rob999 Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 If you're flying over Beaminster we'll have to meet up when my kit arrives. I'm in Dorchester and working on permission to fly from the field next to Maiden Castle.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomarnold Posted August 8, 2013 Author Share Posted August 8, 2013 If you're flying over Beaminster we'll have to meet up when my kit arrives.I'm in Dorchester and working on permission to fly from the field next to Maiden Castle.. That would be great, I'm always up for meeting up with others for a fly. Get in touch when you're ready... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomarnold Posted August 10, 2013 Author Share Posted August 10, 2013 Quick report after my first flight with the Golden 2. Very easy inflation, very short takeoff run, and fast climb. However, it was pretty thermic this morning, so the climbout could have been down to a thermal passing through. It was easier to maintain level flight, and I used less fuel, but then again there was a lot of lift about. I'll have to try it again on a still calm evening. The other problem was that it was all set up for freeflying, so my arms got tired very quickly (holding them up above my head) and I had to land after 15 minutes. So I must remember to re-tie the brakes with some more slack in them before I try it again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbertflyer Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Mate of mine (Rob) used to fly with a Golden 2 30 at 140kg under power. He loved it. Not fast but hassle free flying with easy launch & land. I flew the Gradient sister (Aspen 2) for quite a while with power at the same size & weight. Basically the same as the Golden 2 but a little faster top end and more efficient at the half to full bar setting. Golden might be better at catching thermal lift. We both flew the wings paragliding and still have the wings as they were so good. Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbertflyer Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 Gradient Aspen 2 30 under power (Certified EN Class C (below 130kg)). Old photo from 5 years ago (ish). Wing Still flown 3 or 4 times a year, tested last year OK for porosity after 410+ hours. Very comfortable ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomarnold Posted August 14, 2013 Author Share Posted August 14, 2013 Good stuff. I just need a nice calm evening so I can get out there and give it a proper test in the right conditions. Looks like I might be waiting a few days... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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