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Optimum

Optimum reserve canopy opening above the clouds, freebag and pilot chute trailing
Photo: Performance Designs
ManufacturerPerformance Designs
CategorySport
Production statusIn production
Years2007–present

Specifications

Cells7[1]

Sizes

SizeRecommended max exit weight
99 sq ft (9.2 m²)[2]220 lb (99.8 kg)[2]
106 sq ft (9.8 m²)[2]220 lb (99.8 kg)[2]
113 sq ft (10.5 m²)[2]254 lb (115.2 kg)[2]
126 sq ft (11.7 m²)[2]254 lb (115.2 kg)[2]
143 sq ft (13.3 m²)[2]254 lb (115.2 kg)[2]
160 sq ft (14.9 m²)[2]265 lb (120.2 kg)[2]
176 sq ft (16.4 m²)[2]270 lb (122.5 kg)[2]
193 sq ft (17.9 m²)[2]275 lb (124.7 kg)[2]
218 sq ft (20.3 m²)[2]280 lb (127 kg)[2]
235 sq ft (21.8 m²)[2]285 lb (129.3 kg)[2]
253 sq ft (23.5 m²)[2]290 lb (131.5 kg)[2]

Prices

  • List price (US): USD 1,960 — observed 2026-10-30[3]

Indicative prices from the manufacturer or dealers on the date shown; check the current price with the seller.

Sources

  1. Optimum Reserve information sheet (sizes and release dates) — Performance Designs, accessed 2026-10-30
  2. PD Optimum (dealer listing, wing-load chart) — Wingstore, accessed 2026-10-30
  3. Optimum reserve product page — Performance Designs, accessed 2026-10-30

Last verified 2026-10-30. Compiled from manufacturer publications for education only. Always confirm with the manufacturer, your rigger and your instructor before buying or jumping any equipment.