BGD Epic Paraglider – Your Adventure Begins Here

Unleash Your Inner Explorer with the BGD Epic Paraglider

Step confidently into the world of free flight with the BGD Epic Paraglider—a true companion for dreamers, learners, and spirited adventurers. Whether you’re progressing through your first thermals, carving turns in dynamic lift, or seeking that perfect soaring session, the Epic has your back. Designed by Bruce Goldsmith and his innovative team, this wing delivers unbeatable fun, security, and precision—all in one stunning, accessible package.

With the Epic, flying transforms into more than just a skill—it becomes an experience. It welcomes newcomers, inspires intermediates, and invites you to grow. So, if you’re looking for a wing that’s as exciting as it is dependable, look no further.

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Why the BGD Epic Paraglider Stands Out

1. Built for Progression, Crafted for Fun

Unlike many entry-level wings that trade excitement for safety, the Epic proves you don’t need to compromise. It blends high passive safety with dynamic handling, offering a deeply satisfying flying experience for newer pilots. You’ll feel supported through every maneuver, with feedback that’s honest and clear—but never overwhelming.BGD Epic low B wing

2. Designed by Champions, Loved by Pilots

Behind the Epic is the legendary Bruce Goldsmith, a world champion pilot and respected designer. Every curve and stitch reflects decades of expertise. Every feature is tuned to elevate your flying while making sure you’re smiling the whole way down—or up.

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Key Features of the BGD Epic Paraglider

Explore the specifications that make this wing a top-tier choice for rising pilots:

• ✅ Certification: EN/LTF-B – suitable for beginners and intermediates alike

• ✅ Pilot Level: Low-B to progressing pilots seeking more flair

• ✅ Launch Behavior: Easy inflation with smooth, predictable rise

• ✅ Handling: Agile and responsive, perfect for thermalling and ridge soaring

• ✅ Security: Exceptional passive safety with a forgiving nature

• ✅ Colors: Choose from three vibrant BGD signature color schemes

• ✅ Sizes: XS, S, M, ML, L – accommodating a wide range of pilot weights

• ✅ Lines: Sheathed for durability, yet optimized for performance

• ✅ Glide Ratio: Balanced efficiency for cross-country ambitions

• ✅ Construction: High-quality Porcher cloth and robust build integrity

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How the Epic Makes Flying Effortless

Effortless Launches in Any Condition

From nil wind takeoffs to stronger breezes, the Epic’s inflation is smooth and steady. The wing rises evenly and doesn’t overshoot, allowing pilots to stay in control throughout the launch cycle. Even on tricky terrain, the Epic behaves predictably—making those first steps into the sky both easy and fun.

Flight That Feels Natural and Intuitive

Once airborne, the Epic comes alive. It offers a nimble, playful feel with crisp turn entry and solid energy retention. Thermalling becomes intuitive as the wing centers itself gracefully. At the same time, feedback remains filtered—letting you focus on the joy of flight instead of managing turbulence.

Landing with Confidence

When it’s time to return to earth, the Epic’s long brake range and flare authority deliver gentle landings. You’ll appreciate the confidence it provides when precision is required—especially on shorter or more technical landing zones.

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Who’s the Epic For?

New Pilots Hungry for More

The Epic is perfect for those just beyond their school wing. If you’ve logged your first solo hours and want to explore thermals, ridge lift, and small XC flights, the Epic opens the sky without intimidation. It teaches while it plays.

Weekend Warriors and Casual Flyers

Many intermediate pilots choose the Epic as their “fun wing” for local flying. It’s simple, capable, and never boring—ideal for relaxed thermalling or coastal soaring sessions.

Schools and Instructors

Because of its dependable behavior and forgiving design, the Epic is increasingly popular in school fleets. Instructors trust its stability and predictability, making it an excellent choice for confident skill development.

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Safety You Can Trust—Always

Passive Safety That Doesn’t Hold You Back

At the heart of the Epic’s design is its safety-first philosophy. Collapse resistance, stability in rough air, and controlled reactions make it exceptionally reassuring. However, it still provides enough energy and performance to keep you progressing.

EN/LTF-B Certification

The Epic meets all EN/LTF-B certification standards, confirming its reliability in real-world conditions. Every maneuver has been tested. Every line is calibrated. You’re flying with peace of mind, backed by rigorous European testing protocols.BGD Epic

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Materials and Build Quality That Last

Built for Real-World Flying

Durability matters, especially when you’re learning. The Epic features robust, high-quality Porcher Skytex fabric and durable sheathed lines. Reinforced attachment points, clean stitching, and a carefully balanced line plan mean you get a wing that resists wear without sacrificing performance.BGD Epic

BGD’s Quality Commitment

All BGD gliders go through meticulous quality checks before leaving the factory. From test flights to tension tuning, your wing arrives ready for action. That’s the BGD promise—performance, integrity, and support.BGD Epic

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Use Tips for Maximizing Your Epic Experience

• ✅ Kiting Practice: Spend time on the ground mastering inflation—it translates directly to flight confidence

• ✅ Active Flying: As you grow, gently practice weight-shift and brake coordination to explore the Epic’s agility

• ✅ Pre-Flight Check: Always inspect lines, risers, and cell openings before each session

• ✅ Trim Tuning: Check trims regularly for symmetry to maintain optimal performance

• ✅ Weather Matching: The Epic handles well in moderate conditions—fly within your experience level

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BGD Epic suitable for absolute beginners?

Yes. While technically a low-B wing, many schools and new pilots use the Epic immediately after initial training due to its ease of use and strong passive safety.

How does it compare to higher-level wings?

The Epic provides a surprising level of performance for its class. While not as high-performing as EN-C wings, it offers playful handling and efficiency for early XC flights.

Can I fly the Epic in thermals?

Absolutely. Thermalling is one of the Epic’s strongest suits. The wing naturally finds and holds core lift with smooth, agile turning.

Does it come with a rucksack and risers?

Yes. The Epic includes risers and comes packaged with a well-designed BGD rucksack for easy transport.

How long will the Epic last with regular use?

Thanks to durable fabrics and a reinforced design, you can expect many seasons of reliable use—especially with basic care and storage.

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Compare the Epic to Similar Wings

The Epic stands out as a more engaging wing that encourages skill-building without sacrificing comfort.

The BGD Fly is your ultimate companion for hike-and-fly missions, travel, and light paragliding adventures. Whether you’re a mountain explorer, casual pilot, or backcountry enthusiast, this wing offers the perfect balance of lightweight construction, intuitive handling, and reliable performance. Designed with both freedom and functionality in mind, the BGD Fly ensures every flight is enjoyable, safe, and smooth.https://www.instagram.com/paragliding_explorer_wing_shop?igsh=bGg2dWxqNzQ1bzF4&utm_source=qr

Right from the start, you’ll notice how effortlessly the BGD Fly inflates. Thanks to its ultralight materials and carefully optimized internal structure, it rises evenly and requires minimal effort. As a result, launching becomes more accessible—even in tight or low-wind scenarios. Additionally, its compact size and reduced weight make it ideal for hike-and-fly routes where every gram counts.https://paraglidingexplorer.com/product/swing-escape-reserve-parachute/

Glide performance BGD Fly

Once in the air, the BGD Fly showcases its smooth and agile character. Pilots experience a wing that responds precisely to brake inputs while maintaining strong internal pressure and stability. Therefore, carving thermals or flying ridge lift becomes a pleasure rather than a challenge. Furthermore, the glider’s dampened pitch behavior increases comfort, especially in active conditions.

Durability

hasn’t been forgotten either. Although lightweight, the BGD Fly is constructed with a blend of robust fabrics and smart reinforcements. This ensures longevity without adding bulk. So, whether you’re flying frequently or stashing it for remote adventures, you can trust it will perform consistently.BGD Epic

Additionally, the Fly’s EN certification adds another layer of reassurance. Newer pilots benefit from passive safety, while experienced ones appreciate the wing’s versatility. It’s truly built for pilots who want freedom without compromise.BGD Epic

In conclusion, the BGD Fly is an ultralight paraglider that delivers impressive agility, efficient glide, and dependable safety in one compact package. Whether you’re trekking high altitudes or chasing thermals close to home, the Fly turns every journey into a rewarding flight.BGD Epic

Technical Specification

Sizes	XS	S	M	ML	L
Linear scaling factor	0.96	1	1.04	1.08	1.12
Projected area (M²)	17.9	19.6	21.2	22.8	24.5
Flat area (M²)	21	23	25	26.8	28.9
Glider weight (KG)	4.2	4.6	4.9	5.1	5.4
Total line length (M)	210	230	250	268	289
Height (M)	6.7	7	7.3	7.5	7.8
Number of main lines (A/B/C)	3/4/3
Cells	42
Flat aspect ratio	5
Projected aspect ratio	3.6
Root chord (M)	2.6	2.7	2.8	2.9	3
Flat span (M)	10.2	10.7	11.2	11.6	12
Projected span (M)	8	8.4	8.8	9.07	9.4
Trim speed (KM/H)	38
Top Speed (KM/H)	50
Min Sink (M/S)	1
Best Glide	9
In-flight weight range (KG)	50-65	60-80	75-95	90-110	105-125
Certification	EN/LTF-B

BGD Epic Colours

Standard Colours for this product are Spring, Summer, Winter

BGD Epic Info

Designed to satisfy your uncontrollable urge for flying, the EPIC is an intuitive, safe and graphically appealing paraglider. Bruce has packed lots of high-tech design solutions into the EPIC so you can enjoy your journey at your own pace.

Designed for peace of mind no matter what you meet on your journey, she will reassure while you slay that flaming dragon thermal, and see you safely past the snaking valley breeze. A shark nose, mini-ribs, light and efficient speed bar, elliptical tips and a safe but sharp brake range work together for optimal safety, handling, and performance.

The EPIC will give you the confidence to make your journey over the highest mountains, across the deepest valleys and to the ends of the earth and back.BGD Epic EN-B glider

Target

Once upon a time in a land far, far away (1989 on the Isle of Wight, UK), a younger Bruce Goldsmith toiled night and day, cramming all his ideas into the Black Magic. This paraglider was to fulfill his dreams and take him into the history books.BGD Epic EN-B glider

Now, with the EPIC, fellow pilots can follow on his flight path and embark on their own epic journey. If the passion for flight burns inside you, the EPIC will set you free with, literally, flying colours. The EPIC is ideal for pilots about to leave their house thermal for the first time, and a fun all-rounder for seasoned pilots.BGD Epic EN-B glider

Features

Impeccable Spiral Behaviour

The spiral behaviour is astounding – spiral stability can be a problem with low aspect-ratio beginner wings, but BGDhave tested the paraglider extensively, with different inclinations and sink rates, and never, ever has it stayed in a spiral, once! This is very unusual for a school glider and is a big safety bonus.BGD Epic EN-B glider

Baby A-Riser

BGD has added a ‘big ears’ A riser which is also on a ½ ratio with the rest of the A lines. This facilitates easy use of big ears while helping speed and stability while on bar. The speed system is light and simple without reflex really helping glide at speed.

Snap Locks

Snap Locks are lightweight, compact attachments that effortlessly connect the brakes to the risers. A small focused magnet inside the catch and an internal locking system hold the handle in place, releasing only if the handles are pulled down towards the pilot. This unique design feature means the handles don’t fall off while kiting, packing, or performing manoeuvres. The Snap Lock system solves many of the problems associated with press-studs and magnets.

Progressive Stability

Progressive stability has been designed into all our gliders to help pilots feel turbulence and avoid it. This makes for safer and more comfortable flying.

Cord Cut Billow (CCB)

Cord Cut Billow technology has been developed to improve the form friction, glider stability and overall performance of our paragliders. Two seams run chord-wise across the top panels of the leading edge to accommodate the panel ballooning that happens when the wing is inflated. Up to five centimetres of excess material is created on the sides of an inflated flat panel bending over a wing profile. Cord Cut Billow technology absorbs the material with a 3D panel resulting in fewer ripples and improved rib profile shape and stability.

Weight-Optimised Ribs

BGD has maintained the strength and rigidity of the ribs while removing unnecessary material. This means less weight for no increase in cost or reduction in strength of the wing. The hole positioning and size depends on the loads taken locally by the sail, and it is thanks to recent developments in our software that it is now possible to accurately calculate this.BGD Epic beginner paraglider

Triple Finger Diagonals

Across the whole chord of the profile, BGD has designed three-piece diagonal supports that pass through the holes in other ribs. They ensure structural integrity by avoiding cloth bias from the ribs and creating a more solid wing even when the brake is applied. This is particularly important near the trailing edge since the profile is thin and the diagonal ribs are shallow supporting higher loads.

Optimized Line Layout BGD Fly

Over the years BGD has perfected our system of optimising the line layout of our wings. BGD use numerous equations, software, and the plain old guess-and-check method to build BGD line layouts. The result is simple: fewer lines making stronger, faster gliders

Eyes Wide-Open Safety

Gliders that talk are safer. Safer gliders make pilots perform better. Better performing pilots fly further. Further flying pilots are happier pilots. Eyes Wide-open Safety produces happier pilots.BGD Epic low B wing

Designers Notes BGD Fly

I know how privileged I am to have found such an extraordinary sport. During my own journey I have worked out exactly what a pilot preparing to embark on their own such voyage needs. I wrote a list of requirements and designed the EPIC with this in mind.

The easy aspect ratio of 5.0 is the perfect balance between safety and performance. With only 42 optimised cells the EPIC is a simple, rugged, and very clean paraglider. I gave the EPIC an easy pitch profile and arc for a high degree of passive safety, allowing the pilot to concentrate on the flying.

I wish I could have had an EPIC when my story began! – Bruce, BGD

Flying Style/Level

BGD Epic Package includes

• BGD T-shirt
• Riser bag
• Stuff sack
• Repair kit
• Speed bar
• Rucksack
• Paraglider
• BGD stickers
• USB stick with manuals
• Compression strap