Mastering Paragliding – A Systematic Path to XC Success

A systematic approach to learning to fly, by Alpine guide Kelly Farina

Elevate your flying progression with Mastering Paragliding , a thoughtful guide by expert and paragliding guide Kelly Farina. Teasing the azure sky becomes accessible, structured, and clear.

What's Inside

• A structured learning path —from basic wing handling to cross-country mastery —broken into logical, achievable steps. eBay +15 Cross Country Magazine +15 Amazon +15

• Techniques to master the basics : fly smoothly, consistently, with confidence. Instagram +4 Cross Country Magazine +4 Cross Country Magazine +4

• Thermalling skills: 4/90 rule , thermal etiquette, flying in gaggles. Cross Country Magazine +10 Cross Country Magazine +10 Google Books +10

• Cross-country planning & execution —techniques to plan and fly your XC with control. Cross Country Magazine +7 Cross Country Magazine +7 Cross Country Magazine +7

• Valley winds decoded—including where to fly and where not to fly . YouTube +13 Cross Country Magazine +13 Cross Country Magazine +13

• Mountain flying insights: fly the Alps and Dolomites with assurance. Google Books +3 Cross Country Magazine +3 Cross Country Magazine +3

• Fly smart, fly fast: efficiency techniques plus pilot meteorology (cloud reading, Föhn, thermal formation, inversions). Google Books +3 Cross Country Magazine +3 Cross Country Magazine +3

• Real-world case studies from the Alps and Dolomites. Cross Country Magazine +3 Cross Country Magazine +3 Cross Country Magazine +3

• Fast-track your progress with the “Pyramid of Progression.” Cross Country Magazine +1

Pilots Who've Read It Say…

“I wish I'd had this book when I started flying XC, especially in the Alps.” — Josh Cohn, USHPA Amazon Magazine +5 Cross Country Magazine +5 Cross Country Magazine +5

Thomas Walder (world-record triangle holder) adds that the concepts clearly help pilots of all levels succeed in XC flying. Stephan Stiegler (former world champion) highlights the book's guidance on speed and efficiency. Cross Country Magazine

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Final Word

Mastering Paragliding isn't just a manual: it's your personal coach on paper. It helps you make real progress, fly further, fly higher—with confidence. We leave nothing to chance; we move forward, we take off.