Hike and Fly

News, updates, reviews and events in the lightweight paragliding world

Kortel Hike-and-Fly Bags

First Look: Kortel Hike-and-Fly Bags

You want to run with a glider? You better have a decent rucksack. Expert pilot and trail runner Charlie King puts these through their paces.
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UP Mana2

UP Mana²: EN-A mountain wing

UP's new "light and easy" Mana² is "a versatile wing with plenty of fun-factor" for beginners that love the mountains, and hike-and-fly enthusiasts
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Masterclass: How to get into hike-and-fly and vol-biv with Tom de Dorlodot

A Masterclass about Adventure Paragliding, covering the skills and approach you need, how to manage risk, and the gear you need
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Flyfat Rübli

Flyfat Rübli hike-and-fly paraglider

Flyfat's new hike-and-fly paraglider is called the Rübli. It is named after one of the Swiss company's favourite mountains, and is available in two sizes
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Supair Eiko 2

First look: Supair Eiko 2 mountain wing

Marcus King tested the Eiko 2 mountain paraglider from Supair, The lightweight wing was released earlier in 2022 at the Stubai Cup
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'Bullseye!' Hike-and-fly

‘Bullseye!’ Hike-and-fly with a twist in Australia

SkyOut Hike-and-Fly Bullseye competition: Cross Country's Allen Weynberg reports from a fun hike-and-fly comp Down Under
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Nova-Doubleskin-2500

How to choose adventure paragliding gear

Choosing the right kit for adventure flying or hike-and-fly can become a trade-off between light weight and comfort. Bastienne Wentzel explores the options
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Litle Cloud Gracchio 2

First look: Little Cloud Gracchio Mk 2

We test flew the latest version of Little Cloud's intermediate wing in the southern French Alps
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Davinci Hula

Davinci Hula review: lightweight EN-A

Just another EN-A hike-and-fly wing? With some intriguing design features, maybe not, says Marcus King
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X-Slovenia 2022 route

Lenart Oblak wins X-Slovenia hike-and-fly Challenge

Lenart Oblak won the X-Slovenia 2022 hike-and-fly Challenge, completing the 144km task in a little under 23 and a half hours
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