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Hi Shoreham beach,

Well, I have got my gh wing, which is great. However being a full time airline pilot never affords me much free time (as anticipated hence the expected 12 months). Admittedly I have been gliding in K13’s which has been terrific (first glider solo a couple of weeks ago, even though my first powered solo was twenty years and 9000 hours ago it was still awesome, loved it). I am however off to get training next week to begin my paragliding adventure! I’ll let you know how it goes although I imagine it will be pretty tame in the early stages, at least I hope so.

Hi Shoreham beach, thanks for replying. My estimation may have been on the rather pessimistic side as I haven't tried it yet and available time is always an issue. Just a stab in the dark. 3-5 days sounds quite a bit more inviting. 

I have lined up some training for the ground handling and my intention is then to practise practise practise. Then I can confidently jump in with both feet, buy the paramotor and get the instruction as you advise. I have a plan and provider all ready for this.

I have noticed a bit of a split on the ground handling wing debate, half seem to suggest it's a good idea and half seem to agree with you. 

It would seem logical that a crisp new wing would be easier to fly but also logical that the potential wear and tear of ground handling practise would best not be endured by a new flying wing? The potential down side being the considerable effort required to operate a gh wing can be in itself prohibitive. Thus rendering it a pointless and frustrating exercise.

Is there such a thing as a good gh wing?

Hi, I'm hoping to start paramotoring in a year or so. For now I'm starting with ground handling (expecting about a year to get the hang of it). Ive got a harness and I'm looking for a ground handling wing and any contacts in the Warwickshire area. 

Hi, I'm after a ground handling wing. I'm in the warwickshire area and new to paramotoring. If there's anyone out there in my area let me know and if anyone has a GH wing, I would be interested. Thanks for your help.