The Paragliding Podcast, Episode 8
Tom de Dorlodot reflects on his many adventures and shares what's coming next in the sport
18 August, 2026, by Cross CountryThis is a special edition of the podcast with long term friend of the magazine, Tom de Dorlodot, recorded on board his yacht Wings while sailing from the Azores to La Rochelle, France in June.
In this conversation with Tarquin, Tom talks about his comeback from a devastating leg injury, the work he’s been doing at Advance to develop a new paramotor brand, Elevate and his plans for the future.
The pair discuss Red Bull X-Alps, what AI is going to do for cross country, what pilots can learn from sailors and Tom’s love for going vol biv in the mountains.
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