Better roll control
The winglets help the wing respond precisely to roll input and hold the bank you set, so it goes where you point it and stays composed in turbulence and through the flare.
Skydive Wing · New
Ekko 2
More aggressive. Better flare.
From $3,495 custom-built
Average time from order to completion; shipping is extra. Your order confirmation has its own date once it’s scheduled.
Refined over 6 years and more than 30 prototypes, the Ekko 2 is more aggressive in the air with a better flare at the bottom.
- True cell construction
- Leading edge mini-ribs
- FT-30 winglets
Pilot warning
The Ekko 2 performs well above the original Echo. Time on an Echo does not prepare you for the Ekko 2, so approach it as a new wing and size it on your current experience.
- Discipline
- Skydive Wing
- Sizes
- 107 · 120 · 135 · 150 · 170 sq ft
- Skill level
- Intermediate to Expert
- Experience
- 350–400+
In the air
Flying the Ekko 2
From Echo to Ekko 2
The Ekko 2 has its roots in our original Echo. Over 6 years and more than 30 prototypes we changed so much that it needed a new name, one that reflects how far the wing has moved on while still building on the Echo lineage.
The Ekko 2 is more performance-oriented than the original Echo in every way. If you have flown an Echo, don’t assume it has prepared you for the Ekko 2.
Ekko 2 Openings
The Ekko 2’s openings were designed to be very soft and gradual. Our test pilots reported very soft openings with a low initial snatch force and a long snivel, and most noted that the staging was very similar to the Gangster.
A significant amount of R&D time and effort went into finding heading performance that is easy to access.
Leading Edge Mini-Ribs
The leading edge is the most important part of the airfoil: it is where the air first meets the wing, and its shape sets up how cleanly the air flows over the rest of the wing.
Mini-ribs along the Ekko 2’s leading edge hold that shape between the main ribs. They keep the nose clean and smooth and reduce the distortions that cost performance, so the wing flies the way it was designed to.
True Cell Construction
The Ekko 2 uses true cell construction. Instead of a single fabric panel spanning two or three cells, the top and bottom surfaces are built from much smaller panels: one panel for each cell.
A wing is sewn from flat, two-dimensional fabric panels, but in the air it has to hold a three-dimensional shape. Every seam is a chance to shape the fabric, so more, smaller panels let each cell follow the intended curve far more closely.
The result is a more accurate airfoil across the whole span, with better aerodynamic configuration of each profile and more performance from the wing.
Ekko 2 Winglets
The Ekko 2 carries winglets that prevent span-wise flow in critical portions of the wing. Keeping the air moving where it should is what gives the Ekko 2 its sharp handling and quick roll response, along with a more planted, stable feel across the whole flight.
Unlike the winglets on an aircraft, they are not there to reduce vortex drag. Their job is to manage the airflow across the wing itself.
Improved handling
The wing feels more connected and predictable, holding its line through turns and recoveries so you can fly it more aggressively with confidence.
More precise steering
Toggle, riser and harness inputs translate cleanly into the turn you asked for, with crisp starts and controlled stops.
Good spiral turn behavior
The winglets also give the Ekko 2 good spiral turn behavior, so the wing stays predictable as you build into a spiral and ease back out of it.
Technical
Specifications & materials
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Top surface | 30D ripstop nylon with double silicone coating (ZP) |
| Bottom surface | 30D ripstop nylon with double silicone coating (ZP) |
| Ribs | 30D ripstop nylon with double silicone coating (ZP) |
| Winglets | FT-30 — available in black only |
| Lines — Edelrid (standard) | Technora (HMA) hybrid lines, nominal 600/800 lb |
| Lines — CSR (option) | 575 lb Vectran Hybrid (750 lb available on request) |
Pilot-reported wing loadings
Pilots report wing loadings of 1.0 to 2.0 (lb/ft²) are preferred on the Ekko 2.
This is not a guide for choosing a size or for the maximum load of any canopy. Always size by the wing’s published size and maximum weight chart, your experience and your instructor’s advice. On smaller canopies (96 ft² and below), these wing loadings can mean a suspended weight above the maximum recommended for that canopy.
Watch
Ekko 2 on film
Ordering
Get this wing
- In stock: every ready-to-ship unit is listed with its serial number and can be bought online. Your card is authorized, not charged, until we have checked the size suits you.
- Custom: design your colorway in our online design center, then we build to order.
- Lead time: new parachutes typically 10–12 weeks from confirmed deposit.
- Deposit: a non-refundable $1,000 materials deposit confirms your production slot on a custom build.
Risk Warning
Skydiving, parachuting, speed flying and paragliding are dangerous activities that can result in serious injury or death. Fluid Wings equipment must only be flown by appropriately trained, current and rated pilots, and must be inspected, maintained and packed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Wing performance varies with wing loading and size — the information on this page is a general guide only. Obtain advice from a qualified professional to confirm a wing is suitable for your intended use and skill level. Fluid Wings LLC does not provide that advice, and this page must not be used to determine acceptable maximum loading (suspended weight) for a wing.
Fly the Ekko 2.
Demos are not rentals: free at our DeLand location, or $95 to cover shipping for two weekends in the continental USA.