Discipline
Paragliding XC
What went wrong ?
Bigger gliders went more and more efficient compared to smaller one. It's impossible to be competitive at less than 95 Kg. Still many girls are weighted in the 50 Kg range. 70Kg pilots are also ballasting to reach M size at 115. Pilots carrying too much are facing more problems at TO and landing. Their outcome are worsened in case of crash.
What would you propose ?
Many proposals have been raised : weight category, weight check, equalizers, weight bonus. I'll take anything but this must stop immediatly.
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Comments
I also strongly agree. However, some comp pilots are hesitant to use equalizers for instance due to their concerns about safety of them in case of collapses. I believe safety is our main concern and their safeness should be provided by reliable organizations (not manufacturers only). If not, other solutions should be implemented for sure.