Designed for free flight and paramotor training, Apco’s Prima IV came out this spring, replacing the Prima III, and is the latest in a generation of training wings that was born fifteen years ago. Now featuring Apco’s Flexon battens and made from modern, improved Gelvenor cloth and heavy-duty kevlar lines for maximum durability, the training [...]
The Airflex is Gin’s new high intermediate paramotor wing designed by Mike Campbell-Jones. Based on a Reflex profile, Gin say the Airflex’ innovative new, light leading edge, attachment point placings and line cascade design give it an amazing inflation and easy loading for takeoff compared to other wings with the same profile type. Gin says, [...]
Nirvana Systems’s Fly Style tailor-make their Tactel RX-2, two-piece flying suit to your measurements, ensuring a perfect fit. This windproof and waterproof jacket and trousers are made from Teflon-coated material, and the ergonomic design of the trousers allows for a pilot’s seated position. The suit is available in three colour choices and can even be [...]
Nirvana Systems have created a new throttle holder for Nirvana and Parasport paramotors. Being able to let go of the throttle, holding it safely out of the way of the propellor, leaves you free to use tools, camera etc. Very quick and easy installation. www.nirvana.cz Discuss here
The TrikeBuggy Bullet version 3.0 is now ready. This latest design features a folding rear frame and a lower, wider upper bar setup, giving the pilot better visibility and easier access than before. The trike is robustly made from stainless steel, and the motor can be quickly and easily dismounted for foot launching or transporting. [...]
The 29 m2 version of Dudek’s Nucleon has passed EN C certification, with the 25, 27 and 31 sizes to follow. Some of the suspension line lengths were shortened by 1cm for the certification, namely lines AI, AII, AIII, BIII, and STI. Dudek say that this change only minimally affects the behaviour of the wing [...]
Captain of the French Paramotor team, Pascal Vallee, is currently experimenting with the latest version of the lightweight Plasma, which has now gone super-light. Made from 36 g/m2 cloth, Pascal is delighted with the results: “I’m very happy in all aspects with Super Light. The minimum speed is even better than it was with the [...]
The same shape as their Fly helmet, Icaro 2000 have created the Fly UL for paramotor and microlight pilots. With ABS composite shell, the helmet weighs in at 600 g and has been designed to maximise airflow inside. Ear cups block out engine noise and as an option, can be fitted with radio connectors. Unlike [...]
Parajet has signed a deal with a US distributor to form Parajet USA. Seattle-based John Erikson will carry the full Parajet range and will also stock a large number of spare parts – a major problem for many US pilots who fly Euro machines. The company says John has “years of experience” on two-strokes, and [...]
The UK PPG comps panel have announced the British team for the forthcoming world championships being held in the Czech Republic at the end of the month. The selection process took into account the results of the recent National Championships, past results and training from within the British Squad. In the main PF1 footlaunch solo [...]
