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Updates from around the paragliding and free-flying world

Bornes to Fly 2026 photo: Timothé Malderez

Lucas Bonin wins Bornes to Fly 2026

A fast and furious 13th edition of Bornes to Fly took place last weekend with the winners making goal early on Saturday morning.
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Launching in Pegalajar, Spain. Photo: Marcus King

PWCA Superfinal 2026: Pegalajar, Spain 12-23 May

The world’s best comp paraglider pilots are heading to Pegalajar in southern Spain for the 15th Paragliding World Cup Superfinal 2026
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Paragliding in Bassano. Photo: Marcus King

New pilot weather service launched for Bassano

A new weather forecasting bulletin for pilots in Bassano is to start this weekend. It is being set up by the Bassano-based pilot Kelly Farina
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Bornes to Fly 2024

Bornes to Fly this weekend

Over 100 teams from 15 countries are preparing to take part in Bornes to Fly this weekend, the three-day hike-and-fly race in the French Alps.
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Ozone launch Ozium 3 harness

Ozone launch Ozium 3 harness

Ozone have unveiled the Ozium 3, a lightweight cross-country and adventure harness aimed at seasoned pilots as well as first time pod users.
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X-Scotia 2026 photo: Andy Howson

Hike-and-Fly Comp season kicks off

The hike-and-fly comp season is now underway with several events kicking off last weekend. The Swiss Championships were won by Chrigel Maurer.
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Stoderzinken Launch

Hammertag comes to Austria

Perfect conditions came to the Alps on Saturday allowing thousands of pilots to enjoy epic cross country flights.
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Dudek unveil dual use reflex wing

Dudek have unveiled the Solo 2, a dual use reflex wing that can be used for both paramotoring and paragliding, for which it's certified EN-B.
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Aufwind AeroRemote

Instrument remote control

Swiss company Aufwind have devised a remote control that lets you toggle between your instruments in flight.
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Swing Mito 3

Swing unveil Mito 3

German manufacturer Swing have launched two new versions of their Mito 3 entry-level wing for stress-free flying.
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