miromst Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Hi All, The other day I had a discussion with a friend which paramotor is the most preferred in the UK. Can you share here which paramotor are you flying and what engine? Cheers, Miro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganers Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 I have access to an ec extreame simmonini mini2 , a solo 210 fly castaloucio and a bulldog moster. The bulldog is by far the lightest, stronger build quality and a toss up between bulldog and simmo for most powerful. For me the bulldog is favourite. Cheers Lee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatPux Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 Parajet Macro V2 with XT172 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miromst Posted May 8, 2014 Author Share Posted May 8, 2014 Fantastic. Forgot to update mine Adventure x-race with Fly200 engine. I like the power but the frame too fragile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 I would guess that numbers wise Parajet has most likely got a large chunk of the UK market. Everyone I know has at least 1 SW Sent from my iPhone using PMC Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdEves Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Parajet macro Polini 200evo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy4115 Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Bulldog Moster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bholleran Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Nirvana instinct ns230 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Old Pap top 80 for single bimbles about. (possibly for sale) Walkerjet f 200 (not sure why Ive still got it as I dont use it) Possibly for sale. Bulldog with a simonini evo engine for tandem. Simonini mini 2 in a quad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil1975 Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 I have an 'old school' Bulldog Thor 110. I hated it for ages & fell out with it (& Clive). Having said that it is running better & better & I am starting to appreciate some of the thought that has gone into the design. Maybe not the UK's favorite But I don't mind it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomarnold Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Recently sold my Rad Arrow and now I fly a Fresh Breeze Solo 210. More power and lovely and quiet. Having said that, the Rad was great for my first year of flying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miromst Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 Amazing, Until you see it like this you will never realize how many models is out there.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robovercyprus Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Bailey v5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irm750 Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 I wouldn't expect it to be the most popular (in fact if anyone else is flying one I'd be shocked!) but I fly a Walkerjet Superhawk with a Solo 210 engine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotwinfiles3326 Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Popular or favourite.. Mines a v5 as it's the only one I have.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptwizz Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Bailey 175. There is no reason why the largest suppliers or most popular motors would necesserily be the most well repspected brands. There are pros and cons to every aspect of popularity. You will probably find many more complaints about the most popular motors, simply because more people have them. This is similar to asking 'what's the best car or bike?' It depends on what you want to do with it and on your personal requirements and taste. I fly a Bailey because I believe 2 stroke engines are a work of purest evil. I don't mind that it's dated and heavy. I could have aquired a lighter, more powerful and more modern 2 stroke motor, but I like my Bailey in the same way that I like my old british bikes and car. The only real advice I can offer would be this: Get as much experience as you can before committing your hard earned cash. Your own experience is worth considerably more than any number of popularity polls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominicppg Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 No-one knows the answer to your question. However, Most sold in UK in past 5 years is probably Parajet. Most highly rated by owners in survey was Miniplane. Most common at recent fly-ins I've been to (Wacky Winglands, GNFI) was Bulldog. I suspect that my input here was probably no help at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsquared Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Thanks Pete, you've just made my day with your comment......"I fly a Bailey, because I believe 2 stroke engines are a work of pure evil." Coming from someone who has over 35 years experience with 2 strokes, and chooses to fly a 4 stroke, (meaning you Pete), that speaks volumes in my book. Cheers. Rob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_k Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 I've just moved on from an old Solo 210 based 2 stroke to a Bailey V5 4 stroke. They are almost the identical weight, in fact the Solo is a tad heavier. Where the V5 scores is the weight is higher and closer to your back, so it feels lighter when on the ground. The harness is really comfortable so I'm well pleased. The V5 weighs in at 28.4kg dry. Unfortunately you won't get a 4 stroke any lighter than this, unlike quite a few 2 strokes. cheers, Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Alan, your basically French mate so you don't count SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_k Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Thanks my man They were both bought in the UK though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer_Dave Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 I needed a unit to re-instate my confidence after my last one snapped in to 2 pieces. I didn't want anything that could crack and potentially send me into a spiral dive. The Bulldog has answered this very well. Easy to prime and start on your back. Stability in strong thermals whilst there is still enough weight shift to make gentle turns on XC. Comfy adjustable harness. Only one niggle for me was the frame could've been a tad bigger so I could spin a 130 prop but I still get about 450 ft/min climb and approx 4-5 ltrs/hour burn. I've a hunch that customer service would be good but haven't had to ring him yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptwizz Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Farmer Dave has reminded me: Another advantage of four stroke engines (apart from being cleaner, quieter, more reliable and having more linear throttle response) is the fuel consumption. I am about 78kg and on a 29.5m² Ozone Indy wing I get about 2 to 2.5 litres per hour. While a 2 stroke engine may be lighter, this is to some extent offset by the extra fuel required on take off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer_Dave Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Quite right about the take off weight Pete. Very often over looked. I love the Bailey 4 stroke motor. If I wasn't 98 kilos I would be tempted. The extra 15 kilos of thrust gives me options Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabcam Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Bailey V5 with a 24 GTX, I weigh 80 kilos. I dont find the Bailey heavy at all, very comfortable machine, and only using around 3 litres per hour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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