Bluebanshee

They were by far the cheapest when I got mine with the USD vs CAD and replacement parts direct was not an issue. I like the 3 cage design which I know isn't what you are interested in. 

I don't really have any complaints.

The a stock gx200 is only 6.5 hp. Would that even maintain level flight on a big boat wing? 15-17hp is easily obtained with internals and bolt ons but you are still at Top80 power levels. Few pounds could be shaved off with an aluminum flywheel. I'd like to see it done and others have. 

On 02/12/2019 at 01:06, paraflyer17 said:

Bumping a very old thread...

Did the thor 130 turn out to be any good, and is it reliable? 

I have an option on a paramotor with this engine that's seems decent, but I can find very limited reviews or info on the engine.

I am also not great mechanically,  so would need something reliable.

Good motor with two downsides: weight and weaker pull start/flash starter spring. I have had one for two years only a broken pull start so far. I did buy a Polini replacement but also a non flash start for a small engine which will work with minor changes. 

On 30/09/2019 at 03:32, AndyB said:

That looks good, but this does really well....

https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/572639/pn/010-01772-00

That's what I use and works well and battery life is awesome. Does what I need. eBay had it at a great price I couldn't pass up.

I have an original Eazy I got with 10 hours on at a great deal. Not much experience to compare it to others as I have only flown one other wing.

My trim speed is about 22mph on the medium at the top of the weight range.

On 09/05/2019 at 15:40, Mitch130 said:

I was flying in Kent approx 1000 feet up  and as I applied the speed bar I heard the noise . I saw the handle dangling above and beyond  the hoop . I came off the speed bar .The brake handle had been cut but not completely. Once home I removed the speed bar , sent the wing for repair and I have not used a speed bar since.

I'm guessing you have a low hang point with a closer to nuetral thrust angle?

That would be a new underwear flight.

What happened? Was the motor running?

My trainer was also training a guy Kurt pushed to a trike. Obvious that he pushes people to trikes if they "aren't getting it" and probably makes more profit too. He may not charge for training explicitly but you are paying for in the gear cost. Mind I ask what wing he sold? At least he seems to have been selling a wing made design within the last decade from his newer videos. 

Warm clear nights with plenty of moonlight seem easily flyable, especially how calm it can be. I think the moon could provide enough natural light but a good 2,000 lumen headlamp would be plenty for landing. Illegal in my country so I'd never do it. The noise would draw plenty of attention. 

3-10' following the contour of a field. Only broke 1000' twice in my last 15 flights. I maintain a safe gliding distance over power lines, houses and trees. 

I'd only worry about it if it had ethanol gas or where it will see temperature fluctuations. It would draw in moisture if it was in a shed or somewhere not climate controlled with the temperature changes. Most people spray fogger into a running engine for storage such as a boat kept outside.

Weren't the later ones redesigned with a better flash starter? I believe there is a thread on here that has a replacement pull start for a small engine, sounds like it might be a good fix.

I don't have enough time on mine to give a good opinion. I did however do lots of research and Came to the conclusion that it's a good engine with good support from a known company. Doesn't have a ton of power and isn't the lightest but I'd take that over something less reliable.

You could get a Kangook with a Polini Thor Evo 130 and AD Ramaflex wing for quite a bit less than the BH.

You training east or west? I'm in PA.

I have the AD Rama Flex in size small but still going through training. I got it as a package with my Kangook. Launches easily and smoothly every time when being towed. I'm not sure that it is certified or not, conflicting info on this if it matters to you.