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The Parakite Revolution: A Guide to the Future of High-Wind Flight
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The Parakite Revolution: A Guide to the Future of High-Wind Flight

Is it a paraglider or a kite? The Parakite is redefining high-wind flight. From the technology behind the Flare Moustache to specialised transition courses for...
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BHPA-certified instructor at Sky Riders professionally repacking a paraglider reserve parachute in a climate-controlled Somerset workshop.
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The Life-Saving Connection: A Guide to Reserve Parachutes & Professional Maintenance

A reserve isn't 'buy once and forget.' From the 6-month repack recommendations to the 10-year lifespan limit, we dive into the technical reality of reserve...
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Paramotor pilot flying an Ozone Roadster 4 reflex wing over the Somerset levels near the Bath and West Showground.
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Reflex vs. Dual-Purpose: How to Choose Your First Paramotor Wing (Without Buying Twice)

Don't join the hundreds of new pilots selling 'nearly new' kit because they were sold a wing that's too small. Discover the truth about reflex...
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Beyond the School Wing: How to Choose Your First EN-A or 'Low-B' Paraglider
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Beyond the School Wing: How to Choose Your First EN-A or 'Low-B' Paraglider

Buying your first wing is the biggest decision a new pilot makes. From understanding why your position in the weight range matters to choosing between...
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Infographic guide to paraglider servicing and trimming: explaining porosity testing, Bettsometer fabric checks, and the difference between Dyneema and Aramid line shrinkage. Details the Wingtrim break-test method versus standard stress testing.
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The Pilot’s Guide to Glider Servicing: Why Trim, Strength, and PMA Standards Matter

Is your paraglider safe to fly? Understand how lines shrink, the truth about break-testing vs. stress-testing, and how to maintain EN certification. Plus, learn how...
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  • The Parakite Revolution: A Guide to the Future of High-Wind Flight May 12, 2026
  • The Life-Saving Connection: A Guide to Reserve Parachutes & Professional Maintenance Mar 29, 2026
  • Reflex vs. Dual-Purpose: How to Choose Your First Paramotor Wing (Without Buying Twice) Mar 29, 2026
  • Beyond the School Wing: How to Choose Your First EN-A or 'Low-B' Paraglider Mar 29, 2026
  • The Pilot’s Guide to Glider Servicing: Why Trim, Strength, and PMA Standards Matter Mar 29, 2026

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