Epicene pro 116

The Squirrel Epicene Pro 116 is an ultra-low-bulk 7-cell main parachute designed specifically for wingsuit skydiving, known for its consistent on-heading openings and exceptionally small pack volume.

It is primarily constructed from Porcher Sport PN9 material, which allows it to pack approximately 30% smaller than standard Zero-P (ZP) canopies.

Technical Specifications
According to SkyGear Hub and Squirrel, the 116-square-foot model features the following technical data:

Canopy Weight: 4.50 lbs.

Pack Volume: 3.7 GDLC.

Chord Length: 2.299 meters.

Cell Count: 7 cells.

Lines: Standard with 725lb Spectra lines.

Materials: Porcher Sport PN9 low-bulk fabric on main surfaces and ribs, with a ZP leading edge for durability.

Performance Characteristics

The Epicene series is highly regarded for its reliability during the deployment phase, though it sacrifices some glide performance compared to 9-cell designs.

Openings: Reviewers on Squirrel.ws  praise it for “best-in-class” opening behavior, specifically noted for being soft, quick, and almost always on-heading even with large wingsuits.

Handling: It has a sporty feel with direct control inputs. Some users on Reddit noted that front riser pressure can be high, making turns more difficult than on other models like the Pilot 7.

Landing and Flare: The Epicene Pro 2 version features significantly improved flare performance over the original series, though it performs best when loaded at 1.2 or less.

Ease of Packing: The low-bulk material is noted by experts at The Ranch Pro Shop as being highly formable and easy to manage during the fold, making it much simpler to pack than standard ZP canopies.

Purchasing Options
The Squirrel Epicene Pro 116 is available through several specialized skydiving equipment retailers like us

Epicene pro 116
Epicene pro 116
Epicene pro 116