@@FreedomQuestAdventures Thank you! 🪂

@@joachimschaupp I’m 6 feet and 175 lbs. thanks for watching!

@@CoIoneIPanic thanks! Yes, I have the “right foot shaking syndrome” whenever I fly LB. Always the right side and only at LB…go figure! 🪂😵‍💫

Coastal soaring is wonderful in that in the right conditions, you can soar as long as you want. Top landing is, of course, something to slowly learn and picking the right day to practice top landings is a key in my opinion. If it is too light or very windy, the challenge is increased. Like anything, having a good instructor will keep you from making unneeded mistakes or getting hurt. At Torrey, there is a beach below to land if it gets too light OR too windy. In a too windy scenario, the Venturi effect on top (increasing the headwind speed) when landing may push you back! I landed going a bit backwards on one occasion so you have to be cautious, Again, landing on the beach may be the best option but you ALWAYS have to make sure a really high tide has not covered all the beach and one needs to make this part of the pre-check before launching...you never know when you may be forced to land on the beach! I fly Torrey a lot simply because the launch is from a grassy slope and I just want to fly without having to search for that elusive thermal. When I fly Little Black, it is a short hike, but if I don't find a thermal right away it may be a quick sled ride to landing. There are days when you can ridge soar Little Black but it is not as consistent and the launch area is very dusty with lots of pebbles and weeds to potentially snag your lines. There is no real nice hike & fly area near me where you can hike to a high altitude and then fly down with more time to find a thermal. Lots of freeway traffic and travel time keeps me pretty local to Torrey and Little Black. Sorry for being "long-winded" but I hope this helps. Also, thank you for your nice thoughts on Stella; she was a wonderful companion.

@@loums52 Thanks Lou. Sounds like that grassy slope is sloped enough that there aren't much rotors over landing, like there can be on a 90 degree cliff edge.

@ yes, rotors are not a big concern. But having a big Tandem wing fly right in front of you will shake things up!

@@peterpupator4117 thanks!🪂

@@austinkaufman9402 thanks for watching. Little Black is fun and very accessible. Hope you get to fly there soon! 🪂

Yes! if the winds are too north or south you have to be careful not to extend too far in any direction. South is not as bad but if too north you don't want to extend too far beyond the actual launch area as there can be strong rotors. I did have some sink near the southern end on this day, however, and tried to turn early to avoid it. Little Black can be super smooth, a quick sled ride, or a real roller coaster so you definitely have to respect the area. The landing area can also be tricky as there can be a combination of small thermal pops and then quick sink. I have known of people experienced a frontal collapse 30-40 feet off the ground so you really have to keep controlled tension on those brakes...BUT don't stall! I trained there and had a very good instructor who really cautioned me on all that LB had to offer. You definitely need a site orientation before flying there and especially on a thermic day.

@@loums52 Well no worries, as I'm 2500 miles away, so it's not like I'd just stop by :) But I'd look you or Robert up first!

Yes, I have a strap connected to my ankle that holds the Go Pro camera with a standard Go Pro connector. But if I'm doing a lot of turns like in this video, it gets in the way when I cross over one leg and I'll bump it. Works better in areas like Torrey where I can fly the ridge line for longer distances.

Thanks so much!

@@eyeofthestorm. a great excuse for another visit! 🪂

@@Hverdagemedstorm thank you! I certainly well and will try to compare it to the Iota DLS that I also fly.

Awesome

@@jamesgerwing2249 thank you! 🐈‍⬛🪂

@@Robbo1966 thanks for watching. I am fortunate to have a great ridge soaring site nearby. It’s also the only site near me with actual grass! Otherwise it’s rocks, shrubs and dirt.🪂

Thanks! Yes, still jumping off cliffs!

@@fbrummitt I’m also around 170 and 6 feet. I usually fly pretty close to sea level and it works just fine BUT if you’re at high altitude then maybe a problem. Thanks for watching! 🪂

You would launch from the top of the cliffs at Torrey and then (usually) top land so no worries about exposing a wing to the water or sand EXCEPT if you launch when the wind is weak or it should suddenly die and then you would land on the beach. Also, you always want to check before any flight to make sure the tide is not all the way in leaving no beach to land in case there is no option to top land. This can also happen if the winds should suddenly increase making a top landing unsafe. The weather reports are usually predictable and consistent so you should have a good idea of the conditions for that day. All in all, bring any wing you would want to fly, see what the locals are doing, and by all means ask questions of the pilots who fly there often...thanks for watching!

@@Hverdagemedstorm I haven’t flown the Epic 2 and for paramotoring I eventually went with the Epsilon with hybrid risers. BGD wings are very popular and there are probably quite a few reviews out there. Thanks for watching.

I no longer have the Progress 3. I now fly with the Lightness 3 pod and the Boundless harness. The Progress 3 has been out for a while so you should be able to pick up a used one. Thanks for watching!

@@freestyler0102 Thanks so much for watching and best wishes on your training! 🪂

Start with an EN-A glider. You won't regret it. It's super safe and reliable, you need that passive safety to get used to things and progress safely.

@@abseil76 it took me less than 8 hours of ground handling to get full controll over the glider, do cobra launches and even 360 spins. The flights are no problem at all and I learn on the EN-A (Advance Alpha 7). I am able to do all the tasks like 360, S-turns, speed bar, ears, and landing in a designated area. My teacher is also recommending the EN-B and tells me the Advance Epsilon DLS and Advance Boundless is a very good choice

@@freestyler0102 Beginners' overconfidence causes the most accidents. Getting used to dealing with collapses and rough thermals after leaving the training hills and flying at new locations is much safer on an EN-A glider. But whatever rocks your boat I guess 🤷 I have the boundless harness and I can definitely recommend it. Really comfortable to carry with the glider packed inside too. 👍👍

@@kanaha324 The Progress 2 was an earlier version that has been replaced by the Progress 3 which added a compressible seat protector (which is removable). Maybe there is a good used one out there, but I think the Easiness 3 would be more compact and nimble for use as a dune harness. You can also fly the Easiness 3 without the inflatable seat protector/integrated reserve making it even better for a low flying dune harness where a reserve isn’t necessary. The Easiness 3 would also be lighter but packing a standard wing for hike and fly would be tight. It’s great, however, for a lightweight or mini wing. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.

@@loums52 thank you so much for your reply! I have the Easiness 3 (LOVE it) and formerly had a Progress 3, but the zippers had issues. I wanted to get another Progress 2 just for the dunes so I don’t have to worry about wear/tear and excessive aging on the Easiness.

Any reason this might be a bad idea? 😜

@@kanaha324 The Progress 2 does have air scoop pockets for seat bag inflation so not sure how the sand might infiltrate this area with any "butt" landings or slides. But if its a used one just for this purpose then not out much if it is thrown around a bit. Still think the Easiness 3 without the air bag protection would be a very nimble unit and maybe buy a used on just for the dunes??? Best wishes!

@@loums52 many thanks for your thoughtful reply!! your advice is very much appreciated here. I still want some protection so will try out the 2, but be on the hunt for a cheap used E3 as my backup 😅 thanks for making these videos! And for replying and following up!!

Thanks for watching…but not sure about the question???

I don't fly over any water but yes, you would not want to have the bungee straps in place if you are going to be in that situation.

I just gently folded them in one over the other without bending them. This seemed to work but hard to describe. Perhaps just experimenting a bit. Wish I could be more helpful. Thanks for watching! 🪂

Thanks…I’m actually flying the DLS which is for all intent and purposes the “10”. And it well also depend on whether you are in sink or lift. Basically, hands up to get out of sink and some brake to stay in lift (or turn into the thermal). In active air, you definitely have to “feel” what’s going on but don’t over control. In smooth air, just let her go! Thanks for watching.

Thanks so much for watching! I also love seeing the wing come up when launching! 🪂

I think the Epsilon low to mid B wing is a great way to transition from the A class. It is super reliable with good performance while being safe. The Iota may be more “frisky” than you would want coming directly from an A wing but the best thing is to talk to your past instructor and even try to demo each wing. What you get depends on your progression, how often you fly and what type of flying you plan to do most often. The Iota is definitely a great wing to use with the Lightness pod…but if you haven’t flown a pod, first get used to it and then upgrade the wing…or get a new wing and get used to that and then go with a pod…try only one new thing at a time…just echoing what my instructor would tell me. I am looking forward to seeing what the new Lightness 4 will offer. Best wishes and thanks for watching!🪂

@@loums52 Awesome, thanks a lot for that. Good flights!

@@nestedacademy I forgot to mention that the windshield actually does work well. I was flying one evening with lighter gloves and it was really cold, and by periodically placing my hands on the flight deck behind the windshield I was able to get them out of the cold air for a bit…I now use it all the time. 🪂

I know what you mean! Just too many great products to try out.🪂

The adjustment straps for the legs are at the very back of the seat board. Pull up the back area and you'll see the straps for adjustment. I usually keep my pretty snug but not enough to hinder movement. When I am hanging from the harness after taking off I want to make sure I am not hanging so low that I can't get in the seat. You just have to experiment a bit but do the initial adjustments with the hang test. Best wishes and I hope that helps. 🪂

@@loums52 thank you Lou. I need to dig deeper under the seat board. I wish the manual had a depiction of the adjust mechanism. I suppose the end of the straps are permanently fixed somewhere down there so that they don’t have a chance of coming loose if I make a faulty adjustment. Sorry if I sound like a novice because that’s exactly what I am. Imagine that - a 63 year old novice haha. I did get a P2 in Torrey in 2001 but never flew since - well not exactly I flew airplanes for a living at the time. So now that I haven’t flown at all for awhile, I thought I’d give the P2 training a repeat. And I bought equipment this time so it’s a commitment! And the Boundless is my only my second harness. I had bought a used Gin Bobcat from Chris at SuperFly some years ago - strictly for use with the BDG Seed groundhandling trainer. If I ever go back to Torrey maybe I could look you up? I don’t know if URL links work in KZbin but here is my first landing at AJX with a wing I picked up in Munich 10 days ago. instagram.com/reel/C6DP1loOudC/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

@@larssorenson9916 Yes, the video did come through and nice landing! I have flown Andy Jackson once and Jordan was one of my instructors at Torrey years ago. You are right that the manual does not really illustrate where the adjustment straps are…maybe I could do a video on this! Please let me know if you are ever back at Torrey and happy flights in the meantime. 🪂

@@loums52 Yes, Jordan mentioned he worked at Torrey. Maybe before he went to Soboba. I like his video course content. Pretty thorough and unique. No in person classroom which is OK with me. He doesn’t come out to AJX until late afternoon when conditions are de-escalating so at the most it’s two flights before sunset by the time you get up to the launches. Hence progress is slow going. Wish we could get a flight or two in early mornings but that’s not what he does. I’m staying here 90 days dedicating 100% of the time to the curriculum. But the P2 remains on my USHPA license so I need to find out where I actually stand. Proficiency and safety of course trumps any paperwork. But likely I already have a valid P2. It took me exactly four days to get the P2 at Torrey in August 2001. However, I did have some training hill flights at Ed Levin in the Bay Area as well as some Monterey dune launches before arriving at Torrey. But imagine four days and here at AJX I may not be done after 90 days! I’m thinking of ordering an Epsilon DLS - it should be a good match for the Boundless harness. I’m still getting used to it. I find it very lively compared to the Gin Bobcat without seat board. And I did shorten the straps a bit - quite easy really. And I do think the seat board can be pulled out also but no need of course. It worked well for getting seated now… I signed up for 7 SIV days with Marlin Lobb at Flyeo in Annecy in October. I hope to spend the winter at Falcoparapente flying school in Colombia. But before all that I would actually like to return to Torrey. I probably have to hire an instructor. I’ll call them and find out.

@@larssorenson9916 Sounds like you are quite active in your flight instruction and the time in Colombia and Annecy sounds wonderful. The seat board does make for a more active flying experience and I do like the added weight shifting authority. The Epsilon is a great wing and if you decide to go with it I think you'll love it. Take care and safe flying!

After flying the Epsilon again (have been flying the Iota pretty non-stop for 2 months), I have to say that when I flew the Iota again, it does feel more "light" and nimble. The Epsilon is very rock solid while the Iota is more playful and fun without being twitchy or temperamental. The turning response is wonderful as well as the glide. When I get back to Paramotors (any day now I keep saying), it will definitely be the Epsilon though. If the weather is bit more tricky then the Epsilon is more rock solid on takeoff, but I really don't take off in anything that is not comfortable. I just flew the Iota again on a day that had pretty moderate winds (Torrey) and I must say I really enjoyed the overall performance (was flying the pod). So all in all, I love having the Epsilon but I can see me flying the Iota most of the time. Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the reply, and thank you for all the work you do on this excellent channel. I bought an Advance harness based on your positive comments and I’m very happy with it. All the best from Ian in England.

@@IanObzi Thanks again...what harness did you buy? Best wishes!

I’m wondering how the Lightness 4 will be different. Perhaps the weightless would have been fine but I really have been enjoying the Lightness 3. I know you won’t be disappointed either way. Thanks for your comments and watching! 🪂

Thanks so much! One of the reasons I did the review is that I also couldn’t find one…happy flying and I’m actually taking this harness and the Epsilon DLS flying at Torrey today 😎🪂

@@loums52 Happy flying! I'm a beginner pilot and I am looking to pick up my first harness and wing, I think your review helped me out a lot. My only concern about the harness was comfort with the leg straps while ground handling so thank you for addressing that.

@@IsaacTea I was just out flying the Boundless yesterday and before flying did some ground handling. I used the leg straps and what a difference it does make. I pretty much use them all the time now because it does feel more comfortable…and there are pretty easy to attach and release. Take care!

Thanks for watching...I have no plans to sell the Epsilon right now but in the future, who knows! 🙂 It is a great wing and unless one really wants a reflex wing for PPG, I think it works great...and as a great PG wing. The Iota does give me, I feel, a bit more thermalling performance and it does glide very nicely. Cheers and glad the Parajet is doing well! 🪂

A few people I fly with switched to the Iota and love it. I’m a happy low b pilot and love the Epsilon series for pg/ppg. Are you still flying the eclipse with the atom 80?

@@briant5992 Yes, they are both very nice but will definitely use the Epsilon for PPG. I actually don’t have a PPG right now. Right after COVID, I wasn’t flying it much and found someone to buy it. BUT…I am really missing the paramotoring so am looking for another one. I am actually been thinking about (for a long time now), an electric PPG. The drawback is the time of flight and the weight to get around 45-50 minutes of flight so still don’t know (Open PPG). I also know of someone building one for around 60 minutes of flight for a lot less weight so still waiting until I make a decision on this. In the meantime, still flying PG as much as possible. Cheers!

Thanks for watching…I think the holding of the brakes is a very personal thing. I definitely do not like taking a wrap (hands too high for me) or having my hands through the loops as many people do. I actually have my index fingers touching the magnets on the handles and I really like the feel of this….sort of the same as having them on the knots…just something I slowly incorporated over time…best wishes and happy flying.🪂

Thanks so much! As much as I love paragliding, I do miss just getting up around the clouds without worrying about lift...Best wishes and I will look forward to YOUR next videos!

oh my message got deleted. let me know you wanna see some more details about the prototypes

@@loums52 yeah the ONLY reason i learned to fly was to walk on clouds. biggest dream since i was a kid. still didnt had the chance yet. but i hope this summer i can get it done!