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Yvonne is a sports psychologist who helps pilots master their mindset, so we can fly with clarity, confidence, and calm when we need it the mostIn this talk we speak on the mental side of flight and allied topics such as:
> How to stop fighting your thoughts and start flying with them
> Simple breathing exercises that calm your nervous system
> Why power poses before takeoff actually work
> The hidden cost of social media scrolling on your focus
> Balancing the love of flying with the rest of your life
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If you like me have dreamt of flying over iconic location usually seen in the professional projects and movies in our sport such as the dragon's blood trees of Socotra or other offbeat destinations like Cuba, Bhutan and many others, then this episode is for you because Chris Garcia of Convergence Paragliding has made these adventures a reality.

We touch upon the story behind his unique travel company which is focused on connecting pilots with local cultures, communities, and flying some of the most unique locations our planet has to offer for practicing the art of flight.

Key Topics Include: - Why Cuba is a hidden gem for paragliding (2000m peaks, coastal soaring)

- Flying Socotra: logistics, permits, and respecting local customs

- Mongolia’s nomadic flying: mobile camps, public land, eagle hunters

- Kenya’s helicopter-assisted paragliding: access, safety, and community support

- How Chris partners with local pilots to create authentic experiences

- Advice for pilots wanting to explore beyond the usual spots

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Join Paragliding Atlas ⁠⁠Patreon Channel ⁠⁠(it's free)Shams and Ouka have together explored the mountains by foot, ski, and paraglider. What started as a personal account to express himself through his dog's voice became a global community of over 200,000 people who follow their adventures. They live in a van, hike to takeoffs, and believe that the best adventures are the ones which are shared.

Disclaimer: Flying with a dog requires significant preparation, training, and right equipment. Always make sure prioritize your dog's consent. Paragliding is dangerous in itself and taking responsibility of another life in the air has to be done within your limits.

In this practical conversation, Shams shares everything related to training, equipment, safety and consent that you’d need to know if you like me have dreamt of flying with your own furry companion.

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Nick flew paragliders for 15 years at the pinnacle of our sport creating memories in places where most of us only dream of. He explored remote mountains, wrote a book about his adventures, and lived the hike and fly dream. Then a rescue helicopter changed everything.In this raw and honest conversation, Nick shares his thoughts on risk management and we take a deep dive into the psychology of "it won't happen to me," This episode is a brutally honest look at what happens when the systems we trust (rescue helicopters, insurance, bureaucracy) fail.

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⁠His New Webpage Showing How He Still Creates Awesomeness in His Life At Will : Roll2Explore

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A story about resilience, obsession, and what it truly takes to become a champion. After breaking his spine in a flying accident, he came back to beat the odds and be crowned as the new World Tour Champion.In this episode Luke unpacks the mindset, sacrifice, and obsession required to reach the top

We talk about: • The physical & mental training behind the tricks

• How visualization built his championship run

• The hard truth on drugs & performance

• Rebuilding dreams when everything seems to fall apart

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A talk with one of the brightest minds in our sport where we speak about the nuances of science & philosophy behind wing design, major recent industry developments like CIVL Sports Class and aerodynamic concepts from the POV of a Wing & Kite Designer whose designs promise to deliver relentless fun while practicing the Art of Flight.

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Deep down all of us want to share our wildest dreams and the realities that we create with them to the audience that wishes to see us doing that, be it close family & friends or be it reaching out to masses outside of Paragliding. So, I got a chance to ask how to make it happen to someone who is managing to do it pretty well! Press Play and unlock the art of telling a story in paragliding by Jake Holland 🎥🤩

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In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• The history and logic behind the GAP scoring formula.

• How distance, speed, and leading points determine the winner.

• What a “task” really is and how different formats (race vs. time trial) change your strategy.

• Practical advice for your first competition from a scoring yoda's perspective.

Press Play & transform yourself into an informed competitor🥳

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There is much more to reserve parachutes than just getting them repacked periodically and in a correct way! This talk is a snippet from one of our most replayed moments from an episode where we ended up revealing The Real Truth about Reserve Parachutes.
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A harness to a paraglider pilot is the same as a cockpit to a jet fighter pilot, and making a choice can be tough for when it comes to picking your best throne in the skies! That's why in this episode we dive behind the scenes and decode the dynamics behind responsible decision making for when it comes to choosing a harness every time you practice the art of flight in all it's glory.

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