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Not sure that any wing is bomb proof.... That said I think that buying the best kit you can afford and most importantly getting some good training you can minimise the chances of any serious crashes. It is a good step to have started doing research and joining this forum means that you will get access to a wealth of knowledge from other pilots. I'm around 100kg and have just purchased a ParaJet Macro with a 28 Revolution wing. I had heard many good things about this combo and am lucky enough to live close to the factory so was able to get a good insight into what goes into the paramotor. I also found that they were able to answer all of my questions. Other pilots here will prefer other manufacturers, such as PAP, Bailey or RAD, each has their own merits and reasons why they prefer a particular make. Get as much information and insight as you can, and make an informed decision. Good luck and enjoy

I'm up for training next week. Unfortunately I can't make the weekend tho Can take my new Revo for its first bit of groundhandling

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Angus, I'm in Gillingham and learning at the moment with Simon. If you like when I next go up to the flagpole, I can give you a lift and you can have a chat to some of the pilots and see what it is all about.... PM me or reply here.

Does this help mate?? http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/ ... l#pressure To quote :: Thickness lines Pressure decreases with altitude, and thickness measures the difference in height between two standard pressure levels in the atmosphere. It is proportional to the mean temperature of this layer of air, so is a useful way of describing the temperature of an airmass. Weather charts commonly show contour lines of 1,000-500 hPa thickness, which represent the depth (in decametres, where 1 dam = 10 m) of the layer between the 1,000 hPa and 500 hPa pressure levels. Cold, polar air has low thickness, and values of 528 dam or less frequently bring snow to the UK. Conversely, warm, tropical air has high thickness, and values in excess of 564 dam across the UK often indicate a heatwave.

Great video.... some nailbiting launches there too.....

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Great pics!! As a new student I find it frustrating, obviously I'm very eager to progress with my training but with the weather the way it is I tend to find that there are gaps between when I can learn and that means that it can sometimes be one step forward and one step back. I am lucky in some respects as I have access to borrow a wing so can run outside and practise groundhandling when there is a clear patch. I'm hoping the weather will clear up next week as per the forecast on Metcheck and I can get up to Lambourn for some proper training. Fingers crossed.

I plan to use the ViewRanger Mapping & Navigational software on my mobile phone as I have just order a handy wrist strap so that I can attach it to my forearm. It allows me to plot routes, see my distance and speed etc.... another cool feature is the buddy beacon which allows me to track other pilots who have the software, great for flying in a group.

RAF Colin's pic appeared on the BBC's One Show yesterday.....

Wish I could be joining you all but have to work over the weekend. Hope the weather is isn't as bad as predicted and you all have an awesome time!! Look forward to seeing some pics posted on the Forum.

Ah, hate it when that happens!! lol. Have left you a text and voice message so please ignore those later. Is there any chance of doing some training today or is the weather not good?? Cheers!

Simon, I think that these measures are more reassuring than daunting to new students/pilots. It is good to know that procedures are in place should anything go wrong and that people are trained in what the best course of action to take. This can only be a positive from my point of view.

Indeed, that is impressive!!!

Togsie, you need to add an exception by clicking on the link. This will open a window and you will be able to get the certificate and allow the exception based on this certificate. You should then have no problems accessing the shop. Hope that helps.... (although maybe not that well explained, sorry!)

The fact that the accident has started this discussion can only be a positive thing, even if it is just to get people thinking about what they are doing abit more. Being someone new to the sport and witnessing what happened has made me appreciate the importance of safety, taking the time to check and double check and having good training. However, I understand that no matter what precautions we take sometimes things will go against us and accidents will happen. It is a risk we all understand and accept. The response of the people that were at Lambourn that day has only inspired my confidence that should something happen to me while I'm doing my training, that there are people who know what they are doing and will look out for one another.

Is it going to be good weather over the weekend?? Eager to crack on with my training?? What is the optimum weather for training??

Glad you're OK Pete, as Adrian said puts a different angle on attempting the first flight. I must admit first thing on the following Monday I was on Grand Prix Racewear website checking out fireproof tops.... The only downside to adding extra protection to the fuel tank is that you would also be adding extra weight. Would be interested to hear what seasoned paramotor pilots think about adding this type of protection and whether it would help or not.

Good to hear you're on the mend and will be leaving hospital soon. Take it easy and hope to see you back at the Flagpole in the very near future. Best wishes D@n

Good to meet you all on Sunday. Must admit to being alittle nervous driving up for my first day of training and seeing the vast number of cars parked with the number of people sitting around. My previous experiences have been in a field with one or two people, so to feel like everyone was watching was out of my comfort zone especially as I was having trouble getting the wing off the ground. However, everyone was so friendly. Look forward to seeing you all again and to get cracking with my training. Thanks D@n

Hey Simon, I would like to come up Sunday and start my training too.... Hope that is OK? Will ring on Saturday to confirm. Cheers! D@n

I live in Dorset and hoping to get some lessons sometime this year when the weather is better. Can you email me with some more details Simon??