Make Paraglider Kiting Fun… AGAIN!

Remember how exciting it was to kite your Glider for the first time? We’ve all had that “ah-ha! moment” when the glider finally starts doing exactly what we want it to! There’s also nothing like opening up a brand new glider and kiting it for the first time.

The next time the winds aren’t optimal, consider practicing your ground handling skills. Try sitting on the ground and kite (like Mike Robinson pictured above) and see if you can keep the glider hovering a few feet above the ground. Or, try it one-handed (like our Instructor Joe Cruz in the picture above). You can always organize a friendly “kiting war” competition (like we did at Salton Sea in the picture above) or design a “kiting obstacle course” to make it interesting! For many of our Pilots, kiting is like a form of meditation in a way – as it keeps us in the present moment.

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Paramotor Kiting Harness Review!

NOTE: The gun used in this video was not loaded and has no clip in it. Always check with your Paramotor Dealer or Powered Paragliding Instructor prior to kiting any Paraglider.

About BlackHawk Paramotor Kiting Harnesses: Paramotor Kiting Harnesses are one of the most recommended accessories for pilots to have. There are many different types of Kiting Harnesses on the market to choose from. BlackHawk’s Delux Kiting Harnesses are manufactured from the highest-quality materials, to exacting standards. We want to make sure your Kiting Harness lasts a lifetime. These harnesses were designed with comfort and functionality in mind. We have added additional padding (compared to most other harnesses on the market) where you need it the most – in the shoulder and leg straps. This will allow you to “kite” your glider for many hours in a comfortable and safe way. Weather you have purchased a Powered Paraglider or not, there are many reasons to have a Kiting Harness:

Why You Should Have a Kiting Harness: If you are one of the many people “saving up” to get into the sport of Powered Paragliding, you can get a head start on your skills NOW. We offer many instructional tools like DVD’s and The Powered Paragliding Bible to help guide beginners through their first steps. This does NOT replace the value of having a Certified Instructor work with you on your kiting skills, however, you can familiarize yourself with the controls and behavior of your glider prior to meeting your Instructor. If this is of interest to you, please contact BlackHawk and speak with a Powered Paragliding Expert. We can recommend the perfect Paraglider to suit your personal needs and send it to you with a Kiting Harness. This way, you can get closer to realizing your dream of personal flight!

Paragliding and Powered Paragliding are “perishable skills.” This means if you are not regularly practicing, you can get a little rusty on your skills and reaction time. Sometimes poor weather conditions or even a busy lifestyle can prevent pilots from flying for months at a time. We can’t stress how important is is to keep your ground-handling skills up-to-par. This isn’t just for personal safety… It can prevent you from having a failed launch or hard landing and damaging your Powered Paragliding equipment.

MANY pilots purchase a new type of Paraglider and start flying it right away. Every Paraglider is a little different in the way it responds to the pilot’s input. Especially if the pilot is going from a beginner-glider to an intermediate or advanced-glider. We recommend spending as much time as possible getting to know your new Paraglider before flying it. This means several hours or even days kiting the Paraglider in a variety of conditions. Again, this comes down to personal safety, which is paramount to BlackHawk.

Kiting with a motor on your back can get exhausting – especially if you are doing it for long periods of time. To maximize your time and effort, using a Kiting Harness from BlackHawk can greatly increase the amount of time you can physically practice. When students get tired, they may respond slower or start using “lazy-techniques.” If you are an Instructor (all Instructors should utilize Kiting Harnesses) you will want a harness that is comfortable to your student. If you haven’t used a BlackHawk Delux Kiting Harness, try one out! You will “feel” the difference right away!

Kiting Should be FUN: Practicing kiting a Paraglider is a wonderful way to get exercise! If you make an effort to kite in a variety of conditions, your skills as a pilot will increase exponentially! Try taking your glider to the beach on a low-wind day (3-5mph). Just remember to keep your glider out of the salt water and try not to drag it in the sand. If you live inland, take your Paraglider to your favorite park for some practice. If you go on vacation or travel, take advantage of kiting in new areas by taking your gear with you. The more you practice, the safer you will be!

Want a BlackHawk Kiting Harness? Let’s get you one! Just give BlackHawk a call at (209) 786-7899. We normally can ship your NEW Kiting Harness the same day you order it! You can get your harness fast and start improving your skills as a Paramotor Pilot today!

What do YOU Want to See: We hope you enjoyed our Kiting Harness review. If there is a specific BlackHawk Paramotor product you would like to see highlighted in one of our videos, please CONTACT US with your suggestions. For many more reviews, discussions, and Tips & Tricks videos, please visit our dedicated “Tips & Tricks” webpage by CLICKING HERE.

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