Gear Guide

Everything you need to know about gear: Design insights, reviews and getting the best from your kit.

Skywalk Range X-Alps 2 harness

How much difference does a pod harness make?

Believe the hype! Wind-tunnel testing shows us a well-adjusted pod harness can significantly increase performance, writes Hugh Miller
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How to buy a reserve parachute for paragliding

Reserves have developed fast in recent years, resulting in several different types. The three main types are round, square, and steerable Rogallos
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Fred Souchon

How to dress well for flying and hiking

Professional mountain guide and paraglider pilot Fred Souchon tells us how to dress well to be comfortable whether hiking or flying
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All packed up and ready to go. Photo: Andy Busslinger

How to pack your paraglider

There are loads of different ways to pack a paraglider, and lots of advice. Here are some basic guidelines to follow so your wing lasts for years.
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How to pack and take care of your paraglider

How to take care of your paraglider

Paragliding industry insider Till Gottbrath has seen it all when it comes to paraglider care. Here’s his in-depth guide to taking care of your wing
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Dudek Soul 2021

First Look: Dudek Soul 2021 Pod Harness

The Dudek Soul 2021 is an all new lightweight harness aimed at cross-country pilots. We flew with it in the south of France
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Flugasports Rovfluga goggles

Fluga Sports Rovfluga goggles Review

Charlie King goes bug-eyed in a pair of Flugasports' new lightweight high-tech goggles
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Ozone Rush 6

Ozone Rush 6 review (EN B)

There are some significant changes to the Ozone Rush 6 compared with the 5, including an increased aspect ratio and a new, hybrid, line set
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CimAlp Maxfly goggles

CimAlp MaxFly goggles review

CimAlp’s MaxFly Ultralight goggles are made especially for paragliding. They are slimmer and lighter than typical ski goggles. Lawrie Noctor tries them
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Supair Supervisor helmet

Supair Supairvisor helmet review

Charlie King tries Supair’s new lightweight paragliding helmet with inbuilt visor
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