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Varios and GPS: How to choose the right instrument for your practice? In paragliding, instrumentation isn't there to fly for you, but to extend your senses. Whether you're a beginner, a Hike & Fly enthusiast, or a competitive...
A reserve parachute not repacked for a year is a reserve you *hope* will open. Hoping, in flight, is not enough. Here's what you need to know.
The perfect paraglider doesn't exist. But yours does. Skill level, PTV, flying style, temperament: here's how to find the wing that truly suits you, by an instructor who has seen thousands.
Winter Flying: Mastering Stable Aerology and Cold Weather Gear. When snow covers the take-offs, a hushed atmosphere settles over our sites. While many pilots store their wings, winter still offers exceptional conditions...
Parakiting: The True Next Level for Experienced Paragliders (Because circling at 1500 m/ground level gets old after five minutes). If you already have over 150-200 flight hours, know your wings inside out, and are starting to...
Paragliding is a thrilling activity that allows you to soar over France's diverse landscapes, from the majestic Alps to coastal dunes. However, flight conditions change considerably with the seasons, influenced by weather, wind, and...
New Releases from Niviuk, Advance, and Ozone at Coupe Icare 2025. Coupe Icare 2025, held from September 16 to 21 in Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet, France, once again brought together thousands of free flight enthusiasts under a radiant alpine sky...
Paragliding, an aerial sport combining freedom and adrenaline, has evolved since 2000 thanks to advancements in design, materials, and safety, making the sport more accessible and high-performing.
The importance of SIV courses in paragliding to improve your piloting skills. In a previous article, we explored the importance of ground handling to master the basics of paragliding and lay the foundations for safe piloting. Today, let's delve into...
To improve your paragliding comfort and become one with the wing, you have two tools: ground handling and piloting courses in a safe environment. Ground handling, which is essential, will allow you to transform your wing into an extension...
You have an advanced pilot's license, you're proficient in thermal flying, and you've completed your first short cross-country flights? Why not get into competition? There's no need to
Common Mistakes Beginner Paraglider Pilots Make and How to Avoid Them. Paragliding is an aerial sport, but above all, it's a precise and rigorous aeronautical activity. It's equipment that forgives many errors compared to other aircraft, which can sometimes lead to laxity or overconfidence.
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