Hike and Fly

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

Mac Para Outback

Mac Para Outback review (hike-and-fly)

Charlie King goes walkabout with the new Mac Para Outback, a one-size-fits-all hike-and-fly wing
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Gin Calypso

Calypso: Gin’s new lightweight EN-B

There's a brand new wing in Gin's paraglider range. It's called the Calypso and it's a lightweight wing for travel, hike-and-fly and XC
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Skywalk Arriba 4

Skywalk Arriba4: “easy” lightweight EN-B

Skywalk have released the Arriba4, a lightweight version of the intermediate Tequila5. It is certified EN B and available now in all five sizes
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Nova Doubleskin

Nova Doubleskin hike-and-fly wing

Unveiled in July 2019, Nova's Doubleskin is a minimalist hike-and-fly wing. It's certified EN A and the smallest size weighs just over 2kg
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Supair Altirando Light

Supair Altirando Lite reversible harness

Supair's new reversible harness, the Altirando Lite, was released in July 2019. It's a full-specced harness for hike-and-fly, mountain or everyday flying
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Ozone XX-Lite 2 review

Ozone XXLite 2 Review (single skin)

At just 1,300g the Ozone XXlite 2 is almost lighter than your water bottle. Marcus King goes hike-and-fly
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Gradient Montana 3

Gradient release lightweight Montana 3

Gradient have released a new version of their "light and durable" mid-B Montana 3. It's aimed at "anyone who needs a robust, small-packing wing"
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Bornes to Fly 2019: won in a day

The 2019 edition of Bornes to Fly, the three-day Annecy-based hike-and-fly competition, was won by Damien Lacaze in just one day!
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UP Mana

UP Mana – lightweight versatility

"Ultra light and incredibly versatile" is how UP introduce their latest paraglider, the Mana, which is certified EN A / B in four sizes
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Phi Viola

Phi announce Viola hike-and-fly wing

Phi have announced a new hike-and-fly wing, the Viola, which is to be made in eight sizes, ranging from 14 to 26m² (projected areas)
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