About Us

Our Journey into Base

Our journey into BASE manufacturing began in 2018. We worked closely with Aerospace Engineers to design the first Gryphus prototypes. Thirteen physical prototypes, each one slightly different, were created and rigorously tested over 5 years and thousands of jumps.

Our products are designed in the USA and crafted with precision using top-tier materials. Each Gryphus is stitched within a state-of-the-art facility by seasoned seamstresses with decades of expertise. The Gryphus ensures unparalleled safety, reliability, and performance.

Our mission is to supply the BASE community with a truly unique parachute unlike nothing else. We created a parachute that is intuitive to fly, forgiving, and reliable. One which excels in all disciplines of BASE jumping. The Gryphus; Gravity Reimagined.

Welcome to EXILE

Our Team

Eric Kunkel

Diego Pimenta

Scott Hiscoe

Chase Reinford

David Whiteman

John Lavan