KARMA SPORT (KARMA SP) –
APCO’s new beginner / intermediate wing.
It belongs to the Karma family and is designed to satisfy pilots who desire top notch, sharp handling. A lightweight, pilot friendly, easy launching, safe, fun wing.

It is offered side by side with Karma. We felt that now is the time to launch an additional beginner / intermediate wing which has a lot in common with Karma’s philosophy, but is aimed at pilots looking for something different – a glider with sharp, immediate response (handling inspired by Vista), a glider in line with the recent trend for a light, low weight, low pack volume wing – the result is KARMA SP.

With performance above the Karma and wings weight lighter by almost a kilo,KARMA SP feels fresh, fun and reassuring. Equipped with all new FLEXON battens across the span on L/E, significantly lower line drag, made from new lightweight cloth – KARMA SP is our latest masterpiece for you to appreciate.

KARMA SP Paramotor Version

KARMA SP was extensively tested for freeflying as well as under power and its equally well suited for both – making it a great wing for paramotor lovers too. Those of you who love Karma will love the SP even more. The KARMA SP’s overall behavior is perfectly tuned for motorised flight. From easy nil wind inflation and launching to ultra-safe stability, the KARMA SP offers the ideal solution for paramotor schools and pilots – comes on request with purpose built risers with trimmers.

KARMA SP- Spirit in Motion

DESIGN FEATURES

Sophisticated profile for improved performance
Split A riser for perfect launch and big ears
FLEXON® battens for wider speed range, constant launch behaviour, improved performance and extended longevity of the wing
Advanced riser system
Stainless Steel hardware
Anti-twist swivel and neodynium magnet brake handle
Distinctive top and bottom color design
Famous APCO long lasting double coated cloth – ensures high resale value

TECHNICAL DATA

	X-Small	Small	Medium	Large
Product Code	14110	14210	14310	14410
Cells	38	39	41	43
Area [m²]	25.6	26.6	28.6	30.6
Area (projected) [m²]	22.6	23.6	25.6	27.6
Span [m]	11.06	11.41	12.12	12.12
Span (projected) [m]	8.79	9.14	9.85	10.56
Aspect Ratio	4.8	4.9	5.1	5.4
Aspect Ratio (projected)	3.4	3.5	3.8	4.0
Pilot Weight (all up) P/G [kg]	50-75	60-90	80-110	100-130
Pilot Weight (all up) P/M [kg]	60-100	70-115	85-135	110-165
Canopy Weight [kg]	5.2	5.4	5.7	6.0
Root Chord [m]	2.84	2.84	2.84	2.84
Tip Chord [m]	0.48	0.48	0.48	0.48
Length of Lines on B [m]	7.4	7.7	8.2	8.7
Total Length of Lines [m]	374	412	448	473

CERTIFICATION

Size	Certification Type
Extra-Small	Pending
Small	EN
Medium	EN
Large	EN
Load Test– 170 Kg Max load (Paramotor application), Click for Certification

The KARMA SP S size was awarded 153 A ratings and only 3 B ratings.
The KARMA SP M size was awarded 162 A ratings and only 2 B ratings.
For a glider of this performance and handling it is a remarkable result, especially when analysing the points which were B rated. Both gliders received B rating at maximum weight for acheiving sink rate more than 14 m./sec. in 2 turns – a result which is a must for a glider with good handling and all beginner class good handling gliders are on the market rated B on this point.

The M size also was rated B for assymetric accelerated flight at maximum weight – due to extended speed range on the glider at top speed on assymetric collapse it may change the direction just over 90 degrees, but has very mild dumped out response behaviour, easy to handle for every novice pilot.

The S was awarded B ratings for Big Ear opening at minimum weight on trim and accelerated flight – reopening of Big Ears is spontaneous and even in just over 3 seconds which in our opinion is the way it should be as it allows for smooth, even hands free reopening of Big Ears and is to the pilot’s advantage, even if formally rated B.

PERFORMANCE

V-min [km/h]	20
V-trim [km/h]	37
V-max [km/h]	46
Min Sink [m/s]	1.1

COLOR OPTIONS

Option Number

Color Design

CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS

Materials

The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel.

Fabric
Sail Cloth	42 g/m² “Zero Porosity” Ripstop Nylon
Rib Reinforcement	FLEXON® batten system
Warranty	3 years / 250 Hours

	Material	Diameter [mm]	Strength [kg]
Top	Dyneema	1.1	95
Top c; d; Lower St	Super Aramid	1.2	110
Bottom C1,3,5;D1,3;Mid a,b	Super Aramid	1.5	150
Bottom A3,5;B3,5	Super Aramid	1.8	230
Bottom A1;B1	Super Aramid	1.9	320
Brake Cascades	Dyneema	1.1	95
Steering Line	Polyester	2.0	85

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

78600P: Karma/ Karma SP Paramotor Riser

The Karma/Karma SP are also availalbe as a paramotor version using the specially designed paramotor risers with trimmer.

80025: Paramotor container (size L) for Mayday 16/18/20/Bi, 16/18/20LT and 18SLT

The best made, best looking, universal emergency parachute container designed to fit most frames, offering easy operation, safe deployment and convenient location.

50011: Custom Colour

Would you like to personalize the look of your paraglider? All APCO gliders can be tailored to meet your color needs.

50012: Custom Logo

Customise your glider by adding a personal or company logo.

50013: Competition Lines

Some of our gliders are available with unsheathed competition lines. If you order a new glider, it is possible to ask for it to be factory rigged with comp lines instead of standard.