Subscribe
My Account
Basket
Join
Subscribe Today
Why Subscribe?
Check My Subscription
Buy Gift Subscription
Explore
News
All News
Latest Gear
Comps and Events
Flying Culture
Adventure and inspiration
Explore Sites Worldwide
Pilots and profiles
Fly Better
Techniques and Skills
Masterclasses
Weather
Safety
Gear Guide
Design Insights
EN-A Wing Reviews
EN-B Wing Reviews
EN-C Wing Reviews
EN-D/CCC Wing Reviews
Hike&Fly Reviews
Paramotor Gear Reviews
Technology Reviews
Harnesses Reviews
Accessory Reviews
New Pilot's Gear Guide
Magazine
Current Issue
Previous issues
Podcasts
Shop
Shop Home
Accessories
Books
Digital Books
Paraglider Bags
Pilot Wear
Single Issues
Join
Subscribe Today
Why Subscribe?
Check My Subscription
Buy Gift Subscription
Explore
News
All News
Latest Gear
Comps and Events
Flying Culture
Adventure and inspiration
Explore Sites Worldwide
Pilots and profiles
Fly Better
Techniques and Skills
Masterclasses
Weather
Safety
Gear Guide
Design Insights
EN-A Wing Reviews
EN-B Wing Reviews
EN-C Wing Reviews
EN-D/CCC Wing Reviews
Hike&Fly Reviews
Paramotor Gear Reviews
Technology Reviews
Harnesses Reviews
Accessory Reviews
New Pilot's Gear Guide
Magazine
Current Issue
Previous issues
Podcasts
Shop
Shop Home
Accessories
Books
Digital Books
Paraglider Bags
Pilot Wear
Single Issues
Tom de Dorlodot
20 June, 2024
You may also like
Watch: Chrigel’s X-Pyr trailer
A new film on Chrigel's path to victory in this year's X-Pyr is due to be released. This trailer gives an insight into his historic victory.
Read More
2026 Red Rocks Wide Open: race report
The Niviuk 2026 Red Rocks Wide Open took place in Utah last month. It's where the rocks are red, the skies are big, and the terrain is wild.
Read More
Supair launch sub-style Pulse harness
Supair have released an accessible sub-style harness for ambitious xc pilots who want the glide ratio but not the difficulty of a sub.
Read More
Premium Articles
X-Pyr: “The dream comes true”
Chrigel Maurer had something to prove and he did – storming to victory in X-Pyr. He tells all
Read More
Weather: Will 2026/7 bring a ‘Super El-niño’?
Are we really heading for a “super El Niño” – and what does that mean?
Read More
The rise and rise of Elisa Deutschmann
Elisa Deutschmann is on the rise. The German pilot shares how she went from illness to winning at X-Pyr and the world cup.
Read More
Current Issue
Cross Country 268:
October 2026
We fly directly towards the sun in the latest issue of Cross Country magazine – from eclipse flying to gliding tip-to-tip with a world champion
Find out more
Subscribe today
Get instant online access to hundreds of articles and Masterclasses
Enjoy eight issues of Cross Country in digital and premium print, or digital only
Learn from the world’s best in six Masterclass Live Sessions
Benefit from exclusive discounts on equipment, books and courses
Gain the chance to win a new wing of your choice, twice a year
Digital
€4.50
Per month
Select
Print & Digital
€8.50
Per month
Select
Get instant online access to hundreds of articles and Masterclasses
Enjoy eight issues of Cross Country in digital and premium print, or digital only
Learn from the world’s best in six Masterclass Live Sessions
Benefit from exclusive discounts on equipment, books and courses
Gain the chance to win a new wing of your choice, twice a year
Digital
€4.50
Per month
Select
Digital & Print
€8.50
Per month
Select
Copyright Cross Country Magazine
Cross Country International Ltd, Tollgate, Beddingham, Near Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6JZ UK Tel: +44 (0)1273 256 090