Supair released the Eiko 2 at the Stubai Cup 2022. It’s a light, small-packing paraglider for mountain adventures.
The Eiko 2 is based on the EN-A Eona 3. It has 38 cells and a flat aspect ratio of 4.8. It’s available in a wider range of sizes than the original Eiko: there are now five sizes, from 16 to 26m².
Because it’s designed for high-mountain flights, ease of use and safety were top priorities. Supair say it’s easy to launch and has long brake travel. It’s less demanding than the original – more stable, with less roll.
The three larger sizes will be certified EN A and are very accessible, suitable for schools. The 19 will be EN B and the 16m² wing will be certified EN C.
As always, flight characteristics depend on how heavily the wing is loaded: the loaded-up 16m² wing is very dynamic, although flown light it’s still ‘relaxing’.
The sail is made from Dominico Dokdo D10, and the webbing used in the risers was custom-made to Supair’s specs by Cousin. It is a 7mm webbing made from nylon and Kevlar. It may be slightly heavier than Dyneema but means the risers are much more user-friendly, Supair say, which they feel is more important for a wing that is destined to fly potentially tired pilots safely down from high-mountain peaks.
