A glider for everybody

With the new UP Kibo (EN B), UP puts a whole new product branch on the UP family tree

The ideal mid-range EN B glider, and a perfect all-rounder at heart, the UP Kibo is built to progress on – it is the perfect mix between a very safe and forgiving beginner's wing and a performance-and-XC paraglider, meaning it will teach its pilot exactly how performance gliders fly, but it will look after them while doing so. It sits comfortably between the new Makalu 4 and the new Summit XC4 in the UP model range.

• Safe and easy to fly but with loads of real-air performance
• New Generation Aerofoil (NGA) for a solid leading edge and great penetration in turbulence
• Perfect stepping-stone for pilots wishing to progress in comfort and safety
• Glide performance to make those big valley crossings in real conditions a breeze
• Very stable even at top speed due to our Nylon Front Section Support system (FSS)
• Precise, linear handling similar to the high- performance UP models
• C-riser controllable
• 2. generation Brakeline Tensioning System (BTS2) for better handling with less line consumption
• Mini-rib canopy construction
• Light and efficient speed system with Ronstan^tm pulleys
• Double 3D panel shaping technology – less wrinkles, less drag
• Half-moon shaped cell openings - maximum leading edge integrity, minimal drag
• 4 sizes, covering hook-in weights from 65kgs to 130kgs

Probably still the finest tandem paraglider available today

The predecessor, our K2^2, was often described by experienced tandem pilots as the most versatile, fun and lively tandem wing on the market; we know of several professional tandem pilots who would take it out for acro sessions with their friends to wind down after a long day of taking paying passengers up – this has to be the best indicator of the FUN factor inherent in this design! The K2³ continues in the footsteps of this highly esteemed design. Our R&D guys have refined the details and kept the basics, so that commercial and leasure tandem pilots alike may enjoy the best wing in its class even more!

• Positive and negative trimmers
• Nylon battens (FSS) in leading edge, no mylar
• Now even lighter, but with renowned longevity
• 2 sizes
• New more dirt-resistant standard colours
• Swept-back wingtips
• Great launch characteristics due to optimized sweepback angle
• Sporty look
• Size SM certified for solo and tandem use