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Cross Country Prize Draw Summer 2026 Wings

Cross Country Prize Draw 2026 winners revealed

A huge thank you to everyone who subscribed or renewed, and to our prize partners Advance, Gin, Ozone, Supair, Swing, Naviter, Supair and Velodrom
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Ben Dry has set a new paragliding open distance XC record for the UK, flying 334.9km from Llangorse, Wales to the East Suffolk coastline on Saturday 1 August.

Ben Dry sets new UK paragliding record

Ben Dry set a new paragliding straight distance XC record for the UK, flying from Llangorse, Wales to the coast on Saturday 1 August
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Pilots planning autumn trips to Saint-André-les-Alpes should note that the site will be unavailable to organised groups from 4-19 September 2026

Saint-André-les-Alpes closes to groups 4-19 September

One of Europe's best-known XC destinations and a favourite with schools and guided tours has been reserved for two big comps
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PWC Gemona. Photo: Martin Scheel

Baptiste Lambert wins PWC Gemona 2026

After six tasks in Baptiste Lambert claimed victory at PWC Gemona, followed by Martin Jovanoski and Roger Aeschbacher.
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Naviter Nimo

Naviter release no-frills Nimo

Naviter have unveiled an instrument for new pilots. The Nimo is the simplest Naviter instrument and features all the "essentials".
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Gin Genie Race 6

Gin release Genie Race 6

Gin have unveiled the Genie Race 6, a sub style harness designed for the highest level of competition without compromising safety.
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Dune du Pyla

Dune du Pyla closed due to French wildfires

Flying at the famous Dune du Pyla in southwestern France has been suspended due to the wildfires in the region
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SRS Ozone Edition 2026

SRS Ozone Edition: Race Report

Baptiste Lambert won SRS Ozone Edition in Le Grand Bornand, delivering a masterclass for other pilots on how to race and fly this region.
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Paragliding World Cup Italy 2026. Photo: Marcus King

Paragliding World Cup 2026/27 season kicks off in Italy

The 2026/27 Paragliding World Cup season gets underway in Italy 25 July to 1 August, as Gemona hosts the opening round of the season
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In a Twist – Skywalk’s new lightweight reversible harness

Skywalk has introduced the Twist, a new reversible paragliding harness aimed at hike-and-fly, travel and everyday flying
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