Rob13 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Folks, Having just found this site, it seems like this must have fairly recently come about, as I have been interested in paramotoring for about 3 years now but never got round to trying to find a suitable school up here in the North East. I have no flying background whatsoever, however i am a keen learner! Motorcycling is my main hobby however I have always wanted to take to the skies! Could anyone give any advice on where to turn first i.e do I look towards doing a course in non-powered paragliding or should I go straight into a paramotor course? Are there any in the Yorkshire/Durham area who would provide training? Lastly, and certainly not least, I understand that Paramotoring is one of the cheapest forms of flying, however I know only too well that a hobby can swallow cash! (Motorbikes aint cheap either!) How much would it cost to include training and kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 I reccomend Paul Haxby in your area as a person to learn with. He is a member here so whould be in touch soon. Kit - all the B Sh*t is (new and top end) £2,200 wing (paraglider) £4,000 Paramotor £1,000 Training and bits and bobs. Once you have this kit, you will not need to buy anything for 5 years or more. I used to Drag Race motorbikes.... (including Gary Rothwells 320bhp Turbo bike) I know where you are coming from about the money thing.... Paramotors are 'not' a constant drain in the same way.... SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob13 Posted March 27, 2008 Author Share Posted March 27, 2008 Thanks Simon, am I right in thinking Paul is the founder of AXB sports? I have found their website. On a separate note, do you think that it is best to take up paragliding first and then go into the training for paramotoring or is it just as good to take a paramotor course? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 27, 2008 Share Posted March 27, 2008 Talk to Paul, AXB yes... But he is of the same school as me on that front, I teach Paramotoring from the ground up no Paragliding is involved Please do make sure that you let him know where you heard about him SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie chapman Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Hi guys Im as new as a new born and would love to watch one of you guys take off in person, not just on you tube i live in south shields tyne and wear. And would travel to you. i have send paul haxby from axb and email im just awiting a reply on course training. i would love to meet and chat with someone about ther flights and experiences i supose i must start somewhere thanks Jamie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Hi, I am near Middlesbrough, but have put my gear away now until it is warmer. I will next be flying in UK in March. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie chapman Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Thanks andy for your reply please please will you drop me a message and u will be more than happy to travel to you. im currently waiting for paul haxby to reply about lessons hopefully i will be flying next year thanks again andy for your reply Jamie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie chapman Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Andy do you have any youtube vids to watch by any chance cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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