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UP K2 5 tandem

UP release K2 5 tandem

UP paragliders have released the K2 5, a completely updated new design of wing for tandem pilots who "value precise handling"
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UP Torre

UP Paragliders unveil new EN-C Torre

UP Paragliders are now taking orders on their new EN-C wing, the Torre. It's a two-liner aimed at experienced pilots looking to go "full gas"
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UP has announced three new wings for 2025. The Rimo 2 (EN-A), Makalu 5 (low EN-B) and Lhotse X, an ultralight EN-B

UP release three new wings for 2025

UP has announced three new wings for 2025. The Rimo 2 (EN-A), Makalu 5 (low EN-B) and Lhotse X, an ultralight EN-B
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Stubai Cup: All the new gear for 2024

From the newest fleet of EN As to the latest lightweight two-line EN Cs, we toured the paragliding expo in Stubai to find out the latest news
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UP Kangri X expected spring 2024. Photo: Jirka Dlask

UP Kangri X: Designed for lightweight adventures

UP say their new 2.5-liner EN-B, the Kangri X, is a light, small-packing and durable wing aimed at vol-bivouac and hike-and-fly pilots
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UP Summit X

UP Summit X Review (EN B)

Erwin Voogt flies UP's Summit X, and finds their 2.5-line hybrid high-EN B offers a relaxing ride
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Meru 2 paraglider

UP announce the Meru 2, new two-line EN D

UP say their new two-liner EN-D, the Meru 2, has more performance and a higher top speed than the Meru, for pilots with "big XC ambitions"
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UP Summit X

UP release the Summit X, 2/3-liner EN-B

UP's Summit X is a performance EN-B with a high top speed. The X signifies it is a crossover, a 2/3-liner hybrid
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UP Trango X

UP Trango X: 2/3 hybrid EN-C

Successor to the Trango X-Race, UP's new Trango X has just been released. It's a 2/3-line hybrid, positioned high in the EN-C category
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UP Mana2

UP Mana²: EN-A mountain wing

UP's new "light and easy" Mana² is "a versatile wing with plenty of fun-factor" for beginners that love the mountains, and hike-and-fly enthusiasts
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