Farmer_Dave Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 Hi everyone Anyone tried ,or knows anyone else who has, a Flat-top paramotor with the Simmonini 200 cc engine? Sounds like they have alot going for them but I've only heard one persons opinion, apart from the guy who makes them. Are there any in the UK yet? Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carvingair Posted October 12, 2007 Share Posted October 12, 2007 almost...I was to meet with a flat-top rep at a fly-in last summer but she never showed up, didn't call to explain, write, nuthin. Mark, Canada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
togsie Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 There is a character called Dell Shanze who promotes the Flat Top heavily. He uses the moniker “imasuperhero” and is a prolific poster of videos on the utube site. He also runs the PPG Truth forum where he often posts topics on what he sees as the virtues of the Flat Top. He’s a bit of a controversial character and it wouldn’t be putting it too strongly to say that he’s hated by some of the PPG community because of the way in which he expresses his views. It would therefore be wise to take anything that he has to say with a pinch of salt. Most people seem to agree that the big plus point of the Flat Top is safety, it’s built in crumple zone in particular is a feature that is seems to attract a lot of positive feedback. Regards. Togsie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I think it's worth noting that Colin flys a "flat bottom" paramotor these days, due to his unique style of landing. LOL Sorry Colin, couldn't resist that one!! Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryW Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Dave, I know what a Paramotor is. But could you please explain what a "Flat Top Paramotor"is and maybe compare it with a Parajet. I'm sure that I'm not the only one out there who's unsure. Cheers Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer_Dave Posted October 14, 2007 Author Share Posted October 14, 2007 Hi Terry The Flat-top is basically a USA built unit which took it's roots from a Walkerjet, which is what I fly. The design seems to have a strong emphasis on safety. I think the web site is rpmppg .com if you want to know more. I might have one but would like to speak to someone over here who has flown one. I am aware of Mr. Schanze. I am headstrong too and very capable of gathering info from many sources then drawing my own conclusions. Thanks for all advice though. You can't be too carefull. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryW Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Hi Dave, Thanks very much for taking the time to reply so quickly. I've looked at the rpmppg.com site and it explains exactly what I wanted to know and a lot more to boot aswell, about the "Flat Top". It appears, that a lot of thought has gone into the construction, especially on the safety side. Fly safe Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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