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Updates from around the paragliding and free-flying world

Voolaris Tracker

Tracking device adds Starlink

Starlink-enabled tracking for pilots is a step closer following successful trials by Alfapilot, makers of the Voolaris Tracker.
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Independence Pioneer 4

Independence release Pioneer 4

The Pioneer 4 is an ideal wing for newly qualified pilots with a feature that lets pilots transform it from an EN-A to an EN-B.
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BGD Epic Freestyle 2

BGD release updated Epic Freestyle

BGD's Epic Freestyle, designed for SIV and acro, has been revamped and updated, with new risers, acro handles and three new colours.
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Swing Sphera 2 RS

Swing launch “pure-bred” EN-C Sphera 2 RS

Swing Sphera 2 RS is a two-liner designed for big cross country days and competition, aimed at pilots with “solid EN-C experience”.
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Adi Geisegger light painting Red Bull Illume

Deadline looms for photo contest

Photographers have until the end of the month to enter The Illume Awards, a photo competition that celebrates adventure and action sports.
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Winners of the Ozone Chabre Open 2026

Ozone Chabre Open 2026: ‘The original fun comp’

Pilots at the Ozone Chabre Open 2026 flew "six days out of seven" with four tasks flown and scores of pilots flying personal bests
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Flare Scout

Flare unveil Scout: a parakite for beginners

The Scout is aimed at riders new to the game and designed “to make entry into the sport intuitive, safe, and highly motivating."
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Eigertour 2026

Eigertour 2026: Chrigel Maurer and Romy Sweda claim victories

Chrigel Maurer has continued his winning streak with a win at the Eigertour, arriving in goal just over 48 hours after setting off.
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Juraj Koren

Juraj Koreñ fundraiser opens

The family of Juraj Koreñ have launched an appeal to help fund his recovery after the Slovak pilot suffered spinal injuries on 26 June.
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Wanderbird Kitzbuhel 2025

Wanderbird returns to Kitzbühel

Wanderbird, the community hike-and-fly series, is due to host two events in Austria. On 10 July the popular race series returns to Kitzbühel.
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