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Author: AlikNSubject: Re: Nova Artus Xalps podPosted: Sat May 23, 2026 21:46 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 78 There is velcro on the end of the inflating tube on the airbag, …is there spot where that end can be held in place? [ goto post ]

Author: robgmailSubject: Re: what age would you let your kids start paragliding?Posted: Sat May 23, 2026 20:59 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 7 springyu wrote: 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?  Never. I am taking my son kite surfing. Paragliding is one of those things you have to do under[…]

Author: RandomblokeLocation: Kent, UKSubject: Re: Low-B glider that behaves calmly in turbulent airPosted: Sat May 23, 2026 20:30 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 15 You don't say where are, so it's hard to advise, but if you are close to one, got to a Testival, if you are not consider travelling..._________________SteveU "Never more to sing again, the Forty Shades Of Green." [ goto post ]

Author: tomtompilot :: *Topic StarterSubject: Re: skywalk range x-alps 3 + Charly Target Cross Steerable LT 12Posted: Sat May 23, 2026 20:00 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 2 super thanks - that kinda anwsers my question [ goto post ]

Author: Sascha1987 :: *Topic StarterSubject: Re: Nova vortex vs Gin camino 2Posted: Sat May 23, 2026 19:35 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 1 I forgot, very important, weight range: i fly with a TOW between 95 and 100. The bare minimum when I eat well for a week and dress nicely, is probably around 94-95kg TOW, if it's cold and some colleagues had birthday party, then the TOW is closer to 100kg. Unfortunately enough I realized most wing producers decided that[…]

Author: Sascha1987 :: *Topic StarterSubject: Nova vortex vs Gin camino 2Posted: Sat May 23, 2026 19:08 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 1 Hello, Alpine flyer here. I have been flying maestro X Alps for 4 years for on average 60 hours a year. My wing is now 7 years old and will soon need a replacement. I participate with little success to 3-4 comps a year in order to to have fun and feel very safe and well under my wing.[…]

Author: Randombloke :: *Topic StarterLocation: Kent, UKSubject: SRS Skywalk Edition, Bassano, Italy (23-30 May)Posted: Sat May 23, 2026 18:44 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 0 Posted on behalf of Ruth Jessop The 15th SRS takes off this weekend in a stunning venue, where the Italian plains meet the great alpine chain. With epic views of the Dolomites, tasks will mix flats and mountains. He or she who wins, in the land of paragliding and prosecco, will need a very versatile skill[…]

Author: mdbSubject: Re: Which radio headset for paragliding?Posted: Sat May 23, 2026 18:36 UTC (GMT 0)Topic Replies: 12 ManDay wrote: I deleted my previous post, asking about throat microphones; because after a little bit of research they don't really seem to perform all that well. I would like to continue this topic anyway, because I'm also looking for a wind resistant headset for an open helmet. I found this, for example, and now I'm looking for an affordable version I[…]