Hi guys, im a newbie to the site although I have posted a couple of times. Thought id better introduce myself before I bug you with more daft questions My names Steve and im in Teignmouth, Devon. Not flying yet but have thought about it for about 20 years lol.
Basically I would like to paramotor really but have heard that I sould learn to paraglide first. Am I right in thinking that there is more stricter training sylabus with paragliding than there is with paramotoring? I have seen the student pilot, club pilot etc classifications but there doesnt seem to be the same for paramotors? Ive been offered to be shown the basics by a generous guy who is local to me who is very experienced with both diciplines. I have a healthy fear/respect for flyers as I am a mature 41 yo under no illusions that this is a dangerous sport.
I see lots of cheap wings on ebay but always told myself I would buy a new wing for safety sake but the ones I am watching appear to be low hours, certified and serviced wings for cheap money. I assume to be buying a second hand motor at least to start with in case its not for me. I have saved funds for a new wing and motor but thought id start on used gear.
I know theres a lot of stuff here but as I say im a newbie? thanks for any info Steve
Ooops, sorry. Forgot my original question- Whats the difference between a reflex and non reflex wing? Thanks