Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Hi Everyone, After many years, i am almost ready to go! I am about to purchase a Dk Whisper GT and a Airwave Sport from an ex paramotor instructor at my local airfield who has said he will train me on it at the field and the motor and wing included for £2500 which to me is a bargain! But now i need to finish up getting equipment such as a helmet/headset, alti/velo and a reserve, but i am unsure where to start! I don't have much left in the pockets and i want to spend most on a reserve, but i am unsure where to start and look! Any help would be greatly appreciated! Cheers Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_k Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Start with good boots and the helmet. You won't need the reserve to start with as you won't (shouldn't) be training in any unsettled weather. Cheers, Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 thanks! I have a flying suit kindly given to me by Dave from here two years ago, and i was thinking of using my old army sport boots with it? i just need to find a helmet... nothing fancy, just to get me going! any makes? and is it not a good idea to always have a reserve? or not? :L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paramotormike Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 I had a DK Whisper GT. I don't know if they still can do it, but Parajet converted mine into a full blown Parajet Volution! They bought the rights to the DK I think. Only slight downer (for me anyways) is that it is high hang point. But still a great bit of kit. Have fun and fly safe. Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 Well that sounds great! do you mind if i ask how much they charged you? please not sure something i could do straight away as i am only just reaching enough to get basic equipt and the machine itself, but sounds like a mean upgrade! does anyone have any comments on the airwave wing? originally a paraglider wing but he hardly used it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackbirdyxx Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Hi Have you purchased the Airwave Sport Yet ? I have an Airwave sport (L) thats my free flying wing and the manual states its not suitable for Motorized Flight. I have the Sport 1 but I have checked all the Sport Manuals up to the Sport 5 and they all say the Same NOT SUITABLE FOR MOTORIZED FLIGHT. My Paramotor wings are Dudek Enjoy & Be Safe Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 I Haven't yet no... this is one reason why i am asking on here, i dont know that wing at all so i wouldn't know.. he thought it would be okay as it isn't reflex and should be stable, but im no expert i shall ask him too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 Just another idea... Does the helmet have to be these big expensive helmets with headsets for £250, or can i get away with a well made helmet for a slither of that and just use sound cancelling inear earpieces to listen to my receiver for local traffic and training etc.? any rules on this or is it just to be safe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 The airwave Sport has an OPTIONAL set of power risers. You can buy them from UKairsports for about £150 but I would assume they are already fitted if being supplied with a paramotor. DO check this fact with the seller. SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paramotormike Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Sorry was over 10 years ago. I cant remember what they charged. Must have been reasonable, or I wouldn't have done it...lol Yes and some wings can behave badly under power. Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Paul, What are your thoughts on using it to teach with? I was wondering if it may be a little spicy? SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 I have his number so i'll will contact him about these things, i am sure he has, but if not i guess i'll have to get that sorted as well! more money and no worries Mike! I will take a look at there website out of interest and let you know if i spot something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 any further thoughts on a cheap bell helmet and sound cancelling in earpieces, or is it best to spend the extra for the decent stuff? thanks, Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivefreeman Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Just out of interest Michael who is your instructor ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 Paul Brian near Kings Lynn ( nickname, Pinky ) he's an ex paraglider comp and then paramotor instructor, has given it a break recently.. i found him online somewhere, just looking now! I know him well anyway and he is a good friend, we work together at the local airfield and he's forever trying to get wings out at the airfield, if it wasn't for our poor weather recently! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackbirdyxx Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 a very good question Clive. Simon I flew the Airwave under power in my early days, but I would not recommend it to train with. Before I flew a Paramotor I had been paragliding for over 5 years so I knew what to expect from a wing when things start to go a bit funny. But can you ask these questions to someone whos going to sell you the kit and offer you some sort of Training? Have you looked into Training with a school on their kit before you even think of investing? Fly before you Buy Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 I understand where you are all coming from, just so none of you missed it, posted the instructor on the previous page before this one, as i know how easy it is to miss posts yardyar But i guess not, if i am completely honest, i am just struggling to pull together £2500 at home with my parents and grandparents putting in everything they can, i can't afford to spend £1100 on training and still get a wing and motor etc. For me this is perfect, as long as it doesn't kill me! 17 year old sixth form student is never a wealthy time of life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 I love your passion and the motor is a great low budget option. I am also certain that the wing is not a great 'safe' wing for paramotor use. It pains me to say it dude but you may just have to keep saving for a while or do a better deal and find a better option for a wing there are some great second hand paragliding wings on the market which can be used with a paramotor. Your almost there!!! SW Sent from my iPhone using PMC Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 That word.. wait it a little longer devastates me haha but maybe you are right, he has Gin wings as well, its all his ex paragliding wings.. is it defiantly not a good wing then, or touch and go? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 Not one hundred percent to do now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 Micheal a friend of mine has a eagle genie wing for sale, it's an early semi reflex design by mike Campbell jones , fast enough to handle more lively conditions and slow and stable enough for a beginner to gain confidence on It's in great nick and he only wants £250 for it It's a proper motor wing and a far better option than the one you have been offered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 4, 2014 Author Share Posted March 4, 2014 Micheal a friend of mine has a eagle genie wing for sale, it's an early semi reflex design by mike Campbell jones , fast enough to handle more lively conditions and slow and stable enough for a beginner to gain confidence onIt's in great nick and he only wants £250 for it It's a proper motor wing and a far better option than the one you have been offered I like the sound of that! although im worried if i buy a separate wing, whether he would still do the deal on the motor and training! unless i can pick up a motor for £900 and do the proper training with Chilly or UKPPG? any thoughts!? Also, how do i contact this fella? Cheers! PS: still have everything you gave me 3 years ago and the flying suit fits me great! thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 Micheal a friend of mine has a eagle genie wing for sale, it's an early semi reflex design by mike Campbell jones , fast enough to handle more lively conditions and slow and stable enough for a beginner to gain confidence onIt's in great nick and he only wants £250 for it It's a proper motor wing and a far better option than the one you have been offered I like the sound of that! although im worried if i buy a separate wing, whether he would still do the deal on the motor and training! unless i can pick up a motor for £900 and do the proper training with Chilly or UKPPG? any thoughts!? Also, how do i contact this fella? Cheers! PS: still have everything you gave me 3 years ago and the flying suit fits me great! thanks again No worries mate, if you are interested in the wing let me know, its a guy I work with so see him most days, he was flying it up until recently when he bought a reaction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michaelt Posted March 4, 2014 Author Share Posted March 4, 2014 I'll let you know, cheers! what motors would you recommend as i wouldn't have a clue? But thqnks! i'll speak with this other chap and get back to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spigot Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 How heavy are you? Sent from my iPhone using PMC Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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