A thoughtful and simple explanation of this amazing sport. Next time some one asks me what PPG is all about, I'll send them this video. Nicely done, John!
It was really cool to find a face that represented PPG flying so well. Flying foot launch is an incredible feeling. I wish more people could have the experience.
This is one of the most well put together videos about introduction to this sport. I'll be spending months going over multiple training sites and equipment before I decide which one to go to, but this one is now high on my list.
So I've been researching this sport for a couple of years now. I really enjoyed your style of explaining how the wing operates, how many lines a wing has, the functions of each line, the general mechanics of the wing and the rules for engagement. Boy I'd sure like to have you for my instructor in this sport. You really should consider becoming a Certified Instructor. I believe that you'd be really great at it. Thanks for sharing your insight and your passion for this amazing sport. Be safe and God Bless !
I trained under the narrator, John Black, and it was life changing. The experience of PPG flying is unlike anything I've every encountered. This is my favorite thing to do now.
John here is a video I recently did in Homer Alaska. Hope you enjoy it as well. Filmed with a quadcopter by my son. I am the paramotor pilot. vimeo.com/144607557
If I wasn't already starting my training in this sport, this video would have probably inspired me to do so. Great explanations of how to control the glider and equipment. Be a while before I'm confident flying over large water, but what great scenery!
Another nice EAA video! Well done again, Brady! Thanks for posting! with the number of "Dislikes" its for sure somebody with "a hidden agenda", that kinda stuff is so lousy...Thanks for a great video about a great hobby!
Nice down to earth (sorry for the pun) into to the world of flying. I think this video is one of the best I have seen. All the best from a very chilly Sweden. (No shorts when flying here in winter).
first video ive seen where someone actually promotes paramotor flying. here in south africa... it is very limited. i would love to paramotor fly... it is my dream. you make it so seem so simple and makes me want to try this sport. maybe... one day. mahomed
Excellent video. Loved the guy who kept running even while in the air. This type of flying has always interested me, and I live by the water. Question: I did not see any lifejackets. What do you do in the event of an engine failure out over the water? Can you easily get out of the harness so the motor doesn't drown you? Do people just plan on swimming until someone notices they went down? Thanks.
mmurphy147 Drowning is the number one cause of death in our sport. We have a great tool called an Agama that automatically inflates when you go into water. Zero deaths from drowning with this attached.
I am really wanting to fly paramotors for many many years now but the fear of a collapse of the wing haunts me deeply. I can live with the risk of crashing into rocks yes but never the fear of the wing itself collapsing in midair.. that is very scary.. You know, the wing is flexible..
leviterande all wings are flexible, look at how much glider wings flex when they fly. The flexing of wings is an entire field of study known as aero-elasticity for us aeronautical engineers, it actually really helps keep the ride smooth and absorb the bumpy air so it stays controllable for the pilot. We have it pretty well handled, Just don't stall it :)
you might enjoy a gimbal , it will eliminate all camera shakes, and no need anymore to stabilize clips in software and get these wobbles you have here all over.... The Z1 Rider-M is just about the strongest motored one, and super smooth .
Yes, kiting the wing, over and over automatically makes a person a better pilot, I live on flatland, nearest hill is 3 hrs away, Ridge soaring is nice but if no thermals then it gets a bit boring, a motor would open up a whole new world, I could fly right at home on the farm.
the ture cost of the gears for foot launch is not $7000 at all.. here is the cost $5500 -- $14000 just for the paramotor ( the fan part including the harness and gas tank) {engine size and brand will dictate the price} $3000 --- 4200 for the para-glider ( the wing) $750 --- 1500 for reserve parachute.. ( emergency parachute ) $250 -- $400 for the floating device ( in case you landed in water ) $350 --- $1200 for viro-meter ( the device shows you the altitude and speed and other information) $50---$400 for the communication radio $350---- $850 for the helmet and headset $1800 --- $2600 for training
Maybe if you buy the premium new gear. I can easily get a used setup complete package for less than 5k. There is a certified instructor in cali that does the full training for 1k. 140 per day. Float device com viro meter are all luxury items.
You can get a good feel for pricing for a new paramotor, and find instructors all over the world on the Parajet website. parajet.com/ They have lots of different modael and wings, and also a listing of instructors and places you can go to learn.
Like somebody else said, it's probably one guy with a bunch of accounts who doesn't like this brand of powered paraglider. This is probably the best powered paraglider video on UA-cam that actually explains what it's about.
giozoino F**king trolls. I've heard of making multiple accounts, but if this guy is making 50 separate trolling accounts then this guy needs to get out and fly more. Seriously.
Hmm... how much gear could you carry with you? I'm thinking remote camping / fishing trips way up north. Also, I'm already a private pilot, will this make it harder or easier for me to learn or no difference at all?
I really enjoyed watching your video, thanks for sharing. I took up this sport 15 years ago. I went through the glider training but not the paramotor training. I bought a new edel confidence wing and a second hand paramotor... I think it was an F3 but can't remember the brand... unfortunately due to difficult circumstances after I used my paraglider about 3 times it stayed in it's bag and the paramotor sat in a crate for 15 years... I have finally got past a very difficult time and keen to start up again. Can anyone tell me if these wings deteriorate over time? It has been kept inside although it was dusk when I last packed it and there may have been a slight amount of moisture about... many thanks in advance.
+DeansVideoClips The safety margin on gliders is so much better now that it would be better to get a fresh wing. Yours may still be flyable but you should send it in to have it inspected.
That is pricy but I would definitely do it how good would it be for transportation in northern Michigan for recreational use and that would be fun to cruise a couple feet off the ground
ahhhhh.. always tell us, what sail your using, what engine, what frame, what harness (if not purchased together), tell us where you are flying... in the comments.....
+Nobody Somebody -- I've flown small aircraft for 10 years, Airplanes from Stearman bi-planes to Small Pipers and Cessnas, including the Cessna 400 TTx - I have a Commercial and Instrument rating in Helicopters. I just recently spent 9 days in Costa Rica learning to fly PPG, and I can tell you this: --- This is literally the LEAST expensive way to get into powered aviation.
Tyler Pripps you get one life brother so when you’re laying on your death bed you’ll have 10k dollars but then you think of all the things you didn’t get to do. Money comes and goes but memories and joy are priceless. Coulda woulda shoulda is what you’ll say
@@tylerpripps4969 Consider the average cost of a new car is $33K. Then go down to the cost of a good used car at about $10-$15K. 2 packs of cigarets a day will cost you $5,000 a year, and drinkers can spend way more than that. Learn about budgeting to get what you really want out of life. Be healthy, happy, & wise. Wealth is not really needed.
Yes Sir I'm from Germany did fly 🚁 helicopter way more expensive Bell 47 luking all the time instruments I guess so too like you Sir say awesome appreciate !
1:40 yeah it's what a bird experiences, except for the deafening noise of the 2 cycle motor running at full bore 3 inches from your head. Ok it's really not that bad, but had to add that.
Great video, I’m very interested in getting into powered paragliding. How easy and quick is it to get out of that harness should you experience and engine failure and are to low over the water to glide back to shore.
When you watch this video look for the cage with the flat top. That is the paramotor for you. FLAT TOP PARAMOTOR brand is the safest most rugged paramotor available.
Is this guy as good as Dell Shanze??? Dell said if I don’t come to him to buy his gear and training then I will die from paramotoring?????? Is that true??? Please help
+Bluesteel34 I dread the inevitable day that PPG becomes regulated by the FAA, its only a matter of time. No more taking off from public areas like beaches, licensing fees, radio requirements... only a matter of time as popularity increases. Get into it while the gettin' is good!
You can fly many places but not everywhere. You need to read a sectional chart to see where the airports airspace is located as well as restricted areas. Most places are open to fly if you do so in a respectable manner.
Great to see you flying on Czech equipment. Mac Para and Nirvana paramotor. 👍👍👍
A thoughtful and simple explanation of this amazing sport. Next time some one asks me what PPG is all about, I'll send them this video. Nicely done, John!
It was really cool to find a face that represented PPG flying so well. Flying foot launch is an incredible feeling. I wish more people could have the experience.
Thank you Nate....this is an amazing sport and even better people in it.
This is one of the most well put together videos about introduction to this sport. I'll be spending months going over multiple training sites and equipment before I decide which one to go to, but this one is now high on my list.
It is important to find your instructor and then get equipment. We have classes running September thru April www.freedomflightcenter.com
So I've been researching this sport for a couple of years now. I really enjoyed your style of explaining how the wing operates, how many lines a wing has, the functions of each line, the general mechanics of the wing and the rules for engagement. Boy I'd sure like to have you for my instructor in this sport. You really should consider becoming a Certified Instructor. I believe that you'd be really great at it. Thanks for sharing your insight and your passion for this amazing sport. Be safe and God Bless !
Chris S He is already an instructor!...at min. 7:50 he says he is a tandem instructor.
@@riconjos I didn't even know tandem PPG was a thing. I thought everyone had to always do solo flights and the instructor guides you via radio.
I trained under the narrator, John Black, and it was life changing. The experience of PPG flying is unlike anything I've every encountered. This is my favorite thing to do now.
Truly one of the coolest things we can do on this beautiful planet:)
This was probably the best video explaining the basics of paramotors ive ever seen!!!!!!!! Great information
The joy you show is the same reason I got into soaring/gliding a couple years ago. So simple and free! Wow! I'm going to have to try this, too.
Chris Gresham Yes it is a joyful type of sport.....all of your worries disappear up there.
That looks so easy to learn.I love the low skimming flight.
"The most portable aircraft in the world." Sounds SO damn nice.
I find myself increasingly reffering people to this video to introduce them to this sport. Done very well!!
+Len Fabich Len it was great working with the EAA on this video and being able to introduce the sport to many! Thank you for the nice comments.
John here is a video I recently did in Homer Alaska. Hope you enjoy it as well. Filmed with a quadcopter by my son. I am the paramotor pilot. vimeo.com/144607557
+Len Fabich excellent video. i loved seeing the Lab running after you.
Thanks John. Your a great ambassador for the sport of paramotoring. I hope to do my part some day.
I do the same. It's a very well made very informative video. John has done a nice job.
I really enjoy this sort of flying especially on a trike! Nice to have the freedom on your feet.
Beautiful video very nicely done. It really captures how incredible flying a Paramotor is like.
If I wasn't already starting my training in this sport, this video would have probably inspired me to do so. Great explanations of how to control the glider and equipment. Be a while before I'm confident flying over large water, but what great scenery!
Another nice EAA video! Well done again, Brady! Thanks for posting! with the number of "Dislikes" its for sure somebody with "a hidden agenda", that kinda stuff is so lousy...Thanks for a great video about a great hobby!
+BetterAircraftFabric You are correct! Brady did a fantastic job with this video.
Good job John. Excellent production! Love it.
I'm 48 y/o and made my first flight last Sunday. I'm hooked!
Congratulations and welcome to the sport
I haven't done that in so long, I imagine the technology has gotten better
+alaskanalain Yes the gliders are much more efficient and much safer.
Well done, beautiful pictures, insightful narrative, truly enjoyable.
Great Ambassador for the sport! Go EAA!
Nice down to earth (sorry for the pun) into to the world of flying. I think this video is one of the best I have seen. All the best from a very chilly Sweden. (No shorts when flying here in winter).
your videos are the best intro paramotor videos on youtube. I want to learn how to fly one of these!
Interesting and very concise explanation.👌🏻🙂
Thank you I am glad you enjoyed it.
Excellent video on the sport!
Absolutely great video. my friend and I are going to do this.
lol that latin man running and hopping, my first solo i felt about the same
!!!!
first video ive seen where someone actually promotes paramotor flying. here in south africa... it is very limited. i would love to paramotor fly... it is my dream. you make it so seem so simple and makes me want to try this sport. maybe... one day.
mahomed
What a great thing. I loved that guy that gave props to God... we will all fly up to meet Him.
06:45 he is still running 🤣
Awesome introduction - well done!!
Great video, John
Freedom of flight makes this video an all time favorite. Do you have a paramotor to train a 230+ lb guy? Just beautiful!!
+Highflyah79 Yes I have gear that will fly someone to 350 pounds.
i recognized my area right away ... fun stuff.
Hey, I know this guy. Very good instructor. I should know, he was my instructor.
Love it can't wait to do it
Excellent video. Loved the guy who kept running even while in the air. This type of flying has always interested me, and I live by the water. Question: I did not see any lifejackets. What do you do in the event of an engine failure out over the water? Can you easily get out of the harness so the motor doesn't drown you? Do people just plan on swimming until someone notices they went down? Thanks.
mmurphy147 Drowning is the number one cause of death in our sport. We have a great tool called an Agama that automatically inflates when you go into water. Zero deaths from drowning with this attached.
It would be awesome to fly over an air port and see the plane take off and land up close.
Perfect wind helps... I never seen a wind like it in the UK
Excellent video!
Great video John!
David Stalcup Thank you David. The EAA is responsible for the video...they did an awesome job.
cool video, I am from fort walton beach and just got my motor and glider.
Jason feel free to contact me or come over and fly.
beautiful video
I am really wanting to fly paramotors for many many years now but the fear of a collapse of the wing haunts me deeply. I can live with the risk of crashing into rocks yes but never the fear of the wing itself collapsing in midair.. that is very scary.. You know, the wing is flexible..
leviterande all wings are flexible, look at how much glider wings flex when they fly. The flexing of wings is an entire field of study known as aero-elasticity for us aeronautical engineers, it actually really helps keep the ride smooth and absorb the bumpy air so it stays controllable for the pilot. We have it pretty well handled, Just don't stall it :)
I want one! What a dream!
Nice video!
you might enjoy a gimbal , it will eliminate all camera shakes, and no need anymore to stabilize clips in software and get these wobbles you have here all over.... The Z1 Rider-M is just about the strongest motored one, and super smooth .
Excellent video.. bro.
Yes, kiting the wing, over and over automatically makes a person a better pilot, I live on flatland, nearest hill is 3 hrs away, Ridge soaring is nice but if no thermals then it gets a bit boring, a motor would open up a whole new world, I could fly right at home on the farm.
NICE. CANT WAIT TO BUY MINES.
6:28 I have never laughed so much in my life ;]]]] I dunno how that wasn't a viral
Around 6-8k for a nice set up. I want to buy one soon.
the ture cost of the gears for foot launch is not $7000 at all..
here is the cost
$5500 -- $14000 just for the paramotor ( the fan part including the harness and gas tank) {engine size and brand will dictate the price}
$3000 --- 4200 for the para-glider ( the wing)
$750 --- 1500 for reserve parachute.. ( emergency parachute )
$250 -- $400 for the floating device ( in case you landed in water )
$350 --- $1200 for viro-meter ( the device shows you the altitude and speed and other information)
$50---$400 for the communication radio
$350---- $850 for the helmet and headset
$1800 --- $2600 for training
Maybe if you buy the premium new gear. I can easily get a used setup complete package for less than 5k. There is a certified instructor in cali that does the full training for 1k. 140 per day. Float device com viro meter are all luxury items.
You can get a good feel for pricing for a new paramotor, and find instructors all over the world on the Parajet website. parajet.com/ They have lots of different modael and wings, and also a listing of instructors and places you can go to learn.
Very gut friend, greetings from Spain
Amazing video
I am 270 lbs.. but pretty fit for a run and landing. Can the motor & kite be sized to get me up in the air?
you made it
great Video
greetings from germany
This video is one that I watched before I got into this sport and started making my own videos. Love it! Thanks :) - jdean216
Hey Mike... a 50 to 1 glide ratio means average you glide 50 feet forward and drop 1 foot.
Nice video. Why all the dislikes? I've never flown a PPG, but this video seemed well laid out and presented well.
Like somebody else said, it's probably one guy with a bunch of accounts who doesn't like this brand of powered paraglider. This is probably the best powered paraglider video on UA-cam that actually explains what it's about.
giozoino F**king trolls. I've heard of making multiple accounts, but if this guy is making 50 separate trolling accounts then this guy needs to get out and fly more. Seriously.
this look awesome! :)
Great video! 6:40 best part LOL
How much would one of these rigs as well as proper training cost all together
The prices vary, but averages seem to be from $7,000 - $11,000 for equipment, and $1,200 - $2,000 for training.
EAA Thanks, I was wondering the same thing :-)
***** That sounds like quite a deal :-) Is there a national organization with clubs and such to learn to fly?
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You can get used setups for under 5k. Cheapest training I have found from a certified trainer was 1k.
It doesn't look like you have a parachute in your rig like paragliders do. Do you carry one in case you have a problem with your wing?
+Kyle Correia Thanks. How high up do you have to be for the parachute to open?
They will open in about 70 feet.
+Captain Black Thanks.
John what cost are we taljing about for a unit like the one in this video? I like the simplicity of this
Hmm... how much gear could you carry with you? I'm thinking remote camping / fishing trips way up north.
Also, I'm already a private pilot, will this make it harder or easier for me to learn or no difference at all?
+Jarod Morris You can carry some weight with you camping fishing would be no problem.
Great video. What particular glider are you using in this video?
That is a MacPara
I really enjoyed watching your video, thanks for sharing. I took up this sport 15 years ago. I went through the glider training but not the paramotor training. I bought a new edel confidence wing and a second hand paramotor... I think it was an F3 but can't remember the brand... unfortunately due to difficult circumstances after I used my paraglider about 3 times it stayed in it's bag and the paramotor sat in a crate for 15 years... I have finally got past a very difficult time and keen to start up again. Can anyone tell me if these wings deteriorate over time? It has been kept inside although it was dusk when I last packed it and there may have been a slight amount of moisture about... many thanks in advance.
+DeansVideoClips The safety margin on gliders is so much better now that it would be better to get a fresh wing. Yours may still be flyable but you should send it in to have it inspected.
Thanks John... been away since your reply... just back now!
That is pricy but I would definitely do it how good would it be for transportation in northern Michigan for recreational use and that would be fun to cruise a couple feet off the ground
time to save some money :p i must have one and ill do everything i can to get one
The big question what if there is a problem big time ?? Do you have a spear shoot??? or just a lot of pain??
ahhhhh.. always tell us, what sail your using, what engine, what frame, what harness (if not purchased together), tell us where you are flying... in the comments.....
Paul Gdry I was flying a Nirvana Rodeo and a Mac Para Muse3
they say ricardo is still running to this day
Where is this? I want to go on one I live in ct and go to cape cod a lot and sometimes florida
This is in Panama City Beach Florida. We have a class starting in October for new Pilots. 850-238-7048
heres real motivation to get rich
+Nobody Somebody You don't have to be rich to do this sport, $10,000 will get you good kit and trained. then the world is open to you.
+Nobody Somebody -- I've flown small aircraft for 10 years, Airplanes from Stearman bi-planes to Small Pipers and Cessnas, including the Cessna 400 TTx - I have a Commercial and Instrument rating in Helicopters. I just recently spent 9 days in Costa Rica learning to fly PPG, and I can tell you this: --- This is literally the LEAST expensive way to get into powered aviation.
Even for somebody like myself, who has a modest income, has a REAL difficult time justifying $10k for a toy, no matter how fun it is.
Tyler Pripps you get one life brother so when you’re laying on your death bed you’ll have 10k dollars but then you think of all the things you didn’t get to do. Money comes and goes but memories and joy are priceless. Coulda woulda shoulda is what you’ll say
@@tylerpripps4969 Consider the average cost of a new car is $33K. Then go down to the cost of a good used car at about $10-$15K. 2 packs of cigarets a day will cost you $5,000 a year, and drinkers can spend way more than that. Learn about budgeting to get what you really want out of life. Be healthy, happy, & wise. Wealth is not really needed.
omg I want to do this soooooo bad I love it . and I'm not even flying lol
Looks super awesome sucks that im scared of heights lol
Elijah Lopez Everyone has a fear of falling but that is not a fear of heights. Natural fears falling drowning fire.
Yes Sir I'm from Germany did fly 🚁 helicopter way more expensive Bell 47 luking all the time instruments I guess so too like you Sir say awesome appreciate !
1:40 yeah it's what a bird experiences, except for the deafening noise of the 2 cycle motor running at full bore 3 inches from your head. Ok it's really not that bad, but had to add that.
that is it! WOW!!!!!
Great video, I’m very interested in getting into powered paragliding.
How easy and quick is it to get out of that harness should you experience and engine failure and are to low over the water to glide back to shore.
You should always be within glide. Always fly with flotation!
When you watch this video look for the cage with the flat top. That is the paramotor for you. FLAT TOP PARAMOTOR brand is the safest most rugged paramotor available.
Manufactured by the sports number one psychopath!
Lots of much better paramotors on the market. Flat top is super old design. Super heavy.
i was struggling between skydiving and parasailing. i'm doing this now for sure
Is this guy as good as Dell Shanze??? Dell said if I don’t come to him to buy his gear and training then I will die from paramotoring?????? Is that true??? Please help
Which paramotor is the best and safety I want to buy one
What about flattop is it good and save for me coz I m new to this sport
There are many paramotors that are good.
Please tell me if I can fly the SPICE wing as a beginner!
Where in Florida was this recorded?
What kind of engine is that
Nirvana Rodeo
wish i had the money to do this,would help with stress,just being up there in the open with nature.Maybe one day.
+Bluesteel34 Give us a call 850-238-7048, you can train on our equipment and be flying before buying equipment.
+Bluesteel34 I dread the inevitable day that PPG becomes regulated by the FAA, its only a matter of time. No more taking off from public areas like beaches, licensing fees, radio requirements... only a matter of time as popularity increases. Get into it while the gettin' is good!
free8704 please dont jinx us
Is zero resistance air filter quieter/same/louder than an air box?
I live in pomona. Anybody know any beach nearby that does this and prices
Elijah Lopez Go see Chad Bastian at Trike Buggy....he is in Santa Barbara area.
Does anyone know what engine or model paramotor he is using?
thanks
What is the weight requirements? For tandom flying
excellent
I just found out what this is. I saw someone doing this before at the beach and I was like wtffffff it's like a plane!!
whats the restrictions? can you go to any beach and take off? can you fly anywhere
You can fly many places but not everywhere. You need to read a sectional chart to see where the airports airspace is located as well as restricted areas. Most places are open to fly if you do so in a respectable manner.
Hmm i would like flying this thing but at the same time it scares the shit out of me lol
Whats at 7:40?
Time at 7:12. I would like to know what camera was that and the settings they used. Thanks.
mariovo5 This was shot using a go pro hero