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Weather: Will 2026/7 bring a ‘Super El-niño’?

Are we really heading for a “super El Niño” – and what does that mean?
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Kossen testival

How to: survive a testival

The testival is an institution in our sport and they’ve been there since the earliest days. The first Coupe Icare was held in the 1970s.
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Andy Brown psychology of the midpack pilot

The mid-pack rabbit

Andy Brown picks apart the mindset of a sports-class competition pilot – and shares how he stops himself from doing stupid things
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The Head Game: Staying present in every moment

Benjamin Gaudry on why you’re distracted and why that’s OK
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Calef Letorney Masterclass

Masterclass: Calef Letorney on Efficient Pilot Progression

In this Masterclass US pilot and instructor Calef Letorney gives a wealth of advice to progressing pilots on how to improve their flying.
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A Windy screengrab showing Europe

Weather: Making the most of the apps

As fancy as modern forecasts are, they are only half of the equation – the rest is in your head. Honza Rejmanek explains more
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How to prepare to fly the Alps. Photo: Olivier Laugero

How to: Get ready to fly the Alps

"So, you're heading to the Alps this summer..." Joanna Di Grigoli has some old-school tips for modern times
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The start of the X-Pyr. Photo: Marcus King

The Head Game: Getting in tune for the X-Pyr

Coach and sports psychologist Ben Gaudry shares what he's doing to get ready for this year's X-Pyr
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Paul Guschlbauer. Photo: Mirja Geh / Red Bull Content Pool

G-Force: Training with Paul Guschlbauer

What does it take to be a pro hike-and-fly pilot? Matt Warren spent four gruelling days chasing Paul Guschlbauer to find out
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Valley winds in complex terrain

Ten things you need to know about Valley Winds

Bob Drury's top ten tips to help you understand valley winds, how to use them and how to fly in the mountains safely
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