Quick answer: Dune Rider is a Dutch parakite brand with two wings. The Hopper is its all-round parakite with "accessible performance" (16, 19 and 24 m², AR 6.2–6.5, 52 cells). The Scraper is its high-performance wing (12, 16 and 20 m², AR 6.2–7.0, 58 cells). Both are shock and load tested to EN 926-1 only. Dune Rider publishes a reference wind range for every size.
About Dune Rider
Dune Rider says its parakites are "made for and developed on the dunes". Brand owner and product designer Bryan van Ostheim leads development with a team of test pilots and riders, and the brand says it designs, develops and refines its wings directly at the dunes.
Dune Rider Hopper – all-round
Dune Rider describes the Hopper as its all-round parakite, offering "a forgiving foundation for newer pilots and limitless progression for the seasoned flyer". It took the Scraper's design and tuned it for easier inflation, stall behaviour, stability and feel.
| Size | Flat area | Flat AR | Cells | Wind sweet spot (dunes)* | Extended range, expert* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 16 m² | 6.2 | 52 | 14–23 knots | 12–28 knots |
| 19 | 19 m² | 6.3 | 52 | 12–20 knots | 9–25 knots |
| 24 | 24 m² | 6.5 | 52 | 9–18 knots | 7–20 knots |
*Dune Rider's reference chart, based on an 80 kg all-up weight. Dune Rider notes that the range a pilot can comfortably fly depends on skill, turbulence, wind angle at the ridge and the type of ridge.
Materials (per Dune Rider): MJ32MF upper and lower canopy, Skytex 40D Hard internal structure, Liros lines, Edelrid Taurus risers and Ronstan Orbit 20 pulleys. Colour: pink/white/black.
Certification: Dune Rider states the Hopper is only shock and load tested to EN 926-1, with a maximum all-up weight of 119 kg.
Dune Rider Scraper – high performance
Dune Rider calls the Scraper its "ultimate high-performance parakite". It says the Scraper's roll has been maximised with a unique wingtip airfoil and an arc shape with passive-defined wingtips, and that it's designed for steep dives with strong energy retention.
| Size | Flat area | Flat AR | Cells | Weight | Wind sweet spot (dunes)* | Extended range, expert* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 12 m² | 6.2 | 58 | 3.3 kg | 20–32 knots | 16–35 knots |
| 16 | 16 m² | 6.8 | 58 | 3.9 kg | 15–27 knots | 12–32 knots |
| 20 | 20 m² | 7.0 | 58 | 4.2 kg | 12–20 knots | 9–25 knots |
*Based on an 80 kg all-up weight, per Dune Rider's reference chart.
Materials (per Dune Rider): MJ40MF upper and lower canopy, Skytex 40D Hard internal structure, Liros lines, Edelrid Taurus risers and Ronstan Orbit 20 pulleys. Colour: purple/white/black.
Certification: Dune Rider states the Scraper is only load tested to EN 926-1.
Hopper vs Scraper: the key differences
- Who it's for: Dune Rider positions the Hopper for newer through to seasoned pilots and the Scraper as its high-performance wing.
- Construction: The Hopper has 52 cells and a lighter MJ32MF canopy. The Scraper has 58 cells and MJ40MF.
- Size range: The Hopper goes larger (24 m²) for lighter wind. The Scraper goes smaller (12 m²) for strong wind.
Frequently asked questions
What size Dune Rider do I need?
Use Dune Rider's wind charts above as a starting point and adjust for your all-up weight. Our parakite size guide explains wing loading.
Are Dune Rider parakites certified?
Both are load tested to EN 926-1 only, which is a structural test, not a flight-behaviour class. What EN 926-1 means.
How does Dune Rider compare with other brands?
See our comparison of every parakite brand.
Specifications are from Dune Rider's published product pages (dune-rider.com) as at October 2026 and may change. ParaglidingShop.com.au doesn't sell Dune Rider products and isn't affiliated with Dune Rider. This article is an independent summary of publicly available manufacturer information. Always read the current Dune Rider manual before flying. Parakiting is a high-risk air sport: get proper instruction and check local rules with SAFA and the relevant land managers. Dune Rider, Hopper and Scraper are trademarks of their owner.
