Hike and Fly

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

Niviuk Skin 4 P

Niviuk launch Skin 4 P

A comprehensively updated single-skin paragliders for mountaineers, climbers and trail runners who want the lightest possible wing
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The Red Bull X-Alps Challnger location of Mayrhofen. Photo: Becknaphoto

Red Bull X-Alps Challenger race announced for 2026

Red Bull X-Alps has announced details of a Challenger race, a three-day qualifier that will take place in Mayrhofen, Austria, 28 - 31 May.
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Ozone Wisp 2

Ozone launch Wisp 2 “the lightest tandem”

The second generation of the Wisp is the lightest double-surface tandem available and is designed for Alpine adventures and travel
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Ozone Alta GT

Ozone Rebrand Alta in GT range

The high-end EN-A Alta has become the Alta GT and comes in a new XXS size and new colours aimed at progressing and experienced pilots alike
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Niviuk Kode 2 P

Niviuk unveil EN-A mountain wing Kode 2 P

Niviuk's new Kode 2 P is designed as an ultralight and accessible mountain wing for hike-and-fly – and comes in eight sizes
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Advance Pi ULS

Advance release Pi ULS

Advance have released the Pi ULS for mountain pilots who want a wing that's light and small enough for hike-and-fly but can also thermal
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Fred Souchon demonstrates his lollipop trick before launching his paraglider in the Chamonix Valley. Photo: Jake Holland

Mountain launches: Fred Souchon’s lollipop trick

Launching a paraglider from a slippery slope can be frustrating. Alpine climber and flyer Fred Souchon shows us a trick to make it easier
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Swing Brave 5 harness

Swing unveil Brave 5 modular harness

Swing have unveiled the Brave 5, an open modular harness for hike-and-fly, speedflying and parakiting adventures, combining high comfort and intuitive handling.
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Advance Strapless 4

Advance Strapless 4

With the launch of the Strapless 4, Advance have unveiled their first ultralight harness with the option of a pre-inflated airbag.
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Paragliding above the forest in autumn. Photo: Tobi Dimmler

Magical Fall: ‘Things are changing out there’

As autumn, or fall, arrives the environment we fly above changes – in fact for many early autumn is their favourite time of year to fly
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