If you’re new to paramotoring, choosing an engine can be a bit hit-or-miss. There are loads to choose from, but good unbiased reviews of these engines simply don’t exist. I know many pilots who have bought brand new engines, only to be disappointed after …
Are paramotor carabiners safe? Looking after your hook-in points
We’re always told not to worry about our carabiners breaking; after all, even the cheap ones are rated to 18 KN! With a breaking strength this high they should never break, but unfortunately, although it’s rare, there have been cases of carabiners breaking. In …
Paramotor mistakes: Learn from my errors!
Last updated on March 14th, 2019 at 10:58 pm It’s rare to hear paramotor pilots talk about their mistakes, and you’d be forgiven for thinking mistakes are fairly uncommon. But the truth is that most pilots have a few scary stories to tell. I …
Paramotor Brands: These are the 9 best paramotor manufacturers
Last updated on February 17th, 2019 at 07:57 pm There’s lots of paramotor brands to choose from, and if you’re just getting started in the sport, it can be difficult to know what the best brands are, and which ones are best left alone. …
Paramotor Instruments: 7 top choices for serious pilots
Last updated on February 17th, 2019 at 07:58 pm Due to their design, paramotors don’t leave much space for instrumentation. Trike pilots may have better mounting options, but there’s actually some great choices for foot launch pilots, and even paragliding pilots. Let’s check out …
Paramotor maintenance and care: keep your machine in tip top condition
Last updated on March 14th, 2019 at 11:18 pm Many pilots refuse to carry out maintenance on their paramotors. They may take them to their local mechanic, or even hand them over to the capable hands of a motorcycle repair shop. These options are OK, …
Paramotor chase cam: SkyBean ChaseCam Review
Last updated on June 17th, 2019 at 03:31 pm If you’re looking for a new place to mount your action cam, or if you want to film your flights from a totally different perspective, a paramotor chase cam is a great option. I’ve been using …
The safest paramotor: Stay safe on the ground and in the air
Last updated on March 19th, 2019 at 12:39 pm What’s the safest paramotor in the world? That’s a really difficult question, as there are some great choices out there. But many manufacturers are still overlooking some important safety issues that really need addressing. Let’s …
Paramotor weight limit: Can heavier pilots fly paramotors?
Last updated on October 31st, 2019 at 01:27 pm It doesn’t matter whether you weigh 60 KG or 160 KG, you should always find out the weight limit of a paramotor and wing before buying it. All paramotors and wings are different, and they …
why are paramotors so expensive: Are we being ripped off?
Last updated on October 31st, 2019 at 01:17 pm If you’re thinking about buying a paramotor, you’re probably wondering why they’re so expensive, after all it’s just an engine bolted to a frame… right?? There’s actually a lot more to a paramotor than first …
