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Author: bmike-chLocation: SwitzerlandSubject: Re: what age would you let your kids start paragliding?Posted: Thu May 21, 2026 9:16 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 1 My daughter showed interest and here in Switzerland they can train with an instructor starting at age 14, then apply for the exam at age 16. She has since gotten into other sports and is focusing on her academics - she is not pursuing flying, but the option is there for her. Your last question makes no[…]

Author: jmgalanLocation: ParisSubject: Re: Wing Options for heavy Pilots - XC /Thermalling usePosted: Thu May 21, 2026 6:46 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 4 Hi Jim, have a look on the Mac para Eden8 33XXL > 115-145kg [ goto post ]

Author: Knolli :: *Topic StarterLocation: MUCSubject: Re: Pilot From Ger Wants To Visit UK In July. Advice appreciatedPosted: Thu May 21, 2026 6:42 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 13 Thanks for explaining the Nelson bonmot. I like your kind of humour. As for the membership fee the checkbox for the duration didn’t work and I only read BP 35,- But the ferry might have the biggest teeth. I‘m really thankful for your kind invitations and hope not to signal any signs[…]

Author: springyu :: *Topic StarterSubject: what age would you let your kids start paragliding?Posted: Thu May 21, 2026 5:58 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 1 Hey everyone!  I’ve been thinking a lot about the next generation of pilots lately. For those of you who have children, at what age would you consider letting them take their first real steps into the world of paragliding?  Obviously, tandem flights with mom or dad can happen pretty early on. But when it comes to[…]

Author: Renato SkaLocation: BrazilSubject: GTO3 DNA EDELPosted: Thu May 21, 2026 5:57 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 165 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2ByqcJMSp7g?feature=share GTO3 Flying with friends... climbing together and gliding with EN/D wings... without straining... great stability and precision in flight. GTO3 is a wing that is performing very well in championships here in Brazil. I continue using size L (100/115) flying at 110 kg. I found the ideal weight for cross-country flights. Renato Ska @renatoskayoutube [ goto post ]

Author: EduardoLocation: Buenos Aires, ArgentinaSubject: Re: Gaggle reduction?Posted: Thu May 21, 2026 4:07 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 12 Fortunately I do not consider you as thick as a plank ! But there is a difference between "gaggle reduction" and "changing the dynamics of gaggle efficiency". I never promised a breakthrough in the second "quote". Gaggle efficiency will remain a prevailing strategy. As for the first "quote", and now this will seem obvious after clearing up the misunderstanding, there are two[…]

Author: monakaSubject: Re: pgpilot.app - flight companion with groups, comms, ++Posted: Thu May 21, 2026 2:41 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 21 monaka wrote: This honestly sounds like one of the more complete modern paragliding ecosystems I’ve seen, especially because you’re solving the real-world group flying problems instead of just adding another vario/map app. The live pilot tracking, integrated LTE comms, and navigation-to-buddy features with TBS bearing, glide, and distance info are genuinely useful for XC groups, and the KV4P bridge[…]

Author: pdealejandroLocation: Potrero de los Funes - SL - ArgentinaSubject: Re: Wing Options for heavy Pilots - XC /Thermalling usePosted: Wed May 20, 2026 23:47 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 4 I'd say if you can lose a few kg, then choose a lightweight equipment. You'll find a complete kit for under 15 kg easily. And look for some wing that climbs quite well at the upper limit of the weight range. [ goto post ]