UK’s hang glider and paraglider pilots hug out their differences in the first known hang gliding Vs paragliding team competition, held 23-24 August (with two days’ notice!). Hugh Miller reports The banter and friendly rivalry had been building all summer. “Guys just look how many 100k flights the paragliders are doing, get out there and […] …read more
Airbag for Apco Hike paraglider harness
Apco now make an airbag for their lightweight reversible Hike harness. They say the light, durable and aerodynamic airbag has a large and effective volume, and it will only add 220g to the weight of your harness. www.apcoaviation.com …read more
Neo Reserve Container and Spreaders
French lightweight specialists Neo have released a new rescue container called The Container. It comes in three sizes (M, L and Tube) and with either 80cm risers (2 single attachment points on the main karabiner) or 125cm risers (2 attachment points on the shoulders straps) and suits a range of lightweight reserve parachutes. EN1651 certification […] …read more
Hike-and-fly harness from 777
Triple Seven Gliders have unveiled their first lightweight hike and fly harness. You can buy it as a straightforward harness, or reversible with a rucksack. www.777gliders.com …read more
Sonchaux Acro Show and Swiss Championship. Acro at its best!
Sonchaux Acro Show and Swiss Championship. Acro at its best! …read more
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Tim Rochas is the 2014 Youth France Champion
Tim Rochas is the 2014 Youth France Champion …read more
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Skyman String and Coconea Lite harnesses
Lightweight specialists Skyman have released two new lightweight harnesses. First up, the super-skinny String weighs less than 300g, including AustriAlpin Stratus karabiners and is the ultimate in brevity for mountain descents or hike-and-fly. You can get an airbag and front-mount Ultra-Cross lightweight reserve (925g for loads up to 100kg) for it, as optional extras. There’s also […] …read more
Gradient Stratos softshell jacket and bamboo T-shirt
Gradient’s Stratos is a technical softshell jacket with a knitted lining. It’s a close-fitting cut, but with a lot of stretch to assure freedom of movement. Made by the prestigious producer of Toray – Japan. Highly resistant soft-shell of high quality, fitted design and outstanding elasticity guarantees top comfort and freedom of movement. It’s an […] …read more
Nicole Fedele winner of the PWC Macedonia
Nicole Fedele winner of the PWC Macedonia …read more
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Sonchaux Acro Show Day 3
Last day of the Acro Battle! Congratulations to Rafael, Eliot, and Theo! We had an epic time meeting all of the amazing acro pilots and hope to return next year for some more fun!
Source: Just Acro