Hang Gliding in Oceanside, Oregon

[@Break559]

Man, I could watch this all day. It looks like a blast.

[@jmlkinc]

16 years later and this video is still my happy place.

[@soapbox94]

Flying HG back in the day shaped a lot of who I am today 20+ years later. Glad you like the video.

[@jmlkinc]

@@soapbox94 Makes me want to sign up for paragliding lessons the moment my wife is back to work after maternity leave, haha.

[@soapbox94]

@@jmlkinc I was talking with an engineer this weekend about electric powered propulsion for a HG/PG. Back in the day it was possible with a 2St gas motor, but so loud, so heavy. One of the reasons I stopped HG was the amount of time it took to prep, chase, wait, closing sites, limited access, etc. It's called "Hang Waiting". For the weather, the right wind, etc. Launching solo with battery power would solve a lot of those logistical issues.

[@johnharlan100]

I have been enjoying this video since 2006, its on my favorites list. I moved to Oregon in 2005. Great song too:)

[@soapbox94]

You're very welcome. My instructor was a very amazing and wise man. He told me there's two kinds of people that want to fly: Those who say "I've always wanted to do that." and those who say "Where do I sign up?" Just go out and find an instructor and take a lesson. Learning to fly is as much as, or more fun than "specking out" on a good day. That's when you get so high that the ground crew can't see you any more. You turn to a speck in the sky and eventually disappear.

[@soapbox94]

I took my first lesson in 1990 when I was 18. after dreaming about it for 5 years (and getting a job) I took my 2-10 lesson when I was 23. By the time this video was shot, I had about 120 flights and 180hrs flight time at age 28. HG is one of those things that carries an Infinite ignorance with it; the more you know, the more you know you dont know.

[@soapbox94]

@RichardBehiel I went to a hang gliding meet and watched and asked tons of questions. Bought some books, took some lessons, bought some gear, and Voila! 88 flights on the bunny hill and got my Hang 2 all in one summer. Take lessons first, then buy gear. The next usual question is: How much does it cost? A: around $100/day for lessons, and gear can be had for $500 to $15,000. All depends on how much you want to spend and what performance you want. The glider in this video was $1200 used.

[@soapbox94]

Mark, the airspeed is about 18 to 50 mph in this video. 18 at stall, and 50 in a dive. The wind noise is the only thing you hear and, by the nature of flying, is always there.

[@PianoManX2]

man, words cant even describe on how much i want to do stuff like this. just to catch the scernery of the sun hittin the water. just makes wanna cry. breathtaking!!! nice vid

[@strueblood]

This is so incredibly awesome. I can't wait to take my first lesson.

[@fergalwhelan]

Excellent video dude. I started hang gliding last year at the age of 36 and take every opportunity I can to fly. This video refreshes me after a long day of work. Thanks!!:)

[@soapbox94]

@39cbell The 5yrs '90-95, I read 5 books on it, watched several instructional videos, studied aerodynamics, and went to several HG events. By 1995 I was fully prepared. My experience is not normal. It should take 10-15 days of training, and it's probably $175-200/day now. Flying a HG is actually pretty easy. The hard part is knowing when to launch and when/how to land. "It's better to be on the ground wishing you were flying instead of being in the sky wishing you were on the ground."

[@soapbox94]

Just remember: It's better to be on the ground wishing you were in the air, than in the air wishing you were on the ground. Take it easy, don't rush, and enjoy every minute of the training.

[@Nashy76]

so i got my second double surface glider. was like starting agin i took a whole winter to get tuned into it. then started trying baby wing overs. finally 2 and a half years later i watched again and thought i can do that. wow what a ride, never give up your dream

[@perspicacity89]

EPIC. I want to do this so badly. I had a dream last night I was soaring 3,000 feet in the air over gorgeous mountain tops and beautiful plains. It was majestic.

[@Dookie_420]

I can't wait to do this! Saving up this summer for next year. Great video!

[@TheSkate78]

that's the coolest thing you could do without a motor I believe. You inspired me.

[@fergalwhelan]

Hey soapbox, Thats really cool that you read my post. And even nicer that you replied :) I normally watch your post when I'm getting ready to hit the town. It gives me a great buzz. I just felt that some of the boxes didn't make much sense, I wasn't sure what you were indicating. I liked the explanation of the stall, fall and turn. For anyone seeing a first time hanggliding vid having never flown, it might be nice to see more of that. Up to you of course :)..I still get a buzz from watching it

[@gman0345]

man that is soooo awesome,it must give you the greatest feeling while you are up there...

[@flyingmedic]

Anybody who uses lack of money as an excuse not to achieve his or her objectives is someone unlikely to understand Hanggliding or any other activity that demands effort and dedication. This pilot is a fantastic ambassador for attitude, effort and reward. Great flight a d vid:-) thanks.

[@tomterahedrob]

yes! I saw it at Torrey pines CA and that was in 1981!They just walked off the cliff in almost no wind and flew as long as they wanted.Very casual.

[@snottlebocket]

That is beautiful, I'm considering learning to fly a hangglider for my vacation this year.

[@johnnylovesannie]

Lovely wingovers. Hang gligind has to be THE most fun you can ever have.

[@AlvaMartinezMag]

Que emosión siento tan solo de verte volar... se hermosa la vista... lindo video Reuben.

[@Nashy76]

read second after below: so i got my second double surface glider. was like starting agin i took a whole winter to get tuned into it. then started trying baby wing overs. finally 2 and a half years later i watched again and thought i can do that. wow what a ride, never give up your dream

[@jjminkle]

one of my favorite hg videos - hope to get to oceanside one day - i'll keep flying morningside

[@digupstuff]

I come here often to watch this video because it's the best I have seen on KZbin! I love this video! I wish you would make more like this! :D ♥

[@soapbox94]

Very cool story, thanks for sharing. There's lots of people that learn to fly by aero towing, I've actually never done it, but I'm planning on it this spring. My HG buddies bought a dragonfly to tow, so I have to get certified now. Ye-Haw! In our local area we call a wingover a "Wang" since it's not technically a wingover, I don't know if that's a universal term, but I know what you're talking about. Now you have to loop it! Good luck and I wish you good air.

[@withoutakikstand]

You can tell that this guy probably has the coolest, most awesome little brother.

[@Dookie_420]

I'm currently saving up for this crazy sport/hobby!! hopefully next summer I will be taking some lessons!! SO excited!

[@digupstuff]

Man I LOVE this video! It must be so awesome to be able to do that! Thank you so much for this video. Me and my granddaughter visit her often. :D

[@digupstuff]

Please do more videos like this one. I will probably never have the opportunity to do this, and this is one of the best videos and music on here! Thank you for sharing this one. At least I can come here when I feel like I want to fly away. Your new sub, ♥ dig ♥

[@soapbox94]

I uploaded this in 2006, but shot it in 2000. It was shot on a crappy cannon camcorder that ran on tapes. It was digital, but would only shoot 60min on a tape. That's really the only reason I do all those dives and spirals at the end. I had to get down in time to get the landing on tape. The other 56 min of the video is just boring flying back and forth trying to get as high as possible without having a mid-air with a paraglider or another HG. It took me a week+ to edit the video on my 1998 computer. Each time I would make a revision late at night, I would hit "Render" and go to sleep and hope that it didn't error over night because it took 6-7hrs. I had to buy a "wide angle" lens for the camera, and I mounted it with drilled and bent metal scrap and a handful of bolts. I know, cry me a river. Adventure video today is a lot easier with GoPro and fast computers.

[@velveetaslingshot]

God that was awesome. I'm moving up north soon and I'm definitely going to get into hanggliding.

[@Glad2BGolden]

WOW, great landing. I like the view also. Thanks for posting.

[@SierraCharley]

just watched it for the first time and had to save it to favs, great video

[@saradoman992]

This video made me laugh for some reason. It's so extraordinary that someone can do this. I want to do this one day!

[@503KCP]

Ever since I can remember my family and I have gone up to maxwell to watch the hang gliders. I love Oceanside, and it's a damn shame that there are no hang gliders launching from maxwell anymore

[@ShartimusPrime]

MY TURN!!!

[@soapbox94]

I started reading every book about HG and visited a couple HG meets. I ended up taking 3 lessons for $100/day, then bought my own gear. Back in 1995 I bought that glider for $1200. It's a 1988 Wills Wing Sport. harness for $50 and spent the rest of the summer at the dunes practicing. I did 88 flights off the training hill, then paid for 2 more lessons for $20/day (w/ my own gear) to get my Hang I&II ratings. Then I bought a cocoon harness ($370) parachute ($300) and a vario ($200) -Kevin

[@JoelsAdventure]

Great Video bro. i cant wait to go and ride one.!!!!

[@requemao]

@JohnKeotes You can only fly over the sea for some minutes, because you will be slowly losing altitude. In order to fly for a long time you need to catch rising currents of air, which you will find at cliffs and slopes (depending on the wind) and some more places.

[@oregoncoastbeachconnection8718]

Is this spot above Oceanside still open? Heard it was closed and last time I tried to find it appeared closed off, but it's always been hard to find, so it could just be me

[@blackhawkchalk]

I've gotta know... Is this the single most awesome thing a human being can do that is just as exciting every time you do it?

[@fergalwhelan]

That makes more sense! I didn't realise there was info to be had :) Its such a great post.

[@mcmjr405]

Great video, and a perfect song for it too!!!

[@ParadiseHG]

Very nice video, I really miss flying my Litespeed solo over land....

[@soapbox94]

I was just at the N. side of Kiwanda on Saturday and saw some instructors packing up. I spent a lot of time there. Learning is just as fun as going LD! -Kevin

[@soapbox94]

My first lesson was from Jerry (I don't remember his last name) in 1990, then I took 2 more from James Asher in the spring of 1995. Then I bought my gear and got certified H1-2 by Jim Reynolds that fall. The next summer I got my H3 from Ray Berger 1996. So I've really been hang gliding since 1990 - 17 years! :)

[@amymcms]

that is soooo beautiful. I cant wait to do this.

[@ijp66]

Awesome video! There is a club 5 minutes from my house that offers hanggliding and paragliding.

[@labota51]

wow, Im jealous. Great video. I took a couple lessons in Socal at Dockweiler beach, but never followed up :(

[@lzrdlvr]

I love Oceanside...Maxwell point....heaven!!!!!

[@WICKEDDelta]

Imagine you're walking on that beach and suddenly notice these footsteps coming out of nowhere :-)

[@TheSanityInspector]

Urghh, my stomach!! This is close enough to the real thing for me, thanks! And thanks for posting.

[@digupstuff]

I LOVE this video! I really would LOVE to do this one day.

[@soapbox94]

Actually, this is an example of Ridge Lift. There is smooth west air coming over the ocean and deflecting off the bluff. It's like riding a standing wave of air. If you see video of thermal lift the pilots are doing spiral turns to stay in the center of the lift, it's usually more in-land; like the desert where it's hot. -Kevin

[@Opethfan79]

I just took my first lession. I can not wait for my first flight that lasts a few min. I am lucky enough to live just 45 min away from a good place to learn in the north east. So far I love it at Morningside.

[@Nashy76]

thanks for reply truly cool vid im going to take lessons. im already learning in light aircraft to fly but i think i will try my hand at this too

[@coolgeorgiaboy]

That was intense dude, thanks for sharing. Awesome!!!

[@soapbox94]

@wind2jammer I think it's VNE? Velocity Never to Exceed. I think mine is 55 mph or knots? The glider just vibrates, shakes, and doesn't perform well. The anti-dive wires make 55+ pretty hard maintain anyway. Stall is about 18, Min sink 20, Max L/D 25.

[@CristinaXLawliet]

This is heart stopping Omg!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sk0rponok]

as a helicopter pilot i partake in the most expensive (sorta) method of flying and i love and respect this least expensive (sorta) way of flight.

[@kari9310]

Wow I want to try!!! It looks like FUN!!!!!

[@LeeAndersonMusic]

@soapbox94 hmm. good point. I'm doing an AFF course soon. When i was indoor skydiving i catched the bug bad :) maybe i'll try hang gliding once. Looks like a lot of fun ;)

[@c80schick]

amazing video perfect track

[@St1ffM1st3r]

One of the best vids ever.

[@Praxis71]

That is fantastic, man! Thanks for posting.

[@zxcvbnmjfjf]

don't lie when you where gliding along the shore the only thing going through your head was "boy i wish i could run this fast" :D amazing vid

[@passiveMenis]

Looks a lot more beautiful than skydiving.

[@threat_en]

I guess it is the falling... because I love the good views. If I feel secure, I am less afraid :P Like that harness, it looks pretty sturdy or whatever. I read you usually need a parachute too haha.. with some different features incase of a crash and it would not be tangled up. Mine would be the first, only because I do not live anywhere near one (closest one is Atlanta, i'm from alabama bleh). I'd love to go try it though. My parents are cheap so it may not work out until I save up myself.

[@flyingmedic]

Ps in answer to an earlier question. My new wing (Evo 2 150) has a glide ratio of about 15:1 and sink rate of about 180fpm. The atos VR is a rigid wing with a glide ratio of about 20:1 and sink rate about 135fpm.

[@moojin999]

I hang glide, too, and my favorite, yet the scariest moment was when there was a headwind and I flipped twice midair.

[@BabbittdaWabbitt]

Kick ass video ! Thanks for making the effort.

[@antihwman]

great choice of song

[@soapbox94]

No worries. Everyone has their moments. Your apology made my day. HG is free once you have the gear. All it takes is wind and skill. Good luck to you.

[@dwayrow]

This video is amazing ! this makes me want to start hand gliding even more. The most inspiring video on youtube. Anyone know any good clubs/places in England where you can hand glide with views as stunning as this ?

[@severe28]

great vid. Would love to do this someday..

[@mauricetomas]

that was some great manuevering!

[@arias944t]

Awesome vid., ,I want to do that. don't know where to start.

[@mmorga24]

that was very sick I wanna do this now great vid man.

[@DXWXMX44]

much better for me than the real thing - thanks! !

[@Abaft6]

I wanna go hang gliding so bad! Great video!

[@soapbox94]

I've been up in the air at the beach for just short of 6hrs one time not far from this site. the record is 33hrs in Maui (i think).

[@soapbox94]

The longest I've been up was 6hrs. It was this same launch and we were going up and down the beach 5-6 miles. I only landed because it was getting dark. There were others that launched earier that were up for 8+. I've had 20+ flights that were over 3hrs. the record is 33hrs in Maui. My longest XC flight is 51 miles. The record is by Mike Barber- 437.8 miles from Zapata, TX

[@soapbox94]

Oregon hang gliding. Nice guy, based in Corvallis. The training hill, Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, is about 25 min south of the site in this video.

[@polsenOO7]

That was pretty awesome!

[@soapbox94]

And yes, you can go beyond 90 degrees. Most advanced gliders are fully capable of loops. There's really only 2 ways hang gliders have structural failures mid flight. 1. is a collision with another gilder. 2. is high-stress aerobatics such as a loop. Stalling mid-loop (zero airspeed) could drop the pilot onto the wing and shock-load the wing in a way it was not designed to endure. Flying a HG is easy and safe. It's the launch and landing that are the tricky parts.

[@soapbox94]

Thanks. do you think I should remove them? I thought they weren't too obtrusive, but I was also just playing around with them.

[@irvinetustin]

Impressive video!

[@xXxdaguitarfreakxXx]

looks like soo much fun

[@Twinhit]

I remember watching these guys Hang Gliding in San Diego, about 30 years ago. I'm curious to know if the pilot can soar and return to his take-off location. Anyone know?

[@CloudSurfer01]

Nice touch down!

[@soapbox94]

Thanks. that's really cool. I'm glad I made it...jeez, 9 yrs ago.

[@soapbox94]

Beach flying (ridge lift) is relaxing. Inland desert/mt. flying (thermal lift) is exciting. +2000ft/min. up in a thermal core to 14,150ft at cloudbase. Several of my friends have been much higher, up longer, and out further. -Kevin

[@icecreamman250]

That was a very beatiful flight. I hope that one day i'll be able to do that. First i need a career to get money :)

[@JapanAndAnime]

I'd love to try to do that one day!

[@soapbox94]

@TellinTheTruth Actually it was just under an hour long flight. I've flown for 8+ hrs at this site on a good day. This day people were flying for 3-4hrs. My tape was only 60min. so I had to go and burn altitude to make sure I got the landing on film. I edited it down to fit the song; plus it gets pretty boring watching someone go back and forth, back and forth. "how do you get back up?" You fold up the glider and put it on a truck and drive back to the top.

[@strangekrewe]

phat! im going in august for the first time in utah.. cannot wait!

[@nikkielenap14]

That looks so fun

[@kwd007]

Nice vid! Can't wait to trying for myself.