Paul Shotan

Yes and there were further modifications in this year's 2020 model EOS 150

Hi again Ganbatte. In case you've not seen it, here is an honest and unbiased 10 hour review of the EOS150

Hi Ganbatte Without proper comparison testing it wouldn't be fair to say which machine, the Nitro or the EOS was the smoother and I don't have any data. Besides which the "smoothness" of any motor will also depend on the frame used and it's attachments, the harness, vibration isolation points and so on. As far as the power is concerned, cubic capacity would obviously indicate the Nitro to be the more powerful of the two but I have tried both; I can easily hold back the Nitro 200 on full throttle but the EOS 150 has me struggling. I have no stats for service life on either and I doubt these will be readily available or reliable as it depends so much on maintenance, use and misuse. Yes the nitro does limit harness and frame mount choice but that's probably true of most manufactured units. I know the Wasp is customizable and will accommodate other harnesses. I had an APCO harness but had trouble getting into it in flight and the build quality I found to be poor in some areas (plastic chest strap buckles broke after just a few hours) but I changed it for the WASP harness and found that to be perfect, and very comfortable. Sorry to be not much help in this post but hope these findings help. Cheers, Paul

So, you're keeping quiet about your Adonis physique!!!:-). I'm past caring to be honest and this lockdown will shed a few pounds I'm sure. I trained on a Nitro 200 and that was to be my first choice as it was comparatively light and powerful. After training I traveled all over the UK trying on different models including the Moster, Flymec, Minari, the rupture-inducing Bailey and many others I've forgotten. At the end of all that testing the Nitro was still leading contender until I found and tried the EOS150 and Roberto Ferrero at Wasp Paramotors UK. It was an immediate revelation and a perfect fit for me. The way I was treated by Rob was just superb. The weight of the rig was crucial but, more than that, it felt like the weight distribution was absolutely spot-on. It was like the difference between a great backpack and a cheap one... you can carry far more, much further with the first and feel less effort and discomfort than with the latter. It just felt it was made for me, my build, condition and abilities. I truly believe you can only choose your gear by wearing it. We're all physically different and no cold statistics will tell you what is right for you ... you have to wear it. I personally love the WASP and EOS combo but of course there are many other frames available to suit your needs. Having tried carbon , steel, alloy and titanium I still found titanium to be the superior option. Another reason I chose EOS was their support, dedication to constant development as demonstrated by their ground breaking new Quattro 4 Stroke currently in final testing with dealers around the world. I have actually met the owner of EOS and found him to be extremely helpful and approachable. When I compare that to the shoddy treatment by Vittorazi of their loyal customers it seals the deal for me. I may be biassed of course but all of my experiences and choices have been based on actual experience and a lot of research!!!. If you can try an EOS give it a go, it could be the one for you. Good to be "talking" to you anyway ... stay safe and maybe one day we'll meet in the sky? ha ha happy isolation meanwhile.Paul

HI Ganbatte You're right, the best way to get true reviews is from real users. Okay, I am 67 years old, unfit and ashamed to say 220lbs. I have the EOS150 with Ozone Spyder wing. I am loyal to the EOS because I've tried on so many others and not been satisfied with the vast majority in terms of weight, complexity, reliability, power to weight ratio and crucially, after sales support. I needed all the help I could muster to get me launched and my rig gets me in the sir without puffing and panting, grunting or having a heart attack!!! You can tell ...I love it. I believe the future of PPG is light weight and efficiency and my Wasp Titanium and EOS150 (total 20.5kg) provides that right now. It powers tandem flights with two adults and a large wing very easily. I hope that helps Ganbatte? This is my honest opinion. Others may contradict my but it's my hands-on 2 cents worth. Check out www.wasppg.com and www.peakygliders.co.uk for videos and more information. Cheers, Paul (UK)

I agree with Simon, I've never had an issue with the EOS150 starter, it pulls smoothly and starts the motor first time mostly every time. It's a slightly different (more gentle, one finger?) technique to non-Flash starting and does make a huge difference in ease of starting, especially mid-flight. I understand that any issues were mostly on the earlier 100 Booster models but are now resolved. The only paramotor I have witnessed having repeated starter problems is the Minari with multiple failures of the cord, the spring and the engager dogs. I saw two friends have breakages both on the same day and when new parts were fitted they too failed within hours! NO motor is 100% perfect, they all have their idiosyncrasies and weak points. It's a case of researching the records and hands-on testing, not falling into brand loyalty and rumour traps. I promote the EOS150 because of my long term research and very positive personal use. and , just as importantly because of the unrivaled, personal after sales support from both EOS and WASP paramotors. New machines come with a 2 year warranty!!! The fact that a busy and well respected training school speaks highly of these machines is, for me, further confirmation of my own findings.

Hi Magnus, I'm in Birmingham if that's any nearer for you to take a look and measurements from an EOS? You're welcome to come if it helps. Cheers, Paul

Sorry I assumed by "custom" you were replacing individual parts!!! Even switching motors can have an effect on performance and safety; different mount points, weight distribution, torque effects, clearances, vibration and so on. I would still get advice first! Perhaps I'm too much of a wuss???

I definitely wouldn't be tinkering with custom parts on a machine that holds my life in it's "hands", especially if I were "not very technical". Paramotors are (or should be) designed as a whole unit with parts matched and tested together. 5kg less weight invariably means loss of strength somewhere within that design. I would become a highly experienced flyer and competent engineer before considering altering my machine or wing! There are no lay -bys or garages in the sky....... Stay safe

Power launching with the WASP has no issues at all. The frame does not flex enough for a prop strike... nowhere near! Poor technique will destroy any frame if you try hard enough!

Exactly right.... PPG is very much "seat of the pants" flying, muscle memory and correct reaction to changing circumstances. Theory is a fine and valuable addition but as Jean-Clause says... it's solid practical training from a good teacher that is top priority.

GB007 Don't be disheartened... you've done everything right and that's all we can do . Beyond that it's down to the weather fairies! As for being "frowned on" by UK trainers for your using Spain ...... any decent trainer will be happy to accommodate you, there should never be any "us and them" as far as UK vs Spain is concerned. If you do come across any resentment then you know to avoid that person from the outset. Fingers crossed for you ... happy flying.

I started PPG training 2 years ago and I have to say that the UK weather lately has more or less ground air time and progress to a sluggish crawl. May beginner pilots I know quite understandably have lost the determination or spend week after week staring at the sky for signs of that legendary golden orb! There's no denying that the UK is often a frustrating and unpredictable environment for PPG training , just look back over the past months and think ahead as we then wait for fields to re-emerge and dry out! To speed up the learning route I have to say that a combination of home and abroad seems to be the answer. Whether that be Spain, Italy, Portugal or further afield e.g. the USA ... anywhere there is proven training and more dependable weather. UK Trainers are comparatively few and far between and so, for most people that means a trek and stop overs. I was very lucky in that my training was during a UK heat wave; hot, sweaty and exhausting but at least flyable and the course open ended! It's all very hit and miss and people need to understand and accept that, plus make sure that the trainer offers flexibility. Spain etc sounds idyllic but even there nothing can be guaranteed; we are all at the mercy of the (changeable and changing) climate and go with that clearly in kind. I held a PPL some years ago and the weather was always the deciding factor of what was undertaken. All aviation is weather dependent, it's the medium we fly in be it paragliding or A380 so budding pilots need to be aware of that, do their research on location and reputation and make educated choices accordingly.

I trained on a custom titanium frame with Nitro 200 and it was that experience that sent me on the path to the WASP Titanium with EOS150. After training I bought a Flymec Carbon Sky 110S which felt surprisingly heavy, unbalanced with the top radiator and didn't suit me at all. I'm an older pilot, pretty unfit and I needed the lightest. most comfortable rig I could find and the WASP ticked all the boxes for me. It has power, strength. light weight and reliability backed up by great personal support from WASP. I couldn't ask for anything better. This is purely my opinion based on my own experience and of course we all have our preferences and flying styles but I have yet to find fault with the rig. In combination with an Ozone Spyder 2 I can launch easily in most conditions.

I bought my WASP from Roberto two years ago and I have yet to find a more reliable, lighweight or good looking machine. Plus of course dedicated support from the man himself is unbeatable. LOVE IT and looking forward to the new 4-section frame and the long awaited 4-stroke Quattro.

As it says....can I join the queue for any spare place for the Bore Chasers 2020 please? I'm sure it's a long queue and not much chance but it's worth a try at least. I've not been before but followed it in the media and would love to experience it. So here 's a big crossed fingers. Many thanks and hope to meet some of you soon. Cheers, Paul Shotan (Birmingham)

Hi , Would you sell the paramotor separately, and if so, how much (cash sale and I collect)? I would also be interested in some of the other smaller items if so. Many thanks, Paul