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Updates from around the paragliding and free-flying world

US National hang gliding & paragliding day

The United States Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (USHPA) are holding their first annual National Hang Gliding & Paragliding Day, to promote the sports in their country. It will be on Memorial Day, 29 May 2010.
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Cross Country 129: Free Travel Guide and 3D-Spectacular

A free 100-page travel guide and a packed issue make 129 one of the best Cross Country magazines ever
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Aircotec XC Trainers with USB interface

All new Aircotec XC Trainer flight instruments have a USB interface and are supplied with USB cables and TN Complete flight analysis software.
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ITV Parapentes’ new website

French paraglider manufacturer ITV have spent the long winter months improving and relaunching their website, www.itv-parapentes.com, which is available in English or French.
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Nova paraglider pilots’ XC meet, Austria

The Nova Pilots' Team are having their annual cross country meet at Greifenburg (Austria) this May, open to all pilots, regardless of the paraglider they fly.
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Independence paraglider harnesses updated

Independence have redesigned their paraglider harness range for 2010, with all models having a stiffer back support, new lightweight snap-lock karabiners and optional lightweight carbon seat plate.
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16th Azores Paragliding Festival 2010, Sao Miguel island

16th Azores Paragliding Festival August 2010

The 16th annual Azores Paragliding Festival takes place on the island of Sao Miguel from 26 - 29 August 2010.
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Aeros SX rescue parachute

Aeros' new rescue parachute, the SX, has been tested to 115 kg with a descent rate of 5.5 m/s.
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Basisrausch Crystal glove for paragliding and hang gliding

Swiss-based free flight equipment company Basisrausch have created a new glove for hang glider and paraglider pilots. The Crystal is a three season wind-proof glove that has been made for comfort, warmth and sensitivity.
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Skywalk Cult-C lightweight paragliding harness

skywalk's new lightweight, compact harness for hike-and-flyers, the Cult-C, is certified to 120 kg.
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