Advanced Paragliding (English version)

Advanced Paragliding – Take Your Flying to the Next Level

Over 3,000 copies sold in its first 10 months on the market—and nothing but praise from everyone who’s read it. Whether you want to fly more efficiently, are looking for pro thermalling tips, or are simply trying to bounce back from a setback, this book is for you. Learn from the world’s best!

Take your paragliding skills to the next level with *Advanced Paragliding*, a comprehensive guide by Gavin McClurg and the Cross Country Magazine team. Designed for intermediate pilots with 100+ hours of flight time, this book offers expert insights that will help you fly farther, fly safer, and fly smarter. Facebook+7Cross Country Magazine+7Cross Country Magazine+7

Why It Stands Out

• A solid track record, with over 3,000 copies sold in the first 10 months and counting—this book has struck a chord with the flying community. Cross Country Magazine

• Deep sourcing: more than 8 years of interviews with over 100 world-class pilots. cloudbasemayhem.com+9Cross Country Magazine+9Cross Country Magazine+9

• More than just technique: explores aerology, meteorology, psychology, safety, and risk management—because flying is as much a mental challenge as it is a physical one. Lookout Mountain Flight Park+3Cross Country Magazine+3Cross Country Magazine+3

What You’ll Gain

• Wisdom from the best: 18 “Secrets of Champions” chapters featuring insights from legends such as Adel Honti, Chrigel Maurer, Bruce Goldsmith, Jocky Sanderson, and more. Discover Paragliding+4Cross Country Magazine+4Cross Country Magazine+4

• High praise from peers:

  “Advanced Paragliding is a ‘Secrets of Champions’ on steroids... many of my paragliding idols reveal the ultimate tips and tricks for flying far, flying safely, and having fun while flying.” – Nick Greece Paragliding Forum+7Cross Country Magazine+7Cross Country Magazine+7

Core Technical Chapters Include

• How to Improve Thermal Performance

• How to Glide Better

• Navigating “Intermediate Syndrome”

• When to Step Up — and When to Step Down

• Tweaking Your Mental Game

• How to Prevent Accidents and Eliminate Complacency

• Practice Reserve Deployment

• SIV Training — When and How

• Flying Competitions

• Big XC Flying — Go Faster, Fly Farther

• Recovering from Frightening Experiences

• Threat & Error Management — Learn from Other Aviation Disciplines
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Book Details

• Author: Gavin McClurg (host of the acclaimed Cloudbase Mayhem podcast) with a dedicated editing team from Cross Country Magazine. Paragliding Forum+8Cross Country Magazine+8Lookout Mountain Flight Park+8

• Length & Format: 254 pages, full-color, durable “flexibound” cover—built to last. Cross Country Magazine+1

Final Word

"Advanced Paragliding " is an essential resource for any pilot ready to grow—technically, mentally, and spiritually. It’s not just another manual; it’s a collection of truths, tactics, and hard-won wisdom from the best in the sky. Each chapter brings you closer to unlocking your full flying potential.