russellnapier Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 Hello all, I thought I would take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Russell, 45 years young and I live in Dorset, just north of Bridport if anyone knows that area. I am very new to this sport, love any type of flying by find this mode very personal and exciting. I have done a taster day and was hooked and plan to start my training next year once the weather gets a bit better. I have started to order my kit ready for next year and would be interested to know if there were any other members in the Dorset area? I did notice that there was no Dorset regional forum on this site Cheers Russell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 Welcome to the Paramotor Club There is a good handful of pilots in Dorset. For starters you in the same county as Parajet and the guys who are active pilots. I have also taught a few people from that way who will most likely see this and reply. Again, welcome. SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy4115 Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 Welcome Russell, there are a few of us about in the area, I live and fly around Crewkerne so about 30 mins from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russellnapier Posted November 23, 2014 Author Share Posted November 23, 2014 Thanks Simon and Andy for your replies. I have already spoken to Parajet and will purchase my glider and paramotor from them. Hopefully Andy I will see you in the skies around Dorset in the new year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdEves Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Hi Russell There's a fair few of us up in north Dorset. Parajet will see you right. Do you know exactly what kit you're getting yet? Regards Ad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russellnapier Posted November 24, 2014 Author Share Posted November 24, 2014 Hi Ad, I was planning to get a Revo2 but after speaking to Parajet they recommended I also look at the Ozone Roadster 2 as the guy I was talking to was telling me there were some issues with Paramania production and a glider could take anything up to 9 months for delivery. Personally I don't mind, I have nothing to compare it to and the Ozone seems to have a good write up from other users. As for a paramotor i was looking at the Zenith Thor 200. This may not be the best choice as adding all the weight up, including my "not as slim as I used to be" body would take it close to the max weight on the 28m and I've still got to add fuel and other accessories. I won't actually get the paramotor until next year so I have chance to look around and also loose what Christmas may put on Cheers Russell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adzmoores Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Hi russell I live in beaminster and have just trained with flyspain ,that was September. Bought a parajet zenith Thor 130 from the folks at paramotor magazine.fully serviced and checked by parajet. Also got my reserve from them. I've only had three flights totalling 1hr15 mins. It's cold terrifying and great fun. Hoping to fly today but can't face the morning flight due to the cold.may try this afternoon. There are two other pilots in the area that I know and I've seen others airborne locally. Have you got a flying site?i have one or two but we are plagued with tiny fields and loads of trees here in the Brit valley. I need four more hours before I can fully qualify. Could meet for a coffee in bridport,though I only know what ric wormesley at fly Spain taught me. I often go out ground handling in all conditions,come along its fun. Bye Adz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russellnapier Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 Hi Adz, Thanks for your message. I would love to meet up and even come and see you ground handling. I am still waiting for my glider to be delivered, Christmas has caused a delay in deliveries so looking at Jan for it to arrive. As for sites, there is a strip in Pymore (50°45'05.6"N 2°45'35.6"W) which is used for microlights, model aircraft etc and I hear that the farmer only charges a minimal fee per year to use his field. If all else fails and I can't get use of a farmers field locally I will look at this one. I am off work this week so if you are planning to do some training etc please let me know and I would be more than happy to come over and say hi. Cheers Russell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willygofar Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 Chaps, If is of any assistance, both myself and my partner have just trained using an APCO Lift, (M) stunning as far as i can see, so much so, i bought one. Weight range 100-160kg all up. I do like the comment "need four hours to qualify".... you are either competent, or not.... no "qualification needed"! If you are looking at the thor 200, look at the Minari 180, less weight, similar output, less onerous manufacturer maintenance schedule for the engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 Adz, don't let stupid arrogant comments like the above put you off. Hours are important. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 Anyone who thinks otherwise I can only feel sorry for as I don't pray. SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russellnapier Posted December 30, 2014 Author Share Posted December 30, 2014 Thanks willlygofar for your comments. I have considered the PXP 180 as it is a good £2K cheaper than the Parajet and it will remain one of my options. Parajet are however a Dorset based company and I would like to support local companies as much as a I can. I think it will all come down to delivery times and how easy I am to separate myself from the cash once I come to order one As for the hours that Adz was talking about, I do think the more hours you can get the better, yes you do need to be competent but that doesn't bring you experience which only comes with time in the air. I know I am a zero hour virgin at the moment but I will be glad to get at least 20 hours under my belt Cheers Russell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob999 Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Hi. I fly out of Dorchester. If its any help I have a Roadster and a Parajet Zenith Moster. You're more than welcome to come for a look see or a groundhandle of the Roadster if you want. It is an original Roadster and not the latest one, but you'll get some idea. Am on 07968582666 if you want to call over.. Regards... Rob.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob999 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Russell, Any update ?? Did your wing arrive? How is the ground handling going ? I still ground handle even after a flight, you can never get enough ground practice in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russellnapier Posted February 24, 2015 Author Share Posted February 24, 2015 Russell,Any update ?? Did your wing arrive? How is the ground handling going ? I still ground handle even after a flight, you can never get enough ground practice in. Hi, Yes my wing finally arrived, only took 9 weeks instead of the quoted 3. I haven't had chance to go out yet, the weather is being a real pain in the rear at the moment. As soon as we get some dryish weather with some light winds I will be out there.. It's still sitting in my lounge teasing me... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob999 Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 I haven't had chance to go out yet, the weather is being a real pain in the rear at the moment. As soon as we get some dryish weather with some light winds I will be out there.. It's still sitting in my lounge teasing me... When the weather is good for you just shout up if you want a ground handling buddy. I'm sure there are plenty here willing to help, me included, I have a nice field for ground handling. Just shout up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russellnapier Posted February 25, 2015 Author Share Posted February 25, 2015 I haven't had chance to go out yet, the weather is being a real pain in the rear at the moment. As soon as we get some dryish weather with some light winds I will be out there.. It's still sitting in my lounge teasing me... When the weather is good for you just shout up if you want a ground handling buddy. I'm sure there are plenty here willing to help, me included, I have a nice field for ground handling. Just shout up. Thanks, i will do. I'm starting to get itchy with it sitting there and not being used.. I'll give you a call.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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