipline use and Karma as an explicit step toward a more aggressive flight profile. Aerodyne tends to surface stock prices and promotions on its own store.

Official website
6 models shown
ModelUseCellsSizes (sq ft)WLOfficial priceEUR estimateSource
Aerodyne
Karma
First crossbraced993–1491.6–2.2USD 3,095~ EUR 2,847Official page ↗
Aerodyne
Pilot
All-round 9-cell990–250n/aUSD 2,375–3,010~ EUR 2,185–2,769Official page ↗
Aerodyne
Pilot 7
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7117–277n/an/aOfficial page ↗
Aerodyne
Solo
Student · AFF · rental9n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Aerodyne
Triathlon (RW / Hybrid / Comp CRW)
CReW · CRW799–260n/aUSD 2,700~ EUR 2,484Official page ↗
Aerodyne
Zulu X
Gateway performance992–172n/an/aOfficial page ↗
  • Aerodyne
    Karma
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    93–149 sq ft
    WL
    1.6–2.2
    Price
    USD 3,095
    ~ EUR 2,847
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Higher-performance 9-cell as a step into a crossbraced-style flight profile. Dedicated slider standard.

    Official specs

    Sizes 93–149. Parabolic mini-ribs, pyramid straps, no stabilizers, removable & collapsible slider standard. Recommended WL 1.6–2.2.

    Pros

    Very clear step-up toward an aggressive flight profile.

    Cons

    Evolutionary edge-case, not for generic progression.

    Target

    Advanced pilots looking for a stepping stone toward higher-performance wings.

    Price note

    Stock USD 3,095 list, promo USD 2,012–2,476.

    Official page ↗
  • Aerodyne
    Pilot
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    90–250 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,375–3,010
    ~ EUR 2,185–2,769
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round 9-cell main from the first post-training canopy to experienced jumpers. Also RW, VFS, wingsuit, camera, weight belt.

    Official specs

    Sizes 90–250 sq ft. Line options 725 Spectra, 700 Vectran ZLX, 600 Dacron. Optional ZPX/UltraLPV build. AR/glide/sink/turn radius not published.

    Pros

    Reassuring openings, broad use range.

    Cons

    AR/glide/sink/turn radius not published.

    Target

    First personal canopy, all-rounder, non-aggressive cameraflyer, light wingsuit.

    Price note

    Stock USD 2,375–3,010 list; promo prices observed USD 1,781–2,709.

    Official page ↗
  • Aerodyne
    Pilot 7
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    117–277 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    7-cell utility and wingsuit. Aerodyne also positions it for students, young and senior jumpers.

    Official specs

    Sizes 117–277 sq ft. ZP, ZPX and UltraLPV options. Line options 725 Spectra and 700 Vectran ZLX.

    Pros

    Modern 7-cell, low-bulk, very versatile.

    Cons

    No public price visible on the stocklist.

    Target

    Wingsuit, fun jumpers preferring forgiving 7-cells, light student/novice ops.

    Official page ↗
  • Aerodyne
    Solo
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student main canopy with a natural transition to Pilot.

    Official specs

    Strong emphasis on reliability, reinforcements, easy packing and training. Also called out as student main in official materials.

    Pros

    Training and student-to-novice progression.

    Cons

    Public official price not surfaced.

    Target

    Schools, student program, rental fleet.

    Official page ↗
  • Aerodyne
    Triathlon (RW / Hybrid / Comp CRW)
    CReW · CRW
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    99–260 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,700
    ~ EUR 2,484
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Multi-use family: RW, Hybrid, Comp CRW. Versatile across CRW, freefly and big-way.

    Official specs

    Sizes 99–260. CRW variant: mesh slider, non-cascaded A/B center & outboard lines, retractable bridle, tail pocket, target panels.

    Pros

    One of the few truly multi-use/CRW families on the market.

    Cons

    Variant-dependent specs; non-uniform public pricing.

    Target

    CRW jumpers, dropzones, old-school/all-round fun jumpers.

    Price note

    Triathlon Hybrid stock USD 2,700 list, promo USD 2,160. Other variants: no public price captured.

    Official page ↗
  • Aerodyne
    Zulu X
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    92–172 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Performance 9-cell with longer dive and pronounced harness response.

    Official specs

    Sizes 92–172. Better opening staging, intuitive longer dive, integrated harness response, defined agility, more riser feel and lengthened recovery arc.

    Pros

    Clear performance progression.

    Cons

    No public price visible.

    Target

    Advanced pilots wanting more dive and response.

    Official page ↗
NZ · 9 current models

JYRO (NZ AEROSPORTS)

JYRO, an NZ Aerosports brand, exposes a very readable portfolio on its official shop: Air, Helium, Safire 4, Crossfire 3, Kraken Low Bulk, Kraken ZP, JFX 2, Leia, Petra. It is the manufacturer publishing the richest numerical dataset — aspect ratio, glide ratio, fabrics, wing-loading range for most models. The site is multi-currency: the same model can appear in EUR on the EU page and in USD on the stocklist.

Official website
9 models shown
ModelUseCellsSizes (sq ft)WLOfficial priceEUR estimateSource
JYRO
Air
Student · AFF · rental9169–2990.6–1.3USD 2,690~ EUR 2,475Official page ↗
JYRO
Crossfire 3
Gateway performance986–1591.3–2EUR 2,716≡ EUR 2,716Official page ↗
JYRO
Helium
All-round 9-cell9129–2290.8–1.4EUR 2,631≡ EUR 2,631Official page ↗
JYRO
JFX 2
CROSSBRACED
First crossbraced969–1191.6–2.2USD 3,590~ EUR 3,303Official page ↗
JYRO
Kraken Low Bulk
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7119–1891–1.5EUR 2,546≡ EUR 2,546Official page ↗
JYRO
Kraken ZP
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7119–1891–1.5EUR 2,546≡ EUR 2,546Official page ↗
JYRO
Leia
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition2159–992.2–2.8USD 4,190~ EUR 3,855Official page ↗
JYRO
Petra
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition2155–892.5–3USD 4,890~ EUR 4,499Official page ↗
JYRO
Safire 4
All-round 9-cell9109–1891–1.6EUR 2,631≡ EUR 2,631Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Air
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    169–299 sq ft
    WL
    0.6–1.3
    Price
    USD 2,690
    ~ EUR 2,475
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student canopy. One of the most numerically complete student datasheets.

    Official specs

    Sizes 169–299, WL 0.6–1.3, glide ratio 3.0–3.5, AR 2.55, taper 0.8, all-ZP/J²-ZP 30D silicone coated ripstop, Vectran lines, centre-cell vent and new slider design.

    Pros

    One of the richest student datasheets in published numbers.

    Cons

    Projected area and numerical sink not published.

    Target

    AFF, schools, first canopy path.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Crossfire 3
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    86–159 sq ft
    WL
    1.3–2
    Price
    EUR 2,716
    ≡ EUR 2,716
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Fully elliptical 9-cell sport/performance. Excellent step toward more aggressive flight without crossbrace.

    Official specs

    Sizes 86–159, WL 1.3–2.0. At 1.0–1.4 can serve as first/second fully elliptical for confident intermediates. At least 500 jumps on square/semi-elliptical recommended before transition. Longer recovery arc than Crossfire 2.

    Pros

    Reference for progression toward aggressive non-crossbraced flight.

    Cons

    Demands respect and sight-picture retraining.

    Target

    Intermediate/advanced jumpers wanting a real step-up.

    Price note

    EUR 2,716 on EU page; US stocklist observed at USD 3,190.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Helium
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    129–229 sq ft
    WL
    0.8–1.4
    Price
    EUR 2,631
    ≡ EUR 2,631
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Low-bulk all-round canopy. "Big canopy vibes without the bulk".

    Official specs

    Sizes 129–229, WL 0.8–1.4, L-ZP 20D silicone-coated nylon. Based on Safire 3 with larger inlets, optimised crossports and redesigned brake configuration.

    Pros

    Solution for those who want a larger canopy in a smaller container.

    Cons

    Mission focused on low-bulk rather than aggressiveness.

    Target

    Conservative first sport canopies, heavier jumpers, small jumpers wanting more margin.

    Price note

    EUR 2,631 on the EU page; same family observed at USD 3,090 in alternate renders.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO CROSSBRACED
    JFX 2
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    69–119 sq ft
    WL
    1.6–2.2
    Price
    USD 3,590
    ~ EUR 3,303
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    First crossbraced / high-performance all-round.

    Official specs

    Sizes 69–119, WL 1.6–2.2. Minibrid construction with sail ribs in loaded ribs, mini-ribs, Powerband, Vectran 500 standard (optional black Vectran 400). Soft non-scary openings; longer dive than original JFX but shorter than Leia.

    Pros

    One of the most explicitly positioned "first crossbraced" wings.

    Cons

    Still demands a coach and solid 9-cell elliptical foundation.

    Target

    Weekend warrior, team jumper, cameraflyer, supervised first crossbraced.

    Price note

    USD 3,590 US; EU page observed at EUR 2,899.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Kraken Low Bulk
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    119–189 sq ft
    WL
    1–1.5
    Price
    EUR 2,546
    ≡ EUR 2,546
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit-specific low-bulk 7-cell. Pack volume roughly 15% lower than a non-crossbraced 9-cell.

    Official specs

    Sizes 119–189, WL 1.0–1.5. Low AR/ellipticity 7-cell; L-ZP + J-ZP hybrid; emphasis on heading performance, line-twist stability and flare.

    Pros

    One of the best wingsuit-specific datasheets.

    Cons

    Less snappy by definition than a performance 9-cell.

    Target

    Wingsuiters from novice to experienced who want a small pack volume.

    Price note

    EUR 2,546 EU; stocklist also observed at USD 2,690–2,990.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Kraken ZP
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    119–189 sq ft
    WL
    1–1.5
    Price
    EUR 2,546
    ≡ EUR 2,546
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit-specific full-ZP 7-cell. Sturdier than the low-bulk, durability focus.

    Official specs

    Sizes 119–189, WL 1.0–1.5. Full J-ZP. Same Kraken family but more structured; longevity emphasised.

    Pros

    Dedicated wingsuit canopy with higher durability.

    Cons

    Less compressible than the low-bulk.

    Target

    Frequent wingsuiters prioritising longevity and structure.

    Price note

    EUR 2,546 EU; stocklist observed at USD 2,790.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO CROSSBRACED
    Leia
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    21
    Sizes
    59–99 sq ft
    WL
    2.2–2.8
    Price
    USD 4,190
    ~ EUR 3,855
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Hyper-performance everyday swoop canopy. JYRO rules it out for students, low-timers, first crossbraced, wingsuit and CRW.

    Official specs

    Sizes 59–99, WL 2.2–2.8. 21-chamber design, Vectran 400 with FailSmart hybrid lineset mod, soft openings and excellent heading control, very long recovery arc, massive flare.

    Pros

    High-end daily for already-strong pilots.

    Cons

    JYRO explicitly excludes many use categories.

    Target

    Experienced pilots on small heavily-loaded crossbraced wings.

    Price note

    USD 4,190; EU page EUR 3,568.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO CROSSBRACED
    Petra
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    21
    Sizes
    55–89 sq ft
    WL
    2.5–3
    Price
    USD 4,890
    ~ EUR 4,499
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Full-sail competition/XRW canopy.

    Official specs

    Sizes 55–89, WL 2.5–3.0. S-PU sail fabric, RDS + spare lineset standard, firm/brisk terminal openings. Hyper-performance comp-specific.

    Pros

    Pure competition platform.

    Cons

    Not a daily-driver; requires competition curriculum and coaching.

    Target

    Competitive swoopers and extreme XRW.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Safire 4
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    109–189 sq ft
    WL
    1–1.6
    Price
    EUR 2,631
    ≡ EUR 2,631
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round sport canopy. One of the clearest "first true sports wing" definitions among analysed brands.

    Official specs

    Sizes 109–189, WL 1.0–1.6, AR 2.55, glide ratio ~2.8, taper 0.83, J-ZP, mini-ribs, bow-tie bridle, 3D lineset geometry.

    Pros

    Particularly clear "first true sports wing" positioning.

    Cons

    No numerical sink/radius.

    Target

    From post-A license to non-specialist experienced daily-driver.

    Official page ↗
ZA / EU · 8 current models

ICARUS WORLD

Icarus World positions itself as "world leader in sport parachute design and innovation". The current canopies relevant to modern sport include Equinox (student), SFire (all-round 9-cell), Omni (all-purpose 7-cell), ōm (wingsuit-specific), XFire (gateway high-performance), Neos, GT‑R and Rebel (high/hyper-performance). Icarus often shows category prices and stock/custom prices in separate pages.

Official website
8 models shown
ModelUseCellsSizes (sq ft)WLOfficial priceEUR estimateSource
Icarus World
Equinox
Student · AFF · rental9n/a0.5–1.2USD 2,600~ EUR 2,392Official page ↗
Icarus World
GT-R
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition21n/a1.5–2.8USD 4,250~ EUR 3,910Official page ↗
Icarus World
Neos
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 2,630~ EUR 2,420Official page ↗
Icarus World
ōm
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/a1.2–1.7USD 2,950~ EUR 2,714Official page ↗
Icarus World
Omni
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/a0.75–1.5USD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
Icarus World
Rebel
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition9n/a1.5–2.8USD 3,570~ EUR 3,284Official page ↗
Icarus World
SFire
All-round 9-cell9n/a0.75–1.9USD 2,550–2,990~ EUR 2,346–2,751Official page ↗
Icarus World
XFire
Gateway performance9n/a1.4–2.4USD 2,695–3,250~ EUR 2,479–2,990Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    Equinox
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    0.5–1.2
    Price
    USD 2,600
    ~ EUR 2,392
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student / novice / AFF / static line / rental.

    Official specs

    Rectangular 9-cell, Hybrid ZP/LP, fully open nose, Dacron, WL 0.5–1.2.

    Pros

    Crystal-clear student platform.

    Cons

    Training-oriented, not for advanced progression.

    Target

    Dropzones, AFF, rental.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World CROSSBRACED
    GT-R
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    21
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.5–2.8
    Price
    USD 4,250
    ~ EUR 3,910
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Super high performance. Requires 500 jumps on crossbraced at 2.0+ WL.

    Official specs

    Aggressive Schuemann planform, 7 ARC tri cells (21), hybrid ZP with sail ribs and mini-ribs, partially closed nose, Vectran 550 (400 optional), steep trim. WL 1.5–2.8.

    Pros

    Rich technical documentation and very clear positioning.

    Cons

    For very advanced pilots only.

    Target

    Pure high-performance, beyond "first crossbraced".

    Price note

    USD 4,250 in category; custom items observed at USD 4,190.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    Neos
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,630
    ~ EUR 2,420
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance canopy. A fast/responsive package without going extreme comp-only.

    Official specs

    Emphasis on numerical/CFD design, openings, speed, fun piloting, responsiveness and small pack volume. Other numerical specs: not published.

    Pros

    Affordable price for a high-performance wing.

    Cons

    Captured specs less detailed than other Icarus models.

    Target

    Performance pilot wanting a fast/responsive package but not comp-only.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    ōm
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.2–1.7
    Price
    USD 2,950
    ~ EUR 2,714
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit canopy. Icarus calls it the "best canopy for wingsuit" in official copy.

    Official specs

    Semi-elliptical tapered 7-cell, hybrid ZP/Ultralight, open 2+3+2 with partially closed outboard inlets and open central inlet, Vectran. WL 1.2–1.7.

    Pros

    Documented wingsuit-specific canopy.

    Cons

    Less universal than Omni.

    Target

    Wingsuiters wanting soft on-heading openings and ultra-low pack volume.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    Omni
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    0.75–1.5
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-purpose 7-cell.

    Official specs

    Semi-elliptical tapered 7-cell, all ZP, open nose, Vectran. WL 0.75–1.5. Soft on-heading openings, predictable handling, flare and glide superior to many 7-cells.

    Pros

    Very well-defined all-round 7-cell.

    Cons

    Less specialised than pure wingsuit canopies.

    Target

    Intermediate/experienced wanting a 7-cell for "all facets of modern skydiving".

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World CROSSBRACED
    Rebel
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.5–2.8
    Price
    USD 3,570
    ~ EUR 3,284
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Hyper/high-performance canopy "a class above normal high performance cross brace".

    Official specs

    Aggressive Schuemann, 5 ARC tri cells, ZP & ZP LPV, Vectran 550. WL 1.5–2.8. Official requirement: 500 jumps on crossbraced at 2.0+.

    Pros

    Very high performance with a readable category price.

    Cons

    Not a transition canopy.

    Target

    Pilots already seasoned on small heavily-loaded crossbraced.

    Price note

    USD 3,570 in category; custom item observed at USD 4,105.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    SFire
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    0.75–1.9
    Price
    USD 2,550–2,990
    ~ EUR 2,346–2,751
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Beginner/intermediate all-round 9-cell. Modern heir to the Safire 2 in official narrative.

    Official specs

    Elliptical 9-cell, full ZP, open nose, optional Vectran or Spectra. Recommended WL 0.75–1.9.

    Pros

    Broad use and WL range.

    Cons

    Official price varies by stock/area.

    Target

    From freshly A-licensed to very experienced jumpers on an all-round 9-cell.

    Price note

    USD 2,550 in US stock; USD 2,990 in Europe stock.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    XFire
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.4–2.4
    Price
    USD 2,695–3,250
    ~ EUR 2,479–2,990
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance gateway canopy. A bridge between aggressive elliptical and higher tiers.

    Official specs

    9 cells, Schuemann planform, elliptical leading edge, full ZP, partially closed nose, Vectran. WL 1.4–2.4. Shorter recovery arc than traditional crossbraced canopies.

    Pros

    Explicitly declared gateway performance.

    Cons

    Clearly beyond the classic progression wing.

    Target

    Performance pilots wanting a bridge between aggressive elliptical and higher tiers.

    Price note

    Stock USD 2,695–3,250.

    Official page ↗
USA · 7 current models

FLUID WINGS

Fluid Wings publishes Prime, NX2, Gangster, AirWolf2, HK Terminal, HK2, HK3 on its "Skydive wings" page. The page explicitly classifies use level from beginner to expert/competition and warns that the performance chart is a general guide, not an individual recommendation. Public prices are available for half the range; HK competition wings often stay without a visible price.

Official website
7 models shown
ModelUseCellsSizes (sq ft)WLOfficial priceEUR estimateSource
Fluid Wings
AirWolf2
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition767–103n/aUSD 4,395–4,645~ EUR 4,043–4,273Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
Gangster
CROSSBRACED
First crossbraced9n/an/aUSD 3,445~ EUR 3,169Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
HK Terminal
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition27n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Fluid Wings
HK2
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition2760–84n/an/aOfficial page ↗
Fluid Wings
HK3
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition27n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Fluid Wings
NX2
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 3,195~ EUR 2,939Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
Prime
All-round 9-cell9n/an/aUSD 2,945~ EUR 2,709Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    AirWolf2
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    67–103 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 4,395–4,645
    ~ EUR 4,043–4,273
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Expert / competition / everyday high-performance.

    Official specs

    7-cell cross-braced tri-taper. More performant in all flight modes yet still usable as an everyday wing. Steeper than the Wairwolf in the same size. Sizes 67, 71, 75, 79, 84, 90, 96, 103.

    Pros

    Modern high-performance without being comp-only.

    Cons

    Clearly expert-level.

    Target

    Very advanced pilot wanting a high-performance daily driver.

    Price note

    USD 4,395 standard slider; USD 4,545 RDS; USD 4,645 with both; +USD 200 custom colors.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    Gangster
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,445
    ~ EUR 3,169
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    "Your first X-brace wing". Inputs tuned to stay manageable while opening access to crossbraced flight.

    Official specs

    Advanced/Expert level on the wings chart. Explicit first-crossbraced positioning.

    Pros

    Crystal-clear first-crossbraced positioning.

    Cons

    Not for untrained pilots.

    Target

    First crossbraced with proper coaching/experience.

    Price note

    USD 3,445 + USD 200 custom colors.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    HK Terminal
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    27
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Expert / competition / freefall-capable crossbraced comp wing.

    Official specs

    27-cell cross-braced, tri-taper leading edge, mini-ribs trailing edge, optimized inlets, hybrid ZP + sail. Suitable for freefall deployment speeds.

    Pros

    Very high performance concept for freefall deployment.

    Cons

    No public price surfaced.

    Target

    Expert/competition pilots wanting an HK that is terminal-compatible.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    HK2
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    27
    Sizes
    60–84 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Competition skydiving wing.

    Official specs

    Sizes 60 (special approval), 64, 67, 69, 71, 75, 79, 84. FT30 fabric top/bottom/ribs/crossbrace. Main lines 400 lb or 300 lb Vectran.

    Pros

    Clear technical spec for a competition wing.

    Cons

    No public price surfaced.

    Target

    Competition pilots.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    HK3
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    27
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Pure performance competition wing. Maximises speed and distance, not optimised for terminal deployments.

    Official specs

    Pure-performance design; not optimised for terminal deployment.

    Pros

    Uncompromised performance vocation.

    Cons

    Not a freefall daily-driver.

    Target

    Comp pilots maximising speed/run distance.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings
    NX2
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,195
    ~ EUR 2,939
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Intermediate / advanced fun jumper. Best-in-class for fun jumpers.

    Official specs

    Soft/predictable openings, easy to control, intuitive flare, strong harness response.

    Pros

    Aggressive intermediate progression without going extreme.

    Cons

    Sizes/WL not exposed.

    Target

    Fun jumpers already past their first all-round canopy.

    Price note

    USD 3,195 + USD 200 for custom colors.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings
    Prime
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,945
    ~ EUR 2,709
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Beginner / intermediate / advanced fun jumper. Easy and fun to fly.

    Official specs

    Hybrid-construction 9-cell. Strong low pack volume. ZP on top skin/end cells/stabilisers/slider, low-porosity ribs and low-bulk option.

    Pros

    Very clear entry line, strong low-bulk option.

    Cons

    Sizes/WL numbers not exposed.

    Target

    First/second sport canopy, all-round jumper.

    Official page ↗

CROSS-MANUFACTURER COMPARISON

All 40+ models in a single table, filterable by use segment and level, sortable by name, minimum wing loading, minimum size or price. On mobile the table collapses to scrollable cards.

44 models shown
ModelUseCellsSizes (sq ft)WLOfficial priceEUR estimateSource
Icarus World
Equinox
Student · AFF · rental9n/a0.5–1.2USD 2,600~ EUR 2,392Official page ↗
JYRO
Air
Student · AFF · rental9169–2990.6–1.3USD 2,690~ EUR 2,475Official page ↗
Icarus World
SFire
All-round 9-cell9n/a0.75–1.9USD 2,550–2,990~ EUR 2,346–2,751Official page ↗
Icarus World
Omni
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/a0.75–1.5USD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
JYRO
Helium
All-round 9-cell9129–2290.8–1.4EUR 2,631≡ EUR 2,631Official page ↗
JYRO
Safire 4
All-round 9-cell9109–1891–1.6EUR 2,631≡ EUR 2,631Official page ↗
JYRO
Kraken Low Bulk
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7119–1891–1.5EUR 2,546≡ EUR 2,546Official page ↗
JYRO
Kraken ZP
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7119–1891–1.5EUR 2,546≡ EUR 2,546Official page ↗
Icarus World
ōm
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/a1.2–1.7USD 2,950~ EUR 2,714Official page ↗
JYRO
Crossfire 3
Gateway performance986–1591.3–2EUR 2,716≡ EUR 2,716Official page ↗
Icarus World
XFire
Gateway performance9n/a1.4–2.4USD 2,695–3,250~ EUR 2,479–2,990Official page ↗
Icarus World
GT-R
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition21n/a1.5–2.8USD 4,250~ EUR 3,910Official page ↗
Icarus World
Rebel
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition9n/a1.5–2.8USD 3,570~ EUR 3,284Official page ↗
Aerodyne
Karma
First crossbraced993–1491.6–2.2USD 3,095~ EUR 2,847Official page ↗
JYRO
JFX 2
CROSSBRACED
First crossbraced969–1191.6–2.2USD 3,590~ EUR 3,303Official page ↗
JYRO
Leia
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition2159–992.2–2.8USD 4,190~ EUR 3,855Official page ↗
JYRO
Petra
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition2155–892.5–3USD 4,890~ EUR 4,499Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Navigator
Student · AFF · rental9n/an/aUSD 2,600~ EUR 2,392Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Silhouette
All-round 9-cell9n/an/aUSD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Pulse
All-round 9-cell9107–260n/aUSD 2,900~ EUR 2,668Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Sabre3
All-round 9-cell989–230n/aUSD 2,990~ EUR 2,751Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Spectre
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/an/aUSD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Storm
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/an/aUSD 2,920~ EUR 2,686Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Horizon
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7n/an/aUSD 2,900~ EUR 2,668Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Stiletto
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 3,250~ EUR 2,990Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Katana
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 3,250~ EUR 2,990Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Comp Velocity
CROSSBRACED
First crossbraced9n/an/aUSD 3,570~ EUR 3,284Official page ↗
Performance Designs
Valkyrie
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition9n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Performance Designs
Peregrine
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition9n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Performance Designs
Lightning
CReW · CRW9113–253n/an/aOfficial page ↗
Performance Designs
CF Storm
CReW · CRW7n/an/aUSD 3,300~ EUR 3,036Official page ↗
Aerodyne
Solo
Student · AFF · rental9n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Aerodyne
Pilot
All-round 9-cell990–250n/aUSD 2,375–3,010~ EUR 2,185–2,769Official page ↗
Aerodyne
Pilot 7
7-cell · wingsuit · utility7117–277n/an/aOfficial page ↗
Aerodyne
Zulu X
Gateway performance992–172n/an/aOfficial page ↗
Aerodyne
Triathlon (RW / Hybrid / Comp CRW)
CReW · CRW799–260n/aUSD 2,700~ EUR 2,484Official page ↗
Icarus World
Neos
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 2,630~ EUR 2,420Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
Prime
All-round 9-cell9n/an/aUSD 2,945~ EUR 2,709Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
NX2
Gateway performance9n/an/aUSD 3,195~ EUR 2,939Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
Gangster
CROSSBRACED
First crossbraced9n/an/aUSD 3,445~ EUR 3,169Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
AirWolf2
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition767–103n/aUSD 4,395–4,645~ EUR 4,043–4,273Official page ↗
Fluid Wings
HK Terminal
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition27n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
Fluid Wings
HK2
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition2760–84n/an/aOfficial page ↗
Fluid Wings
HK3
CROSSBRACED
Hyper-performance · competition27n/an/an/aOfficial page ↗
  • Icarus World
    Equinox
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    0.5–1.2
    Price
    USD 2,600
    ~ EUR 2,392
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student / novice / AFF / static line / rental.

    Official specs

    Rectangular 9-cell, Hybrid ZP/LP, fully open nose, Dacron, WL 0.5–1.2.

    Pros

    Crystal-clear student platform.

    Cons

    Training-oriented, not for advanced progression.

    Target

    Dropzones, AFF, rental.

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Air
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    169–299 sq ft
    WL
    0.6–1.3
    Price
    USD 2,690
    ~ EUR 2,475
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student canopy. One of the most numerically complete student datasheets.

    Official specs

    Sizes 169–299, WL 0.6–1.3, glide ratio 3.0–3.5, AR 2.55, taper 0.8, all-ZP/J²-ZP 30D silicone coated ripstop, Vectran lines, centre-cell vent and new slider design.

    Pros

    One of the richest student datasheets in published numbers.

    Cons

    Projected area and numerical sink not published.

    Target

    AFF, schools, first canopy path.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    SFire
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    0.75–1.9
    Price
    USD 2,550–2,990
    ~ EUR 2,346–2,751
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Beginner/intermediate all-round 9-cell. Modern heir to the Safire 2 in official narrative.

    Official specs

    Elliptical 9-cell, full ZP, open nose, optional Vectran or Spectra. Recommended WL 0.75–1.9.

    Pros

    Broad use and WL range.

    Cons

    Official price varies by stock/area.

    Target

    From freshly A-licensed to very experienced jumpers on an all-round 9-cell.

    Price note

    USD 2,550 in US stock; USD 2,990 in Europe stock.

    Official page ↗
  • Icarus World
    Omni
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    0.75–1.5
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-purpose 7-cell.

    Official specs

    Semi-elliptical tapered 7-cell, all ZP, open nose, Vectran. WL 0.75–1.5. Soft on-heading openings, predictable handling, flare and glide superior to many 7-cells.

    Pros

    Very well-defined all-round 7-cell.

    Cons

    Less specialised than pure wingsuit canopies.

    Target

    Intermediate/experienced wanting a 7-cell for "all facets of modern skydiving".

    Official page ↗
  • JYRO
    Helium
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    129–229 sq ft
    WL
    0.8–1.4
    Price
    EUR 2,631
    ≡ EUR 2,631
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Low-bulk all-round canopy. "Big canopy vibes without the bulk".

    Official specs

    Sizes 129–229, WL 0.8–1.4, L-ZP 20D silicone-coated nylon. Based on Safire 3 with larger inlets, optimised crossports and redesigned brake configuration.

    Pros

    Solution for those who want a larger canopy in a smaller container.

    Cons

    Mission focused on low-bulk rather than aggressiveness.

    Target

    Conservative first sport canopies, heavier jumpers, small jumpers wanting more margin.

    Price note

    EUR 2,631 on the EU page; same family observed at USD 3,090 in alternate renders.

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  • JYRO
    Safire 4
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    109–189 sq ft
    WL
    1–1.6
    Price
    EUR 2,631
    ≡ EUR 2,631
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round sport canopy. One of the clearest "first true sports wing" definitions among analysed brands.

    Official specs

    Sizes 109–189, WL 1.0–1.6, AR 2.55, glide ratio ~2.8, taper 0.83, J-ZP, mini-ribs, bow-tie bridle, 3D lineset geometry.

    Pros

    Particularly clear "first true sports wing" positioning.

    Cons

    No numerical sink/radius.

    Target

    From post-A license to non-specialist experienced daily-driver.

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  • JYRO
    Kraken Low Bulk
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    119–189 sq ft
    WL
    1–1.5
    Price
    EUR 2,546
    ≡ EUR 2,546
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit-specific low-bulk 7-cell. Pack volume roughly 15% lower than a non-crossbraced 9-cell.

    Official specs

    Sizes 119–189, WL 1.0–1.5. Low AR/ellipticity 7-cell; L-ZP + J-ZP hybrid; emphasis on heading performance, line-twist stability and flare.

    Pros

    One of the best wingsuit-specific datasheets.

    Cons

    Less snappy by definition than a performance 9-cell.

    Target

    Wingsuiters from novice to experienced who want a small pack volume.

    Price note

    EUR 2,546 EU; stocklist also observed at USD 2,690–2,990.

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  • JYRO
    Kraken ZP
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    119–189 sq ft
    WL
    1–1.5
    Price
    EUR 2,546
    ≡ EUR 2,546
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit-specific full-ZP 7-cell. Sturdier than the low-bulk, durability focus.

    Official specs

    Sizes 119–189, WL 1.0–1.5. Full J-ZP. Same Kraken family but more structured; longevity emphasised.

    Pros

    Dedicated wingsuit canopy with higher durability.

    Cons

    Less compressible than the low-bulk.

    Target

    Frequent wingsuiters prioritising longevity and structure.

    Price note

    EUR 2,546 EU; stocklist observed at USD 2,790.

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  • Icarus World
    ōm
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.2–1.7
    Price
    USD 2,950
    ~ EUR 2,714
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit canopy. Icarus calls it the "best canopy for wingsuit" in official copy.

    Official specs

    Semi-elliptical tapered 7-cell, hybrid ZP/Ultralight, open 2+3+2 with partially closed outboard inlets and open central inlet, Vectran. WL 1.2–1.7.

    Pros

    Documented wingsuit-specific canopy.

    Cons

    Less universal than Omni.

    Target

    Wingsuiters wanting soft on-heading openings and ultra-low pack volume.

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  • JYRO
    Crossfire 3
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    86–159 sq ft
    WL
    1.3–2
    Price
    EUR 2,716
    ≡ EUR 2,716
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Fully elliptical 9-cell sport/performance. Excellent step toward more aggressive flight without crossbrace.

    Official specs

    Sizes 86–159, WL 1.3–2.0. At 1.0–1.4 can serve as first/second fully elliptical for confident intermediates. At least 500 jumps on square/semi-elliptical recommended before transition. Longer recovery arc than Crossfire 2.

    Pros

    Reference for progression toward aggressive non-crossbraced flight.

    Cons

    Demands respect and sight-picture retraining.

    Target

    Intermediate/advanced jumpers wanting a real step-up.

    Price note

    EUR 2,716 on EU page; US stocklist observed at USD 3,190.

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  • Icarus World
    XFire
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.4–2.4
    Price
    USD 2,695–3,250
    ~ EUR 2,479–2,990
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance gateway canopy. A bridge between aggressive elliptical and higher tiers.

    Official specs

    9 cells, Schuemann planform, elliptical leading edge, full ZP, partially closed nose, Vectran. WL 1.4–2.4. Shorter recovery arc than traditional crossbraced canopies.

    Pros

    Explicitly declared gateway performance.

    Cons

    Clearly beyond the classic progression wing.

    Target

    Performance pilots wanting a bridge between aggressive elliptical and higher tiers.

    Price note

    Stock USD 2,695–3,250.

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  • Icarus World CROSSBRACED
    GT-R
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    21
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.5–2.8
    Price
    USD 4,250
    ~ EUR 3,910
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Super high performance. Requires 500 jumps on crossbraced at 2.0+ WL.

    Official specs

    Aggressive Schuemann planform, 7 ARC tri cells (21), hybrid ZP with sail ribs and mini-ribs, partially closed nose, Vectran 550 (400 optional), steep trim. WL 1.5–2.8.

    Pros

    Rich technical documentation and very clear positioning.

    Cons

    For very advanced pilots only.

    Target

    Pure high-performance, beyond "first crossbraced".

    Price note

    USD 4,250 in category; custom items observed at USD 4,190.

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  • Icarus World CROSSBRACED
    Rebel
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    1.5–2.8
    Price
    USD 3,570
    ~ EUR 3,284
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Hyper/high-performance canopy "a class above normal high performance cross brace".

    Official specs

    Aggressive Schuemann, 5 ARC tri cells, ZP & ZP LPV, Vectran 550. WL 1.5–2.8. Official requirement: 500 jumps on crossbraced at 2.0+.

    Pros

    Very high performance with a readable category price.

    Cons

    Not a transition canopy.

    Target

    Pilots already seasoned on small heavily-loaded crossbraced.

    Price note

    USD 3,570 in category; custom item observed at USD 4,105.

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  • Aerodyne
    Karma
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    93–149 sq ft
    WL
    1.6–2.2
    Price
    USD 3,095
    ~ EUR 2,847
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Higher-performance 9-cell as a step into a crossbraced-style flight profile. Dedicated slider standard.

    Official specs

    Sizes 93–149. Parabolic mini-ribs, pyramid straps, no stabilizers, removable & collapsible slider standard. Recommended WL 1.6–2.2.

    Pros

    Very clear step-up toward an aggressive flight profile.

    Cons

    Evolutionary edge-case, not for generic progression.

    Target

    Advanced pilots looking for a stepping stone toward higher-performance wings.

    Price note

    Stock USD 3,095 list, promo USD 2,012–2,476.

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  • JYRO CROSSBRACED
    JFX 2
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    69–119 sq ft
    WL
    1.6–2.2
    Price
    USD 3,590
    ~ EUR 3,303
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    First crossbraced / high-performance all-round.

    Official specs

    Sizes 69–119, WL 1.6–2.2. Minibrid construction with sail ribs in loaded ribs, mini-ribs, Powerband, Vectran 500 standard (optional black Vectran 400). Soft non-scary openings; longer dive than original JFX but shorter than Leia.

    Pros

    One of the most explicitly positioned "first crossbraced" wings.

    Cons

    Still demands a coach and solid 9-cell elliptical foundation.

    Target

    Weekend warrior, team jumper, cameraflyer, supervised first crossbraced.

    Price note

    USD 3,590 US; EU page observed at EUR 2,899.

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  • JYRO CROSSBRACED
    Leia
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    21
    Sizes
    59–99 sq ft
    WL
    2.2–2.8
    Price
    USD 4,190
    ~ EUR 3,855
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Hyper-performance everyday swoop canopy. JYRO rules it out for students, low-timers, first crossbraced, wingsuit and CRW.

    Official specs

    Sizes 59–99, WL 2.2–2.8. 21-chamber design, Vectran 400 with FailSmart hybrid lineset mod, soft openings and excellent heading control, very long recovery arc, massive flare.

    Pros

    High-end daily for already-strong pilots.

    Cons

    JYRO explicitly excludes many use categories.

    Target

    Experienced pilots on small heavily-loaded crossbraced wings.

    Price note

    USD 4,190; EU page EUR 3,568.

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  • JYRO CROSSBRACED
    Petra
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    21
    Sizes
    55–89 sq ft
    WL
    2.5–3
    Price
    USD 4,890
    ~ EUR 4,499
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Full-sail competition/XRW canopy.

    Official specs

    Sizes 55–89, WL 2.5–3.0. S-PU sail fabric, RDS + spare lineset standard, firm/brisk terminal openings. Hyper-performance comp-specific.

    Pros

    Pure competition platform.

    Cons

    Not a daily-driver; requires competition curriculum and coaching.

    Target

    Competitive swoopers and extreme XRW.

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  • Performance Designs
    Navigator
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,600
    ~ EUR 2,392
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student, novice and demo canopy with extra weight. PD positions it as a progressive training platform.

    Official specs

    Forgiving opening with imperfect body position and flare timing, easy to pack, forgiving construction. Line-set store with Dacron and Microline. PD does not publish AR, glide ratio, sink rate or projected area on the current page.

    Pros

    Error tolerance, training-friendly, broad safety margin.

    Cons

    AR/glide/sink numbers not published; not optimised for fast progression.

    Target

    AFF schools, first canopy flights, rental fleet.

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  • Performance Designs
    Silhouette
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Low-bulk all-rounder for student-to-experienced jumpers, no-fuss and easy to pack.

    Official specs

    PD describes it as docile, short snivel, flat glide, short recovery arc, low pack volume, easy flare timing. Line-set store with Dacron and Microline. AR/WL numbers not published.

    Pros

    Simplicity, small pack volume, coherent daily driver.

    Cons

    WL/AR not published; less aggressive than other modern 9-cells.

    Target

    Conservative newly licensed jumpers and pilots who want simplicity.

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  • Performance Designs
    Pulse
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    107–260 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,900
    ~ EUR 2,668
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round ram-air 9-cell from novice to experienced; great for first personal canopy and occasional wingsuit.

    Official specs

    Soft on-heading openings with short snivel; very flat glide; short recovery arc; easy flare; low-pack-volume construction with ZP + low-bulk fabric; line-set store with Vectran; line trim charts and order form covering sizes 107–260 sq ft.

    Pros

    Small pack volume, long spots, easy flare.

    Cons

    Built for ease — not aggressive progression.

    Target

    First personal canopy, light jumpers, occasional wingsuit, packers who want simplicity.

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  • Performance Designs
    Sabre3
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    89–230 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,990
    ~ EUR 2,751
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round ram-air from novice/intermediate to expert at higher wing loadings. One of PD’s broadest use ranges.

    Official specs

    Order form for sizes 89–230; Vectran or HMA line options; removable slider available but "not recommended for terminal deployment"; long recovery arc, progressive front risers, steep glide, strong rear risers, powerful flare, redesigned openings.

    Pros

    One of the widest progression wings in PD’s lineup.

    Cons

    No public WL/AR/glide numerical values.

    Target

    From the first serious sport canopy to aggressive skill-building.

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  • Performance Designs
    Spectre
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    7-cell all-round, wingsuit, cameraflyer, demo. Iconic and consistent opening.

    Official specs

    Soft openings with long snivel, short recovery arc, flat glide. Line-set store with Dacron and Microline. PD positions it from novice to experienced.

    Pros

    Very well-known and consistent opening, versatile 7-cell.

    Cons

    Less drive than aggressive 9-cells.

    Target

    Daily wingsuiter, cameraflyer, 7-cell all-rounder.

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  • Performance Designs
    Storm
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,920
    ~ EUR 2,686
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Sporty 7-cell: 9-cell-like behaviour in a 7-cell. Also wingsuit and casual CReW.

    Official specs

    Steep glide, long recovery arc, powerful flare and soft openings with long snivel. Line-set with Dacron and Microline.

    Pros

    One of the most sporty 7-cells in its tier.

    Cons

    Not a dedicated CRW competition canopy.

    Target

    Jumpers wanting a versatile 7-cell, wingsuit + some CReW.

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  • Performance Designs
    Horizon
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,900
    ~ EUR 2,668
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Wingsuit-specific canopy. Allows upsizing up to 2 sizes without changing container.

    Official specs

    PD calls it the "first wingsuit-specific canopy"; designed for soft reliable openings with large wingsuits; responsive handling; best-in-class flare; HMA line-set in the store.

    Pros

    Explicit wingsuit solution without changing container.

    Cons

    Mission-specific, less universal than Spectre/Storm.

    Target

    Wingsuiters who want reliable opening and strong flare.

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  • Performance Designs
    Stiletto
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,250
    ~ EUR 2,990
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Fully elliptical 9-cell for intermediate-to-experienced jumpers. A historic "fun" classic.

    Official specs

    Responsive handling, snappy turns, flat glide, short recovery arc.

    Pros

    Lively handling, historic classic.

    Cons

    Less modern than recent designs; limited published numbers.

    Target

    Experienced jumpers seeking responsive non-crossbraced handling.

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  • Performance Designs
    Katana
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,250
    ~ EUR 2,990
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Aggressive fully elliptical 9-cell. Step-up from the Sabre3 without entering crossbraced territory yet.

    Official specs

    All-ZP, HMA lines, highly tapered. Long recovery arc, long snivel, very steep glide, wide speed range, very light front riser pressure, long dynamic flare.

    Pros

    One of the cleanest non-crossbraced step-ups.

    Cons

    Much less forgiving than an all-round 9-cell.

    Target

    Experienced canopy pilots, camera flyers, aggressive progression.

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  • Performance Designs CROSSBRACED
    Comp Velocity
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,570
    ~ EUR 3,284
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance crossbraced. Positioned as learning HP under supervision and as a first crossbraced wing.

    Official specs

    PD positions it for very experienced canopy pilots, first-time crossbraced, camera flyers, supervised HP learning and competition.

    Pros

    A bridge between high-performance and competition use.

    Cons

    Not for unsupervised progression.

    Target

    Serious first crossbraced, canopy-piloting-oriented pilots.

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  • Performance Designs CROSSBRACED
    Valkyrie
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance freefall-use canopy, above Comp Velocity, below Peregrine. Hybrid variant with sail ribs.

    Official specs

    All-ZP Valkyrie + Hybrid Valkyrie variant with sail ribs; designed as a freefall-use step-up from Comp Velocity; opening developed as a core criterion; Hybrid roughly half a size larger in pack volume than the all-ZP.

    Pros

    Very high performance while staying freefall-friendly.

    Cons

    Not entry-level HP.

    Target

    Advanced canopy pilots, dedicated cameraflyers, non comp-only pilots.

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  • Performance Designs CROSSBRACED
    Peregrine
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Competition canopy piloting / XRW. Comp-only, the peak of PD’s specialty range.

    Official specs

    Built exclusively for canopy piloting competition, later evolved for XRW. Schuemann wing planform; "contact PD to order".

    Pros

    Peak of the PD specialty range.

    Cons

    Professional tool, not a daily driver.

    Target

    Top-tier competitive pilots and high-end XRW.

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  • Performance Designs
    Lightning
    CReW · CRW
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    113–253 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Recreational/competitive CReW and demo. PD’s classic CRW canopy.

    Official specs

    Sizes at least 113–253 sq ft documented officially. Dedicated CF architecture.

    Pros

    Classic, well-supported PD CRW.

    Cons

    Current page shows fewer technical specs than other PD models.

    Target

    Traditional CReW practitioners and demo teams.

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  • Performance Designs
    CF Storm
    CReW · CRW
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,300
    ~ EUR 3,036
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Competitive CReW / CReW demo. Higher-performance than the Lightning.

    Official specs

    7-cell CReW canopy with Dacron lines, mesh slider, target panels, reinforced stabilizers, tail pocket, retractable bridle.

    Pros

    Modern CRW, higher-performance than Lightning.

    Cons

    Specialist tool.

    Target

    Competitive CReW and very experienced demo jumpers.

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  • Aerodyne
    Solo
    Student · AFF · rental
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Student main canopy with a natural transition to Pilot.

    Official specs

    Strong emphasis on reliability, reinforcements, easy packing and training. Also called out as student main in official materials.

    Pros

    Training and student-to-novice progression.

    Cons

    Public official price not surfaced.

    Target

    Schools, student program, rental fleet.

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  • Aerodyne
    Pilot
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    90–250 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,375–3,010
    ~ EUR 2,185–2,769
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    All-round 9-cell main from the first post-training canopy to experienced jumpers. Also RW, VFS, wingsuit, camera, weight belt.

    Official specs

    Sizes 90–250 sq ft. Line options 725 Spectra, 700 Vectran ZLX, 600 Dacron. Optional ZPX/UltraLPV build. AR/glide/sink/turn radius not published.

    Pros

    Reassuring openings, broad use range.

    Cons

    AR/glide/sink/turn radius not published.

    Target

    First personal canopy, all-rounder, non-aggressive cameraflyer, light wingsuit.

    Price note

    Stock USD 2,375–3,010 list; promo prices observed USD 1,781–2,709.

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  • Aerodyne
    Pilot 7
    7-cell · wingsuit · utility
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    117–277 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    7-cell utility and wingsuit. Aerodyne also positions it for students, young and senior jumpers.

    Official specs

    Sizes 117–277 sq ft. ZP, ZPX and UltraLPV options. Line options 725 Spectra and 700 Vectran ZLX.

    Pros

    Modern 7-cell, low-bulk, very versatile.

    Cons

    No public price visible on the stocklist.

    Target

    Wingsuit, fun jumpers preferring forgiving 7-cells, light student/novice ops.

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  • Aerodyne
    Zulu X
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    92–172 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Performance 9-cell with longer dive and pronounced harness response.

    Official specs

    Sizes 92–172. Better opening staging, intuitive longer dive, integrated harness response, defined agility, more riser feel and lengthened recovery arc.

    Pros

    Clear performance progression.

    Cons

    No public price visible.

    Target

    Advanced pilots wanting more dive and response.

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  • Aerodyne
    Triathlon (RW / Hybrid / Comp CRW)
    CReW · CRW
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    99–260 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,700
    ~ EUR 2,484
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Multi-use family: RW, Hybrid, Comp CRW. Versatile across CRW, freefly and big-way.

    Official specs

    Sizes 99–260. CRW variant: mesh slider, non-cascaded A/B center & outboard lines, retractable bridle, tail pocket, target panels.

    Pros

    One of the few truly multi-use/CRW families on the market.

    Cons

    Variant-dependent specs; non-uniform public pricing.

    Target

    CRW jumpers, dropzones, old-school/all-round fun jumpers.

    Price note

    Triathlon Hybrid stock USD 2,700 list, promo USD 2,160. Other variants: no public price captured.

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  • Icarus World
    Neos
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,630
    ~ EUR 2,420
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    High-performance canopy. A fast/responsive package without going extreme comp-only.

    Official specs

    Emphasis on numerical/CFD design, openings, speed, fun piloting, responsiveness and small pack volume. Other numerical specs: not published.

    Pros

    Affordable price for a high-performance wing.

    Cons

    Captured specs less detailed than other Icarus models.

    Target

    Performance pilot wanting a fast/responsive package but not comp-only.

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  • Fluid Wings
    Prime
    All-round 9-cell
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 2,945
    ~ EUR 2,709
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Beginner / intermediate / advanced fun jumper. Easy and fun to fly.

    Official specs

    Hybrid-construction 9-cell. Strong low pack volume. ZP on top skin/end cells/stabilisers/slider, low-porosity ribs and low-bulk option.

    Pros

    Very clear entry line, strong low-bulk option.

    Cons

    Sizes/WL numbers not exposed.

    Target

    First/second sport canopy, all-round jumper.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings
    NX2
    Gateway performance
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,195
    ~ EUR 2,939
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Intermediate / advanced fun jumper. Best-in-class for fun jumpers.

    Official specs

    Soft/predictable openings, easy to control, intuitive flare, strong harness response.

    Pros

    Aggressive intermediate progression without going extreme.

    Cons

    Sizes/WL not exposed.

    Target

    Fun jumpers already past their first all-round canopy.

    Price note

    USD 3,195 + USD 200 for custom colors.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    Gangster
    First crossbraced
    Cells
    9
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 3,445
    ~ EUR 3,169
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    "Your first X-brace wing". Inputs tuned to stay manageable while opening access to crossbraced flight.

    Official specs

    Advanced/Expert level on the wings chart. Explicit first-crossbraced positioning.

    Pros

    Crystal-clear first-crossbraced positioning.

    Cons

    Not for untrained pilots.

    Target

    First crossbraced with proper coaching/experience.

    Price note

    USD 3,445 + USD 200 custom colors.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    AirWolf2
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    7
    Sizes
    67–103 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    USD 4,395–4,645
    ~ EUR 4,043–4,273
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Expert / competition / everyday high-performance.

    Official specs

    7-cell cross-braced tri-taper. More performant in all flight modes yet still usable as an everyday wing. Steeper than the Wairwolf in the same size. Sizes 67, 71, 75, 79, 84, 90, 96, 103.

    Pros

    Modern high-performance without being comp-only.

    Cons

    Clearly expert-level.

    Target

    Very advanced pilot wanting a high-performance daily driver.

    Price note

    USD 4,395 standard slider; USD 4,545 RDS; USD 4,645 with both; +USD 200 custom colors.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    HK Terminal
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    27
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Expert / competition / freefall-capable crossbraced comp wing.

    Official specs

    27-cell cross-braced, tri-taper leading edge, mini-ribs trailing edge, optimized inlets, hybrid ZP + sail. Suitable for freefall deployment speeds.

    Pros

    Very high performance concept for freefall deployment.

    Cons

    No public price surfaced.

    Target

    Expert/competition pilots wanting an HK that is terminal-compatible.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    HK2
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    27
    Sizes
    60–84 sq ft
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Competition skydiving wing.

    Official specs

    Sizes 60 (special approval), 64, 67, 69, 71, 75, 79, 84. FT30 fabric top/bottom/ribs/crossbrace. Main lines 400 lb or 300 lb Vectran.

    Pros

    Clear technical spec for a competition wing.

    Cons

    No public price surfaced.

    Target

    Competition pilots.

    Official page ↗
  • Fluid Wings CROSSBRACED
    HK3
    Hyper-performance · competition
    Cells
    27
    Sizes
    n.d.
    WL
    n.d.
    Price
    n/a
    Specs, pros/cons, source
    Intended use

    Pure performance competition wing. Maximises speed and distance, not optimised for terminal deployments.

    Official specs

    Pure-performance design; not optimised for terminal deployment.

    Pros

    Uncompromised performance vocation.

    Cons

    Not a freefall daily-driver.

    Target

    Comp pilots maximising speed/run distance.

    Official page ↗

WING LOADING × USER PROFILE

Synthesis of manufacturers’ segmentation against wing loading. It does not replace a canopy coach or your dropzone policy — it is a map of officially published ranges.

  • Student · AFF · rentalWL ~0.5–1.0
    Equinox · Air · Navigator · Solo
    Dedicated training canopies.
  • Conservative first sport canopyWL ~0.8–1.3
    Helium · Pilot · Silhouette · Pulse · SFire · Safire 4 · Prime
    Predictability, readable flare, easy handling.
  • All-round progressionWL ~1.0–1.6
    Safire 4 · Sabre3 · Pilot · Spectre/Storm/Horizon · Omni
    The densest zone of the modern market.
  • Step-up ellipticalWL ~1.3–2.0
    Crossfire 3 · Zulu X · Katana · XFire · Stiletto · NX2
    Turn/recovery sight-picture memory required.
  • First crossbracedWL ~1.6–2.2
    JFX 2 · Karma · Gangster · Comp Velocity
    All brands assume coaching/supervision here.
  • Hyper-performanceWL ~2.2–3.0+
    Leia · Petra · Valkyrie · Peregrine · GT-R · Rebel · HK family
    Specialist, not linear in normal progression.
Timeline · verifiable launches only

LAUNCH TIMELINE

For many models manufacturers do not publish the introduction year: for methodological consistency only launches with directly verifiable year are included.

  1. 1997
    Performance Designs
    Spectre
  2. 2014
    Fluid Wings
    Prime
  3. 2017
    Fluid Wings
    HK Terminal
  4. 2019
    JYRO
    Kraken Low Bulk
  5. 2019
    JYRO
    Kraken ZP
  6. 2023
    Icarus World
    ōm
Step-by-step decision

DECISION TREE

Walk in order: the first "yes" answer points at the relevant segment. These are only the use categories published by manufacturers — not a fitness calculator.

  1. 01Are you an AFF student / making your first jumps / looking for a rental fleet?
    If Yes →
    PD Navigator · Aerodyne Solo · JYRO Air · Icarus Equinox

    Training canopies with error tolerance and forgiving flare. WL ~0.5–1.0.

  2. 02Is wingsuit one of your main disciplines?
    If Yes →
    PD Horizon · PD Spectre · PD Storm · Aerodyne Pilot 7 · JYRO Kraken LB/ZP · Icarus ōm

    Reliable openings with large suits, deployment stability, low pack volume. Horizon, Kraken and ōm are the most explicitly wingsuit-specific.

  3. 03Is CReW / CRW your main discipline?
    If Yes →
    PD Lightning · PD CF Storm · Aerodyne Triathlon CRW

    Dedicated CF architecture: mesh slider, tail pocket, target panels, non-cascaded lines.

  4. 04Looking for a first sport canopy or a conservative daily driver?
    If Yes →
    PD Silhouette · PD Pulse · PD Sabre3 · Aerodyne Pilot · JYRO Helium · JYRO Safire 4 · Icarus SFire · Fluid Prime

    Docile openings, broad use range, daily-driver behaviour. The real difference is between low-pack-volume priority and a more brilliant response.

  5. 05Want more dive and response but not yet ready for crossbraced?
    If Yes →
    JYRO Crossfire 3 · Aerodyne Zulu X · PD Stiletto · PD Katana · Icarus XFire · Fluid NX2

    A real step-up: sight picture changes on turns and flare. Long recovery arc, strong harness response.

  6. 06Looking for your first crossbraced with structured coaching?
    If Yes →
    JYRO JFX 2 · Fluid Gangster · Aerodyne Karma · PD Comp Velocity

    Manufacturers position these wings explicitly as crossbraced transitions. Coaching is essentially required.

  7. 07Already a seasoned pilot on small heavily-loaded crossbraced?
    If Yes →
    JYRO Leia · JYRO Petra · PD Valkyrie · PD Peregrine · Icarus GT-R · Icarus Rebel · Fluid AirWolf2 · Fluid HK series

    Specialist tools: maximum sensitivity, extreme recovery arc, often comp-specific behaviour. Not the natural next step of a linear progression.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a single "best main canopy"?
No. Manufacturers’ pages explicitly distinguish students, all-round 9-cells, 7-cell utility/wingsuit, gateway performance, first crossbraced and hyper-performance. The right choice depends on discipline, level, exit weight and target wing loading — not a ranking.
Which canopy for AFF student and first jumps?
The student platforms of the main brands: PD Navigator, Aerodyne Solo, JYRO Air and Icarus Equinox. They are built for error tolerance, forgiving flare and conservative WL (~0.5–1.0). Computing real wing loading and respecting dropzone limits still remain the main reference.
What is the most sensible "first sport canopy"?
The all-round 9-cells and low-bulk options: PD Silhouette, PD Pulse, Aerodyne Pilot, JYRO Helium, JYRO Safire 4, Icarus SFire, Fluid Prime. Docile openings, broad use range, modest yet real progression headroom. The real split is between low-pack-volume priority (Helium, Pulse, Prime) and brighter response (Sabre3, Safire 4, SFire).
Which main canopy for wingsuit?
The 7-cell utility and wingsuit-specific models: PD Spectre, PD Storm, PD Horizon, Aerodyne Pilot 7, JYRO Kraken Low Bulk and ZP, Icarus ōm. Horizon, Kraken and ōm are the most explicitly wingsuit-specific; Spectre, Storm and Pilot 7 stay very versatile for everyday use.
When does it make sense to step into crossbraced?
All serious manufacturers treat it as a supervised step: PD Comp Velocity, Aerodyne Karma, JYRO JFX 2 and Fluid Gangster are explicitly positioned as "first crossbraced" or supervised high-performance. JYRO officially requires at least 500 jumps on square/semi-elliptical before stepping to the Crossfire 3, and 500 jumps on crossbraced at 2.0+ WL before GT-R/Rebel.
Why are many technical figures shown as "n/a" in the guide?
For methodological consistency. Manufacturers publish numbers like aspect ratio, glide ratio, sink rate, turn radius, projected area and recommended pilot weight in highly uneven ways. The guide reports only officially declared values: anything the manufacturer doesn’t publish stays "n/a" rather than being inferred.
How should I read the "EUR estimate" in the tables?
The official price is the one published on the manufacturer page on 2026-05-07. The EUR conversion is indicative only, computed at 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR on the same date; it does not replace the Italian dealer listing and does not include VAT, duties, shipping or customisations.
Does this guide replace a canopy coach?
No. It’s a documented map of the market. Picking size, wing loading and the right downsizing moment always requires canopy-specific coaching, dropzone assessment and real consolidation of jumps already done. The official pages themselves insist on this.

OFFICIAL SOURCES

All manufacturers’ product pages. Quota 4000 is not affiliated with nor a dealer for any of these brands: links open the official pages directly.

This guide provides information documented from manufacturers’ official pages. It does not replace canopy-specific coaching, your dropzone policies, the judgement of your jumpmaster or rigger. Size, downsizing and wing-loading decisions require case-by-case assessment.
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