Advance are launching their first ever serial acro wing, the Omikron, in April 2016. They say it combines well-balanced high level dynamics with uncomplicated handling, and is directed at keen acro pilots and professionals. Developed by experienced acro pilots, it is capable of the trickiest of manoeuvres. Advance say: The wing’s Infinity behaviour is very harmonic […] …read more
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‘Tracking the River Paranapanema’ with Lu Marini
‘Tracking the River Paranapanema’ with Lu Marini …read more
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Sol Sycross One: high-end EN B
Sol say the new Sycross One is a high-end B wing, aimed at frequent flyers wanting a high-performing but safe paraglider. The third EN-B wing in Sol’s current range, they describe it as their ‘thermal-snooping cross-country performer’. Half of all pilots fly in B class and with the Sycross One we offer now the whole spectrum in this […] …read more
Sky Country Muscat 3: EN-A paraglider
Russian manufacturer Sky Country have announced a forthcoming new EN-A school paraglider, called the Muscat 3. It replaces the Muscat 2, which had EN-B certification. They say it is a nice easy wing for school pilots, but is agile for its class, a trait that more experienced pilots will appreciate too. The Muscat 3 has a modest aspect ratio […] …read more
Video: Swing’s Ram Air Section Technology (RAST)
There has much online discussion about RAST, Swing’s innovative Ram Air Section Technology paraglider design, as used on the EN-A Mito. Swing claim RAST is a huge leap forward in paraglider safety. Swing have released the video above to explain in detail what RAST is, and how it works. They say the primary benefits are: Firstly, particularly […] …read more
Safety: Free line kit for Advance Epsilon 7 and Zeta models
Advance are advising the retrofitting of a free line kit to Epsilon 7 and Zeta paragliders, to bring them up to the latest strength safety standards. The announcement on 10 March 2016 explains the move is “to conform to the latest, more stringent safety standards” although both wings conform to the existing norms and minimum strength […] …read more
Cross mode with Kurt Eder and the Skin
Cross mode with Kurt Eder and the Skin …read more
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Hernan Pitocco joins the Ozone Team
We are excited to announce a new partnership with Hernan Pitocco. We have long admired Hernan’s imaginative projects around the world; his sense of adventure and his eye for airborne beauty have created some of the most impressive images seen in our sport. He has been an overall world cup champion, an XC distance world record holder, and has pioneered vol-biv routes in the Himalaya and Andes, making him a veteran of all disciplines. We look forward to supporting Hernan on his future adventures, and sharing the results with you. Cheers, from all the Team.
Follow Hernan’s adventures:
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@hpitocco on instagram
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Bright Open 2016
Bright Open 2016 …read more
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Nelson PG Open 2016 round 2, New Zealand
The Nelson PG Open round 2 (2016 Paragliding New Zealand Nationals) has come to a close after 4 valid tasks ending with Harald Wilhelm in 1st on his Mantra M6, Russell Read in 2nd on his Mantra M6, and Abelardo Laguna in 3rd on an Enzo. This national comp looks like a blast with plenty of local craft brews, local gelato, and barbies galore. We recommend taking a look through the comp blog as well as the official video to see how well run and fun this comp is. Full results are also available.
Congrats to all the competitors and cheers from all the team!
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