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by David Sollom (Author), Matthew Cook (Author) "Paragliding has variously been described as 'the nearest thing to real flying', 'the simplest form of aviation yet invented', and 'an aircraft in a backpack'..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd; paramotors edition (27 Jul 1998)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 186126044X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1861260444
  • Product Dimensions: 24.2 x 18.8 x 1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
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An introduction to paragliding, providing tuition on thermalling, instrumentation and tandem flying. Other topics include: the theory of gliding; practical instruction of basic, intermediate and advanced techniques; instruction on flying cross-country in the UK; and advice on equipment and air law.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Freeflight Manual, 14 April 2000
By R. J. Maher "gordon_geko_2000" (Nottingham, UK) - See all my reviews
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As a beginner, I found this easily the best freeflight manual around. As well as excellent descriptive text, this is supported by very good and clear photographs, most of which are colour. Covers broader subject matter than other books I've read including weather, usual PG flying stuff, including what to do if your canopy collapses, safety, exams and advanced flying.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic , I learnt so much from this book ..., 24 Jan 2002
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If you are learning to fly this book is a must, it is not written as a replacement for being taught in a school. But it will advance your understanding and knowledge about this fantastic sport. I bought this book just after I gained my CP and it helped be go on to do my first XC.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent covering subjects from take-off to air masses, 19 Dec 1998
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Clear and concise book written in the style of a technical manual but with some life in it too. Excellent coverage in a very concise format.
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