Base 2 Lite
Free your mind! The Base 2 Lite is performance and fun-factor in lightweight. Perfect for XC, soaring, hike-and-fly or vol-biv.
Pilot Profile:
A lightweight sports-class EN-B, the Base 2 Lite is the perfect match for cross-country pilots who enjoy the hike to launch, for vol-bivouac adventurers looking for high-end safety, or anyone who wants a fun, performant lightweight wing. Pilots stepping up from low-B category will not find it too taxing to fly, yet its performance will impress XC distance seekers.The BGD Base 2 Lite is an EN-B lightweight sports-class paraglider designed for cross-country, hike-and-fly, and vol-biv adventures. It keeps all the design features of the standard Base 2, including the new arc design, double leading edge, and fine-tuned sail tension, but optimizes weight with lightweight Porcher Skytex 27g cloth and unsheathed Edelrid micro-lines. It offers an easy launch, smooth handling, clear feedback, and a relaxed flight experience. Key technologies include Chord Cut Billow (CCB), Progressive Stability, triple finger diagonals, and a C-steering speed-riser setup.
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Technical Specifications
| Characteristics | Size XS | Size S | Size M | Size ML |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total weight (kg) | 55 - 75 | 65 - 85 | 75 - 95 | 88 - 108 |
| Recommended weight (kg) | 55 - 75 | 65 - 85 | 75 - 95 | 88 - 108 |
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| Certification | EN-B | EN-B | EN-B | EN-B |
| Glide ratio | - | - | - | - |
| Cells | 57 | 57 | 57 | 57 |
| Aspect Ratio (flat) | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.7 |
| Projected Aspect Ratio | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| Flat Surface Area (m²) | 21 | 23 | 25 | 27 |
| Projected Surface Area (m²) | 17.8 | 19.5 | 21.2 | 22.9 |
| Flat Span (m) | - | - | - | - |
| Projected Span (m) | - | - | - | - |
| Chord (m) | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 |
| Glider weight (kg) | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.9 | 4.1 |
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Technologies
- BGD Parasim Simulation Software
- Airflow Tufts
- Lite Speed-Risers
- C-Steering
- Chord Cut Billow (CCB)
- Maximised unsupported cells
- Progressive Stability
- Softlinks
- Triple finger diagonals
- Unsheathed Lines
- Porcher Skytex Classic II 27g/m², 32g/m²
- Porcher Skytex hard finish 27g/m²
- Plastic wire 2,0 / 2,4 / 2,7mm
- 12mm Kevlar / nylon webbing
- Edelrid Magix Pro Dry 8001U
- PPSL, Edelrid Pro 8001U brakes
EN-B
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