The Stiletto 170
is a fully-elliptical, 9-cell skydiving parachute canopy manufactured by Performance Designs (PD).
It is a popular and versatile canopy known for its responsive handling and performance characteristics.
is a fully-elliptical, 9-cell skydiving parachute canopy manufactured by Performance Designs (PD).
It is a popular and versatile canopy known for its responsive handling and performance characteristics.
Key features and characteristics include:
Design: Fully-elliptical, 9-cell canopy.
Target User: Suitable for intermediate to experienced skydivers.
Target User: Suitable for intermediate to experienced skydivers.
While initially released as a high-performance canopy, the evolution of canopy piloting has made it a common choice for a wide range of experienced jumpers.
Flight Characteristics:
Responsive handling and snappy turns.
Flat glide profile, making it easier to get back from long spots.
Short recovery arc.
Strong flare capability on landing.
Responsive handling and snappy turns.
Flat glide profile, making it easier to get back from long spots.
Short recovery arc.
Strong flare capability on landing.
Versatility: Used across various skydiving disciplines, including general fun jumping, wingsuiting, and even advanced swooping, depending on the jumper’s skill and wing loading.
Manufacturer: Performance Designs (PD), a well-known name in parachute manufacturing.
The “170” in the name refers to the canopy’s size, which is 170 square feet. The canopy is available in many colors and can be custom-ordered through various skydiving gear stores
The Stiletto is a popular choice for experienced jumpers across many disciplines.
While the Stiletto was originally released as a high-performance canopy, over the years the sport has evolved, making the intermediate and experienced jumpers of today more well-equipped canopy pilots than ever.
Stiletto 170
Stiletto 170
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