We pilots did not subscribe to die in a hang glider. Conversely, I've never been more alive than when I gain altitude and soar above the world, for a rare glorification of my human spirit, and I become very thankful for this opportunity, again..
I'm scared to death of heights, but when I'm on a glider I never feel the fear of heights. It's the strangest thing. I think it's because I can't "fall" if that makes any sense. :)
I have a USA made S3 - 155 and have compared it with the new ones made in Mexico.....I can assure you that the quality and detailing (at least in the sail cut and sewing) seems to have improved quite a bit..... here is a video of my sport 3. th-cam.com/video/1hzosB6YNbw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks Brian. A request please. I started at 22 and stopped flying hang gliders in 1982. Old school and no gauges. I had to start constructing my own house got married and life happened, unfortunately. I'm now retired but LONG for a proper modern hang glider. I weigh now 88kg. Anyone out there that can offer me a glider at a reasonable price as I have to purchase with a bad currency (eg ~20Rand=$1) . With love from Pretoria, South Africa
Loving the Colour scheme.
Alpha being able to break down into a backpack with a seater will be a best seller
Looks like a lot of fun
Nice flying Brian!
nice Flight!
Mantaaabbb.....
Good stuff B
Were you towing with a stationary winch or a moving vehicle pay out winch?
We use a stationary winch with a turnaround pulley. This allows the winch operator to have a good view of the pilot during launch.
Try a platform tow w/controllable brake friction , launch flat trim .
How did you like the speed bar? Beautiful sail.
Quick question, is that a speed bar? It almost looks like one...
Yes it is. Nice custom sail needed the speed bar also...
Nice 👍
Nice test flight. The wing looks great! What audio equipment are you using? It sounds really clear.
I can dream. But I'm too scared of dying 🤣
death cant be avoided man get out here and live
We pilots did not subscribe to die in a hang glider.
Conversely, I've never been more alive than when I gain altitude and soar above the world, for a rare glorification of my human spirit, and I become very thankful for this opportunity, again..
I'm scared to death of heights, but when I'm on a glider I never feel the fear of heights. It's the strangest thing. I think it's because I can't "fall" if that makes any sense. :)
I’m the same, can’t stand being 20’ off the ground but no problem thermaling to 10’000’ or more
Try a flatter launch ,you will have better control ,may eliminate the "ripple" that may be incipient stall .
Try a platform tow rig also .
Good morning George. I talked to my wife and I have made s decision to not get back into the sport. That means all my equipment is for sale.
Details?
I have a USA made S3 - 155 and have compared it with the new ones made in Mexico.....I can assure you that the quality and detailing (at least in the sail cut and sewing) seems to have improved quite a bit..... here is a video of my sport 3.
th-cam.com/video/1hzosB6YNbw/w-d-xo.html
Nice flight. The Mexico gliders we have received have been good.
Thanks Brian. A request please. I started at 22 and stopped flying hang gliders in 1982. Old school and no gauges. I had to start constructing my own house got married and life happened, unfortunately. I'm now retired but LONG for a proper modern hang glider. I weigh now 88kg. Anyone out there that can offer me a glider at a reasonable price as I have to purchase with a bad currency (eg ~20Rand=$1) . With love from Pretoria, South Africa
Same. But now i weight 100kg (naked)
Tu n´est pas le seul dans ce ça !!
Ça ne paraît pas très turbulent
Sure looks like an excessively high angle of attack under tow?