Íñigo Redín
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My Flying Life: Íñigo Redín  

The Spanish pilot and competition organiser on what matters most

20 April, 2026, by Ed Ewing | Photo: Marcus King

Where do you live?

Pamplona, Spain. One hour from the start point of the X-Pyr.

How did you get into flying? 

In 1993, on a course with my best friend. A flight 50cm above the ground. From the first moment I was hooked. Before flying I was into indoor football and cycling.

What got you hooked?

The feeling of weightlessness above me whilst I was on the ground. And my first 5km XC.

What does flying mean to you now?

I cannot imagine life without flying. Almost all my hobbies and best...

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