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Fifty Ways to Fly Better
How to fly XC on an EN A paraglider
EN As climb as well – if not better – than other classes of wing, and I believe offer better ‘real’ performance for early pilots than any other.
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Understanding Seabreeze Convergence
You can spot a seabreeze convergence in a number of ways. First, by the change in wind direction on the ground.
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Rear-Riser Control and how to use it
Rear-riser control allows you to keep contact with the glider while gliding, especially when using the speedbar
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How to Climb Faster in Thermals
Thermalling is probably the most important part of flying, as well as the most pleasurable. The feeling of using the natural energy of rising air
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25 Ways to Fly Better: Fly Like Chrigel
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Fifty Ways to Fly Better: By Bruce Goldsmith and Friends
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Understanding Pitch on a Paraglider
Pitch on a paraglider: when you fly your paraglider, you sit in your harness at least seven metres below the wing – maybe as much as ten...
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