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Paragliding above the clouds in Colombia. Photo: Marcus King

10 paragliding skills you can work on this weekend

If you're new to the XC game, don't just sit there above the hill. Here are 10 exercises that will help develop skills
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Learning thermal on a paraglider. Photo: Marcus King

How to learn the art of thermalling

Thermalling well is a true art – but it can be learned. And it can be learned relatively quickly. It then takes a lifetime to perfect!
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A sorted pilot. Photo: Marcus King

Gearing Up

You have to be comfortable in the air – we look at some of the small pieces of kit that can really help you feel relaxed when flying XC
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Watch what the birds are doing – and follow them. Photo: Marcus King

Observation: Learning to look

Observation is probably the most important skill we have as pilots. But it’s also the most under-rated and least talked about
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Active Flying

Active flying means staying in touch with the glider and reacting to what it is doing. More advanced active piloting means recovering from collapses
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Glider testing in the Alps. Photo: Jerome Maupoint

Choosing the right paraglider

If you are thinking about buying a new paraglider, then getting one that matches your skill level is one of the most important decisions you’ll make
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Learn how to top-land a paraglider. Photo: Nova

How to nail your top-landings with Théo de Blic

Acro World Cup champion Théo de Blic has the perfect approach to getting those top-landings right – every time.
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Ex-review gear sale – great deals on as-new flying equipment

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Briefing time before competition

Comp Series: Seven tips for paragliding competitions

So, you've taken the plunge and signed up for your first paragliding competition? Good move! Here are our top tips to help
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Comps series: Why fly paragliding competitions?

For many pilots, free-flying is their time-out from a hectic life. It’s a time for relaxation, for reconnecting with nature.
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