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Updates from around the paragliding and free-flying world

Bruce Goldsmith joins Advance: Bob Drury finds out more

Bob Drury looks at Bruce Goldsmith's career in paraglider design, and speaks to the man himself and to Markus Villinger about Bruce's move to Advance.
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Zag Slap Speedride FB skis

French brand Zag skis have brought out speed riding-specific skis, the Slap Speedride FBs, which are endorsed by top speed rider Francois Bon.
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Mac Para Levity reversible paragliding harness

Mac Para have released a new lightweight reversible paragliding harness with an airbag, called the Levity.
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Sup’Air Evo XC 2 paragliding harness

French paragliding harness experts Sup'Air have upgraded their popular Evo XC paragliding harness - the Evo XC 2 is now available from Sup'Air distributors.
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Niviuk Hook 2 EN B paraglider

Niviuk's EN B Hook 2 is available from March. It is said to have better performance than the Hook, but the same high level of safety.
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Coupe Icare Blanche 2010 a great success

The 3rd Coupe Icare Blanche held in St Hilaire at the end of January was a great success. Eric Viola demonstrated the best combination of speed riding and fancy dress to win first prize.
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Airwave Sport Competition high-performing LTF 1-2 paraglider

Airwave have brought out a 'racier' version of their 2008 Sport 4 paraglider - the Sport Competition - for pilots looking for top performance in the LTF 1-2 class.
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Hang Gliding World Championships 2010

The World Hang Gliding Championships take place at the Tegelberg, Schwangau, Germany from 8 - 22 May 2010.
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Pre-PWC Greece August 2010

Greece will hold a Pre-PWC in Empesos, 24-28 August 2010. The area offers fast XC flying along ridges and valleys, according to organisers.
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Absolute Chamonix mountain paragliding courses

Absolute Chamonix specialises in cross country paraglider training and high mountain flights, with courses this year beginning in April.
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