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I hope you do make a video on your equipment. I have no idea what to get. Give me a heads up. I'm a beginner at 175lb I'm 48 years old and I don't want to do any crazy tricks. Just a good solid motor and wing. Quiet would be nice. I'm kinda wanting a quad not sure yet. Thanks so much for your videos your a great teacher and no way will I try this without professional training.
I'm a non flyer but have been watching your videos for a couple years. Feel like I might be getting the bug. Is it possible to get the training and then rent wings until you can afford to buy your own set up?
Awesome, I was just thinking about getting one of these! I reckon I'd feel comfortable getting in the skies after watching this. I found a second hand one on gumtree for 5k, I'm going to pick it up now and give it a shot! Thanks for the advice Mr.
As a pilot myself, I can really appreciate why you like this sport. No hangar required, no license, no medical, not much of anything in the way between you and some wonderful flying experiences. Great video, good, clear instruction. Very well done!
@@jeffburgess9982 i own two fast airplanes. I am free to fly them every day while you're at work. I'm so glad you're envious, though. It makes it even more fun.
@@fbloggs What models, and why would you have 2 "fast planes"? Fast = expensive to operate, which is why I have a Cherokee 180 for normal use and a 320 Skynight for long distance Also, where do you live that you can fly every day? I've never heard of somewhere with weather that allows for GA flying every day
Man, I just stumbled onto this channel a couple of days ago and cannot stop watching your videos. This looks insanely fun and you make it look effortless. Really liked this one explaining the basics.
Looks so fun. I just saw the flying to McDonald’s thumbnail and checked out a lot of your videos. I had to subscribe. This sport looks amazing! You have great videos man keep up the good work. I’m hoping to take some classes at some point. Thanks again for the inspiration
One-day , everyone will fly like you ... There will be a paramotor flying training centre in every city , just like gym ... Bcoz , when the word ' flying' comes , everybody becomes greedy n want to own it . 👌👌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I am a teacher and you are doing an excellent job teaching! I know nothing about paramotors, but your explanation and vocabulary helped me understand more about what you are doing when you fly. Thank you! PS: There is no way in hell I would ever pick up this hobby! I don’t like heights even though I have several pilots in our family. My grandpa always used to take us for rides in his Piper Cub and Fairchild. I grew up in Racine, WI. He flew me up to the EAA museum and brought me back to school once to UW Eau Claire.
I fly paramotor about every flyable day and I have to say that sounds like an epic grandpa. I had no aviation influence in my childhood and after falling in love with flying I truly believe its one of the greatest things you could instill in kids.
As a former sailplane pilot, and basic level instructor, I completely agree. I've only discovered Tucker's channel and the field of paramotoring in the last couple of days (although of course I was aware of what I was calling powered hang-gliders). Don't let his young age fool you, Tucker is a top-notch pilot and teacher. I'm knocking on in years now but I'm really wondering whether I need to find a paramotor course.
Hi Tucker, I enjoy your videos a lot. Being 79 years old and having some bad knees I'll not be getting into this sport but vicariously, I enjoy flying with you. You make it look easy, but I know it's experience built over time.
Go to Flight Junkies channel, he trains those in there 80's.. the age is about using a trike,, or wheels,, instead of your knees. Let these youngsters do this running stuff. You can still enjoy flight, and paramotoring, just do it sitting in a cart! Plenty doable..
I'm a self-taught extreme snow skier. Nobody around in the 80's to teach you how to throw yourself down a snow covered cliff and survive but me and my best friend. We figured it out. Paramotors on the other hand, ya, I'll be most definitely getting proper training.
I bought my 18 wheeler with no school or cdl. I bought my motorcycle without ever riding and no school. Although I feel I could do the same with this, I'm going to get lessons if I decide to purchase a PM. Can your explain your journey learning? Books, UA-cam, friend who was already doing it?
As somebody who loves these videos and at 71 will likely never be able to fly like this I do appreciate the basic understanding you just gave us how the paramotor actually flies and what trimmed out means, how you rise or gain lift and how you turn the wing or rather the reason it works when you tug on the lines, and brakes ... so VERY much appreciated this video because it makes me understand more of what you are doing. Those swoops to land are awesome and must be scary to learn at first! Great channel, always honest and fun to watch ...
I really liked how you explained Jacquelyn’s wing a few months ago. After I graduate from the AviatorPPG class I believe I’ll just get her wing. I’m a little older than you and I’m pretty happy just cruising around looking at the horse farms of Lexington. The spinning around that you did in this video would have me hurling my lunch onto the ground people. LOL. Loved this video Mr. Tucker.
A,B,C are group of lines connecting the wing to the risers. The risers are the straps connecting the lines to the carabiners. The A lines are connected to the front of the wing. The B lines are connected to middle of the wing, the c lines are connected to the middle back. And the brake lines at the trailing edge. Trimming is adjusting the lenght of the risers, so the back of the risers are longer or shorter than the front. It changes the angle of attack, the angle between the wing and the airflow, changing the speed of the wing, and other flight behavior.
These videos have inspired me to finally lose weight, currently sitting around 280. When I hit the one somethings it is on. Keep up the good work Kiddo.
Mark, you have a relative named Kent??? Anyway, you're helping to get my ass in gear to take on this challenge. More power to you. Keep us posted on your progress.
Hey Tucker that was an awesome video, I really enjoyed it! I definitely think you should do the motor video as there are so many different frames and motors on the market and it will be interesting to get your take on why you fly the scout and also why you prefer that motor to say, a Air Inception or the like. Look forward to your next video. Chris.
Hello Tucker, I am impressed with the way you do your videos. I have just retired and am going into the world of power paragliding. Keep up your videos. I am learning so much. Steve
Tucker You are the BESTEST .......No other experienced PPG pilot has at this stage been so POSITIVE for newbe PPG wantobees..........keep up the GOOD work no wonder You are at the TOP!!!!!! always.......VM
Hi Tucker I learned to fly paramotors about the same time as you, with Alex Ledger at Sky School in Spain, but due to work commitments, the weather here in uk and my partner didnt like me doing it, so i gave it up. But started to watch your videos and it got me thinking what i was missing. So i started to make time, My partner has gone, dont worry she dont blame you ..lol.. I think i have seen most of your videos and think there are fantastic. a good refresher for me after not doing it for a while. On a couple of you videos you had landed down wind as you wasnt sure which way the wind was blowing. A little tip.... if i am flying cross country and there is no indications of which way the wind is blowing when i am landing , i carry a small squash ball with a streamer attached, make a pass and drop the streamer to my landing site , indicating which way the wind is blowing , then i make my approach. Keep up the good work
@@Eieieifreakytime69 Take a chill pill! He made a funny joke if you don't like it than don't comment. I mean I laughed at it and I'm getting into paramptoring. I doubt anyone here is offended but you.
Bruh....I guess if you make a lot of money $13k isn't much, but for the average person to go out there and spend $13k on paramotor gear without ever getting professional lessons is pretty stupid hahaha
I liked this and don't pull yourself down, you are teaching on every video whether you are aware of it or not. When you are thirsty for knowledge you watch the videos where you think you are getting the most help and I watch yours so hen I eventually take to the skies your teaching and the schools teaching will combine to make it a lot easier to understand. It is early days in the UK but we have poorer weather to contend with but there you are, at least it is finally here. Keep the videos coming we are watching you !!!
Great basic explanation! Looks like this is the closest way to feel like you're truly flying! No panels in front, your arms are out and wind in your face. The more I watch the more I want to fly. Thanks!!
I am 65, post motorcycle accident via a dog strike, 5 surgeries to my right leg and do good to walk. Love watching your videos and flying with you via UA-cam. Was wondering how they worked, enjoyed your explanation so much. I used to be a pilot and loved to fly and often had flying dreams as if I were flying without a plane, loved those dreams-every once in awhile I still have one. Darn if your flinging videos are not so much like my dreams. If I were younger and had good legs I would have to do that-but flying with you on UA-cam is the next best thing. I enjoy your character as well, you are so thoughtful, considerate and kind-I suspect you have really good parents.😎🤟🇺🇸
Look at all the trouble the Wright brothers went to. Could you imagine the Wrights at Kitty Hawk ready for take off and Tucker zooms by and waves? I thing they would have given up, broken down and cried!
Watched one of your videos 3 years ago and really enjoyed it, which in turn got me into skydiving. I just got my “A License” for skydiving two days ago and now looking at other things to do under canopy. All of the videos I’ve watched from you have been very educational and well put together, even the ones from several years ago! Thank You for sharing your passion and encouraging everyone to stay safe while entering the sport!!!!
Even I learned everything online I still need instructor to teach me before my first flight, thanks so much for sharing...am following your channel now!
Travelled 1200 kms years ago for my first paraglider instruction and the teacher did,nt bother to turn up. Got totally peeved with the whole episode. This vid has me inspired to try again. Thanks Tucker from Tucker
Thank you. I doubt I'll ever take up flying a paramotor but I have seen some of your videos and wondered how the wing is controlled. You've given me the kind of basic overview I wanted. It would have been nice to have been able to have a good, clear view of how the wing's shape changes depending upon your inputs but at least now that looks a lot less like a whole chaotic mess of spaghetti wrapped around a human-being thanks to your overview.
Thanks so much for this. My daughter died on 8 May, 2020. She was only 31. I’ve been working 12 hour shifts, 5 days a week and have lost my passion for everything. I saw your videos and you gave me hope. I have had flight training years ago on a Piper Cherokee. I’ve forgotten most of what I learnt how be truthful. Thank you again for this video and all your videos. I’m trying to do something to give me a passion again for life. 💜
@The Oxxidental Oxx thank you so much. I hope 2023 is good for you also. Life can be so cruel. I know many people have had to deal with terrible things. Let’s hope for all those suffering it gets easier to bear. Hugs! 💜💜💜
True if you´re not in Germany... Here you need a special Flight License + education (containing Meteorology, flight Jurisdiction etc.) to even be allowed to buy one of those. Next thing: You may only start from airports (yet you may land anywhere you like strangely) and like half of the country is no-fly area, especially around Cities and/or inhabited area in general. Oh have I mentioned that you pay a fee for your start permit from an airport? So yeah... poor germans
I am a pilot fix wing and your teaching is great. I understand everything you explained and now I want a paramotor. simple and free setting in that flying chair and safe and affordable. great for fair weather flying.
dude i learned so much from this video. i live in colorado and cant wait to see the mountains paragliding. seems like a sport not too many people do here and will be nice to beat the crowds!!!
I started on a PG two years ago and just bought a Top 80 for it. So I've watched a ton of PPG over the last several months. I haven't seen the take-off demonstrated as well as this video. Excellent instruction/description but the way the videography was done really helps pull it all together into the most understandable demo. Thanks.
I've never done this - but I've also never failed to stop and watch whenever a paramotor flies over. It always amazes me. THANKS for the simple "How It Works" video. I found it really informative.
Tucker, I've got 10K plus skydives. Your videos are making me want more air time. I do tandem and AFF instruction which pays well. For fun, I jump a PD Velocity 96 cross braced canopy. Dude, you got me thinking... Skydivers spend so much time preparing for each jump that last 3 or 4 minutes. Freefalling is really cool. I have over 90 hours of freefall time. The landings are the cherry on the sundae when you come swooping in! I'd like to get into soaring but that might be a bit too expensive I'm a working class guy, married with kids. Hang gliding would be cool too but a bit more involved to master. I know since I had taken a few lessons a while back. I also soloed an ultralight. My weekends have been dedicated to skydiving since I was 16 years old. I have seen the paragliders and never got very excited watching them. The noise always seemed a bit much. I will keep watching and look into instruction. Maybe this might be something for me in the near future. Blue ones!
Thanks I’m a broken down old man. Only one are working at 100%. Not thinking about taking up the sport but I watch all of your videos. You really helped me better understand the basics operation which was a total blank for me. Keep having fun and be safe.
I'm on the cusp of taking training, all your instructionals are much appreciated ! Especially like the crash dissection: what the pilot did wrong, and explain how he could have (maybe) recovered. Please do another ! We can't get too much of this stuff! Have a safe and Happy 2020!
Tucker: Alright, so up next we have the break toggles. * shows most beautiful cloudscape of all time like heaven on earth * Me: Wait, what am I supposed to be looking at? 5:08
I dont have a paramotor but this video helped alot!! I now feel alot more informed on the basics and unbeknownst to you this made me feel way more comfortable to get into the sport!
That was really interesting! It might be cool to do a sort of beginning to fly video, maybe cover some of the paramotor training schools, and look at good beginner equipment for getting into the sport.
This "Basic Training" was another awesome video of yours. So, this coming summer, a friend and I are planning on taking a paramotor flight course. It is a week long, 8 hours each day and includes flights using their equipment. Part of the reason I think it's good to see these "basic training" videos, is it will help during the course because I will know what to ask when it comes time. I've always had a drive to fly, but it is very expensive to do so. Your videos made me totally want to pick this sport. I love that even watching other people's videos, they will mention you and always with total respect.
A little bit older of his videos but a very informative video -- I know there are several terms that I had some confusion on and this helped although still not clear on tip steering. Anyway this all looks very fun and interesting and thinking of getting into this in 2022 or worst case 2023. I don't see many paramotors over my area in central PA but I do remember one time somebody in a paramotor trike passed right over my house at 50 ft or so and it surprised me but it looks like such a fun thing as I watched them crank up the motor and head off west. I do see people flying occasionally when heading up and down the interstate for work. I never thought too much about getting into it due to cost and time constraints but I've pumped up my income recently so that isn't a problem and I'm sure I can work the time angle until I am semi-retired in 2 or 3 years.
ok, so I've always loved flying. Used to cut class in high school to go flying. Been working for AmericanAirlines for 33 yrs and just checked out one of your videos and thought 'how does he control the throttle'....so, THANKS so much for putting this video up. Perfect. You BETTER be having a blast tooling around.
On a skydiving parachute, if you turn using the rear risers (sounds like your inner break line is effectively doing the same job) we'd call that a "flat turn", vice a "toggle turn", which is just effecting the rear tip of the wing. It's good for making a turn without losing altitude. It's also less aggressive.
Excellent video, excellent commentation, and somebody who really enjoys what they're doing. I have a private pilot's license and have them flown in 35 years. You have convinced me I need to try this!! What a beautiful way to fly.
Boring. I already know everything. :) J/K. Awesome video. I don't mind you "teaching"/informing at all. You continue to impress me with your flying and video production skills. You totally send it in all you do dude. :) Still waiting on your big reveal. "Tuckers Flying School?" Nah...
You must have dropped this video in response to Captain Kurt! He was bashing you saying your videos don't teach us anything. It was actually pretty entertaining to watch. Kinda like a train wreck.
Keep it up Tucker. I hear nothing but good stuff about you. In my Paramotors for Beginners group on Facebook someone posted a question about why Kurt was giving you crap. Nothing but positive responses about you buddy. Whether you realize it or not you are inspiring lots of folks to get in to the sport.....Including me. Again, keep it up.
Tucker you inspire so many people to take up this amazing sport & this video is definitely one I shall keep coming back to, a more in-depth demonstration of the whole Harness/ risers/ brakes set up would be good ( Not boring) essential info for those of us who want to learn to fly safely ! Also your van life vids with Jaclyn are super cool & she is a gem, it’s always great to see you fly together !
I watched a LOT of your videos, this one, even though it was simple made my wife feel better about me even looking at this hobby. So thanks for the basics
I appreciate your effort, but I was lost almost immediately. You talked about tips and something else and A,B, and C, which I think must be different parts of your wing. It would have helped if I could have asked questions, and before we even started flying, it would have been good to study a diagram with all the different parts relevant to controlling the paramotor. I think you kind of take the vocabulary and how the parts work for granted. The 4 or so interruptions for ads also didn't help. Reading through the comments, it's obvious some people got a lot more from this than I did, and that's good. Perhaps if I studied up some and then re-watched the video, I'd get more out of it, too. So again, thanks for the effort.
definitely you would. Lots of 'us' are pilots and the like who have a decent grasp of aerodynamics ...in my case years of flight sim and self ed, lol. ull get it with a bit more investigation
so.... loving what you do and seeing how easy you make it look, very methodical and controlled, i decided i needed to see the other side of the coin and watched PPG crashes. WOW, i think it was a refreshing dose of reality of what can happen. Its great to see and hear how you assess conditions and very practised approach you follow. I think its important though that would-be PPGs should watch the fails as much as the successes, if, like me, its on the list of things to do in life. What i learned from it is, good trusted tuition, education and gear and not to rush be anything
As a CFI your instructional tutorial was really good. Especially the comparison with shallow turns vs steep turns and coordinating the turns. Now I just need a setup. 😎
Tucker ,I believe you would be a great trainer ! no bs! I also admire your squirrel type attention span when flying. It cracks me up every time ! Please never loose that... KTW.
Don't forget to release the A's after the wing is up on takeoff. I forgot and ran all the way to the end of the field before remembering and I popped of the ground but it was close.
It’s so cool. I watched this before I started flying and now again after flying. It’s so different in theory and actually being up in the air. Great vid
When I first started being interested in power motor I used to watch lots of your videos they got me more interested in this amazing sport....stay blessed peace from the uk
Great simple lesson.Not that complicated to fly.The seat of the pants feel and weight shift with control line input are what take the most time to master.
As someone whos taken ground school and the beginnings of pilot training, this entire video made perfect sense. Can't wait to finally save the money to get out there!
I have taken two discovery flights, now I am here watching paramotors. This looks so freeing! Thanks for the intro guide, I was surprised it had a trim too, and now I'm even more interested!. Thanks for the video/teaching intro!
Hey Tucker. Thanks for the tutorial. I am older guy that's probably going through a mid life crisis, lol.... only kidding. I have been binging on your videos and I am extremely interested in paramotoring. Since I started watching I've been wondering what "trimming out" meant, now I finally know. This was a great overview of the basics. I finally subscribed after all the binging and hope to get involved in the sport. I appreciate the fact that you are very genuine and seem to be very mature for your age. You are a great ambassador for the sport. I live in the southwest and can probably fly all year round, we do have schools out here that I am going to check out. Keep doing what you're doing, you're very much appreciated and you have increased interest in this amazing sport. Thanks again, be safe and stay healthy.
Thank you Tucker for very good information for me. I bought a set up and getting ready to take training as soon as my jobsite allows for it. I love your videos. You have a calm, friendly, and encouraging way about you. Great personality. I already have hang glided about 20 times so far so I'm looking forward to this new adventure. Keep up the great videos.
My son (5 Y and 8 m old) wants to see you flying before he goes to bed. He got up this morning and built a paramotor with legos and the wrapping paper of Easter eggs...He said he wants to fly like you! Cheers from Italy
I'm so glad you put this out. I am trying to learn everything I can to get started. I almost enrolled in a school last week but found out some very bad things about the owners at the last minute. I have so many questions, but mainly picking the right ppm for me is difficult. Thanks
that was great i havent flowen one yet i have flowen a cesna 175 that was fun and the way u show how to fly is great learning skills cant wait to watch more thanks
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I hope you do make a video on your equipment. I have no idea what to get. Give me a heads up. I'm a beginner at 175lb I'm 48 years old and I don't want to do any crazy tricks. Just a good solid motor and wing. Quiet would be nice. I'm kinda wanting a quad not sure yet. Thanks so much for your videos your a great teacher and no way will I try this without professional training.
I'm a non flyer but have been watching your videos for a couple years. Feel like I might be getting the bug. Is it possible to get the training and then rent wings until you can afford to buy your own set up?
Awesome, I was just thinking about getting one of these!
I reckon I'd feel comfortable getting in the skies after watching this.
I found a second hand one on gumtree for 5k, I'm going to pick it up now and give it a shot! Thanks for the advice Mr.
I WOULD LOVE TOO, BUT IT IS WAY OUT OF MY BUDGET
Tucker Gott big fan of the sport and your videos. Can you do a price break down video? Training cost, entry level equipment cost, etc.
As a pilot myself, I can really appreciate why you like this sport. No hangar required, no license, no medical, not much of anything in the way between you and some wonderful flying experiences. Great video, good, clear instruction. Very well done!
You're no pilot Jeremy who you trying to kid lol
@@jeffburgess9982 i own two fast airplanes. I am free to fly them every day while you're at work. I'm so glad you're envious, though. It makes it even more fun.
@@jeffburgess9982 He literally has videos of him flying on his channel lmao are you dumb or stupid
@@fbloggs What models, and why would you have 2 "fast planes"? Fast = expensive to operate, which is why I have a Cherokee 180 for normal use and a 320 Skynight for long distance
Also, where do you live that you can fly every day? I've never heard of somewhere with weather that allows for GA flying every day
Karen alert📢
Man, I just stumbled onto this channel a couple of days ago and cannot stop watching your videos. This looks insanely fun and you make it look effortless. Really liked this one explaining the basics.
be careful it is far from effortless. Watch some of the other flyers and their fails. TG is a natural with talent far beyond most other flyers
Looks so fun. I just saw the flying to McDonald’s thumbnail and checked out a lot of your videos. I had to subscribe. This sport looks amazing! You have great videos man keep up the good work. I’m hoping to take some classes at some point. Thanks again for the inspiration
Same here I also came because of that video and now I want a paramotor! Am glad I found him when I did ^^
Same here
Now I'm thinking of buying this instead of a car.
basically same but instead of a car I would buy it instead of a motorcycle :D
One-day , everyone will fly like you ... There will be a paramotor flying training centre in every city , just like gym ... Bcoz , when the word ' flying' comes , everybody becomes greedy n want to own it . 👌👌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@@DrHridoyWhatilearnToday just like driving was once a reserve for the rich. I agree. 🙂
It’s either driving an ordinary car, like everyone else, or freaking FLYING
No traffic
I am a teacher and you are doing an excellent job teaching! I know nothing about paramotors, but your explanation and vocabulary helped me understand more about what you are doing when you fly. Thank you! PS: There is no way in hell I would ever pick up this hobby! I don’t like heights even though I have several pilots in our family. My grandpa always used to take us for rides in his Piper Cub and Fairchild. I grew up in Racine, WI. He flew me up to the EAA museum and brought me back to school once to UW Eau Claire.
I fly paramotor about every flyable day and I have to say that sounds like an epic grandpa. I had no aviation influence in my childhood and after falling in love with flying I truly believe its one of the greatest things you could instill in kids.
xephonism Where can I get one? I have looked everywhere
As a former sailplane pilot, and basic level instructor, I completely agree. I've only discovered Tucker's channel and the field of paramotoring in the last couple of days (although of course I was aware of what I was calling powered hang-gliders). Don't let his young age fool you, Tucker is a top-notch pilot and teacher. I'm knocking on in years now but I'm really wondering whether I need to find a paramotor course.
Do it @@DaveKahn :)
@@Metaphoria_Music :-)
Hi Tucker, I enjoy your videos a lot. Being 79 years old and having some bad knees I'll not be getting into this sport but vicariously, I enjoy flying with you. You make it look easy, but I know it's experience built over time.
Go to Flight Junkies channel, he trains those in there 80's.. the age is about using a trike,, or wheels,, instead of your knees. Let these youngsters do this running stuff. You can still enjoy flight, and paramotoring, just do it sitting in a cart! Plenty doable..
Guilty of self-taught..Im still alive....Awesome man...good stuff
I'm a self-taught extreme snow skier. Nobody around in the 80's to teach you how to throw yourself down a snow covered cliff and survive but me and my best friend. We figured it out. Paramotors on the other hand, ya, I'll be most definitely getting proper training.
I bought my 18 wheeler with no school or cdl. I bought my motorcycle without ever riding and no school. Although I feel I could do the same with this, I'm going to get lessons if I decide to purchase a PM.
Can your explain your journey learning? Books, UA-cam, friend who was already doing it?
Summit dave my too
I am eighty two.done a few things in my life.but boy I wished I'd gave this sport a try
@@michaelrankine1825 Never too late to start. You can still try and give it a shot!!
As somebody who loves these videos and at 71 will likely never be able to fly like this I do appreciate the basic understanding you just gave us how the paramotor actually flies and what trimmed out means, how you rise or gain lift and how you turn the wing or rather the reason it works when you tug on the lines, and brakes ... so VERY much appreciated this video because it makes me understand more of what you are doing. Those swoops to land are awesome and must be scary to learn at first! Great channel, always honest and fun to watch ...
Noone says you can't!
I really liked how you explained Jacquelyn’s wing a few months ago. After I graduate from the AviatorPPG class I believe I’ll just get her wing. I’m a little older than you and I’m pretty happy just cruising around looking at the horse farms of Lexington. The spinning around that you did in this video would have me hurling my lunch onto the ground people. LOL. Loved this video Mr. Tucker.
TriplePlay it’s called:
Intentionally collapsing the wing!! - ozone mojo review
This is your captain speaking if you feel the need to vomit. Do so at your leisure over your enemies house.... BOMBS AWAY!!!!!!. Lol
A,B,C are group of lines connecting the wing to the risers. The risers are the straps connecting the lines to the carabiners.
The A lines are connected to the front of the wing. The B lines are connected to middle of the wing, the c lines are connected to the middle back. And the brake lines at the trailing edge.
Trimming is adjusting the lenght of the risers, so the back of the risers are longer or shorter than the front. It changes the angle of attack, the angle between the wing and the airflow, changing the speed of the wing, and other flight behavior.
These videos have inspired me to finally lose weight, currently sitting around 280. When I hit the one somethings it is on. Keep up the good work Kiddo.
Mark...I've got 10lbs to go, lost 50 so far, also aerobic exercise. Only concern is age, I'm 70yrs, but if I can do it you can, and vice versa
Mark, you have a relative named Kent??? Anyway, you're helping to get my ass in gear to take on this challenge. More power to you. Keep us posted on your progress.
You too S. Smith
Did you do it?
Mark Blankenship Keto Diet and exercise. Guaranteed to lose weight.👍
I’d like to see a video breaking down what wings are good for what things and what motors are good for what flying styles
Hey Tucker that was an awesome video, I really enjoyed it! I definitely think you should do the motor video as there are so many different frames and motors on the market and it will be interesting to get your take on why you fly the scout and also why you prefer that motor to say, a Air Inception or the like. Look forward to your next video. Chris.
Yea please do the different motor and frame episodes 😊😊
Hello Tucker,
I am impressed with the way you do your videos.
I have just retired and am going into the world of power paragliding.
Keep up your videos. I am learning so much.
Steve
Droidmaster1 you might aswell start recording it because why not
Tucker You are the BESTEST .......No other experienced PPG pilot has at this stage been so POSITIVE for newbe PPG wantobees..........keep up the GOOD work no wonder You are at the TOP!!!!!! always.......VM
Hi Tucker
I learned to fly paramotors about the same time as you, with Alex Ledger at Sky School in Spain, but due to work commitments, the weather here in uk and my partner didnt like me doing it, so i gave it up.
But started to watch your videos and it got me thinking what i was missing.
So i started to make time, My partner has gone, dont worry she dont blame you ..lol..
I think i have seen most of your videos and think there are fantastic. a good refresher for me after not doing it for a while.
On a couple of you videos you had landed down wind as you wasnt sure which way the wind was blowing.
A little tip.... if i am flying cross country and there is no indications of which way the wind is blowing when i am landing , i carry a small squash ball with a streamer attached, make a pass and drop the streamer to my landing site , indicating which way the wind is blowing , then i make my approach.
Keep up the good work
“Just the tip"
@Jeff Z how the fuck
@AlaskaLive It's blm doe
She says that
@@Eieieifreakytime69 Take a chill pill! He made a funny joke if you don't like it than don't comment. I mean I laughed at it and I'm getting into paramptoring. I doubt anyone here is offended but you.
As a former light and ultralight pilot, I have been wanting to see a video like this for a long time. Thanks for making it.
I failed at the first step...
*Buy/afford a paramotor*
and I at the second step...seeking professional instruction.
YankeeinSC1 You're telling me that you went out to spend several grand on a paramotor and wing without ever having had professional instruction?
guilty...
to be fair it was about $13K USD in gear, but new gear is better to learn on. Old worn out wings make learning harder.
Bruh....I guess if you make a lot of money $13k isn't much, but for the average person to go out there and spend $13k on paramotor gear without ever getting professional lessons is pretty stupid hahaha
I liked this and don't pull yourself down, you are teaching on every video whether you are aware of it or not. When you are thirsty for knowledge you watch the videos where you think you are getting the most help and I watch yours so hen I eventually take to the skies your teaching and the schools teaching will combine to make it a lot easier to understand. It is early days in the UK but we have poorer weather to contend with but there you are, at least it is finally here. Keep the videos coming we are watching you !!!
Great basic explanation! Looks like this is the closest way to feel like you're truly flying! No panels in front, your arms are out and wind in your face. The more I watch the more I want to fly. Thanks!!
I am 65, post motorcycle accident via a dog strike, 5 surgeries to my right leg and do good to walk. Love watching your videos and flying with you via UA-cam. Was wondering how they worked, enjoyed your explanation so much. I used to be a pilot and loved to fly and often had flying dreams as if I were flying without a plane, loved those dreams-every once in awhile I still have one. Darn if your flinging videos are not so much like my dreams. If I were younger and had good legs I would have to do that-but flying with you on UA-cam is the next best thing. I enjoy your character as well, you are so thoughtful, considerate and kind-I suspect you have really good parents.😎🤟🇺🇸
Paramotor seems to be more like the early control the right brothers used, wing warping. I find that pretty cool.
Look at all the trouble the Wright brothers went to. Could you imagine the Wrights at Kitty Hawk ready for take off and Tucker zooms by and waves?
I thing they would have given up, broken down and cried!
Thanks for doing this vid on the basics. I now know about 500% more about paramotoring than I did 20 mins ago.
Loving the tutorials, planning on taking lessons this summer. Extra knowledge is good
Watched one of your videos 3 years ago and really enjoyed it, which in turn got me into skydiving. I just got my “A License” for skydiving two days ago and now looking at other things to do under canopy. All of the videos I’ve watched from you have been very educational and well put together, even the ones from several years ago! Thank You for sharing your passion and encouraging everyone to stay safe while entering the sport!!!!
Even I learned everything online I still need instructor to teach me before my first flight, thanks so much for sharing...am following your channel now!
Travelled 1200 kms years ago for my first paraglider instruction and the teacher did,nt bother to turn up. Got totally peeved with the whole episode. This vid has me inspired to try again. Thanks Tucker from Tucker
Thank you. I doubt I'll ever take up flying a paramotor but I have seen some of your videos and wondered how the wing is controlled. You've given me the kind of basic overview I wanted. It would have been nice to have been able to have a good, clear view of how the wing's shape changes depending upon your inputs but at least now that looks a lot less like a whole chaotic mess of spaghetti wrapped around a human-being thanks to your overview.
Thanks so much for this. My daughter died on 8 May, 2020. She was only 31. I’ve been working 12 hour shifts, 5 days a week and have lost my passion for everything. I saw your videos and you gave me hope. I have had flight training years ago on a Piper Cherokee. I’ve forgotten most of what I learnt how be truthful. Thank you again for this video and all your videos.
I’m trying to do something to give me a passion again for life.
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@The Oxxidental Oxx thank you so much. I hope 2023 is good for you also. Life can be so cruel. I know many people have had to deal with terrible things. Let’s hope for all those suffering it gets easier to bear. Hugs! 💜💜💜
@The Oxxidental Oxx sorry you’re dealing with health issues. Thank you so much! 💜
You gotta admit it. The little bugger knows what hes doing. This seems to be the easiest way to fly and you can take it ANYWHERE. Very informative.
True if you´re not in Germany... Here you need a special Flight License + education (containing Meteorology, flight Jurisdiction etc.) to even be allowed to buy one of those. Next thing: You may only start from airports (yet you may land anywhere you like strangely) and like half of the country is no-fly area, especially around Cities and/or inhabited area in general. Oh have I mentioned that you pay a fee for your start permit from an airport? So yeah... poor germans
@@crtvben3714 That really sucks. Government is a poison.
My Drone is safer 👍
I am a pilot fix wing and your teaching is great. I understand everything you explained and now I want a paramotor. simple and free setting in that flying chair and safe and affordable. great for fair weather flying.
YES PLEASE MAKE MOTOR VIDEOS
dude i learned so much from this video. i live in colorado and cant wait to see the mountains paragliding. seems like a sport not too many people do here and will be nice to beat the crowds!!!
Good job Tucker! Makes me want to learn to fly. All I need now is money.
I started on a PG two years ago and just bought a Top 80 for it. So I've watched a ton of PPG over the last several months. I haven't seen the take-off demonstrated as well as this video. Excellent instruction/description but the way the videography was done really helps pull it all together into the most understandable demo. Thanks.
2:34 when you eat Taco Bell
Truth! 😂
@@TuckerGott Great videos man. I wish I had something like this near me. I'd definitely sign up. Subbed!
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Omg 😂
I've never done this - but I've also never failed to stop and watch whenever a paramotor flies over. It always amazes me. THANKS for the simple "How It Works" video. I found it really informative.
"simply, is that a word, yeah simply that's an orange juice"😅
I like when you sprinkle in basic paramotor stuff or videos about your paramotor. Keep it up fun stuff!
This video came in my suggested feed, glad I watched it. Really entertaining and I look forward to seeing your new stuff.
Tucker, I've got 10K plus skydives. Your videos are making me want more air time. I do tandem and AFF instruction which pays well. For fun, I jump a PD Velocity 96 cross braced canopy. Dude, you got me thinking... Skydivers spend so much time preparing for each jump that last 3 or 4 minutes. Freefalling is really cool. I have over 90 hours of freefall time. The landings are the cherry on the sundae when you come swooping in! I'd like to get into soaring but that might be a bit too expensive I'm a working class guy, married with kids. Hang gliding would be cool too but a bit more involved to master. I know since I had taken a few lessons a while back. I also soloed an ultralight. My weekends have been dedicated to skydiving since I was 16 years old. I have seen the paragliders and never got very excited watching them. The noise always seemed a bit much. I will keep watching and look into instruction. Maybe this might be something for me in the near future. Blue ones!
It just works
Justin Y. I found you again?
why
Shit he's here too.
Must be the algorith that sent me here.
Flex tape makes it work even more
Yo are again
Thanks I’m a broken down old man. Only one are working at 100%. Not thinking about taking up the sport but I watch all of your videos. You really helped me better understand the basics operation which was a total blank for me. Keep having fun and be safe.
I’ll probably never do it, but this was very, very interesting!
I'm on the cusp of taking training, all your instructionals are much appreciated ! Especially like the crash dissection: what the pilot did wrong, and explain how he could have (maybe) recovered. Please do another ! We can't get too much of this stuff! Have a safe and Happy 2020!
Tucker: Alright, so up next we have the break toggles. * shows most beautiful cloudscape of all time like heaven on earth *
Me: Wait, what am I supposed to be looking at?
5:08
I dont have a paramotor but this video helped alot!! I now feel alot more informed on the basics and unbeknownst to you this made me feel way more comfortable to get into the sport!
That was really interesting! It might be cool to do a sort of beginning to fly video, maybe cover some of the paramotor training schools, and look at good beginner equipment for getting into the sport.
Can I guess? One would be the name of a computer and the other a term for a pilot
This "Basic Training" was another awesome video of yours.
So, this coming summer, a friend and I are planning on taking a paramotor flight course. It is a week long, 8 hours each day and includes flights using their equipment. Part of the reason I think it's good to see these "basic training" videos, is it will help during the course because I will know what to ask when it comes time.
I've always had a drive to fly, but it is very expensive to do so. Your videos made me totally want to pick this sport. I love that even watching other people's videos, they will mention you and always with total respect.
flying by paramotor is amazing
A little bit older of his videos but a very informative video -- I know there are several terms that I had some confusion on and this helped although still not clear on tip steering. Anyway this all looks very fun and interesting and thinking of getting into this in 2022 or worst case 2023. I don't see many paramotors over my area in central PA but I do remember one time somebody in a paramotor trike passed right over my house at 50 ft or so and it surprised me but it looks like such a fun thing as I watched them crank up the motor and head off west. I do see people flying occasionally when heading up and down the interstate for work. I never thought too much about getting into it due to cost and time constraints but I've pumped up my income recently so that isn't a problem and I'm sure I can work the time angle until I am semi-retired in 2 or 3 years.
I really enjoy your videos dude. Keep it going!
ok, so I've always loved flying. Used to cut class in high school to go flying. Been working for AmericanAirlines for 33 yrs and just checked out one of your videos and thought 'how does he control the throttle'....so, THANKS so much for putting this video up. Perfect. You BETTER be having a blast tooling around.
Good info, I was wondering the same things. Thanks.
I only just learnt that paramotors even exist. So inspired! Please make more introductory stuff. Thanks!
700K subs!! keep up the great, authentic content Tucker :)
Shadilay!
On a skydiving parachute, if you turn using the rear risers (sounds like your inner break line is effectively doing the same job) we'd call that a "flat turn", vice a "toggle turn", which is just effecting the rear tip of the wing. It's good for making a turn without losing altitude. It's also less aggressive.
Ayyy I’m early love the vids keep up the great work
Excellent video, excellent commentation, and somebody who really enjoys what they're doing. I have a private pilot's license and have them flown in 35 years. You have convinced me I need to try this!! What a beautiful way to fly.
I think it is my biggest dream to fly with that thing
I never even heard of a paramotor before. That looked like a lot of fun and you made me smile, which I needed big time, so thanks :D
Boring. I already know everything. :) J/K. Awesome video. I don't mind you "teaching"/informing at all. You continue to impress me with your flying and video production skills. You totally send it in all you do dude. :) Still waiting on your big reveal. "Tuckers Flying School?" Nah...
I reserve "SendItJunkie #1" just in case. :)
This comment is just proof that you can't make everybody happy all of the time. Thanks for your input
Awesome video! This for me only reinforces the need for formal instruction. It's way more complex than I imagined.
You must have dropped this video in response to Captain Kurt! He was bashing you saying your videos don't teach us anything. It was actually pretty entertaining to watch. Kinda like a train wreck.
This was most definitely not a response. 🤣
Tucker Gott But your timing was perfect! I actually learned something. Didn’t know about pulling both brakes in a turn to tighten it. Thanks for that!
Keep it up Tucker. I hear nothing but good stuff about you. In my Paramotors for Beginners group on Facebook someone posted a question about why Kurt was giving you crap. Nothing but positive responses about you buddy. Whether you realize it or not you are inspiring lots of folks to get in to the sport.....Including me. Again, keep it up.
I agree, keep it up!
Beyond train wreck. He didn't even have the balls to call out anyone by name and now all comments are disabled on his videos--total puss move...
Tucker you inspire so many people to take up this amazing sport & this video is definitely one I shall keep coming back to, a more in-depth demonstration of the whole Harness/ risers/ brakes set up would be good ( Not boring) essential info for those of us who want to learn to fly safely ! Also your van life vids with Jaclyn are super cool & she is a gem, it’s always great to see you fly together !
Do interviews dude! I've considered that myself, but there is no one around me to interview, ha ha!
Kyle you too have a great load of UA-cam videos and had different motors not to mention that you have built a frame thanks for your input 😊😊
Waiting for another weather video Kyle O. Reading the clouds, etc...
Those harvest snaps are no joke the best. Thanks for the great content!
9:41 Germanaaay in da house braaa! My country ;D
This chap IS a good teacher! Mature beyond his years as far as responsible behaviour is concerned. Thumbs up from me!
If this doesn't require a license I will fly this to high school.
It doesn’t
As you should
I watched a LOT of your videos, this one, even though it was simple made my wife feel better about me even looking at this hobby. So thanks for the basics
How much can someone expect to pay for lessons
Clay Guinard anywhere from 1000-3000. Sometimes a bit more if your getting quality all inclusive training.
The videos about why pilots choose and fly their wings and motors is a great idea. Please. Keep up the good videos man.
I appreciate your effort, but I was lost almost immediately. You talked about tips and something else and A,B, and C, which I think must be different parts of your wing. It would have helped if I could have asked questions, and before we even started flying, it would have been good to study a diagram with all the different parts relevant to controlling the paramotor. I think you kind of take the vocabulary and how the parts work for granted. The 4 or so interruptions for ads also didn't help. Reading through the comments, it's obvious some people got a lot more from this than I did, and that's good. Perhaps if I studied up some and then re-watched the video, I'd get more out of it, too. So again, thanks for the effort.
definitely you would. Lots of 'us' are pilots and the like who have a decent grasp of aerodynamics ...in my case years of flight sim and self ed, lol. ull get it with a bit more investigation
so.... loving what you do and seeing how easy you make it look, very methodical and controlled, i decided i needed to see the other side of the coin and watched PPG crashes. WOW, i think it was a refreshing dose of reality of what can happen. Its great to see and hear how you assess conditions and very practised approach you follow. I think its important though that would-be PPGs should watch the fails as much as the successes, if, like me, its on the list of things to do in life. What i learned from it is, good trusted tuition, education and gear and not to rush be anything
Damn that's a nice house.. keeps talking lol
Wanted to do this for a few year's . Watching from Ireland. Thank you for sharing.
Be watching all your videos before I buy one,you've inspired me too buy one, keep up the great videos
As a CFI your instructional tutorial was really good. Especially the comparison with shallow turns vs steep turns and coordinating the turns. Now I just need a setup. 😎
I no not fly but enjoy your videos. This video helped me understand when you talk about your trim, speed bars etc.. Thanks.
The way he explained makes it looks so fun and easy !!!!!! Wow
Tucker ,I believe you would be a great trainer ! no bs! I also admire your squirrel type attention span when flying. It cracks me up every time ! Please never loose that... KTW.
Don't forget to release the A's after the wing is up on takeoff. I forgot and ran all the way to the end of the field before remembering and I popped of the ground but it was close.
It’s so cool. I watched this before I started flying and now again after flying. It’s so different in theory and actually being up in the air. Great vid
When I first started being interested in power motor I used to watch lots of your videos they got me more interested in this amazing sport....stay blessed peace from the uk
Currently in the military until 2021. I cannot wait to learn to do this, like it physically hurts knowing I've gotta wait a year to do it!
That was a really great advanced intro to flight control.
Great simple lesson.Not that complicated to fly.The seat of the pants feel and weight shift with control line input are what take the most time to master.
Thank you for the basics not started to learn yet but it is nice to have an insight to what you do and how to do it best wishes from Scotland
Thanks for the basic instructions. The more videos I watch of you the more I want to do this!! :)
As someone whos taken ground school and the beginnings of pilot training, this entire video made perfect sense. Can't wait to finally save the money to get out there!
I have taken two discovery flights, now I am here watching paramotors. This looks so freeing! Thanks for the intro guide, I was surprised it had a trim too, and now I'm even more interested!. Thanks for the video/teaching intro!
Hey Tucker. Thanks for the tutorial. I am older guy that's probably going through a mid life crisis, lol.... only kidding. I have been binging on your videos and I am extremely interested in paramotoring. Since I started watching I've been wondering what "trimming out" meant, now I finally know. This was a great overview of the basics. I finally subscribed after all the binging and hope to get involved in the sport. I appreciate the fact that you are very genuine and seem to be very mature for your age. You are a great ambassador for the sport. I live in the southwest and can probably fly all year round, we do have schools out here that I am going to check out. Keep doing what you're doing, you're very much appreciated and you have increased interest in this amazing sport. Thanks again, be safe and stay healthy.
Thank you Tucker for very good information for me. I bought a set up and getting ready to take training as soon as my jobsite allows for it. I love your videos. You have a calm, friendly, and encouraging way about you. Great personality. I already have hang glided about 20 times so far so I'm looking forward to this new adventure. Keep up the great videos.
My son (5 Y and 8 m old) wants to see you flying before he goes to bed. He got up this morning and built a paramotor with legos and the wrapping paper of Easter eggs...He said he wants to fly like you! Cheers from Italy
I'm so glad you put this out. I am trying to learn everything I can to get started. I almost enrolled in a school last week but found out some very bad things about the owners at the last minute. I have so many questions, but mainly picking the right ppm for me is difficult. Thanks
that was great i havent flowen one yet i have flowen a cesna 175 that was fun and the way u show how to fly is great learning skills cant wait to watch more thanks
You explained it very well. It certainly is much harder to do than it looks. Great video.
You are a good teacher. Keep improving bro. I will start my PPG course in May 2022.