Jeff Goin tries out the new Charger, a full reflex wing aimed at newer pilots It was very easy to launch – very easy. Light wind reverses, where backwards walking is needed, were easy. Even after letting it fall back slightly, it would recover overhead nicely once we scored some thrust. Trimmers were set about […] …read more
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Air Design Rise 2 SL, high-end EN B
Sharp handling and the ability to fine-tune your thermalling using AirDesign’s ‘brake-shifting’ make this a standout in the high-end EN-B class, writes Ed Ewing My first flight on the Rise 2 SL was in Colombia, from a grassy launch in the Cauca Valley, close to the town of Roldanillo. I was quite nervous: new wing, […] …read more
MacPara Elan review, EN C
At last, a real EN-C wing!’ Alpine guide Kelly Farina said on the Elan’s release. Mac Para say it’s, “The new relaxing way to enjoy paragliding.” Marcus King finds out for himself I reviewed the EN-B Eden 5 last winter and enjoyed its dynamic direct handling and secure, forgiving nature. After the review I chatted […] …read more
Gradient Aspen 5 review, EN C
Marcus King discovers an intuitive-handling wing at the top of the C-class “It’s got no lines!” was my first thought when we unpacked the Aspen 4 for review back in 2012. In the air, the wing was like a motorbike with a very tight throttle, responding immediately to small inputs. We concluded it was one […] …read more
Jorge Atramiz shows us round Hawaii
Hello Hawaii. Photographer Jorge Atramiz takes us on a journey through the magnificent aerial landscapes of his home state. When we asked Jorge Atramiz to put together a set of photographs that captured the spirit of Hawaii, he said Sure, no problem, But I might have to get a few more shots. Four months later […] …read more
Mexican Gold! At the Worlds 2015 with Antoine
“Can you take some photos for us when you are there please Antoine?” we asked. “You betcha!” Antoine Boisselier not only took his camera to the Hang Gliding World Championships in Mexico and got us loads of photos, he came back with a Silver Medal! Congratulations Antoine! And congratulations of course to the new Hang […] …read more
Tracing the Tiete: Paramotoring in Brazil
Lu Marini flies the length of one of Brazil’s most industrialised rivers… Lu Marini is a Brazilian TV adventurer with a passion for flight. His previous paramotor expeditions have seen him fly 3,000km along the length of Brazil’s coastline, and explore the Amazon. Last year, looking for a new challenge and a new motivation, he […] …read more
Cross Country 159: What’s in the latest issue…
Hold your breath! Matt Gerdes is about to take you deep, deep inside the mind of one our most breathtaking cousins – the wingsuiting Base jumper. Imagine hovering silently just near the summit of a massive peak, with a near vertical 3,000m wall beside you. Not in the rattling chaos of a helicopter, not sitting in […] …read more
Nova Altus all-round harness
Nova have released a lightweight all-round harness, the Altus, which has a pre-inflated airbag for protection. It is aimed at a wide range of pilots for all sorts of flying. Nova say the pre-inflating airbag gives the Altus very good passive safety, offering protection even before launch thanks to a durable foam mesh which expands as soon […] …read more
Aircross Double U: solo / tandem
Aircross say their new 41m2 Double U paraglider is EN-B certified for solo or tandem use, rated from 130-220kg. The company say it is exceptionally easy to launch and has high passive safety in flight while still being agile and fun to fly. The Double U’s gliding performance has benefitted from the V-ribs and rigid foils that support the profile, […] …read more