Current Paragliding News, Notes & Video

Paragliding is one of those surreal sports. It is at the same time relaxing and invigorating.

While these articles, videos and photos cannot relate the experience completely, they will give you a sense of the magic.

Enjoy!

First, A Few Paragliding Videos

How To - Paragliding Packing

Beyond Extreme Paragliding

How to - Ground Handling and the Art of Kiting a Paraglider

Next Up… Paragliding News & Notes

Paragliding 101

Today we went to the Torrey Pines Glider Point in La Jolla. Justin flew tandem and had an awesome time. The instructor he flew with took him on a wild ride with flips, turns and big drops. The girls and I loved watching him. …

Daredevil Paragliding Chihuahua Survives Crash

An Australian paraglider and his Chihuahua, Emma — strapped to his chest with a simple cloth sling were left dangling from a tree 115 feet above ground.

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Paragliding

Speaking as someone who’s got issues with heights, I can assure you that once you’ve hurled yourself off the cliff/mountain/ledge and are airborne, it’s just about the most fun you’re likely to have. (As proof, check out this video of …