I struggled when trying to decide whether or not to spend the money on a floatation device for my paramotor. When I learned that the number one killer of paramotorists is drowning, I decided that even on the off chance that it would ever be used, it was well worth the roughly $300 investment. I ended up purchasing the 2besure Powerfloat system from Paratoys.com.
I flew around water quite a bit prior to installing the floats. Because of this, I had practiced in my head over and over how I would react if I did somehow end up in the water. I told myself that I would be calm, unbuckle my legs and chest and get away from my unit. After installing the Powerfloats, one day I was flying low over a lake. Unfortunately, I got distracted for one second. That was all it took. The next thing I knew I was crashing into the water. All the practicing in my head went out the window. Fortunately for me I had the flotation device installed. I don’t know what would have happened if I had not, but at the very least I would have lost $7K in equipment, but probably my life as well. Instead, I floated comfortably in my unit until help arrived. The Powerfloats were the best investment I ever made, and I will never fly without them again.
Ryan P. Irwin
Just wanted to thank you for one of the most exhilarating and fun experiences of my life! Paragliding is a marvelous sport and I had a great time taking the lessons with you. I feel that I have found the “hobby of a life time” and made a personnel friend too. Thanks for being so patient and supportive!
