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Kelly Farina / Mastering Paragliding

Last in this series. A 50+km flight around the Revine valley. Here we get low and stressed, do we make it in? Watch to find out.

  • Cross-country flying
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Cross Country Magazine

How to fly Pakistan

At Coupe Icare we asked Antoine Girard about his record 400km flight in Pakistan and what advice he would have for anyone flying in Pakistan for the first time. This is what he had to say. You can read the full account of his 400km triangle in the latest issue. *** Cross Country is the world’s international free flying magazine. Subscribers enjoy articles on new flying techniques, inspiring stories from across the world and deep dives into micro-meteorology, the latest equipment advances – and much more. As well as receiving eight premium quality issues, subscribers can access six Masterclass coaching sessions and discounts on merchandise, books, and flying accessories. Cross Country is a flying trip found nowhere else. More info: https://xcmag.com

  • Cross-country flying
  • Equipment
  • Competitions
Téo Bouvard

Thermal Hunting With Vultures | Pyrenees XC

With high clouds and light wind on the forecast, I went for a tricky XC session to Lles and across Cerdanya knowing I would probably land before coming back to goal. 00:00:00 First thermal 00:00:50 Vultures 00:02:25 Angoustrine east face 00:09:38 Pic des Mouillettes 00:12:50 Plateau before Carol valley 00:15:35 Carol west face 00:19:58 Vultures 00:22:08 Maranges plateau 00:29:11 Vulture gaggle 00:32:38 Pic Pedros 00:33:55 Northern approach of the Carabasse 00:37:11 Just enough height for one-shot pass 00:40:12 Pla de Lles 00:46:20 Strongest climb of the day out of nowhere 00:47:46 Turning back 00:49:00 Maranges west faces 00:49:48 Crossing the valley 00:51:26 Shade is not going to help 00:53:16 Low save above Palau 00:56:36 Getting flushed in east wind

  • Cross-country flying
  • Competitions
  • Travel
Ari in the Air

Paraglider Collapses at Full Speed Bar Buzzing the Ground

Paragliding Tutorial & Collapse Recovery Breakdown This is what happens when the margins get very small. Full speed. Two meters off the ground. People sitting on the deck. A bit of sporty air. The A’s start to slack. One pump on the rear riser… then he lets up. And the wing folds. 🪂 This is the LAST cohort of the Paragliding Men’s Group ever. Only two weeks left to join, limited spots. I’ve helped 70 men from 17 countries become more secure and confident, build deeper relationships, make bigger commitments, and learn the skills of communication, conflict resolution and leadership, so they can lead their families toward more joy. Apply here: https://calendly.com/ariintheair/mensgroupapplication In this breakdown we analyze a low, full-speed pass on a Zeolite GT: – “If you want to be low, you better be fast”: why airspeed is your recovery – Reading the A lines: how to see a collapse coming before it happens – The mistake: pumping the rear riser instead of holding it – Why “puppy pumps” are a habit you need to train out of yourself – How to know exactly how much rear riser input you’re giving on full speed – Controlling yaw away from the terrain with the opposite rear – Getting off the bar and switching from rears to brakes in half a second – How speed both helps and hurts when a collapse hits And more importantly: – Margins are a personal decision – Why buzzing bystanders carries a cost beyond your own risk – How Ari’s own margins have changed after years of pushing it Watch closely. Notice the A lines. Notice the left hand. Notice the exact moment the input goes away. This isn’t about shaming the pilot. He’s young, talented, and clearly loves this sport. It’s about one principle: Airspeed is safety. But speed doesn’t fix a missing input. Hold what the wing needs, for as long as it needs it. And choose your margins with your eyes open. Follow me on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/ariintheair/

  • Flying technique
  • Cross-country flying
  • Safety
Cross Country Magazine

Red Bull X-Alps and FLIGHT LEVERAGE – why it matters #paragliding

Red Bull X-Alps expert Tom Payne breaks down 'Flight Leverage' on The Paragliding Podcast – What is it and why does it matter? Find it here: https://xcmag.com/podcasts/red-bull-x-alps-whos-in-whos-out/ *** Cross Country is the world’s international free flying magazine. Subscribers enjoy articles on new flying techniques, inspiring stories from across the world and deep dives into micro-meteorology, the latest equipment advances – and much more. As well as receiving eight premium quality issues, subscribers can access six Masterclass coaching sessions and discounts on merchandise, books, and flying accessories. Cross Country is a flying trip found nowhere else. More info: https://xcmag.com

  • Cross-country flying
  • Equipment
  • Competitions
ADVANCE Paragliders

THE LOOP - MORE THAN JUST UPSIDE DOWN.

It's about courage, pushing boundaries, and turning the impossible into reality. A moment when gravity meets determination. Not just a maneuver. A milestone in paragliding history. 🪂 Lucas Ruffieux 📸 Adi Geisegger ​ #advancedadventures #paragliding #looping

  • Equipment
  • Flying technique
  • Travel
  • Cross-country flying
Cloudbase Mayhem

#284- Shackleton Aviation- Benny Abruzzo and the Balloon Flights that Changed History

Benny Abruzzo grew up inside one of the most remarkable aviation families in history. His father, Ben Sr., built the Sandia Peak Tramway, turned Albuquerque into a ballooning capital, and then — with co-pilot Max Anderson — set out to do something that had never been done: cross the Atlantic Ocean in a helium balloon. They failed on the first try, nearly dying in 50-foot seas off the coast of Iceland with no survival suits, frostbitten and beaten. A week later, Ben Sr. said: "let's try it again."

  • Cross-country flying
  • Competitions
  • Safety
  • Weather
Flybubble Paragliding

Ozone SUBLITE Paragliding Harness Review

The Sublite is an ultra-light, submarine-type competition harness which has proven its exceptional efficiency and ease of use during the X-Alps and other hike & fly races. Weighing just 1.55 kg in size M, the commercial version features targeted reinforcements in key areas for enhanced durability, while remaining the lightest sub-type race harness on the market. More about SUBLITE: https://flybubble.com/products/ozone-sublite Thanks to Liam from The Loft Workshop (https://www.theloftworkshop.co.uk) for his input and assistance on producing this video! Support Flybubble & Keep the Videos Coming! 🦅 https://flybubble.com/pages/support If you enjoy our content, here's how you can help us create more free resources for the freeflight community: 🛒 Buy Gear: Get expert service and the best equipment — https://flybubble.com/ 😃 Join the Channel: Become a member — https://www.youtube.com/flybubbleparagliding/join 💖 Donate: Click the 'Thanks' button below this video! 🤝 More Ways to Support: https://flybubble.com/pages/support Engage With Us 😁 👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Comment | 🏹 Share Free Resources 📚 Knowledge Base — https://flybubble.com/pages/knowledge-base YouTube Community — https://www.youtube.com/flybubbleparagliding/community Connect & Follow 📱 Newsletter — https://flybubble.com/pages/sign-up-to-our-newsletter Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/flybubble/ Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/flybubble.paragliding/ 🪂 Flybubble is built by and for freeflight pilots. We aim to support the flying community by helping pilots fly better, safer, and more enjoyably. Choosing to purchase your gear from our store ensures you receive excellent service while directly funding the creation of these valuable resources for everyone.

  • Equipment
  • Flying technique
  • Safety
Ari in the Air

Paragliding Collapse Cascade on a 2-Liner

Paragliding Tutorial & Collapse Recovery Breakdown This is how most collapses really happen. Not from the air randomly hitting your wing. From pitch. The wing surges. The input isn’t big enough. And the glider collapses. Then the wrong side gets the brake. The open side shoots. And a secondary collapse follows. 🪂 The Paragliding Men’s Group is accepting applications. Only two weeks left to join. I’ve helped more than 70 men from 17 countries become more secure and confident, build deeper relationships and bigger commitments, and learn the skills of communication, conflict resolution and leadership, so they can lead their families to better lives. Apply here: https://calendly.com/ariintheair/mensgroupapplication In this breakdown we analyze a flight outside Monroe, Utah, on a 2-liner: – Good active piloting… until the air asks for more – Why the air rarely collapses your glider, and unchecked pitch usually does – “Ringing the bell”: when you need full brake, all the way down, fast – When to let up so you don’t stall the wing – Reading the collapse: which side will shoot, and which hand needs to work – How braking the wrong side leads straight into a secondary collapse – A broken brake cascade, and why thin 2-liner lines can snap And more importantly: – Why you should train helicopters on your XC glider – Why SIV alone isn’t always enough for big mountain air Watch closely. Notice the right hand. Notice where the brake stops. Notice which side of the wing actually needed the input. This isn’t about criticizing the pilot. He was flying actively and doing a lot right. It’s about one principle: Pull as much brake as you need, for as long as you need it, to stop the wing from going to the horizon. Then let up. Because collapses come from pitch far more than from the air. And when the air bites hard… you have to bite back. Follow me on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/ariintheair/

  • Flying technique
  • Cross-country flying
  • Safety
Flying Karlis

Frontal collapse: what happens, and why staying calm is half the job.

Frontal collapse: What happens, and why staying calm is half the job. Knowing how to react makes all the difference. Learn to understand your glider, recognise what's happening, and know what to expect depending on the type of collapse. We all have our own ideas about collapses. Some pilots think they're a big deal, others don't. But what actually happens when your glider collapses? Does it reopen straight away? Is it sticky ? Can it lead to parachutal ? Every glider reacts differently. Come and experience it for yourself in a controlled environment, and learn to understand your wing better! Want to build your skills and confidence in the air? Join us for an SIV course at Lake Garda in 2027. April & May dates available April 10 - 12, 15 -17, 20 - 22, 25 - 27 May 1- 3, 6 - 8, 11 - 13, 16 - 18 Book your spot: https://www.flyingkarlis.com/siv-course-lake-garda/

  • Flying technique
  • Cross-country flying
  • Safety
ADVANCE Paragliders

How to Loop a Paraglider (Explained in 8 Simple Steps)

Our team pilot Lucas Ruffieux performed the first-ever loop on a standard paraglider. In this video, we take you behind the scenes of the loop photoshoot and give you a glimpse into this first-of-its-kind moment. 🪂 Lucas Ruffieux 📸 Adi Geisegger Don’t try this at home! #advancedadventures

  • Equipment
  • Flying technique
  • Travel
  • Cross-country flying
Niviuk

Arrow P 2 rescue installation user manual | Harness XC & Hike and fly | Niviuk Paragliders

Learn how to correctly install the rescue parachute in your Niviuk Arrow P 2 harness. In this step-by-step tutorial, we guide you through the installation process, showing you how to position, connect and secure the rescue system to ensure it is properly fitted and ready for use. Always follow the instructions in the official user manual and perform all necessary safety checks before flying. Discover all the other features and adjustments of the Arrow P 2 harness in our full user manual 📲 https://youtu.be/bRvVkDgI7gk 🔗 Discover the ARROW P 2: https://niviuk.com/en/arrow-p-2 *FOLLOW NIVIUK PARAGLIDERS* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niviukparagliders/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/niviukparagliders TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niviukparagliders Youtube: @NiviukParagliders Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/niviuk-paragliders Website: https://niviuk.com/

  • Equipment
  • Flying technique
  • Safety