What's the best rescue parachute ?
When it comes to paragliding, safety is paramount, and a rescue parachute is an essential piece of equipment to prevent any risk of in-flight accidents. But with so many brands and models on the market, it can be hard to choose. In this guide, we'll introduce you to the best brands of rescue parachutes for paragliding, as well as the best-performing models for all types of flying. Discover our Air et Aventure selection to help you find the rescue parachute that's right for you.
BEST BRANDS OF PARAGLIDING RESCUE PARACHUTES
- SKYWALK :
Skywalk is a well-known brand in the paragliding industry, and also offers high-quality rescue parachutes. Their products are designed with resistant materials and advanced technology to ensure rapid opening and optimum stability during free flight.
- GIN GLIDERS :
Gin Gliders is another well-established brand in the paragliding world. Their rescue parachutes are renowned for their reliability and ease of use, making them ideal for pilots of all levels.
- NIVIUK :
Niviuk is a Spanish brand offering a range of innovative, high-performance rescue parachutes. Their products are the fruit of continuous research into safety and technology.
- SUPAIR :
Supair is a well-known brand in the paragliding world, and also offers top-of-the-range rescue parachutes. Their products are renowned for their reliability and ease of use, making them suitable for pilots of all levels. The Supair Shine model is particularly appreciated for its light weight, ideal for pilots seeking to minimize the weight of their equipment without compromising safety.
- COMPANION :
The Companion brand is renowned for its top-quality rescue parachutes. Their models are designed with careful attention to technical details to ensure rapid opening and stability in flight. The Companion SQR Light is a popular choice, appreciated for its compactness and low weight, ideal for pilots concerned with performance and safety.
- KORTEL :
Kortel is a well-known brand in the field of paragliding harnesses, but also offers highly reliable rescue parachutes. The Kortel Karré model is acclaimed for its ease of integration into Kortel harnesses, offering pilots a complete and ergonomic solution for their flying equipment.
- SKY PARAGLIDERS :
Sky Paragliders is a trusted brand of high-performance rescue parachutes. Their Sky Quatro model is designed with high-quality materials, offering pilots a fast opening and a smooth descent. The brand emphasizes the safety and reliability of their products, making them a safe choice for all paragliding enthusiasts.
WHAT ARE THE BEST PARAGLIDING RESCUE PARACHUTES ?
It's difficult to say that one rescue parachute is better than another, as the disparity of situations in which you may find yourself will influence the way you live and perceive your experience under a rescue parachute. There are, however, a few general rules that we'll explain below, to help paragliders make the right choice :
- ROUND RESCUE :
The best value for money. Often heavier than square parachutes or other shapes.
- OTHER SHAPES RESCUE :
The best compromise between opening time and stability. As long as you don't go for ultra-light models, then the sink rate will generally be close to 5 m/s. Otherwise, you'll be closer to the 5.5m/s limit.
- ULTRA LIGHT RESCUE :
The best compromise between weight and compactness. These helpers generally come down to under a kilo if your GVW is less than 100, and 1.2 kilos up to 120 kilos.
- STEERABLE RESCUE :
The best safety compromise. With fall rates often very low, these rescues allow you to avoid an obstacle you might be heading towards during the descent under the parachute.
RESCUE PARACHUTES : OUR SELECTION BY AIR ET AVENTURE
At Air et Aventure, we have carefully selected rescue parachutes from the best brands on the market, taking into account various criteria such as manufacturing quality, responsiveness to opening, in-flight stability and, of course, safety.
- SKYWALK PEPPER CROSS
The Skywalk Pepper Cross rescue parachute is a must-have for paraglider pilots looking for performance and safety. With its innovative design and large surface area, it offers rapid opening and optimum stability during descent, ensuring a stabilized fall. Pilots appreciate its compact, lightweight design, which slips easily into their harness without compromising efficiency in emergency situations.
- NIVIUK CIRES
With the Cires, Niviuk offers a reliable, robust rescue parachute designed to meet the requirements of all paraglider pilots. Its progressive opening offers a smooth transition to safety, while its robust construction ensures long-term durability. The Niviuk Cires is a popular choice for those who value safety without compromising on price. It's also lightweight, weighing just 1.7 kg in size M.
- SUPAIR SHINE
The Supair Shine rescue parachute is acclaimed for its ease of use and versatility. Its clever design enables it to fit perfectly into a variety of harnesses, offering pilots a solution to suit their equipment. Thanks to its rapid opening and in-flight stability, Supair's Shine is an excellent compromise for all paraglider pilots. Supair's Shine parachute is clearly the best value for money among round parachutes.
- KORTEL KARRE
The Kortel Karre is a top-of-the-range rescue parachute developed for demanding pilots. Its compact, lightweight design makes it easy to integrate into Kortel harnesses or any other brand, offering a harmonious solution for Kortel enthusiasts. The Karre's technology allows the pilot to drift during descent. This means that the pilot can deviate his trajectory during descent to avoid an obstacle. The Karre's reliability and efficiency make it a trusted ally for extra protection during paragliding adventures.
- SKY QUATRO LIGHT
The Sky Quatro Light is a top-quality rescue parachute from Sky Paragliders. Its sleek design and careful construction make it light and easy to handle. Pilots appreciate its quick opening time. In addition, this rescue parachute offers a quick and confident way to get to safety in case of emergency. Last but not least, it's very light, weighing just 0.90 kg for size 90.
- COMPANION SQR
Companion SQR is a rescue parachute renowned for its stability and ease of packing. In fact, the technology developed by Companion means that all the lines are the same length. Its square shape gives it excellent glide, ensuring a smooth descent. The SQR combines the performance benefits of square parachutes with the handling and packing advantages of round parachutes. A top-of-the-range product, the SQR is favored by demanding pilots looking for an efficient, reliable solution for their flight safety.
- GIN YETI UL
The Gin Yeti UL is a lightweight, high-performance rescue parachute designed for pilots who prefer their equipment to be light. Gin has achieved this low weight thanks to the Plan shape. This offers rapid opening and excellent in-flight stability, providing optimum safety in emergency situations. The Yeti UL from Gin Gliders is appreciated by experienced pilots looking to fly with confidence and safety.
In conclusion, choosing the best paragliding rescue parachute will depend on your specific needs and flying style. Be sure to take into account the brand's reputation, the model's technical features, and your personal preferences. At Air et Aventure, we make it a point of honor to offer you a selection of quality rescue parachutes to bring you maximum safety in all circumstances. Take the time to choose the parachute that's right for you, to accompany you on your aerial excursions.
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