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The Art of Paragliding - $34.95This all-new book is bound to become the standard paragliding manual around the world. It presents a detailed step-by-step training method with the latest techniques and follows the USHGA training program. Whether you are new to paragliding or wish to take a refresher course to polish your skills, this book is sure to provide a goldmine of information.
Includes the following topics:
8 1/2 x 11 format, 374 pages, 248 illustrations, 86 photos, four-color cover
For more information check The Art of Paragliding Table of Contents.
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This book is the standard text on learning to fly the world's lightest aircraft. A clear understanding of beginner to advanced intermediate skills and training is provided. Topics include an overview of the sport, beginning, novice and intermediate training, equipment, weather, aerodynamics, learning to soar, tandem, towing and much more.
6 x 9 format, 200 pages, 140 illustrations, 33 photos, four-color cover
For more information check Paragliding Flight Table of Contents.
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This
is a comprehensive manual for those who are starting a course in powered
paragliding or those wanting to see what they're getting into. It covers
everything from buying to flying and then mastering the sport. Thorough and
easy-to-understand coverage is provided on law and airspace specifically for the
paramotor pilot.
New pilots will appreciate the many illustrations that show or refresh some of the minutia involved in the sport. If a picture is worth a thousand words, than this book's value is well beyond it's 320 colorful pages.
Advanced techniques, including what to expect at SIV clinics, precision flying and competition are covered by 2004 U.S. National Champion Jeff Goin. More than anything the book clearly presents what pilots can practice to excel and how to know when they've learned it.
Paramotoring is the ultimate form of personal powered flight. This is the aviation sport for everyone with a tight budget but a thirst to fly. A paramotor outfit doesn't demand airfields and hangars. It will fit in the owner's car and can be flown from small fields. This book is a broad introduction to all aspects of this young sport. From inflating the wing to understanding an aviation chart, it deals step-by step will all the skills and knowledge needed to fly safely and confidently. A must-read for anyone interested in the powered paragliders.
8 1/2 x 11 inches
150+ color photographs or graphics
Paperback
The book is available from Sport Aviation Pubications for $39.95
SPECIAL! Save 10% by ordering the Powered Paragliding Bible and its companion video Starting Powered ParaglidingThis book is a store of knowledge from 20 years of flying sport aircraft. If you've ever wondered why the air behaves as it does, this book is for you. The greatest emphasis is on small-scale effects--excatly where we fly. Details are provided on everything from turbulence to thunderstorms. The chapters on lift sources and flying efficiency alone are worth the price of this book. Understanding the Sky is your key to complete comfort in the air.
6 x 9 format, 200 pages, 140 illustrations, 33 photos, four-color cover
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SPECIAL! Save 10% on two products by ordering Understanding the Sky and the companion video Weather to Fly™ or the Weather to Fly™ CD Rom. Also check our Weather to Fly™ Log Book .
This video just took the honor of being the most popular video by the voting audience at the Garmisch Hang Gliding and Paragliding Film Festival. It also got awards for the Most Original Idea and Best Film Quality. Break out the chips, beer and bean bag chair for it's sure to become your most popular video.
The film features three young American paraglider pilots in an epic paragliding adventure on the exotic island of Bali, Indonesia. Humor, adventure, freedom and spectacular are the themes of this exotic account. The pictures captured by the Sea to Sky crew are incredibly original, moving and aesthetic. The video is extremely pleasing, both visually and intellectually. It will be inspiring to anyone involved in paragliding or contemplating learning to fly. A great soundtrack tops it all out. This film is sure to get more awards in the future!
- See the flying lifestyle in an island paradise.
- Watch radical pilots perform aerial acts banned in civilized countries.
- See the incredible volcano thermal blast our heroes
(Available on November 15, 2000)
(photo coming soon)
44 minutes, available in NTSC and PAL versions.
This instructional video shows all a pilot needs to know about ground handling a paraglider–the essence to comfort in the air. Demonstration of the latest techniques in light, moderate and strong winds by Dixon White, Master pilot and Instructor.
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(Available on November 15, 2000)
44 minutes, available in NTSC and PAL versions.
Filmed at SunValley, Jackson Hole, Garmisch and Point of the Mountain, this video introduces you to some of the best sites for paragliding. The viewer will find out what makes these places so perfect and how to exploit them.
Also available:
The Perfect Mountain Music Edition - $24.95 (30 min.)
Shorter version of the video above without the talking but with a great soundtrack.
Spectacular shots with inspiring music.
(Available on November 15, 2000)
We only distribute the NTSC version of this video (usable in the Americas). Those needing the PAL version (usable in Europe, Australia) should contact the BHPA (British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association) in England.
Sport Aviation Publications is happy to announce the release of a new product: Security in Flight, a paragliding S.I.V. video with British pilot Jocky Sanderson. This 34 minute tape is designed to help you recognize and recover from a variety of maneuvers you might encounter while you're flying. Every pilot must know this information and understand these important techniques to fly safely. We know no better way to gain this experience short of flying tandem with Jocky.
Knowledge Dispels Fear is the subtitle of this production. Using dynamic air-to-air footage, Jocky, one of the world's leading figures in S.I.V. flying, talks you through and demonstrates the following maneuvers: big ears, B-line descents, symmetric and asymmetric tucks, spirals, spins, wingovers, stalls, cravats and reserve deployment.
By giving you a better understanding of your paraglider in pitch, roll and yaw, this film will help you gain confidence and enhance your flying skills. Most importantly, this award winning film is a great visual presentation scripted to teach safe procedures in critical situations. Don't miss your opportunity to learn from the pros and get your copy of Security in Flight.
Sport Aviation Publications is happy to introduce this new product to their line of products.
Using stunning air-to-air camera work, Jocky Sanderson (Security in Flight), bronze medal,
1995 World Championships, takes you on a cross-country flight, stopping at the world's premier
flying sites to illustrate important flying points. He gathers valuable gems of advice from some
of the best pilots, ranging from thermaling techniques to competition strategy:
Gin Seok Song, John Pendry, Chris Muller, Daniel Crespo, Bruce Goldsmith, Godfrey Wenness,
Chris Santacroce
For all pilots who want to make the most of their cross-country flying, this video is a must.
Taking off in Australia, we stop in Brazil, Mexico, France, Turkey and Korea, covering all aspects
of cross-country flying:
Thermalling, Coring, Speed to Fly, Decision-making, Competitions, Psychology, SIV & Emergencies,
Retrieve, Take off and Landings
Have you been thinking of taking up paragliding? Or are you looking for a video that will inspire your friends to start paragliding? This video is what you need. The viewer finds himself in the middle of paragliding lessons. Techniques such as no-wind reverse launches and tandem launches are explained and demonstrated. Fantastic in-air footage of sites in Washington and Arizona will also show you what to expect after the initial learning stages. A perfect introductory video.
A perfect introduction to the lightest form of human powered aviation. It shows what to expect when you're learning this exciting new sport: first lessons, simulator practice, ground handling, first solo flight, equipment concerns, power pack management. Expert pilots also demonstrate more advanced techniques. Animated sequences help illustrate important concepts. Beautiful footage will make this a video you want to show to your friends.
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