PD Pulse 190

The PD Pulse 190
is a 190-square-foot, 9-cell skydiving parachute canopy manufactured by Performance Designs (PD).
It is designed as a “stress-free” main canopy suitable for novice to experienced jumpers, known for its flat glide and easy landing characteristics.

Key Specifications & Features
Design: A lightly elliptical, 9-cell canopy.
Hybrid Construction: Uses Zero Porosity (ZP) fabric on the top skin and proprietary low-bulk fabric on the bottom skin, allowing it to pack up to one size smaller (approximately 170-size volume) than a standard all-ZP 190 canopy.

Performance:
Openings: Soft, consistent, and on-heading with a shorter snivel compared to the Sabre2.

Glide: Features a very flat glide, making it easier to return to the drop zone from long spots.

Recovery Arc: Short recovery arc and forgiving flare timing, which is beneficial for beginners learning canopy piloting.
Lines: Typically comes with 750lb Vectran line sets.

Pricing and Availability
As of early 2026, the PD Pulse 190 is available for purchase:
New Price: Approximately $2,900 USD .
Used Market: Recent listings range from $700 USD for older models (circa 1993) to $2,300 USD for newer units with low jump counts (circa 2022).
Customization: Colors and patterns can be designed using the PD custom tool.

Or, you could just fly a Pulse. With soft, consistently on-heading openings, and a shorter snivel, it’s stress-free fun from opening to landing–perfect for novice to experienced jumpers and even wingsuiters.