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Understanding the EN system for paragliders
Bastienne Wentzel looks at how our paragliding equipment is tested and certified, and talks to Alain Zoller from Air Turquoise test house in Switzerland
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Théo de Blic’s Spiral Dive Tutorial
Want to know how to spiral dive like a pro? Théo de Blic and Nova have released a 27-minute spiral dive masterclass.
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Experienced but no SIV
Paragliding and SIV instructor Malin Lobb on why all paraglider pilots should regularly do SIV training, regardless of their experience
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‘Stall it out!’ – Cravat analysis with Malin Lobb
SIV instructor and Cross Country columnist Malin Lobb goes deep into the analysis of recovery from a 40% cravat and auto-rotation on a Zeno
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The Four SIV Fundamentals
Flyeo instructor Malin Lobb talks about the four fundamental SIV skills that allow paraglider pilots to deal with any situation
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Masterclass: How to climb and fly better with Russell Ogden
Join paragliding world number 1 Russ Ogden for a coaching session exploring glider control and how to climb better
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Zero Tolerance
Bruce Goldsmith talks about major incidents in flight and why, for him, Zero tolerance is the only way forward for acceptably safe paragliding
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Cover story: Dual-control SIV in Gerlitzen
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Video: Understanding SIV, spins, stalls and collapses
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In Issue 145: Do the right thing
Pat Dower considers how safety training and skills clinics can improve your flying
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