Monthly Archives: June 2026

Buyers Guide to selecting a new emergency parachute for Hang Gliding:So - you are looking for a new parachute to use in your hang glider harness? The options out there can seem a tad overwhelming! Here are some pointers to help you work out what it is...

Dealer review of the WW Alpha 235 training glider I finally got a chance to have a go on the current training glider offering from Wills Wing - the Alpha 235. This wing is meant to be a school wing for the initial training on shallow school slopes. But...

Disclaimer - this blog is NOT instruction. It is intended as a guide to help you understand the subject of 50/50 bridles. You should only ever attempt to set up and use such equipment under the guidance of experienced and qualified instructors/coaches...

How to work out sizes of used Woody Valley harnesses. Different harness manufacturers work different ways with sizing. Most manufacturers work by physical sizes. But the most common brand of harness (in the UK at least) is Woody Valley and they work on...

Here are my (non-flying) thoughts on the new Icaro2000 Alto The glider is straightforward and easy to rig. Icaro2000 do a few things differently to other brands so it is well worth reading the manual a few times before rigging.Pullback is very easy to...