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Hike and fly. Photo: Adi Geisegger

Cross Country 216: Dec/Jan 2021

From flying volcanoes in Guatemala to chasing dragons in Brazil, the December/January issue is out now. Here’s what’s in Cross Country 216
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Paragliding in the Indian Himalaya. Photo: Jorge Atramiz

Cross Country 215: November 2020

From analysing your thermalling turning circle to paragliding vol-bivouac in India and paramotoring the North Coast 500, the November issue is here
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Paragliding: The Beginner’s Guide released

Paragliding: The Beginner's Guide has been officially released. It is aimed at new paraglider pilots and those learning to fly
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Yael Margelisch. Photo: Martin Scheel

Cross Country 214: October 2020

From flying lightweight two-liners to learning to thermal without a vario, the latest issue of Cross Country magazine is packed
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Launching during the Eigertour 2020. By Tobias Dimmler

Cross Country 213: September 2020

From the Eigertour to a masterclass in vol-biv with Antoine Girard, the September issue is all about finding your own adventure
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Paramotoring in Algeria. Photo: Franck Simonnet

Cross Country 212: August 2020

Franck Simonnet made a childhood dream come true when he flew the Sahara Desert in Algeria. Here’s what else is in the August issue
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Will Gadd soaring a paragliding in Ireland. Photo: John Price / Red Bull Content Pool

Cross Country 211: July 2020

After weeks spent grounded we’ve been back in the air, making the most of every moment. Here’s what’s inside Cross Country 211
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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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Racing hard at the paragliding world championship

Comp series: Flying faster

Former Paragliding World Champion Bruce Goldsmith shares his tips for competition pilots who are ready to start really racing, 
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Cross Country 262:January 2026

From flying vol-bivouac in the Dolomites to exploring northern Kenya by air, Cross Country 262 (Jan 2026) is dedicated to adventure. Out now!
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