Thanks Tucker. You have kept my spirits up through a week of illness. My favorite channel. I have always wanted to fly. 14 hrs in a 172 and got sidetracked with child support. Am now 65, retired and 300 pounds and hope to find someone to get me into the air. Thanks again!
Just returned from Lake Wales FL had my 4th flight with Eric and Company at AviatorPPG they taught this old man of 55+ and total knee replacement how to foot launch, I'm going back tomorrow morning to do some more flying cant say enough to tell you how well they did to teach this not so easy sport in a very safe way ..And if your even thinking of trying to do this by your self your Crazy..Keep up the videos Tucker your a natural
In Canada you need a class 1, 2 or 4 medical for your license. at your age you would need a medical exam frequently that is if the knee replacement does not fail even the class 4.
i stumbled apon your channel about 2 weeks ago. since then i have been hooked on the idea of getting a ppg. my life will not be complete without it! i did try to watch other ppg videos but none inspired me as much as yours does. great job man! great hobby. keep up the great work!
This is exactly what I have been looking for! Great advice! Can’t wait to get started kiting at my new hilltop on Southwinds. Meeting up with Jesse Brockwell @ Texas Powered Powergliding this weekend!!! Stoked beyond imagination! Thanks Tucker for the inspiration!
After watching damn near every video I realized I haven't subscribed until you said that. You're a G. I hope one day I can save up to get a Paramotor. That thing changed my life
Dude, I literally didn't even know these existed until like yesterday when I watched one of your videos. I've been watching a lot of your videos ever since. You seem like a really cool dude! Awesome channel! I subscribed :)
LMAO.. Let me try to figure out why. 1. You will be watching the videos constantly, 2. you will be researching them and talking about it constantly, 3. you will buy one; (4) All of the above.
Enjoyed the info video, have been watching this "sport" grow for almost twenty years and am getting close to being able to experience it,...thank you for answering a lot of questions in this video, you made a sound directional place to start! Be well!
It's more than once now that I've seen you over an airport while trying to make guesses at where the wind's at. Every airport has some tool to show pilots where the wind's at, wind sock, cones, veins, etc. You can also invest in a handheld radio and pick up the weather from the ASOS etc.
I know, I'm a private pilot also. Sometimes its just calm or variable enough I have to decide which way gives me the best approach, even if it's not directly into the wind. I appreciate it man!
Always love seeing SDJ from high altitude. Scenery around it is amazing! Scenery throughout the entire video is breathtaking! And I hear ya about water. I don't like deep water. My skydive instructor always jokes with me about it too. Lol. Awesome flying once again! Keep up the flying!
Can you speak to the maintenance? Maintenance and care of the wing, engine, cords, hardware, etc. Life span of a wing, how often to replace cords, etc. Thanks.
Generally, yes. You just have to go high enough. A few weeks ago it was still in the 80's at 7pm so we climbed to 6000ft and it felt like air conditioning.
I fly a Citation X professionally and cruise at Mach .90+ (cool by most standards); however, the reality is we sit at an altitudes that any surface detail isn't distinguishable, surf the Internet or complain about our schedules (difference between pilots and jet engines joke). I can't stop watching your channel!! This sport represents everything that brought me to aviation in the first place. I'm trying to stir some interest in the flight department so we can eventually take these on the road. Ever get any feedback or tips for transport (hazmat) - possibly running engine dry and shipping the tank? Would like to see a breakdown of the scout on one of your videos. Awesome channel. Love the wit and humor...
Bro I had no Idea these were real I've been big into motorcycles. This is so awesome I would love to fly and I can't wait to save mine to be able to do this. Great channel by the way I've been watching you almost everyday
Really enjoyed this video. Would you consider doing a video on what you have learned about twisting lines, your experiences with torque on take offs and any other basic "Safety issues"?
Love watching your flying videos, watched this one twice. You were moving on those landings. Your landing at the airport was sweet, making the turn wind hissing lining up with the fence with the ground flying by beneath your feet.
my goal for the end of this year beginning of next is to research and take certified courses and get a paramotor. thank you for your channel and introducing me to this. I want to fly!
Tucker Im subscribed BRO1 Im hooked on your channel and I went to Aviator PPG this past weekend because you said you trained there! Im going to take the leap into learning and getting professionally trained at Aviator PPG! I know why you went there to get trained because those GUYS ARE SUPER SAFETY MINDED! Their Facility is TOP NOTCH!!
Tucker Thanks for doing such a nice job on your vids/ I am totally hooked on this sport now as I've always dreamed of flying. My wife is a another matter though.
I see people flying these in Florida all the time, over the past few years their popularity has skyrocketed. I remember one guy was seriously injured and may have died just a mile or two from my job when he flew into a set of power lines, but apart from that I rarely hear of any accidents. It definitely looks a lot safer than riding a motorcycle and way more fun than riding a jet ski.
Thanks as always for the videos, Tucker. Met you briefly two summers ago when I came out to Alexandria to fly Scott's Extra. Looking forward to the day where I get into PPG stuff! Fly safe
subscribed! your videos are educational, unbiased, funny and just plain awesome - i fly the ch47f model chinook for the us army and yet i want to fly these dirt bikes of the sky - looking at getting the blackhawk 125 package with velocity edge glider - watching your videos that have the BH 125 makes the decision even easier so thanks for that! seriously THANKS! Aviator to Aviator - FLY SAFE AND HAVE FUN!
Thanks so much man! Honestly, the Blackhawk wouldn't be my first choice for gear. I've had so many problems with mine, lots of parts have broken. I'm going to work on a full Blackhawk review later this summer. I would recommend checking out Air Conception gear.
Nice discussion....also made it nice you did it while flying....don't forget MacPara for wings and Polini Thor 130s .....nice gear...dependable with plenty of power for my 200lbs.....looks like you have gear that fits you perfectly...good point that people really need to look at all kinds of gear after flying a while to figure out what they really want. Gear really is about as personal a choice as you get....just like choosing 2 stroke oil! Enjoy...fly safe!..good stuff! ;)
I was so stupid,,,,!!! honestly I was going to buy dells gear and go training with him I was so stupid I thought he was the best but after I found ur channel I’m gonna get hooked up with aviator ppg was thx tucker gott !!! Just send it bro !!!!!! I thanks again
Nice wing overs! Two questions: 1. Is it possible to use weight shifting on the turns with the paramotor harness or you just use breaks? 2. In a day with good thermals can you climb yourself up, turn the motor off and continue just by coring between thermals? Haven't seen any video of you thermalling...
Hey Tucker how's it going? I've been getting into this kind of thousand i think it's pretty cool when people like you show us some insight on some things. I know how to build a motor or am working on it but where can I get a wing that isn't too expensive?
Another good video. Q. What speed are you doing up there, and, what do you do if you see a light aircraft or a Being 747 coming right at you? It's not like you can shift speed, height or direction that fast is it?? How do you ensure you don't get into someone's path? Also - do paramotorists ever (or often) crash into each other??
so hopefully questions are still being answered i'm in CO and almost all of the state/ where i would want to fly is over a mile high before taking off and being 170-200 depending on the season out of the engines i've seen used so far i like to scout the most match with a used beginner wing seem like a good pair but i haven't started training have a wonderful day
Definitely inspired me . I'm in jersey too unfortunately I'm in northern New Jersey where it's super crowded lots of houses city streets and power lines . Not rural at all . Not sure where I would have to go to be able to take off if I was to become dedicated to the hobby .
Subscribed. Looking to get into this and have been watching all of your videos. I have a cousin who has one and I have helped him set up and watched him fly a few times. Really want to join in the fun. Just have to be able to afford it!
absolutely brilliant video. you talked about blackhawk PPG motor. they sell the edge glider for beginners in a affordable motor/wing package. ive been thinking about buying it for long time now. awesome video.
Just found your channel and Im digging it! You are killing it bro! With the experience you have now after flying for a few years, What paramotor and wing combo would you buy as your first gear if you were going to buy something now? I think Im hooked!
Great vlogs Tucker! Fun and informative too. Wondering if you have any thoughts or recommendations on either Parajet or Miniplane equipment. I'm sold on Ozone and Dudek wings now, but wondering about your ideas about these paramotors. Thanks! Keep up the awesome work, you're a positive representative for this sport.
Tucker, love your videos. Keep them coming. Can you recommend a procedure for talking with localities or land owners and getting permission to launch from there? My town (Western NY) has one park that's suitable, a perfectly mowed and flat large area, but I was kicked out by the parks and rec guys before I could even get it fully assembled. They cited 'the safety issue', even though there weren't any other people for hundreds of yards around. How do you know where you're allowed to practice and launch/land at? I'm an ASEL pilot and could launch from the airfield, but that's 45 minutes away and close to the city (Buffalo).
That's a tough one. I've been fortunate in that the locals don't seem to mind and enjoy watching me launch. As far as I know, you're allowed to launch from a park unless there is a specific ordinance that doesn't allow flying vehicles. Maybe approach local police to check legality? Bring along a copy of far 103. If there's no local ordinance against it, no one should be able to stop you. However, if locals are very opposed to it, you definitely don't want to create hatred. Best of luck to you.
I just purchased an Airmax 220 setup with velocity edge wing and lowboy2 quad. I start training first week of July. I have not seen my product yet but am told that it is new gear. I payed $9800 for wing, quad, and motor. I also got floatations device and reserve chute. Any advice? I'm second guessing now, after hearing your reviews and about things breaking on the Blackhawks😬😬😬
I have been watching your videos for a year now. You are a cool Fellow Tucker Gott, and you are really good at explaining. Every time I get so excited to watch and want to start. I live in Alberta Canada. That is bordering North of Montana. Do you know any school in Alberta, Or should I take time to come to the USA to learn how to fly
Hi , Tucker... I'm new on paramotors, I have a trike with a EDEL power atlas wing . a few day ago , i went for a little fly with a 10 mph wind . When the glider inflate behind me , it pull me backward and I gave all the power I got on my motor to compensate . The trike took off but very violent . when I landed I realize that the trimmers where all the way down . My question is : in windy conditions what is the best trimmers set ?...And at no wind ? Thank You ! love your videos ! ....keep flying !!!
This channel deserves more subscribers! A lot of good info for beginners here. I'm training in Phoenix under Paradrenalin in a few months and I'm trying to take in as much ppg theory as I can before then. They use a brand called Nirvana there. Do you know if they're any good?
Judging by videos, the flat top looks like a pretty good machine. It seems to me by sitting higher it would be easier to stand up from the seating position. I have a 21 year old F2 that I started up today, it has been in storage for about 20 years.
@Tucker Gott DUDE - I've been watching and enjoying *correction LOVING your videos for a while, your videos always showed in my feed and I just went along viewing videos while assuming all the while that I must certainly be subscribed. Coincidentally you said about the Google analytics thing as I realised a couple hours ago only that I wasn't subscribed when I got sick of trying to find you in my channel list and searched you manually only to find that I wasn't subscribed - #EpicFail - anyway I corrected the error in my ways IMMEDIATELY! Anyway, brilliant content bro, and great advice, I'm currently in the process of making my way towards purchasing my equipment and going through my training (I'll post some vids when I'm eventually airborne) Peace ✌️
thank you for your advice I am looking at the Nitro 200 out of Aviator PPG. as for the wing I was looking at an ozone spider but I'll take your advice and just buy a used one.
Just took a look at your video it is awesome I should be starting my lessons next week. After I take my lessons we would like to invite you to Puerto Rico
What do you think about the newer Black'hawk revolver-320 at 40 hp for a 320/lb man... Retired truck driver loosing weight to enter the ppg sport. I have about 50 hours of fixed wing time from 20 years ago and some kite-boarding training from trips to the outter banks NC... if that's worth anything on a ppg.
Hey Tucker I love your videos. You make it look so easy almost too easy. I was interested in learning more about this sport. My wife will love that I picked up another hobby in the future. I live in Chattanooga, TN and I have seen RC planes flying at Camp Jordan which is a local park in our area, but can’t say I have ever seen a paramotor take off or land there. I am not sure I have seen one in this area anywhere to be honest. This is either people are not interested or they are unaware they could do this. I wanted to maybe be the first but legally. I have read and it looks like you are able to fly in most areas with the FAA guidelines in check. Can you do an education flight and advise the real newbies on how to not get on the FAA unwanted list. Maybe explaining the proper process of getting approval to launch and land in parks, the airports. Is it as easy as calling up the park and ask, can you call the airport air tower for approval, am I making this harder that it is? Thanks again for the great commentary. You do a great job on your videos and seem like someone that would be a blast to fly with. Started watching when I came across your famous Mc Donald’s trip. I was hooked after that. Thanks again, and I hope you many more safe adventures.
I'm having way to much fun watching all these paramotor vlogs dude, thank you! And a fellow Jersey person!! So, can you just land in parks like that? You don't necessarily need to always land at a runway??
Hi Tucker. I am flying a ITV Fury nowadays here in Brazil. Let me know your impressions about the Hadron xx and its system to make take off more easy. tks!
My wife just commented;” your pretty obsessed with those things “ 😂😂😂. I can’t wait to to take a class!!! Know anyone in the Seattle area Tucker? And thanks for the heads up about Del🤔 I asked him a simple question and he totally went off the deep end on me. I’m a Pysch RN-I know unstable when I see it. 😳😳😳🥴🥴🥴. I’m filing this video away. Thanks 🙏 and come visit us on Orcas Island. We’ll fly over some Whales 🐋!
Currently midway through my instruction and already got a few tows in and already bought a wing and paramotor. (It's currently in shipment) I won't name the instructor but he is very reputable and has a wide range of experience as an actual pilot for 20+ years. He mentioned to me that you shouldn't fly over freeways or roads, or neighborhoods if you can help it. I see that you are flying over all kinds of things including freeways, neighborhoods, and private property. Can you shed some light on this?
I think it's because you need a safe place to land if your engine shuts off. Only fly over areas where it has safe areas to land. Which is why it is unsafe to fly really close to water.
Mango flying over water? What’s the glide ratio of an average wing IF YOUR ENGINE shut down? I live on an island with many surrounding islands. How high would one need to fly to say glide 1 mile? Thanks from a potential nubi
So, I know you said you are not an instructor, but I'm definitely curious if you would consider being a private instructor. As opposed to taking a training course, I find one on one training more personal and just as efficient. I have the money to buy one, but it'd be nice to know I could meet with someone who is experienced, and basically begin flying.
What are your thoughts on reserve parachutes? I see a lot of pilots without them. I also see a lot of low level flying where a reserve might not have time to open.
You Americans may complain about the president. but at least you can fly that w/o a license. In Canada a license if required including legal training. Now I've been known to win most learning challenges, but my body is my weakest link. I currently have a mild case of Asthma(it is not acute so it may not even matter). The Ridiculous Requirements of Canada -Complete 30 solo flights -5 hrs of flight time under instructor supervision -Pass the ULTRA Transport Canada examination with at least 60% -Medical class 1,3 or 4 -Get a letter of recommendation from your instructor So in a nut shell, probably won't be getting into that kind of thing, with all the paperwork and red tape. In fact there is less hassle owning a gun. The course load is less than a 3rd of the price and the permit costs next to nothing. Still blows me away. Regulation cuts deep. Merica needs no Ultralight license, truly the land of the free
Not many people are complaining about Trump he is actually saving this country. And if you live in Canada and you don't like the government controlling everything you do with your life then stop voting for liberals.
Everyone who is a rational thinking person in the US complains about Trump. You honestly think some law about powered paragliding is a significant reason to judge well-being in a country? BTW 'USARealMan', conservatives are the ones who want to regulate things. (birth control, who you marry, abortion, what video games you can play, what religion you can worship, where and what alcohol you can buy, ect..)
Hey Tuck (typing the "er" was going to take just too much effort). I'm a private pilot who's giving this some real thought. I'm learning vicariously through you and decided to watch your vids in order. Got this far and as soon as I heard to mention analytics & subscribing...I paused the vid & did. Anywho, I'm going to keep watching now. By the way, what's the ICAO of the field that you fly out of?
Hey Tucker, I'm just getting my P2. Paramotor surely interests me as well. I'm curious about the harness for paramotor, is this typically sold and matched to the engine? or matched to the rider like PG?
hey tucker, i been watching ur videos i just discovered you recently. i am thoroughly interested in this hobby/sport? but it seems amazing to me... i was pricing out some equipment and see that i need to start saving to get what i need. but i have an idea for yo, which u probably aleady thought about. i live in nj, and so does many other ppl that yo may have inspired to get involved with paramotors. i know we would rather have you as a trainer than some random poerson. u know what ur doing and u can probably start a small business for urself teaching ppl paramotors. i know i would def pay for your instruction... hopefllyt u decide to do it becase im going to start saving up possibly by next spring i should have enough $ to get started. it is pretty expensive stuff. i cant wait to get started and learn how to fly it. how amazing it will be to glide around. thinking about the fact that i would bring it everywhere with me and fly all over 11
like your page. question though. i live in middle GA. in the summer times, the weather is 95 to 100 degrees, 95 % humidity and no wind. will that be a problem when ppg?
Just to make it clear I meant your kind enough hopefully to help me out with some advice not financial I just wanted to make that clear you seem like a really nice dude
Can You demonstrate the emergence chute deployment for us. This would be the clincher on me taking up the sport.! Love your show, but would never want you to get hurt. Can it be done safely.
Thanks Tucker. You have kept my spirits up through a week of illness. My favorite channel. I have always wanted to fly. 14 hrs in a 172 and got sidetracked with child support. Am now 65, retired and 300 pounds and hope to find someone to get me into the air. Thanks again!
Just returned from Lake Wales FL had my 4th flight with Eric and Company at AviatorPPG they taught this old man of 55+ and total knee replacement how to foot launch, I'm going back tomorrow morning to do some more flying cant say enough to tell you how well they did to teach this not so easy sport in a very safe way ..And if your even thinking of trying to do this by your self your Crazy..Keep up the videos Tucker your a natural
In Canada they might not even let you in the air. I'm not kidding. Never say you not free down there
In Canada you need a class 1, 2 or 4 medical for your license. at your age you would need a medical exam frequently that is if the knee replacement does not fail even the class 4.
how are the courses laid out? I'm in Florida already and want to take classes but I'm not sure what's to be expected.
Contact AviatorPPG ask for Eric or Travis.
What did the courses cost if you don't mind me asking?
i stumbled apon your channel about 2 weeks ago. since then i have been hooked on the idea of getting a ppg. my life will not be complete without it! i did try to watch other ppg videos but none inspired me as much as yours does. great job man! great hobby. keep up the great work!
This is exactly what I have been looking for! Great advice! Can’t wait to get started kiting at my new hilltop on Southwinds. Meeting up with Jesse Brockwell @ Texas Powered Powergliding this weekend!!! Stoked beyond imagination! Thanks Tucker for the inspiration!
After watching damn near every video I realized I haven't subscribed until you said that. You're a G. I hope one day I can save up to get a Paramotor. That thing changed my life
Dude, I literally didn't even know these existed until like yesterday when I watched one of your videos. I've been watching a lot of your videos ever since. You seem like a really cool dude! Awesome channel! I subscribed :)
Jordan Krejci Same here!
Jordan Krejci dude same!
I am doing the same over the past couple days LMAO I am like WHAATTT.... Now I want one.
Samere here... I also didn't know I needed this until I saw the video. Now my wife is going to hate him.
LMAO.. Let me try to figure out why. 1. You will be watching the videos constantly, 2. you will be researching them and talking about it constantly, 3. you will buy one; (4) All of the above.
Enjoyed the info video, have been watching this "sport" grow for almost twenty years and am getting close to being able to experience it,...thank you for answering a lot of questions in this video, you made a sound directional place to start! Be well!
It's more than once now that I've seen you over an airport while trying to make guesses at where the wind's at. Every airport has some tool to show pilots where the wind's at, wind sock, cones, veins, etc. You can also invest in a handheld radio and pick up the weather from the ASOS etc.
I know, I'm a private pilot also. Sometimes its just calm or variable enough I have to decide which way gives me the best approach, even if it's not directly into the wind. I appreciate it man!
Rad to know you have your PPL! Hope to fly with you someday man!
So you're nordo at that airport?
As soon as I heard you say one person not to fly with, I knew it was SUPER Dell. LOL
Always love seeing SDJ from high altitude. Scenery around it is amazing! Scenery throughout the entire video is breathtaking! And I hear ya about water. I don't like deep water. My skydive instructor always jokes with me about it too. Lol. Awesome flying once again! Keep up the flying!
This is the video I have been looking for since discovering a vlog of yours
Can you speak to the maintenance? Maintenance and care of the wing, engine, cords, hardware, etc. Life span of a wing, how often to replace cords, etc. Thanks.
Great Para vlog . I'm old and I'm going for it.
Dig your vids, dude. I live in Oregon and had a view questions, but after watching this, you totally answered them all. lol. Thanks man.
I have a question. If it's hot, humid, and yucky at launch. Will it be cooler and nicer up in the sky?
Generally, yes. You just have to go high enough. A few weeks ago it was still in the 80's at 7pm so we climbed to 6000ft and it felt like air conditioning.
I'm petrified of heights and broke, but Tucker makes me really wanna try this out. looks so freeing and independent
I fly a Citation X professionally and cruise at Mach .90+ (cool by most standards); however, the reality is we sit at an altitudes that any surface detail isn't distinguishable, surf the Internet or complain about our schedules (difference between pilots and jet engines joke). I can't stop watching your channel!! This sport represents everything that brought me to aviation in the first place.
I'm trying to stir some interest in the flight department so we can eventually take these on the road. Ever get any feedback or tips for transport (hazmat) - possibly running engine dry and shipping the tank? Would like to see a breakdown of the scout on one of your videos. Awesome channel. Love the wit and humor...
Bro I had no Idea these were real I've been big into motorcycles. This is so awesome I would love to fly and I can't wait to save mine to be able to do this. Great channel by the way I've been watching you almost everyday
Thank you for all your unbiased knowledge. I will be investing in training soon. I live in Michigan, and plan to do a lot of flying here.
Really enjoyed this video. Would you consider doing a video on what you have learned about twisting lines, your experiences with torque on take offs and any other basic "Safety issues"?
Love watching your flying videos, watched this one twice. You were moving on those landings. Your landing at the airport was sweet, making the turn wind hissing lining up with the fence with the ground flying by beneath your feet.
Thanks! That was a good one. :D
my goal for the end of this year beginning of next is to research and take certified courses and get a paramotor. thank you for your channel and introducing me to this. I want to fly!
Tucker Im subscribed BRO1 Im hooked on your channel and I went to Aviator PPG this past weekend because you said you trained there! Im going to take the leap into learning and getting professionally trained at Aviator PPG! I know why you went there to get trained because those GUYS ARE SUPER SAFETY MINDED! Their Facility is TOP NOTCH!!
Tucker thanks for what you do thanks for bringing it to all your videos. I love watching them
I love how the launch looks: all rumbly while you're walking and then all of a sudden it's super smooth when you take off
Tucker
Thanks for doing such a nice job on your vids/ I am totally hooked on this sport now as I've always dreamed of flying.
My wife is a another matter though.
I totally forgot about this sport until I somehow landed on your video. You sir got a new subscriber!
Nailed it ! Landed right behind the Subaru, pure class my man !!!!
I need this in my life
I see people flying these in Florida all the time, over the past few years their popularity has skyrocketed. I remember one guy was seriously injured and may have died just a mile or two from my job when he flew into a set of power lines, but apart from that I rarely hear of any accidents. It definitely looks a lot safer than riding a motorcycle and way more fun than riding a jet ski.
Thanks as always for the videos, Tucker. Met you briefly two summers ago when I came out to Alexandria to fly Scott's Extra. Looking forward to the day where I get into PPG stuff! Fly safe
Hey Tucker, do you mind doing a video on your helmet set up, and how you film / record / have in flight communications?
Awesome videos man, I love it!
subscribed! your videos are educational, unbiased, funny and just plain awesome - i fly the ch47f model chinook for the us army and yet i want to fly these dirt bikes of the sky - looking at getting the blackhawk 125 package with velocity edge glider - watching your videos that have the BH 125 makes the decision even easier so thanks for that! seriously THANKS! Aviator to Aviator - FLY SAFE AND HAVE FUN!
Thanks so much man! Honestly, the Blackhawk wouldn't be my first choice for gear. I've had so many problems with mine, lots of parts have broken. I'm going to work on a full Blackhawk review later this summer. I would recommend checking out Air Conception gear.
thank you for your honesty - guess it is time for me to google them
thanks.. Im so looking into getting into this sport and bring my daughter along ... you make it seem so much fun and thanks for the tips.
Just subscribed, I can't paramotor due to physical limitations, but I like watching you enjoying your hobby. Stay safe.
Nice discussion....also made it nice you did it while flying....don't forget MacPara for wings and Polini Thor 130s .....nice gear...dependable with plenty of power for my 200lbs.....looks like you have gear that fits you perfectly...good point that people really need to look at all kinds of gear after flying a while to figure out what they really want. Gear really is about as personal a choice as you get....just like choosing 2 stroke oil! Enjoy...fly safe!..good stuff! ;)
I was so stupid,,,,!!! honestly I was going to buy dells gear and go training with him I was so stupid I thought he was the best but after I found ur channel I’m gonna get hooked up with aviator ppg was thx tucker gott !!! Just send it bro !!!!!! I thanks again
Nice wing overs! Two questions: 1. Is it possible to use weight shifting on the turns with the paramotor harness or you just use breaks? 2. In a day with good thermals can you climb yourself up, turn the motor off and continue just by coring between thermals? Haven't seen any video of you thermalling...
Hey Tucker how's it going? I've been getting into this kind of thousand i think it's pretty cool when people like you show us some insight on some things. I know how to build a motor or am working on it but where can I get a wing that isn't too expensive?
Just discovered this channel this is great, Subscribed. I'm actually a mile or so east of the Doylestown Airport.
looks like an amazing way to scout new hunting areas and fishing spots
Another good video. Q. What speed are you doing up there, and, what do you do if you see a light aircraft or a Being 747 coming right at you? It's not like you can shift speed, height or direction that fast is it?? How do you ensure you don't get into someone's path? Also - do paramotorists ever (or often) crash into each other??
so hopefully questions are still being answered i'm in CO and almost all of the state/ where i would want to fly is over a mile high before taking off and being 170-200 depending on the season out of the engines i've seen used so far i like to scout the most match with a used beginner wing seem like a good pair but i haven't started training have a wonderful day
You inspired me to learn how to fly probably get lessons from PPG in 2 years. Keep marking more Videos ❗️😎🤙🏼
Definitely inspired me . I'm in jersey too unfortunately I'm in northern New Jersey where it's super crowded lots of houses city streets and power lines . Not rural at all . Not sure where I would have to go to be able to take off if I was to become dedicated to the hobby .
Yeah man I always look ahead to my next landing spot if I don't see one I turn around good advice my instructor gave me 👍
Subscribed. Looking to get into this and have been watching all of your videos. I have a cousin who has one and I have helped him set up and watched him fly a few times. Really want to join in the fun. Just have to be able to afford it!
absolutely brilliant video. you talked about blackhawk PPG motor. they sell the edge glider for beginners in a affordable motor/wing package. ive been thinking about buying it for long time now. awesome video.
Honest Blackhawk video coming soon. ;)
Tucker Gott awesome
U Got such a nice and chill vibe on ur videos, i like them a lot and have learned a lot about this sport. Subbed. :)
Just found your channel and Im digging it! You are killing it bro! With the experience you have now after flying for a few years, What paramotor and wing combo would you buy as your first gear if you were going to buy something now? I think Im hooked!
I've been watching this channel all weekend, I wanna get into it.
Great vlogs Tucker! Fun and informative too. Wondering if you have any thoughts or recommendations on either Parajet or Miniplane equipment. I'm sold on Ozone and Dudek wings now, but wondering about your ideas about these paramotors. Thanks! Keep up the awesome work, you're a positive representative for this sport.
defiantly inspired currently saving money to get some training and a motor and wing
Tucker, love your videos. Keep them coming. Can you recommend a procedure for talking with localities or land owners and getting permission to launch from there? My town (Western NY) has one park that's suitable, a perfectly mowed and flat large area, but I was kicked out by the parks and rec guys before I could even get it fully assembled. They cited 'the safety issue', even though there weren't any other people for hundreds of yards around. How do you know where you're allowed to practice and launch/land at? I'm an ASEL pilot and could launch from the airfield, but that's 45 minutes away and close to the city (Buffalo).
That's a tough one. I've been fortunate in that the locals don't seem to mind and enjoy watching me launch. As far as I know, you're allowed to launch from a park unless there is a specific ordinance that doesn't allow flying vehicles. Maybe approach local police to check legality? Bring along a copy of far 103. If there's no local ordinance against it, no one should be able to stop you. However, if locals are very opposed to it, you definitely don't want to create hatred. Best of luck to you.
I just purchased an Airmax 220 setup with velocity edge wing and lowboy2 quad. I start training first week of July. I have not seen my product yet but am told that it is new gear. I payed $9800 for wing, quad, and motor. I also got floatations device and reserve chute. Any advice? I'm second guessing now, after hearing your reviews and about things breaking on the Blackhawks😬😬😬
Subed... I live in Oregon. This is my goal from now on. Thanks for posting this video, I must get into lessons and enjoy this sport..
Just subscribed. Hope to get into the sport soon! Looking up some paramotor classes in Washington area
I have been watching your videos for a year now. You are a cool Fellow Tucker Gott, and you are really good at explaining.
Every time I get so excited to watch and want to start.
I live in Alberta Canada. That is bordering North of Montana.
Do you know any school in Alberta, Or should I take time to come to the USA to learn how to fly
nice! starting paragliding this weekend, gonna see if i like it!
Hi , Tucker...
I'm new on paramotors, I have a trike with a EDEL power atlas wing . a few day ago , i went for a little fly with a 10 mph wind . When the glider inflate behind me , it pull me backward and I gave all the power I got on my motor to compensate . The trike took off but very violent .
when I landed I realize that the trimmers where all the way down .
My question is : in windy conditions what is the best trimmers set ?...And at no wind ?
Thank You ! love your videos ! ....keep flying !!!
Excellent insight for beginners. Hoping to get up in the air in Spring 2019!
This channel deserves more subscribers! A lot of good info for beginners here. I'm training in Phoenix under Paradrenalin in a
few months and I'm trying to take in as much ppg theory as I can before then. They use a brand called Nirvana there. Do you
know if they're any good?
Hahahaha Tucker been a fan and I marathon your vids when i need to feel free. Finally subscribed!!! Keep it going !
Do have a video on how reserves work? like how long do they take to deploy and hold. how they work, etc? thx.
I gotta do this! These videos have inspired me Tucker!
Judging by videos, the flat top looks like a pretty good machine. It seems to me by sitting higher it would be easier to stand up from the seating position. I have a 21 year old F2 that I started up today, it has been in storage for about 20 years.
It might be easier to stand up from sitting, but I'm sure it's not the easiest to run with. ;)
@Tucker Gott DUDE - I've been watching and enjoying *correction LOVING your videos for a while, your videos always showed in my feed and I just went along viewing videos while assuming all the while that I must certainly be subscribed. Coincidentally you said about the Google analytics thing as I realised a couple hours ago only that I wasn't subscribed when I got sick of trying to find you in my channel list and searched you manually only to find that I wasn't subscribed - #EpicFail - anyway I corrected the error in my ways IMMEDIATELY!
Anyway, brilliant content bro, and great advice, I'm currently in the process of making my way towards purchasing my equipment and going through my training (I'll post some vids when I'm eventually airborne)
Peace ✌️
thank you for your advice I am looking at the Nitro 200 out of Aviator PPG. as for the wing I was looking at an ozone spider but I'll take your advice and just buy a used one.
Just took a look at your video it is awesome I should be starting my lessons next week. After I take my lessons we would like to invite you to Puerto Rico
What do you think about the newer Black'hawk revolver-320 at 40 hp for a 320/lb man... Retired truck driver loosing weight to enter the ppg sport. I have about 50 hours of fixed wing time from 20 years ago and some kite-boarding training from trips to the outter banks NC...
if that's worth anything on a ppg.
I have a question are all paramotors 2 stroke or is there other kinds?? Thanks again Tucker for a great video and cometary
Hey Tucker I love your videos. You make it look so easy almost too easy. I was interested in learning more about this
sport. My wife will love that I picked up another hobby in the future. I live in Chattanooga, TN and I have seen RC planes flying at Camp Jordan which is a local park in our area, but can’t say I have ever seen a paramotor take off or land there. I am not sure I have seen
one in this area anywhere to be honest. This is either people are not interested or they are unaware they could do this. I wanted to maybe be the first but legally. I have read and it looks like you are able to fly in most areas with the FAA guidelines in check. Can you do an education flight and advise the real newbies on how to not get on the FAA unwanted list. Maybe explaining the proper process of
getting approval to launch and land in parks, the airports. Is it as easy as calling up the park and ask, can you call the airport air tower for approval, am I making this harder that it is? Thanks again for the great commentary. You do a great job on your videos and seem
like someone that would be a blast to fly with. Started watching when I came across your famous Mc Donald’s trip. I was hooked after that. Thanks again, and I hope you many more safe adventures.
I'm having way to much fun watching all these paramotor vlogs dude, thank you! And a fellow Jersey person!! So, can you just land in parks like that? You don't necessarily need to always land at a runway??
Jamie Claudeo nope. It’s not a good idea to land on a runway at an airport with a paramotor.
Hi Tucker. I am flying a ITV Fury nowadays here in Brazil. Let me know your impressions about the Hadron xx and its system to make take off more easy. tks!
Thank you. Just found instruction in Wantage NJ. Will call Monday.
Man, your channel is so awesome. I need to consider getting into this!!!
My wife just commented;” your pretty obsessed with those things “ 😂😂😂. I can’t wait to to take a class!!! Know anyone in the Seattle area Tucker? And thanks for the heads up about Del🤔 I asked him a simple question and he totally went off the deep end on me. I’m a Pysch RN-I know unstable when I see it. 😳😳😳🥴🥴🥴. I’m filing this video away. Thanks 🙏 and come visit us on Orcas Island. We’ll fly over some Whales 🐋!
I just messaged you this question, glad you had a video with the answer!
Currently midway through my instruction and already got a few tows in and already bought a wing and paramotor. (It's currently in shipment) I won't name the instructor but he is very reputable and has a wide range of experience as an actual pilot for 20+ years. He mentioned to me that you shouldn't fly over freeways or roads, or neighborhoods if you can help it. I see that you are flying over all kinds of things including freeways, neighborhoods, and private property. Can you shed some light on this?
I think it's because you need a safe place to land if your engine shuts off. Only fly over areas where it has safe areas to land. Which is why it is unsafe to fly really close to water.
No freeways, roads, neighborhoods, private property? LOL, that's a pretty small flight path.
Mango flying over water? What’s the glide ratio of an average wing IF YOUR ENGINE shut down? I live on an island with many surrounding islands. How high would one need to fly to say glide 1 mile? Thanks from a potential nubi
U got me inspired I can't wait to get one how cheap can u get the parachute
So, I know you said you are not an instructor, but I'm definitely curious if you would consider being a private instructor. As opposed to taking a training course, I find one on one training more personal and just as efficient. I have the money to buy one, but it'd be nice to know I could meet with someone who is experienced, and basically begin flying.
Excellent video Tucker, from your newest subscriber!! Keep up the great vids and advice.
What are your thoughts on reserve parachutes? I see a lot of pilots without them. I also see a lot of low level flying where a reserve might not have time to open.
Good question, wonder Tucker's take
I’m praying to the Lord for that scout giveaway. Life changing.
You Americans may complain about the president. but at least you can fly that w/o a license. In Canada a license if required including legal training. Now I've been known to win most learning challenges, but my body is my weakest link. I currently have a mild case of Asthma(it is not acute so it may not even matter). The Ridiculous Requirements of Canada -Complete 30 solo flights
-5 hrs of flight time under instructor supervision
-Pass the ULTRA Transport Canada examination with at least 60%
-Medical class 1,3 or 4
-Get a letter of recommendation from your instructor So in a nut shell, probably won't be getting into that kind of thing, with all the paperwork and red tape. In fact there is less hassle owning a gun. The course load is less than a 3rd of the price and the permit costs next to nothing. Still blows me away. Regulation cuts deep. Merica needs no Ultralight license, truly the land of the free
Not many people are complaining about Trump he is actually saving this country. And if you live in Canada and you don't like the government controlling everything you do with your life then stop voting for liberals.
Everyone who is a rational thinking person in the US complains about Trump. You honestly think some law about powered paragliding is a significant reason to judge well-being in a country? BTW 'USARealMan', conservatives are the ones who want to regulate things. (birth control, who you marry, abortion, what video games you can play, what religion you can worship, where and what alcohol you can buy, ect..)
As Ben Shapiro says, "Good Trump, Bad Trump, which one will we get today?"
Matthew Lueder Have you been to California?
Do a little more research mike...the medical exam is nothing more than saying your heathy. The license is nothing to get. And you should know airspace
Hey Tuck (typing the "er" was going to take just too much effort). I'm a private pilot who's giving this some real thought. I'm learning vicariously through you and decided to watch your vids in order. Got this far and as soon as I heard to mention analytics & subscribing...I paused the vid & did. Anywho, I'm going to keep watching now. By the way, what's the ICAO of the field that you fly out of?
Enjoying your videos. Since there is no way I could ever afford the equipment, does anyone rent these things?
Hey Tucker, I'm just getting my P2. Paramotor surely interests me as well. I'm curious about the harness for paramotor, is this typically sold and matched to the engine? or matched to the rider like PG?
Great vid Were in NJ is this???
hey tucker, i been watching ur videos i just discovered you recently. i am thoroughly interested in this hobby/sport? but it seems amazing to me... i was pricing out some equipment and see that i need to start saving to get what i need.
but i have an idea for yo, which u probably aleady thought about. i live in nj, and so does many other ppl that yo may have inspired to get involved with paramotors. i know we would rather have you as a trainer than some random poerson. u know what ur doing and u can probably start a small business for urself teaching ppl paramotors. i know i would def pay for your instruction... hopefllyt u decide to do it becase im going to start saving up possibly by next spring i should have enough $ to get started. it is pretty expensive stuff. i cant wait to get started and learn how to fly it. how amazing it will be to glide around. thinking about the fact that i would bring it everywhere with me and fly all over
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I subscribed as soon as I saw your 1st video dude!! Nice Vids by the way.
like your page. question though. i live in middle GA. in the summer times, the weather is 95 to 100 degrees, 95 % humidity and no wind. will that be a problem when ppg?
Just to make it clear I meant your kind enough hopefully to help me out with some advice not financial I just wanted to make that clear you seem like a really nice dude
Can You demonstrate the emergence chute deployment for us. This would be the clincher on me taking up the sport.! Love your show, but would never want you to get hurt. Can it be done safely.
could you do a video on types of wings and the difference between them
also would you use a different wing in different wind conditions
I would love to see you fly over the Niagara Falls
i cannot go on living without learning to fly haha, working all summer to afford it!
so i have a few dozen skydive jumps, and i saw your reserve in this video. When you cut does that remove the motor/seat setup? Or just your main wing?
I’m 59 years old and thinking about adding paramotoring on my bucket list, what do you know about the fresh breeze motor and flight junkies?
Thanks dude. Looks like fun! 👍🏻