Paragliding 101 Ways to Fly Better

"Paragliding: 101 Ways to Fly Better" by Bruce Goldsmith, Théo de Blic, and Greg Hamerton is a comprehensive guide for improving paragliding skills, covering techniques from beginner to advanced, safety, equipment, thermalling, and XC flying.
The book offers practical advice, including managing motion sickness, mental preparation, and mountain flying. 

Key Themes and Tips from the Book:

- Safety & Mental State: Assess your mental state before flying, manage emotions, and use regular training to boost confidence.
- Thermalling & Technique: Use minimal brake, maximize weightshift, and learn to follow birds for better lift.
- Flight Progression: Focus on small steps in learning, especially when exploring new, more demanding flying conditions.
- Equipment & Conditions: Detailed, updated advice on selecting gear, understanding weather, and navigating different terrains.
- Specific Skills: Advice covers top-landing, managing motion sickness, and specialized techniques like the "lollipop trick" for launching on slippery slopes. 

The book features hundreds of illustrations and contributions from top international pilots to help advance skills safely.

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