Managing Risks in Paragliding - Editions du chemin des Crêtes

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Flying a paraglider is first and foremost about analyzing and deciding.

👉 Go right or left?
👉 Going into transition?
👉 Settle down now… or later?

These choices determine your safety and enjoyment in flight. But decision-making isn't limited to the air:

• Take off or not?

• Which site should you choose today?

• Which sail, which harness, which reserve to buy?

• SIV course or cross-country course?

• Cross-country flight or hike-and-ride?

💡 Whatever your level, this book helps you develop the skills needed to make better decisions and reduce risks , while fully enjoying every flight.

What you will learn

✅ Develop better analysis before and during your flights
✅ Gain autonomy and confidence
✅ Make the right choices of equipment and progression
✅ Limit threats while maximizing pleasure

They are talking about it

"Paragliding is now reaching maturity. The proof... this book and its method!"
— Pierre-Paul Ménégoz , instructor and author of reference

“A pragmatic approach that will interest all pilots concerned with minimizing risks. From beginners to experienced pilots, everyone will find concrete advice here.”
— Guillaume Chatain , double winner of the CFD

"Many blame their equipment rather than themselves... this book marks a step in the understanding of accident studies."
— Bruce Goldsmith , designer and former world champion paraglider

“Paragliding in all its facets with very good advice to keep only the pleasure of being in the air!”
— Véronique Gensac , president of the FFVL

👤 Author : Jean-Marc Galan
📖 Preface : Pierre-Paul Ménégoz