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I cant rate them highly enough. They're great people who will spend loads of time answering any questions you have. They provide excellent training on top gear (Dudek wings and Bulldog Paramotors), do tandem flights so you'll get to have an idea of what it's like, and they dont try to get you to buy the gear they sell...you will want to though. Also the lads who train/fly at their field are good blokes too, but you'll find most Paramotor pilots are. Basically you cant go wrong.

Hi Andrew, Welcome to the sport. You are as you say very limited "up north" for training. I trained and still am when the weather plays ball with Hull Paramotors. They will keep you right with training and advice. It's a fair way to travel (I live near Barnard Castle) but you would not regret it. Enjoy the sport when you start. Vin

Definitely not fit for purpose then! ?

Hi AndyB, I used to work in EGNV (MME) ATC and as Leeming have said the mil traffic pretty much look after themselves outside controlled airspace in Class G.if you are using an Icom radio the frequency for Durham is 118.850. I dont know how feasible this is and also it won't be cheap but TRIG do very small transponders that are generally used on Microlights. A Lipo may possibly run one. Squawk 7000 and all radar units and traffic with TCAS (Traffic Collision Avoidance System) will know your there and be able to avoid you and pass traffic information to other aircraft on their frequency..Also your more likely to get a Low Altitude Radar Service (LARS) from whoever you call up. Vin

Hi Stuart, welcome to the forum. Where do you live in N Yorks? I live near Richmond. There's a few local lads about, but no school. I had a taster tandem at Hornsea with Alan and Paul from Hull paramotors. It's was definitely the right thing for me. I got to have a low level flight along the beach too....awesome what you can do on these amazing machines!

I have a bulldog with the standard dudek harness. I'm 6 2 and quite a big build and have absolutely no prob getting in to the harness; in fact it positively wants to get me in the seat on its own. My motor was set up by my instructor on a wooden rig. One thing I can definitely say is that my leg straps aren't loose. As has already been said, do a hang test with somebody who knows what they are doing and you shouldnt have any more issues.

Thats what I do. Works a treat!

Is that Cod Beck? Walked around that reservoir quite a few times.

My Thor 100 starts easily...just prime and pull! Also I always start it on my back.

My Thor 100 leaks also. Only slightly though. To be fair its never been flown since I bought it so I can't really comment on what its truly like after an hour or so of flight.

I have only ever flown once and that was on my Synth 2. Its extremely easy to launch and a doddle to land. My instructor did a cross country flight on it and was first back out of the four. I cant remember what their wings were but he commented on how fast the Synth 2 is. When I flew it on my first solo it was fantastic. I felt totally safe after 5mins and even went hands off and played with the trims. Any one of the wings you have mentioned are supposed to be great, as are also the Roadster2 and Spyder. Enjoy whatever you buy. I am really wanting to get back to my club and get airbourne but I am too precious about getting my wing wet and dirty....lol.

I have watched countless videos, read numerous magazines and books. IMO, the Powered Paragliding Manual by Jeff Goin is a fantastic book and is worth every penny when starting out. Next thing on the list is to get in contact with other pilots. They will probably invite you to meet up with them and give you a few pointers of what to aviod and where to go for instruction. Meeting the instructors and other members at the club will give you a good idea if you will enjoy training there. I am a total novice but for me that was the best route. I really hope you can get your dad to listen to your concerns. Looks can be deceiving, experienced pilots make it look so easy and straight forward....if only it was the case.

Hi Johnathan, welcome to the forum. I would recommend doing a tandem flight if possible (it will hook you there and then)! Chances are you will get to ground handle a wing anyway whilst at the field and also get the opportunity to have a go at steering yourself around the sky with the instructor! Vin

I dont have to press the diaphragm on the Polini 100, I just press the bulb a few times and away she goes. Vin

Hi Francois, I am fairly new to the sport but I know a little bit about it and give you some advice. I also live fairly close to you (Barnard Castle), so your more than welcome to have a look at my gear. I train Alan and Paul from https://www.paramotorclub.org/profile/3682-easttowestyorkshireparamot/ and https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=http://www.parafly.co.uk/&ved=0ahUKEwig18KHoc3OAhWCWywKHQdlBMkQFghyMA4&usg=AFQjCNF6UPcU-dV_MAmSbSrdeBcdCY9_oQ and cannot recommend these guys enough...they know their stuff: excellent training and top notch gear to train on. The only slight downside is its a bit of a commute but well worth it! Feel free to give me a call on 07850 110494 if you have any questions, Vin

Hi Gordon, welcome to the forum.. Ive just taken up the sport, so I have a fair old journey ahead of me. Do you get much chance to fly up there? I havent flown since my first solo 2 months ago due to weather and work/family commitments. Vin

Hi, really sorry to hear of your problems. I have a Bulldog with a Polini 100 (110cc). I literally do up 4 straps, prime it on my back with 4 pushes of the bulb which is easily reachable, grad the starter cord which is attached to the shoulder strap by a magnet and then no more than a couple of pulls of the cord later she will start from completely cold. Vin

Having very little experience I am probably not qualified to comment really, however, I have a Bulldog and it seems to be very well made to me (I have tested the schools Bulldogs cage strength when I panicked on my first attempt to become airborne where I throttled off and lifted my legs). No damage whatsoever. I knew I really wanted a Bulldog after that!

I am extremely new to this sport so I havent met lots of pilots, however out of the pilots I have met at the two clubs I have visited, I have only ever met one person who owned one. Not many people seem to own them.

Will do Cas.

Hello all, I have recently bought a Bulldog paramotor with a Polini 100 (110cc). Im not 100% sure the clutch is fine as it seems to be a bit noisy (there's a very slight squeal) and there is a little bit of play when you move the prop forward and aft. I haven't had chance to take it to the club yet to have it checked over. Just wondered if thats normal on this particular motor? Cheers

Hi Max, I live near Barnard Castle which is not far from Darlington and Scotch Corner. I am very new to the paramotoring world so my knowledge of this sport is lacking a little, however, I am more than happy to tell you what I have learned about this sport up to now. Give Paul from East to West Yorkshire Paramotor Club or Alan from http://www.parafly.co.uk a call. They provide training together and will give you all the advice you need and get you safely airborne...they did with me! Pm me if you have any questions, Vin

Hi Goldy, glad your really enjoying the sport now. Thats impressive from your miniplane; I was under the impression they were only really for lighter pilots.

Hi Mike, Have you tried www.cloudbusters.co.uk on 07899 878509? They fly from Tinto Hill near Glasgow according to their site. Hope that helps. I live near Barnard Castle and travel about 0230hrs to train with Hull Paramotors. They are a great bunch of people and their training in my opinion is fantastic. A few things I feel are relevant regarding instruction:- go with an instructor who spends a lot of time chatting to you about this sport, who makes you feel completely at ease and who doesn't immediately try to get you to part with your money...if you have confidence with your school you will probably want to buy your gear from them anyway.

Another thing to add to the shopping list once I am valid I think.