AirDesign’s single-surface UFO certified

AirDesign’s UFO has been certified LTF/EN B in the largest, 21m² size (75-90kg) – the world’s first certified single-surface glider. The Ultralight Flying Object is extremely light at 2.0kg, and compact. AD say it’s the perfect tool for Alpine use, and with the new certification it might appeal even more to para-alpinists and hike-and-flyers. AD […] …read more

Source:: Cross Country – International Free Flying Magazine

GoPro for a cause: the Nepal Earthquake

In the spring of 2015, a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Nepal killed 8,000 people and injured 21,000 more. Entire communities literally crumbled—and the free flight pilots of the Cloudbase Foundation, already working in Nepal, realised they were in a unique position to help. They loaded up their vehicles and headed directly to the epicentre […] …read more

Source:: Cross Country – International Free Flying Magazine

AirDesign Vita2: EN-B cruiser

Dubbed their “intermediate cruiser for everyone”, the Vita2 is a new low-end EN-B paraglider from AirDesign. Designer Stephan Stiegler goes so far as to say it’s: The best glider that I’ve designed to date! AirDesign say the Vita2 offers easy and relaxed flying, combining a high level of passive safety with good performance and direct handling. They add that it’s […] …read more

Source:: Cross Country – International Free Flying Magazine

LM6: LIGHTWEIGHT HIGH PERFORMANCE

For those seeking the ultimate 3-liner for vol-biv adventure, and who want the highest performance with the lightest pack, the LM6 is now in production and ready to order.

The LM6 is the light version of the Mantra M6. We applied the proven lightweight construction techniques that have made OZONE a leader of light equipment for more than a decade to one of the most successful Performance-Competition wings in our range. The result, we think, speaks for itself.

Check the LM6 product page for more info.

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Source:: Ozone Paragliders

Windtech Loop 2 freestyle paraglider

Windtech’s new freestyle and acro glider, the Loop 2, is available now, suitable for new freestylers through to experienced acro flyers. It’s capable of doing all the manoeuvres, tricks and transitions, Windtech say, but will look after a pilot as he or she learns them. The enhanced geometry, the vault height and a special line rigging offers an […] …read more

Source:: Cross Country – International Free Flying Magazine

Apco Force II – intermediate PPG wing

The Force II is Apco’s new reflex paramotor wing for intermediate pilots. Apco say it’s an efficient wing for cross-country flying, yet agile and fun to fly, perfect for para-football (see the official Force II video, below). The Force II features tip-steering and Apco’s Automatic Balance System (ABS): ABS® is a system which automatically and gradually pulls […] …read more

Source:: Cross Country – International Free Flying Magazine

Cloudbase Foundation in Nepal

After the disastrous earthquake in Nepal last year, Karma Flights and The Cloudbase Foundation jumped to action and raised truly impactful amounts of support in both supplies and monetary donations. OZONE provided a donation of $10,000.00 to support the recovery efforts of the foundation. But, they are still on the ground and continue their efforts to help those that need assistance and to rebuild the communities that were devastated.

For the next 5 weeks, GoPro Inc. will be matching all donations to The Cloudbase Foundation. You can double your impact by donating at that link and help us give back to those that live in the places we love to fly. Watch the first video below to see how far the efforts have gone and what’s left to do.

In the second short film, a traveling artist brings some color and peace to the locals in the aftermath of the disastrous earthquake. The benefit of public art is tangible, but incalculable, and the work of Jeremy Collins in Nepal was well timed.

Again, GoPro Inc. will be matching all donations to the Cloudbase Foundation for the next five weeks – please consider supporting their mission, as …read more

Source:: Ozone Paragliders