HiPerUSA Blade

The Blade is a high speed canopy exclusively for very skilled pilots with considerable
experience under high-speed elliptical parachutes. Years of research and development have
resulted in a unique new profile with the Blade, and optimum performance of this wing can
only be achieved at wing loadings in the range of 1.6 to 2.2 pounds per square foot. In most
cases, a minimum experience level of 500 jumps is suggested because of these higher wing
loadings. Please refer to the wing loading chart to obtain maximum recommended loadings for
specific experience levels. By greatly reducing drag, the Blade flies at substantially higher
forward speed than other canopies of a similar size. Further, we shifted the ventilation of the
cells downward, enhancing airfoil pressurization so that it is virtually impossible to collapse.
During full glide the Blade reacts to toggle input very quickly, which makes it amazingly
responsive. Front riser pressure is moderate, and the Blade can easily be held in a long dive.
With only the slightest application of brakes sinking is drastically reduced, but forward speed
remains very high. A large control range, aggressive turns and very long swoops are the
result.
The Blade is available in sizes of 58 to 120 sq.ft. Prior to purchasing the 58 or 68 size, proof
of experience and strict recommendations are absolutely required. Like all of our canopies,
the Blade comes equipped with soft connector links, brass slider grommets, and a completely
new Technora line. This new line material has a much improved UV protection over
conventional HMA, and there is an added bonus because of the UV chemistry– black
suspension lines! Additional information is available on the technology page.

                                   Suggested Retail Price $1935.00 to $1995.00
                                   Contact your dealer for price discount details.
                          Please allow 6 to 8 weeks for custom color order delivery.