Paragliding

What is Paragliding


Paragliding is an aerial adventure sport that allows professional para-gliders to jump off slopes or\and cliffs, and fly with specially made parachutes. This adventure sport was found in the early nineteen eighties (1980's).



Equipment


the equipment needed for paragliding :



  • the wing (normally comes with a compression strap, inner bag and a decent rucksack)
  • a harness
  • a helmet
  • a reserve parachute
  • quality shoes\boots
  • gloves
  • flying suit
  • compass



How to Para-glide


To launch\jump you must first check if it's windy but not too windy, for if it is too windy you will lose control, and that may lead to serious injuries. Then you need to get on to the perfect wind current and run