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Review: Paragliding: 101 Ways to Fly Better

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Paragliding: 101 Ways to Fly Better is an updated edition of Bruce Goldsmith’s 2013 book, 50 Ways to Fly Better. As well as covering the theoretical basics, the book contains numerous practical tips. According to the publisher’s description, it offers everything you need to become a better pilot. Judging by the topics covered, the book is primarily aimed at cross-country pilots. The target audience consists of pilots who have already gained some experience and wish to further develop their flying skills.

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Have paragliders reached their full potential?

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Jörg Korner poses this somewhat provocative question on his blog. For paraglider manufacturers, this is a controversial issue, as marketing has, until now, consistently promised an improved glide ratio (and thus reduced sink rate) alongside increased safety with every new generation of paraglider. Jörg questions at least the claim of reduced sink rate, but what then becomes of the motivation for pilots to always buy the latest generation of paragliders?

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