Wanstronian Posted February 4, 2018 Share Posted February 4, 2018 Hi folks, I start my training in July, why are the days going so slowly I realise that there's no one best motor (or wing) for every beginner, but currently I'm considering the AC Nitro 200 or one of the Parajet units. Veering towards Parajet as they're relatively local to me. However between the V3, the Zenith and the Maverick I'm not sure which is the best for beginners. By which I mean the most likely to withstand a sit-down on landing etc. It seems as if the Zenith would be the least suitable (looks relatively fragile), but does anybody have any advice? And which motor? I'm not bothered about eStart but I do want a clutch. I think. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted February 4, 2018 Share Posted February 4, 2018 The V3 is certainly the strongest option. I trained on one with Airways & the strength & build quality is excellent. They have a good selection of engines to fit the V3 too so I would give them a call to discuss your preferences. They really are helpful when it comes to advice. Good luck with your training & choice of Paramotor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shorehambeach Posted February 4, 2018 Share Posted February 4, 2018 Don't buy gear until you have been trained. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 Don't assume that there's a paramotor in existence which won't be damaged if you whack it into the ground. A prang from a bad launch or poor landing can potentially damage any paramotor. Concentrate on learning to ground handle and when you think you have it in the bag just keep doing it some more. Then when you can properly control a wing you can make a better decision about what kind of motor you want. If you are in proper control of the wing then you are less likely to prang your motor. The v3 from Parajet is awesome but the Zenith is very modular and can replace parts easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 I found the V3 while learning was fantastic. Although heavy, it took a few knocks where other units would have disintegrated! Once I got to flying without hitting the ground with anything other than feet, I swapped to a Nitro 200. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzer04 Posted February 6, 2018 Share Posted February 6, 2018 My V3 is up for sale brilliant for learning bought through Simon in 2014, its not much heavier than the Zenith but stronger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Morgan Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 There are plenty of other machines out there that are light and very strong... The V3 is heavy but has a strong chassis the cages IMO are no stronger than other bands.. The light weight machines will always be weaker.. Go and feel and flex the machines your looking at and see for your self... In 2016 i had a rather large Prang... 8MPS vertical impact with the ground full parachutel from 1000ft and the only damage was one bent quarter and a stiff neck... Our Mac Fly titanium machines are Roughly placed in the middle for weight Thor80 21kg Thor 130 24kg Thor190 26kg Thor 250 32kg all very strong... Don't get blinkered into one or two brands go and see as many as you can and don't just buy one because you like the look... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 Go to Parafest and see all the machines in one place! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 1 hour ago, AndyB said: Go to Parafest and see all the machines in one place! Or if you can't wait several months go to the PMC Fly-in next month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanstronian Posted February 10, 2018 Author Share Posted February 10, 2018 Thanks to everyone for their replies and advice! On 04/02/2018 at 22:32, Shorehambeach said: Don't buy gear until you have been trained. I certainly don't intend to! Until I'm able to fly a paramotor I can't really decide on size, weight distribution etc. I'm just trying to get as much varied information as possible so I don't put myself under pressure to make a quick decision later! On 05/02/2018 at 10:24, Steve said: Don't assume that there's a paramotor in existence which won't be damaged if you whack it into the ground. A prang from a bad launch or poor landing can potentially damage any paramotor. Concentrate on learning to ground handle and when you think you have it in the bag just keep doing it some more. Then when you can properly control a wing you can make a better decision about what kind of motor you want. If you are in proper control of the wing then you are less likely to prang your motor. The v3 from Parajet is awesome but the Zenith is very modular and can replace parts easily. The thing I like about the V3 is how quickly the cage can be disassembled. I don't have a towhitch or a massive car so the ability to assemble and disassemble quickly is a key consideration. On 07/02/2018 at 09:47, AndyB said: Go to Parafest and see all the machines in one place! I hope to. If everything goes to plan with the weather (ha!) I should have finished my training by then so will be in a position to go along! Thanks folks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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