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RE: AIRBOXES

JOECAPY — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:03:45 GMT

Thank's for the info, " I'm going flying "

RE: A few questions from a beginner...

epoch — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 06:53:36 GMT

Do you have an instructor? It sounds like your harness is not properly adjusted. The aerothrust is a knock off of the old sky cruiser and should fairly high on your back. Your instructor should be able to help with the adjustments.

As for 63 pounds, for a sky100 (what should be a very light motor) seems on the heavy side. It will take some getting used to but will become easier with time. As you become better at handling the wing, your time with the motor on your back will be less and less.

Let me know if you don't have an instructor. I'd be happy to help find you one in your area.

Brian

RE: AIRBOXES

epoch — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 06:46:36 GMT

Air box is a baffle that goes before the carb, it can quiet the noise of a motor. Makes more of a difference on smaller motors the larger ones like the MZ34. Most of the larger motors require more air then an air box can provide so they aren't used. Fresh breeze uses one to meet German sound standards but at a substantial loss of power.

RE: AIRBOXES

mountainflyer — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 06:04:28 GMT

I have a MZ34, but I don't know what an airbox is.

AIRBOXES

JOECAPY — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:30:20 GMT

AIRBOXES ????? DO THEY HELP , IF YES THEN WHERE CAN I FIND ONE FOR MY MZ34 ?//

Feedback needed on Discover Paragliding, Warrenton, OR

WilyOldGoat — Sun, 16 May 2010 22:09:43 GMT

Hello all,

I've decided to give PPG a try this summer, and have been in contact with Brad at Discover Paragliding (USPPA approved) in Warrenton. He gave me a basic rundown on his teaching method - start off with PG then advance through small steps to PPG. The school also uses a hydraulic winch for towing

Has anyone on the board taken classes with Discovery Paragliding? If so, any pros/cons you would be willing to share would be awesome.

Many thanks!

Cheers,
JC

A few questions from a beginner...

WIPPGNewbie — Tue, 11 May 2010 02:35:43 GMT

1) My paramotor weighs 63 lbs with gas...is that a lot? It feels VERY heavy, and I have a hard time running with it. I even got bruises on my shoulder/peck/armpit area after attempting a few launches (unsuccessfully).

2)If I put my leg straps on, I have to have the seat down, but if I have the seat down, it's nearly impossible to run. If I don't strap in my legs, what will lift me off the ground? Should I have my legs straps on AND the seat down while launching?

(I have an aerothrust PPG with a sky100 motor and nemo wing)

RE: QUESTION ON PROP SIZE

epoch — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:19:43 GMT

The easiest solution is to Call Mike at ParaToys, they are always testing props and can tell you which is best for your cage. There are 3 different cages that your mz34 could be on, you could have clearance for up to 54" if you have the XLT. if you have the standard rhino, you can fit a 48", with the correct pitch will produce a lot of power. Give him a call.

Brian

QUESTION ON PROP SIZE

JOECAPY — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:51:14 GMT

HELLO AND HAPPY TO BE HERE, MY QUESTION IS, MY PARAMOTOR IS AN MZ34, MOUNTED ON A TRIKE BUGGY, TOTAL WEIGHT DRY IS 166 LBS,MY WEIGHT IS 195, MY WING IS AN 09 PARATOYS 33, I TAKE OFF AT ABOUT 800 FEET,MY REDUCTION LOOKS TO BE 2.14- 1. OK NOW THE QUESTION , WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST SIZE PROP, LENGTH AND PITCH , CARBON OR WOOD, MANUFACTURER ? THANKS, JOE

California LZ discussions

bluefox — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:12:59 GMT

Post any questions or discussions about "Post your best California launch sites" here rather than on the launch site list..