• Subscribe
  • My Account
  • Basket
Cross Country Magazine  Logo
  • Join
    • Subscribe Today
    • Why Subscribe?
    • Check My Subscription
    • Buy Gift Subscription
  • Explore
    • News
      • All News
      • Latest Gear
      • Comps and Events
    • Flying Culture
      • Adventure and inspiration
      • Explore Sites Worldwide
      • Pilots and profiles
    • Fly Better
      • Techniques and Skills
      • Masterclasses
      • Weather
      • Safety
    • Gear Guide
      • Design Insights
      • EN-A Wing Reviews
      • EN-B Wing Reviews
      • EN-C Wing Reviews
      • EN-D/CCC Wing Reviews
      • Hike&Fly Reviews
      • Paramotor Gear Reviews
      • Technology Reviews
      • Harnesses Reviews
      • Accessory Reviews
      • New Pilot's Gear Guide
    • Magazine
      • Current Issue
      • Previous issues
    • Podcasts
  • Shop
    • Shop Home
    • Accessories
    • Books
    • Digital Books
    • Paraglider Bags
    • Pilot Wear
    • Single Issues
Cross Country Magazine  Logo
  • Join
    • Subscribe Today
    • Why Subscribe?
    • Check My Subscription
    • Buy Gift Subscription
  • Explore
    • News
      • All News
      • Latest Gear
      • Comps and Events
    • Flying Culture
      • Adventure and inspiration
      • Explore Sites Worldwide
      • Pilots and profiles
    • Fly Better
      • Techniques and Skills
      • Masterclasses
      • Weather
      • Safety
    • Gear Guide
      • Design Insights
      • EN-A Wing Reviews
      • EN-B Wing Reviews
      • EN-C Wing Reviews
      • EN-D/CCC Wing Reviews
      • Hike&Fly Reviews
      • Paramotor Gear Reviews
      • Technology Reviews
      • Harnesses Reviews
      • Accessory Reviews
      • New Pilot's Gear Guide
    • Magazine
      • Current Issue
      • Previous issues
    • Podcasts
  • Shop
    • Shop Home
    • Accessories
    • Books
    • Digital Books
    • Paraglider Bags
    • Pilot Wear
    • Single Issues

Lightweight

AirDesign Hero 2

AirDesign Hero 2: Lightweight EN-D

AirDesign have announced the Hero 2, their new “superlight” two-liner EN-D for vol-bivouac and lightweight adventures
Read More

New single-surface Tune from Davinci

Davinci's Tune is a "light and simple" single-surface paraglider, an "adventure companion" for mountaineers and easy-to-inflate training aid
Read More
Bogdanfly Cocoon V2

Bogdanfly Cocoon V2 Review

The Cocoon V2 was born out of Bogdan’s frustration in finding a lightweight pod harness to travel with. Marcus King tried the V2 on for size
Read More
Tripple Seven Q-Light 3

Triple Seven Q-Light 3 Review (EN C)

The Q-Light 3 from Triple Seven is a first-class speed machine, says Brian Steele. But can it stand up to the two-line EN-C revolution?
Read More
Dudek Hike&Cruise

Dudek Hike&Cruise review (EN B/A)

Designed for hike-and-XC and less than 3kg, Marcus King tries Dudek's Hike&Cruise, a new-concept wing with an unusual cell layout
Read More
Ozone Geo 7 lightweight wing

Ozone release their new Geo 7 (EN B)

Ozone have released the Geo 7, saying it's now even lighter, but retains its "category-leading" performance and agility
Read More
BogdanFly Lattice

Bogdanfly lattice: single-surface wing

Harness-maker BogdanFly have released their first paraglider: a lightweight single-surface fun machine called the lattice
Read More
Triple Seven M-Light 2500

Triple Seven release ‘light and safe’ M-Light

Triple Seven have released the M-Light, a "light and safe" EN-A hike-and-fly wing that is based on the Matrix
Read More
Ozone Zeolite 2

Ozone release the Zeolite 2 (EN D)

Ozone have released the Zeolite 2, their "lightest high-performance wing", developed from their 2023 Red Bull X-Alps competition wing
Read More
Marcus King flies Woody Valley TransAlp 2 harness

First Look: Woody Valley TransAlp 2

The Woody Valley TransAlp 2 is a lightweight modular harness for hike-and-fly paragliding, with optional airbag and front-mount reserve
Read More
  • ‹‹
  • ‹
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • …
  • 32
  • ›
  • ››

Current Issue

Cross Country 265:May / June 2026

From exploring the hidden Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan to Island life in the far north and the tropics
Find out more

Subscribe today

  • Get instant online access to hundreds of articles and Masterclasses
  • Enjoy eight issues of Cross Country in digital and premium print, or digital only
  • Learn from the world’s best in six Masterclass Live Sessions
  • Benefit from exclusive discounts on equipment, books and courses
  • Gain the chance to win a new wing of your choice, twice a year

Digital

€4.50
Per month
Select

Print & Digital

€8.50
Per month
Select
  • Get instant online access to hundreds of articles and Masterclasses
  • Enjoy eight issues of Cross Country in digital and premium print, or digital only
  • Learn from the world’s best in six Masterclass Live Sessions
  • Benefit from exclusive discounts on equipment, books and courses
  • Gain the chance to win a new wing of your choice, twice a year

Digital

€4.50
Per month
Select

Digital & Print

€8.50
Per month
Select

GET IN THE CORE Enjoy our weekly newsletter

Learn fast with our Masterclasses

Quick Links +
  • Gear Guide
  • Fly Better
  • News
  • Gear News
  • Comps and Events
  • Magazine Issues
  • New Pilot's Gear Guide
  • Explore Sites Worldwide
  • Why Subscribe?
  • Join Now
  • beginnersguidetoparagliding.com
About Us +
  • About Us
  • The Team
  • Contact Us
  • Contribution Guidelines
  • How to Advertise
  • Comp Sponsorship and Logos
  • Join Our Affiliate Scheme
  • Shop FAQs
  • Data Policy
  • Refunds and Returns Policy
  • Terms and conditions of use
XC Mag Logo
Join Us
Facebook Twitter Telegram Instagram YouTube
Copyright Cross Country Magazine
Cross Country International Ltd, Tollgate, Beddingham, Near Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6JZ UK Tel: +44 (0)1273 256 090