Sailing the 7 Skies

21/05/2026

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Report: Testival at Wasserkuppe 2026
Here, flying in the Rhön is beautifully combined with the opportunity to test the latest UP paragliders.

Approximately 200 pilots attended the event from May 2-3, 2026. Our MANA 2 (EN/LTF A, Light), MAKALU 5 (EN/LTF B), LHOTSE X (EN/LTF B, Light, 2.5-liner), and TORRE (EN/LTF C, 2-liner) were especially of interest. We’re thrilled by all the positive feedback and we're particularly pleased, that pilots who were initially skeptical about whether the LHOTSE X, as a 2.5-liner, was right for them, praised the glider after trying it out. The initial “reluctance” toward the hybrid design gave way to an appreciation of its advantages: less drag, better performance, etc. It was a bit too windy for flying at times this weekend, which is why there was also a lot of groundhandling. The expansive and relatively flat slopes of the Wasserkuppe are ideal for this. The organizer has posted a video of the event - the interview with UP starts at the 3-minute mark.

What makes this Testival so special?

The Wasserkuppe airfield is a historic site (the cradle of gliding in Germany)
Access by car is possible
Food and lodging available directly on the Wasserkuppe
If you missed this year’s Testival, you can already mark your calendars for May 8-9, 2027.

12/05/2026

In test bij S7S!

TORRE out and about worldwide

The UP TORRE is being hailed by pilots and distributors worldwide as a game-changer in the EN-C category, combining high-speed performance with the reassuring comfort typically found in a relaxed EN-B wing. Testers highlight its effortless rear-riser steering, exceptional turning precision across various harness types, and surprisingly stable "big ears," making it a versatile powerhouse for the upcoming XC season.

Nice to see, you're having fun out there with our new 2-liner and thanks for the feedback! To see all of the feedback texts of the pilots, you can visit our news section on the UP Website!

It’s safe to assume that we’ll be getting even more feedback soon, once the season really gets going and the remaining, eagerly awaited TORRE shipments arrive to pilots around the world. So please keep posting and sending feedback! We love seeing your photos and videos and hearing the best stories about your adventures with the TORRE - as well as, of course, with our other models. Mention and tag us on Instagram for a chance to have your post shared by us. Thank you!



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06/05/2026

06/05/2026

152 km with the TRANGO X (EN/LTF C) in Switzerland

Jan Necas reports on his “longest flight worldwide that day, that wasn't done with a 2-liner.”

We’re thrilled by the positive feedback on our 2.5-liner TRANGO X and how it performs in rough conditions. In Jan’s words:

“This was my first attempt for a bigger triangle in Europe. I chose a day that looked decent on the forecast but ended up having quite a lot of east wind up high, and north as the day progressed so most of the flight has been really turbulent and fairly low for Swiss standarts. In the end 200km FAI was possible, but I planned the day quite conservatively and didn't bother changing plans mid air. TRANGO X was dancing waltz above my head most of the day, so I was quite happy being on a hybrid and not a two-liner. That day I was the longest non-two-liner flight in the world."

We congratulate him on this achivement and are keeping our fingers crossed for the best flying conditions on his next attempt! All details are available on https://www.xcontest.org/world/en/flights/detail:Pompidy/23.4.2026/08:14