A throwback to almost 7 years ago when I took my first paramotor flight! I had almost forgot his footage existed! If you are feeling inspired to fly, definitely check out Aviator PPG linked in the description. Following this trend of quarantine content, I want to make a paramotor helmet build video next. Leave any questions you might have on that topic down below. - tuckergott.com/collections/all
I feel the same about that first flight with only one difference; my first paramotor flight wouldn't have happened if I had never heard of Tucker Gott. Even after pilot training, hundreds of skydives, and a few paraglider flights off a mountain; nothing prepared me for that sight of the world dropping away from my feet.
Tucker, my kids got me started thinking about having a first flight like this! Thanks for keeping me pumped about learning this sport. I am turning 60 soon and this will be a gift to myself. Can't wait to have this experience!
I’m 60 and planning on training after we can get together again. I have been a general aviation pilot for more than 30 years but I look forward to the freedom and the view!
My suggestion is do it sir! I'm 55 and saving for a sailboat for when I'm 60. Then San Diego to Hawaii for me.. A lot less ah impact on the old knees lol Follow the dreams man, the Sky is the limit!
@@randys1889 You will so Love The Islands!! I spent some time living on Maui working with an Orthopedic Surgeon and I came to absolutely live and breathe Maui!! Go for it!!!!!
I also got started flying in Cessnas and got my private certificate at 21. At age 43 I decided to try this crazy thing I found called powered paragliding and 13 years later have never looked back. There is just no flying experience that can compare to low terrain flying in a PPG (my personal favorite type of flying in PPG). I still get the biggest smile watching the reaction of PPG pilots making their first successful takeoff and landing. I swear we all have the exact same exact reaction along with a smile we can't seem to erase from our face for days.
Well, unsurprisingly, you made your first flight look great :) My first launch was... Let's just say it didn't win any beauty pageants... My instructor, Jiri, tricked me at the last moment to go full power (it was supposed to be a low flight taxi). But I got up, and I landed on my feet! Here's mine, if you're bored :) th-cam.com/video/8-uxY4_BFxU/w-d-xo.html
This is a special thread for those of us who followed you from the beginning. There are so many firsts for you over the years. Taking your mom up, the Icarus race, your mile-high adventure, overseas travels, when your lady came into the picture. All along, you have kept most of your youthful enthusiasm intact and love for the sport up front and center. Perhaps the day will come when you will share your flight and safety regime as an instructor. The best of the best are needed for that. Until then we will continue to enjoy your adventures.
Yep, You never forget your first flight. Glad to see yours was videoed. My first flight in 1978 was never filmed, as was my next 4 years of Hang Gliding. Memorys I cannot share with my kids. I'm getting into PPG now, and both my kids are excited about flying. My son even joined the USAF at age 17.
Having watched quite a lot of your videos I really think that you, Tucker Gott, should be an Ambassador for Paramotor Flying. You show skill, good thinking, good advice, humour and general common sense. All this with experience and enthusiasm, you are the best candidate for Ambassador. You could easily teach and get many people into the sport.
I must extend an awesome thank you Tucker! I have been watching your adventures for a year now and have now just completed the Aviator Paramotor training. What an experience! This video is a museum capture of the history of Aviator Paramotor! Most of us in our class were attracted to this sport from your videos so you have something to be definitely proud of! Gimme a hug when we meet! The Aviator school is definitely one of one of the best and Eric has built something special with his school here in Lake Wales. When I watched this I got chills remembering my first tow flights and then powered flights. Such an amazing sport! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I’m retired military and love aviation. I also love racing dirt bikes and bike road racing. I saw my first ppg 8 plus years ago and instantly knew it was for me…. Eventually. Motorcycling of the sky if u will. I am now counting days down for July 2022 , when my formal training begins. Although there’s a self taught desire and I’m certain I could do it, I’m paying to be legit. In the meantime, I like most others, am self educating with videos, books, etc. I can not wait for this new journey! After retirement, I’ve been missing a certain lifestyle and the associated adrenaline fix. Now I’m adding a parajet to the motorcycle stables hoping it will bring peace, relaxation, and some rush. Thanks for sharing your stories Tucker, they are inspirational.
I remember seeing my first paramotor when I was in kindergarten. The paramotor pilot flew over my school and landed in the field next to the school. It blew my mind at the time and it still blows my mind seeing your videos. Keep up the great work, Tucker! I am a pilot myself and your videos have been keeping my head up because of the great content you've been producing over the years. I can't wait to get back to flying once this pandemic is over!
Your videos are so exciting, especially when such bad things happening and people have to stay home for weeks and maybe even months, so thank you very much! Hi from Russia, sorry for my English, stay home, wash your hands, you are my life saver in the period of self-isolation)
I remember my first flight in Mexico about 5 years ago. Really an unreal experience. Anyone that is on the fence about pursuing this as a hobby be prepared. Its a pretty big initial monetary investment, and continues to be. Definitely takes alot of dedication and isn't as easy as it looks from these videos. But the ability of pulling your paramotor out and taking off, seeing people look up in awe, its like the most james bond or superhero thing a person can do. It's worth it but be prepared to put in the effort required to get started. It's an amazing hobby, definitely becomes a real passion but not something you can just dabble with or kind of go in halfway.
Despite having been watching your channel for 4 years now (and in turn eventually learning to fly two years ago) seeing your first flight is still exciting and I appreciate you sharing it with us. That first moment off the ground however small is indeed, amazing. I love your talk thru of your first few runs and your dubover of Eric 😂 Priceless. The whole thing put a big smile on my face and also reminded me of my first moments too. It's really something to just be there in a chair in the air. Cheers dude! - Neil
I've always wanted to fly like Peter Pan and so far this is the closest thing a I've seen to that- much more freedom than a small airplane would be. I don't know how I stumbled onto your channel, but I definitely want to try paramotors at some point. If you're ever in Southern Oregon and you're feeling like offering tandem flights.... :P
Tucker, I started watching your videos last year, which inspired me to get into this sport, I now have been through training and own my gear and fly as often as possible, your a great inspiration to this sport..it was great to see your first flight
It truly is life changing! Like many others I first ran across PPG on your channel, Tucker. Back when you had only 5K subscribers. I remember my first flight like it was yesterday. Thanks for giving me the inspiration to go after my dreams.
as a graduate of Aviator PPG I found your voice-over of Eric's voice spot on...They made a lifelong dream of mine come true...I'll never forget my first flight either.
Ordered a blue shirt for my birthday. Great content, Tucker! Have been watching for a couple of years, and really enjoy your channel. Just saw your vlog when you took your mom for a flight. Very cool! I am also a balloon pilot, but am ready to move on to something new. Next step, lessons! Hoping you have a great week!
Wow, that was a beautiful first launch and landing! Thank you for sharing your story about how you got into this; and that you're living your dream with no regrets, that's where it's at! Awesome!
It's an amazing and beaultiful sport! I really enjoy all of your videos. Flying like you was my dream as a boy here in Brazil. Watching you I fulfill my dream. Thank you.
Thanks for the great videos Tucker. I live in NW Washington State and have marveled at the hang gliders and para gliders launching off of Blanchard Mountain above my home. Your videos on training and gear along with the awesome adventures you have had are inspiring me to take the first steps towards getting in the air!
Gotta say, just found you and have binge-watched all day. i am blow away by you and what you do, So well-spoken, patient and passionate. Nothing but great admiration!! I'll be back!!!
This has been calling me for years Tucker. Now after watching a LOT of your videos and turning 50 and running out of time..... I am going to really try to get into it! I have flown RC for over 25 years and while still fun, it doesn't fill the empty spot in my soul anymore....
There is NO substitute for training in any endeavor. Be it paramotor, scuba, climbing or skydiving. Remember there are worse things than dying, like getting seriously messed up. Along with training, do listen to those who have experience and survived “close ones”. Tucker is huge wealth of knowledge.
Something tells me that it's gonna be better than my first parachute jump decades ago in the army. We made 5 jumps in the last week of the school at ft.Benning GA. Night jumps at ft.Bragg with a combat load at 3 am are a whole other story. Can't wait for this pandemic to be done with. Thanks for sharing your videos and stay safe.
even knowing your are a total pro at it now, that first flight footage of you where you were still as new to it as all those first timers gave the same feels as all those first flight videos from before
Really cool to see that once in a lifetime moment captured on film, I can't help but think about what it must have been like for the first humans to fly and how liberating it must feel to be able to experience that yourself. And great narrating too 😆.
Thanks for sharing, Tucker! Looked like an amazing moment! I'll get there one of these days. I've had my equipment 8 months now. Just waiting for that perfect day or evening - a rarity in the Northeast this time of year!
Here's two questions from somebody interested in getting into this, but I haven't seen it addressed on other channels so I'll ask it here; 1. It seems that your arms would get tired in short order always having to keep them up like that so your hands can be on the brakes, detracting from the fun of the flight and making one feel rather exhausted by the time they were done. Unlike if one was flying an ultralight plane or helicopter. No? 2. What wing, or top three, would you recommend for a newbie that would be good for them as a beginner and also might be satisfying to fly a year or so later once they have some more experience.
Michael RS 1. You can completely take hands off in many conditions with most wings. 2. Beginner wings from most of the major manufacturers work fine. There is also the question of whether to get a reflex wing. Different opinions on that for beginners. Talk to a competent instructor and read the PPG Bible by Jeff Goin. Also some good videos on TH-cam
Thanks for sharing your a responsible pilot and it shows. Your actions have inspired many hopefully they take the safety aspect seriously. I imagine packing chutes taught you more about the importance of consistency and safety.
Tucker! I'd love to see an update on your current gear and setup you're using for recording/etc. I know you're rocking the Sena 10R but it would be sweet to see the way you set everything up and prepare for your videos and flights. Keep up the awesome work, loving the content and can't wait to get into it!
Not even lying, I hit subscribe to this channel, 4 minutes ago and it was the first time I ever watched one of his videos, it was when he flew to Starbucks
i'm SOOOOO doing this! thanks TG for sharing your videos...until then, i guess i never realized the prop could be worn instead of sitting in a wheeled buggy. since -i've been OBSESSED! definitely booking with Aviator [what an AMAZING program with AMAZING people]. this is awesome!
hey tucker I have been watching a little bit before you began base jumping I was just wondering when you would start base jumping again? I loved those episodes.!
Hi Tucker, I just found your channel by accident about 2 weeks ago and had never heard of or seen a paramotor before in my life. I been binge watching your channel ever since I found it. I am 28 and paralyzed from the waist down do to having a condition called Spina Bifida so I won't be able to fly a paramotor myself unfortunately. But man it really is fun and amazing just to live vicariously through your videos and see that kind of freedom. I love the content and will be watching for sure brotha. Happy flying and stay safe up there.
Thank you for breaking it down. I’ve seen so many rich kids just buy it and try to figure it out. Good to see what actually NEEDS to go into your start into paramotoring
Tucker, I've been following your channel for some time now. This video in particular "hit home" for me. It reminded me of the thrill and emotions of my "First Solo" when I was getting my Private Pilot's License AND of my first SkyDive 23 Years Ago . . . after which I became a coach and instructor AND of my Son's first SkyDive for which I was his JumpMaster. I still actively SkyDive and my favourite segment of every dive is the canopy ride back to earth. I would Love to experience your sport, but at 63 years of age my old legs don't quite move as fast as they used to. I would sincerely appreciate your feedback on the physical requirements and aspects of paramotoring as I am seriously contemplating taking the training . . . assuming I am physically able to do so.
I dont know why but i got quite emotional watching Tuckers first flight. I have flown a plane and a glider so i can kind of imagine that feeling of the first take off. I am definitely inspired to go to a flying school soon. I live on the South East coast of England so there are a couple of flying schools local to me. I will start off with paragliding or hang gliding first, I need to look at prices but I will have a go at Para-motor before I die. Thanks for all yours Videos Tucker, I love all you have done( just watched the Incubus videos start to finish). You have a lovely and beautiful girlfriend( you look so right with each other) and I love your generosity with your time and effort to put all of these great videos out there for us to enjoy. Good luck on you next crazy adventure. Peace from England,UK.
Thank you for all the awesome videos! I knew I wanted to get into PPG but now it's a done deal. I live in Florida so I'll be hitting up Aviator PPG to schedule training! Thanks Tucker!!
Thank you Tucker, your flight to McDonalds, made me watch many of your vids!!! you really got me exited too!! When lockdown and stuff is over, me and my girl are planing an Introduction flight with a paramotor! thnx for your awesome content! Greetz. from the Netherlands
Hey I just discovered your channel and YOU have inspired me to pursue this... thank you Tucker for sharing your flights and experiences with us... it truly feels like I’m flying with you.... and it’s Awesome : )
as ive watched these vids over last few years. ive come to realize that tucker knows his sport,,,the way i know glass blowing. ive been blowing over 25 years,, and they way i talk to other glass blowers,,,is the same that tucker talks about a motor or wing. its years of your brain being very focused on 1 thing. makes me not sure if i wana try this. not sure i have enough time or passion for it.
ah a very special moment indeed! Very inspiring, I hope when the time comes that i do get lessons there it will still be the same group of guys. cant wait
11:05 hey cat, btw this is my first time here in this channel and quite interested in paramotors which i dont know much, hope your doing well during this virus
Be very careful who you use for training. There definitely are some "instructors" out there that will gladly take your money and you get extremely little to no so called "training"..... and when he did have time for you, he wouldn't even teach reverse kiting at all. Didn't believe in it. Your friends, if you are so lucky to have some that do fly, will be the ones that actually end up training you. Be careful who you get. Aviator would definitely be a good choice.
I've found your channel accidentaly a few days ago and I've been watching some of your videos these days. Its pretty cool that thing called paramotor and the way it flies. I would like to learn to do it, but unfortunately, it wont happen for me, at least not soon. But its relaxing watching you fly and have fun :) keep it cool man :)
As a retired skydiver, one thing that would interest me in a future video would be to compare/contrast a paramotor wing with a sport parachute. Many things look familiar, but also foreign....would also be interested in your thoughts on if this experience would be helpful or detrimental to learning the sport (along with PP SEL rating).
This was awesome! Didn't know you had your private pilot, that's cool. I learned to fly RC as well, lots of fun. Think you would like tailwheel a lot...I learned in a J-3, and it's just more fun than a 172 or Cherokee.
Enjoying the videos. Considering giving this sport a try! I got my PPL long time ago but full size aviation is expensive. Logged less than 100 hours. Enjoy flying RC planes too. In to drones now but this PPG thing just has my sensors tingling! I so want to try it! I’m 51 years old with a 20 year old mind. Hope my time isn’t running out!! Keep the videos coming!
Hi Tucker. I and my cat Ash have been watching your vids for just over a year now. We really like watching you do wingovers. It looks so awesome to fly so free. This is the first vid I have had to watch alone. I had to let my cat Ash go today after more than 23 years together. so if you read this I have a favor to ask, next time you go up could you do a wingover for my boy Ash? thanks
A throwback to almost 7 years ago when I took my first paramotor flight! I had almost forgot his footage existed! If you are feeling inspired to fly, definitely check out Aviator PPG linked in the description. Following this trend of quarantine content, I want to make a paramotor helmet build video next. Leave any questions you might have on that topic down below. - tuckergott.com/collections/all
Ur amazing
This is cool
just saying, how was this comment nine hours ago when this video was literally put up half an hour ago?? :D
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Wow I remember when you were only 5k subs
What a journey we have been on brother! It's been such an adventure. I'm grateful for your friendship and all the fun we've had for all these years!
AviatorShow hi I want to do the same
that $8,000 turned out to be a very good long term investment.
It must of been fun
He made more than that on TH-cam
@@hp11208 right bro i wish I could fly like him
@@humanity5272 Me too man
Travel review DIY yea that’s the investment
I feel the same about that first flight with only one difference; my first paramotor flight wouldn't have happened if I had never heard of Tucker Gott. Even after pilot training, hundreds of skydives, and a few paraglider flights off a mountain; nothing prepared me for that sight of the world dropping away from my feet.
I am the same. Tucker Gott got me interested in paramotor flying also. He is a great resource of info on the sport.
Would you say it's possible to learn even doe iv no aviation training on any flying airport.
@@paulorr1987 it is possible. I would not advise it. Get training.
@@paulorr1987 "teach yourself to fly" is literally a line in the song "Dumb Ways to Die".
Tucker, my kids got me started thinking about having a first flight like this! Thanks for keeping me pumped about learning this sport. I am turning 60 soon and this will be a gift to myself. Can't wait to have this experience!
I'm 56 and WAS thinking that I am too old for this....Then I see this and think; OK...maybe I Can do it!! Ed from Dingman's Ferry, PA
I’m 60 and planning on training after we can get together again. I have been a general aviation pilot for more than 30 years but I look forward to the freedom and the view!
@@lowdowndan Nice!
My suggestion is do it sir! I'm 55 and saving for a sailboat for when I'm 60. Then San Diego to Hawaii for me..
A lot less ah impact on the old knees lol
Follow the dreams man, the Sky is the limit!
@@randys1889 You will so Love The Islands!! I spent some time living on Maui working with an Orthopedic Surgeon and I came to absolutely live and breathe Maui!!
Go for it!!!!!
Wouldn't even know the word paramotor if it hadn't been for Tucker Gott videos.
Same
I also got started flying in Cessnas and got my private certificate at 21. At age 43 I decided to try this crazy thing I found called powered paragliding and 13 years later have never looked back. There is just no flying experience that can compare to low terrain flying in a PPG (my personal favorite type of flying in PPG). I still get the biggest smile watching the reaction of PPG pilots making their first successful takeoff and landing. I swear we all have the exact same exact reaction along with a smile we can't seem to erase from our face for days.
Me: *Reacting to Tucker reacting to his first flight.*
Lol
You should make a reaction video so I can react to your reaction video of tuckers reaction video
Me reacting to the reaction on tucker reacting to his first flight.
Yes that’s how it works
Well, unsurprisingly, you made your first flight look great :) My first launch was... Let's just say it didn't win any beauty pageants... My instructor, Jiri, tricked me at the last moment to go full power (it was supposed to be a low flight taxi). But I got up, and I landed on my feet! Here's mine, if you're bored :) th-cam.com/video/8-uxY4_BFxU/w-d-xo.html
This is a special thread for those of us who followed you from the beginning. There are so many firsts for you over the years. Taking your mom up, the Icarus race, your mile-high adventure, overseas travels, when your lady came into the picture. All along, you have kept most of your youthful enthusiasm intact and love for the sport up front and center. Perhaps the day will come when you will share your flight and safety regime as an instructor. The best of the best are needed for that. Until then we will continue to enjoy your adventures.
Yep, You never forget your first flight. Glad to see yours was videoed. My first flight in 1978 was never filmed, as was my next 4 years of Hang Gliding. Memorys I cannot share with my kids. I'm getting into PPG now, and both my kids are excited about flying. My son even joined the USAF at age 17.
Having watched quite a lot of your videos I really think that you, Tucker Gott, should be an Ambassador for Paramotor Flying. You show skill, good thinking, good advice, humour and general common sense. All this with experience and enthusiasm, you are the best candidate for Ambassador. You could easily teach and get many people into the sport.
I enjoy how real, and down to earth you are. Great guy.
Thanks.
I must extend an awesome thank you Tucker! I have been watching your adventures for a year now and have now just completed the Aviator Paramotor training. What an experience! This video is a museum capture of the history of Aviator Paramotor! Most of us in our class were attracted to this sport from your videos so you have something to be definitely proud of! Gimme a hug when we meet! The Aviator school is definitely one of one of the best and Eric has built something special with his school here in Lake Wales. When I watched this I got chills remembering my first tow flights and then powered flights. Such an amazing sport! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I can truly say that we aviators have come a long way. Some of us still need to really reach a peak, but we can really enjoy what we have learned
Great voice over of Eric, spot on! Lol sorry “mom”. Awesome turn back Tucker. Thanks for sharing. Be safe everyone. Let’s get back to Flying!!
Lmao. It's alright son ;)
Now that I have heard "Eric on helium" I need him to do the same for Aviator videos :)
I about cried laughing when I heard it! Hahaha.
I’m retired military and love aviation. I also love racing dirt bikes and bike road racing. I saw my first ppg 8 plus years ago and instantly knew it was for me…. Eventually. Motorcycling of the sky if u will. I am now counting days down for July 2022 , when my formal training begins. Although there’s a self taught desire and I’m certain I could do it, I’m paying to be legit. In the meantime, I like most others, am self educating with videos, books, etc. I can not wait for this new journey! After retirement, I’ve been missing a certain lifestyle and the associated adrenaline fix. Now I’m adding a parajet to the motorcycle stables hoping it will bring peace, relaxation, and some rush. Thanks for sharing your stories Tucker, they are inspirational.
I remember seeing my first paramotor when I was in kindergarten. The paramotor pilot flew over my school and landed in the field next to the school. It blew my mind at the time and it still blows my mind seeing your videos. Keep up the great work, Tucker! I am a pilot myself and your videos have been keeping my head up because of the great content you've been producing over the years. I can't wait to get back to flying once this pandemic is over!
Your videos are so exciting, especially when such bad things happening and people have to stay home for weeks and maybe even months, so thank you very much! Hi from Russia, sorry for my English, stay home, wash your hands, you are my life saver in the period of self-isolation)
Your English is almost perfect!
I remember my first flight in Mexico about 5 years ago. Really an unreal experience. Anyone that is on the fence about pursuing this as a hobby be prepared. Its a pretty big initial monetary investment, and continues to be. Definitely takes alot of dedication and isn't as easy as it looks from these videos. But the ability of pulling your paramotor out and taking off, seeing people look up in awe, its like the most james bond or superhero thing a person can do. It's worth it but be prepared to put in the effort required to get started. It's an amazing hobby, definitely becomes a real passion but not something you can just dabble with or kind of go in halfway.
Despite having been watching your channel for 4 years now (and in turn eventually learning to fly two years ago) seeing your first flight is still exciting and I appreciate you sharing it with us. That first moment off the ground however small is indeed, amazing.
I love your talk thru of your first few runs and your dubover of Eric 😂 Priceless. The whole thing put a big smile on my face and also reminded me of my first moments too. It's really something to just be there in a chair in the air. Cheers dude!
- Neil
Pretty good impression of Eric! LOL loved getting my training with Aviator! Highly recommended them.
I've always wanted to fly like Peter Pan and so far this is the closest thing a I've seen to that- much more freedom than a small airplane would be. I don't know how I stumbled onto your channel, but I definitely want to try paramotors at some point. If you're ever in Southern Oregon and you're feeling like offering tandem flights.... :P
Joava learn to Astro project you fly like Peter Pan every single time ♥️
Southern Oregon is known for free flying. Check out Rouge valley for some paragliding. I'm sure you can get a tandem with an instructor there.
Go in a air turbine or whatever there called with the fan below you
Tucker, I started watching your videos last year, which inspired me to get into this sport, I now have been through training and own my gear and fly as often as possible, your a great inspiration to this sport..it was great to see your first flight
It truly is life changing! Like many others I first ran across PPG on your channel, Tucker. Back when you had only 5K subscribers. I remember my first flight like it was yesterday. Thanks for giving me the inspiration to go after my dreams.
as a graduate of Aviator PPG I found your voice-over of Eric's voice spot on...They made a lifelong dream of mine come true...I'll never forget my first flight either.
Ordered a blue shirt for my birthday. Great content, Tucker! Have been watching for a couple of years, and really enjoy your channel. Just saw your vlog when you took your mom for a flight. Very cool! I am also a balloon pilot, but am ready to move on to something new. Next step, lessons! Hoping you have a great week!
Wow, that was a beautiful first launch and landing! Thank you for sharing your story about how you got into this; and that you're living your dream with no regrets, that's where it's at! Awesome!
Just ordered the blueprint shirt.
Tucker, can we get hats with like wig hair sticking out around the edges?
This
ha everyone just flying around dressed up as Tucker 😅
It's an amazing and beaultiful sport! I really enjoy all of your videos. Flying like you was my dream as a boy here in Brazil. Watching you I fulfill my dream. Thank you.
Thanks for the great videos Tucker. I live in NW Washington State and have marveled at the hang gliders and para gliders launching off of Blanchard Mountain above my home. Your videos on training and gear along with the awesome adventures you have had are inspiring me to take the first steps towards getting in the air!
YAY, I made it here before thousands... And I love this channel!!!
Gotta say, just found you and have binge-watched all day. i am blow away by you and what you do, So well-spoken, patient and passionate. Nothing but great admiration!! I'll be back!!!
This has been calling me for years Tucker. Now after watching a LOT of your videos and turning 50 and running out of time..... I am going to really try to get into it! I have flown RC for over 25 years and while still fun, it doesn't fill the empty spot in my soul anymore....
That Eric voiceover! Bah ha ha ha ha! Loved in T!
Best video of me, ever. :p
There is NO substitute for training in any endeavor. Be it paramotor, scuba, climbing or skydiving. Remember there are worse things than dying, like getting seriously messed up. Along with training, do listen to those who have experience and survived “close ones”. Tucker is huge wealth of knowledge.
Something tells me that it's gonna be better than my first parachute jump decades ago in the army. We made 5 jumps in the last week of the school at ft.Benning GA. Night jumps at ft.Bragg with a combat load at 3 am are a whole other story. Can't wait for this pandemic to be done with. Thanks for sharing your videos and stay safe.
even knowing your are a total pro at it now, that first flight footage of you where you were still as new to it as all those first timers gave the same feels as all those first flight videos from before
Really cool to see that once in a lifetime moment captured on film, I can't help but think about what it must have been like for the first humans to fly and how liberating it must feel to be able to experience that yourself. And great narrating too 😆.
That opening shot of you taking off in to the sun and clouds with your legs dangling like a turkey trying to fly was EPIC!
Love all the content tucker! You're a massive inspiration to me. Thanks
Thanks for sharing, Tucker! Looked like an amazing moment!
I'll get there one of these days. I've had my equipment 8 months now. Just waiting for that perfect day or evening - a rarity in the Northeast this time of year!
On behalf of ALL your viewers, we’ve been waiting a long time for this video!!!
Truf.
Great footage, crazy to see how much you've grown from a Paramotor newbie to an insane Risky Biscuits expert 😁
Here's two questions from somebody interested in getting into this, but I haven't seen it addressed on other channels so I'll ask it here;
1. It seems that your arms would get tired in short order always having to keep them up like that so your hands can be on the brakes, detracting from the fun of the flight and making one feel rather exhausted by the time they were done. Unlike if one was flying an ultralight plane or helicopter. No?
2. What wing, or top three, would you recommend for a newbie that would be good for them as a beginner and also might be satisfying to fly a year or so later once they have some more experience.
Michael RS 1. You can completely take hands off in many conditions with most wings. 2. Beginner wings from most of the major manufacturers work fine. There is also the question of whether to get a reflex wing. Different opinions on that for beginners. Talk to a competent instructor and read the PPG Bible by Jeff Goin. Also some good videos on TH-cam
0:29 wow look at that sky!
Yeah the smooth feeling.. The first time is the best one... We are grounded here due to covid. Can't wait to continue training
The lip sync was awesome. I've never heard Eric in that octave..lolol
Me either! haha
Lol. The Eric voice... Nice
Watch out, I might have to remember this ;)
Thanks for sharing your a responsible pilot and it shows. Your actions have inspired many hopefully they take the safety aspect seriously. I imagine packing chutes taught you more about the importance of consistency and safety.
That's such a wonderful memory! I'm glad you found it! I'm living vicariously though your fantastic videos!!
Dope video man! That view from up above is beyond awesome. Definitely part of my bucket list 🙌💯😎👍
voice over of your coach was hysterical... thank you Tucker *smiles*
Hi,following you since a long time from India,Ahmedabad...we wish that my future generation can do this in India,very proud of u...keep flying high
Lost audio? I heard everything just fine. I especially enjoyed Eric’s enthusiasm.
Tucker! I'd love to see an update on your current gear and setup you're using for recording/etc. I know you're rocking the Sena 10R but it would be sweet to see the way you set everything up and prepare for your videos and flights. Keep up the awesome work, loving the content and can't wait to get into it!
Great hearing your personal history of flight. Flying is such a wonderful, privileged feat!
I remember spending ages searching for your first flight in your videos! Thanks for sharing bro!
first solo today. what a day! so happy with my teacher! Tribal Flight- Brisbane. Thanks for your videos Tucker.
Not even lying, I hit subscribe to this channel, 4 minutes ago and it was the first time I ever watched one of his videos, it was when he flew to Starbucks
i'm SOOOOO doing this! thanks TG for sharing your videos...until then, i guess i never realized the prop could be worn instead of sitting in a wheeled buggy. since -i've been OBSESSED! definitely booking with Aviator [what an AMAZING program with AMAZING people]. this is awesome!
Looking forward to flying with you!
hey tucker I have been watching a little bit before you began base jumping I was just wondering when you would start base jumping again? I loved those episodes.!
I'm always base jumping, just not on camera. 😉 I'm hoping to make it to Twin Falls and Moab later this year.
Ok I’ll wait on that keep your good work and stay safe.🤙🏻
Hi Tucker, I just found your channel by accident about 2 weeks ago and had never heard of or seen a paramotor before in my life. I been binge watching your channel ever since I found it. I am 28 and paralyzed from the waist down do to having a condition called Spina Bifida so I won't be able to fly a paramotor myself unfortunately. But man it really is fun and amazing just to live vicariously through your videos and see that kind of freedom. I love the content and will be watching for sure brotha. Happy flying and stay safe up there.
You could totally fly! I know of some paraplegic's who fly!
Thank you for breaking it down. I’ve seen so many rich kids just buy it and try to figure it out. Good to see what actually NEEDS to go into your start into paramotoring
Tucker, I've been following your channel for some time now. This video in particular "hit home" for me. It reminded me of the thrill and emotions of my "First Solo" when I was getting my Private Pilot's License AND of my first SkyDive 23 Years Ago . . . after which I became a coach and instructor AND of my Son's first SkyDive for which I was his JumpMaster. I still actively SkyDive and my favourite segment of every dive is the canopy ride back to earth. I would Love to experience your sport, but at 63 years of age my old legs don't quite move as fast as they used to. I would sincerely appreciate your feedback on the physical requirements and aspects of paramotoring as I am seriously contemplating taking the training . . . assuming I am physically able to do so.
I dont know why but i got quite emotional watching Tuckers first flight. I have flown a plane and a glider so i can kind of imagine that feeling of the first take off. I am definitely inspired to go to a flying school soon. I live on the South East coast of England so there are a couple of flying schools local to me. I will start off with paragliding or hang gliding first, I need to look at prices but I will have a go at Para-motor before I die. Thanks for all yours Videos Tucker, I love all you have done( just watched the Incubus videos start to finish). You have a lovely and beautiful girlfriend( you look so right with each other) and I love your generosity with your time and effort to put all of these great videos out there for us to enjoy. Good luck on you next crazy adventure. Peace from England,UK.
Third time is truly a charm in this one. A beautiful sky, horizon, and sunset on that magical flight.
Thank you for all the awesome videos! I knew I wanted to get into PPG but now it's a done deal. I live in Florida so I'll be hitting up Aviator PPG to schedule training! Thanks Tucker!!
Video topic idea: "How and when Tucker met Jaclyn, and how she got into flying."
What person doesn't like to watch a love story. But I don't believe he would have film on first dates though. That would be kinda weird.
@@willmoore8708 lmao, it would make more sense as a vlog from the two of them. I don't think Mark expected them to have footage of their first date
Thank you Tucker, your flight to McDonalds, made me watch many of your vids!!! you really got me exited too!! When lockdown and stuff is over, me and my girl are planing an Introduction flight with a paramotor! thnx for your awesome content! Greetz. from the Netherlands
Hey I just discovered your channel and YOU have inspired me to pursue this... thank you Tucker for sharing your flights and experiences with us... it truly feels like I’m flying with you.... and it’s Awesome : )
Just learned this week Aviator has one of their alliance members here in Indiana- Midwest PPG.
Lots of alumni of Midwest here in southern Indiana, Dave and Matt do a great job
as ive watched these vids over last few years. ive come to realize that tucker knows his sport,,,the way i know glass blowing. ive been blowing over 25 years,, and they way i talk to other glass blowers,,,is the same that tucker talks about a motor or wing. its years of your brain being very focused on 1 thing. makes me not sure if i wana try this. not sure i have enough time or passion for it.
tho shit...ive prob watched 300 hrs of vids ..lol.
The Eric post-flight overdub earned my like
Mine too ;)
Hey i am from INDIA big fan of yours and your hobbies
ah a very special moment indeed! Very inspiring, I hope when the time comes that i do get lessons there it will still be the same group of guys. cant wait
Putting Eric into that high falsetto voice was priceless and hilarious. Bet he laughs his ass off when he hears it!
Oh, I did!
11:05 hey cat, btw this is my first time here in this channel and quite interested in paramotors which i dont know much, hope your doing well during this virus
Be very careful who you use for training. There definitely are some "instructors" out there that will gladly take your money and you get extremely little to no so called "training"..... and when he did have time for you, he wouldn't even teach reverse kiting at all. Didn't believe in it. Your friends, if you are so lucky to have some that do fly, will be the ones that actually end up training you. Be careful who you get. Aviator would definitely be a good choice.
Thanks for the kind words Patrick. I couldn't agree more.
I laughed so hard at the end part of that voice over! Cool that you still remember everything your instructor said and how he said it. So FUNNY!
EXACTLY how I said it ;) tone and all!
I've found your channel accidentaly a few days ago and I've been watching some of your videos these days. Its pretty cool that thing called paramotor and the way it flies. I would like to learn to do it, but unfortunately, it wont happen for me, at least not soon. But its relaxing watching you fly and have fun :) keep it cool man :)
As a retired skydiver, one thing that would interest me in a future video would be to compare/contrast a paramotor wing with a sport parachute. Many things look familiar, but also foreign....would also be interested in your thoughts on if this experience would be helpful or detrimental to learning the sport (along with PP SEL rating).
Gosh you look much cooler nowadays compared to some of those old photos!
Great advice thanks Tucker.
Thanks for posting.
So cool that you the moment on tape. It must have been surreal. I dig the channel man!
That impersonation of Eric....ROFL! Spot on!
Thank you Tucker! You are my inspirer!
Oh the voice over part was by far my favorite 😂😂 new subscriber here, actually just bought a Tshirt 👍 keep up the flying man, I love watching it!!
Great Job Tucker! Some beauty shots. Would also love to see some do's & don'ts pre-flight / flight from your personal experience for newbs :)
That was really nice of Eric to collaborate and do the commentary for his reaction to your first flight.
Ahahaha
This was awesome! Didn't know you had your private pilot, that's cool. I learned to fly RC as well, lots of fun. Think you would like tailwheel a lot...I learned in a J-3, and it's just more fun than a 172 or Cherokee.
Love your videos you make my day!!!
Enjoying the videos. Considering giving this sport a try! I got my PPL long time ago but full size aviation is expensive. Logged less than 100 hours. Enjoy flying RC planes too. In to drones now but this PPG thing just has my sensors tingling! I so want to try it! I’m 51 years old with a 20 year old mind. Hope my time isn’t running out!! Keep the videos coming!
Hey man new subscriber. Just wanted to say you truly are an inspiration and I appreciate all of your great content.
Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel. 😁
Absolutely love all the designs 👍🏻👍🏻
As always, Tucker, I enjoy watching and learning!
Hi Tucker. I and my cat Ash have been watching your vids for just over a year now. We really like watching you do wingovers. It looks so awesome to fly so free.
This is the first vid I have had to watch alone. I had to let my cat Ash go today after more than 23 years together. so if you read this I have a favor to ask, next time you go up could you do a wingover for my boy Ash? thanks
Hey man, I'm so sorry to hear about Ash. 😔 I will do the biggest wingover for him on my next flight. Wishing you the best!
Hats off to your dedication 🙌
I'm just amazed 😱 ♥
I was at Oshkosh when you flew in the show, y’all did great!
Damn dude, I wanted to buy some merch from your website but I can't, 'cause I'm from Romania and there's no shipping to Romania :))