yep...Agree another great video...more so because i'm sort of famous...it was me who asked Ben about the possibility of the fairings :-) good to see they have been well received from both existing and new customers..Not so good for Ben...Sorry Ben. 😁 On another note Giles, are you getting your new trailer custom built?..wanting to do the same at some point👍😁
Ahh Kevin, thank you for the suggestion. I'm getting a standard trailer from Phoenix Trailers, 8x5x5 single axle. Family company and very helpful, also the cheapest I have found for what you get.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 - but going by initial impressions, how would you say PeaBee2 compares to Adam, leaving aside the retractable wheels? Adam was noticeably more pared down & streamlined, and PeaBee2 seems to be too. Does this bode a trend for the future?
It is great thing the Ben is doing with the customer base being able to feed into the development and makes the company 1 step if not 2 above others out there.
Love your channel, I remember watching a documentary in 1985 called rally in the sky by Sid Perou which gave me an interest in microlight aircraft and a career in the RAF. Coming up to retirement I may even finally find the time and money to learn to fly one
Hi Richard, it's amazing the influences we have that then go on later in life and we still remember where it stemmed from. I have to admit I left the RAF and am thoroughly enjoying the new direction. What did you do in the RAF? If you don't mind me asking.
Another great video, always good to hear from Ben, such an interesting guy. The guys will be busy trying to keep up with orders! As soon as pricing etc is sorted for the storable wing fold kit my order will be in!
Hi Giles. Your PeaBee looks more beautiful every time we see it! The wingfold stowage is a great idea - very neat. I've bought my new trailer, so will continue to keep the Adam at home with the wing detached. But if I ever get to fly to other parts, the new kit will be my next 'must have'. Happy birthday to Ben - and, yes: "Freedom for Ukraine!". John
Hi John, I can't believe how far the PeaBee /Adam have come and I will be getting a wing fold kit, but I think I'll go for Mark's carbon version.. Just because. Happy flying and I hope the trailer works out. I collect my new trailer in a few weeks.
Thanks Giles for a great video. I'm excited to get mine! Ben says it's finished, just needs to ship. However because of the war I won't have a wing for a while. I had ordered an Adam wing but Aeros is shut down for who knows how long. I guess I can use it as a go kart. :)
It does get a bit expensive going back to Flylight but the grin factor of flying them can't put a value on that. I do completely understand where you are coming from. I sold a motorbike and a few other things to buy mine.
Yet another very informative and entertaining video Giles, thank you. I'm really looking forward to receiving my machine.... Will it be a PeaBee 2 now...?
Ooh. I wander if the hand throttle can be fitted to the BIvvyBee trike with a Black Bull engine? Also fancy the fairing for extra storage. I think I might be parting with more cash soon!
Hello Giles, The new Peabee 2 looks like an awesome machine. I wish Ben's products were more available in the US. I came across a video from Scout Paramotors about their experimental new prop that automatically changes its pitch depending on engine RPM. Initial test indicate a 33% fuel savings. I don't know if the links will be allowed, but here are the titles you can search on RUclips to find the two videos they have posted. This looks like it might be a game changer for our crazy flying machines. First video: Will this be the best paramotor propeller in the world? Variomatic propeller Second video: Very precise measurement of fuel consumption - paramotor experiment. Cheers mate, Sam Huff
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Wow like it’s Him! A most talented guy 👍as we all knew anyway 🤝 So what’s up his sleeve next to enthrall us with…. Any spoilers alters Giles????
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Giles, one has to wonder whether some sort of rigid wing will be on the radar, after Ben tried the Atos. 17/1 LD plus Adam trike from the factory, just imagine!!
@@AuzCoastflyer I have actually spoken to Ben about the ATOS after he built one for a customer. The ATOS in his words, isn't that fast and can't be SUB70 so doesn't really add any value. The cost of the ATOS is also prohibitory expensive as well. I don't think Ben is up for making his own wings, that's why he works so closely with AEROS. I hope that helps.
Just catching up with my aviation viewing Giles, forgive my flexwing ignorance. what the purpose of the are the poles in the rear faring? do they act as a sort of tie down kit? Or are they actually from within the wing?
Hi Stratotramp, they are for when you fold the wings back for stowage. If you have a look back at a video with a remove before flight tag on the Thumbnail, it shows me rigging it and you will see some black rods. If we wanted to land away over night somewhere, there was no way of carrying the original poles, so the ones in the fin pocket are just for that. I hope that helps.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 will have a look cheers! this afternoon I've made a stratotramp tee for popham so people can identify me and abuse my flying. Will come and find you at some point and say hi. Unfortunately I'm still driving in though!
If you contact Flylight and let them know your thoughts, as they are the manufacturer. It's been working very well for me so far. What do you fly at the moment?
@@GolfFoxtrot22 I don’t fly anything at the moment but have been have been looking at ultralights in depth. So this was a through only. Practically I have to defer to active pilots. Love the simplicity of the PeaBee family of ultralights.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Watched a ton of your videos. Thank you for sharing your adventures. I have ran a Paramotor school here in the USA for 8 years this July. My training partner and I definitely want to give the PeaBee a go. Who knows after that 😉
yep...Agree another great video...more so because i'm sort of famous...it was me who asked Ben about the possibility of the fairings :-) good to see they have been well received from both existing and new customers..Not so good for Ben...Sorry Ben. 😁
On another note Giles, are you getting your new trailer custom built?..wanting to do the same at some point👍😁
Ahh Kevin, thank you for the suggestion. I'm getting a standard trailer from Phoenix Trailers, 8x5x5 single axle. Family company and very helpful, also the cheapest I have found for what you get.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 - it really looks quite striking. When will we see you flying this?
@@manofsan I've been away on a course for the past month but I hope to get some air time soon. I have a few other videos to edit first.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 - but going by initial impressions, how would you say PeaBee2 compares to Adam, leaving aside the retractable wheels? Adam was noticeably more pared down & streamlined, and PeaBee2 seems to be too. Does this bode a trend for the future?
@@manofsan apart from the wheels, they are identical and you can have Adam wing on a Peabee as well.
Great to keep up to date with the evolution of this superb flying machine. Thanks for this, Giles. 👍😁
Hi Dan, it's hard to keep up with what is going on in Ben's head. But yes seeing all the developments first hand is a good thing.
It is great thing the Ben is doing with the customer base being able to feed into the development and makes the company 1 step if not 2 above others out there.
It's been great seeing those developments as well over the life of the PeaBee/Adam.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 It is just a fantastic way to keep / engage customers and demonstrate their worth.
Foldable Wingfold kit and storage is for sure a winner.
It's little genius ideas that sets the PeaBee apart from other designs.
That's one flash machine now Giles. What a great company and so responsive. Love it.
Hi Terry, it's been great seeing the process and the creativity behind Ben's machines.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 they seem great people
Love your channel, I remember watching a documentary in 1985 called rally in the sky by Sid Perou which gave me an interest in microlight aircraft and a career in the RAF. Coming up to retirement I may even finally find the time and money to learn to fly one
Hi Richard, it's amazing the influences we have that then go on later in life and we still remember where it stemmed from. I have to admit I left the RAF and am thoroughly enjoying the new direction. What did you do in the RAF? If you don't mind me asking.
Another great video, always good to hear from Ben, such an interesting guy.
The guys will be busy trying to keep up with orders! As soon as pricing etc is sorted for the storable wing fold kit my order will be in!
I'll have to try and get my order in ahead of yours..lol
Another useful video, thanks Giles! Must get the wing fold strut fairing, but more importantly start getting some airtime on my Adam first!
Hello Peter, Ben never seems to stop improving things..my bank balance doesn't like it. Fingers crossed for wings being back in production soon.
Great to see Ben and the latest mods Giles! My PeaBee seems positively vintage now!!
But I bet it flies beautifully and makes you smile when you fly.
That engine is a work of art.
The Vittorazi Moster Factory R is certainly very slick.
Hi Giles. Your PeaBee looks more beautiful every time we see it! The wingfold stowage is a great idea - very neat. I've bought my new trailer, so will continue to keep the Adam at home with the wing detached. But if I ever get to fly to other parts, the new kit will be my next 'must have'. Happy birthday to Ben - and, yes: "Freedom for Ukraine!". John
Hi John, I can't believe how far the PeaBee /Adam have come and I will be getting a wing fold kit, but I think I'll go for Mark's carbon version.. Just because. Happy flying and I hope the trailer works out. I collect my new trailer in a few weeks.
Like the look of the wingfold kit storage bit.
It's absolute genius.
Excellent video again
Hi Al, it's nearly as expensive as model helicopters going back to Flylight 😊
But you have much more fun I bet...
Thanks Giles for a great video. I'm excited to get mine! Ben says it's finished, just needs to ship. However because of the war I won't have a wing for a while. I had ordered an Adam wing but Aeros is shut down for who knows how long. I guess I can use it as a go kart. :)
I completely understand, but I do know they are trying other avenues to get the wings made so don't loose hope.
Fabulous looking machine
Ben's brain just never stops creating amazing things.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Maybe one day I will afford one 🙂
It does get a bit expensive going back to Flylight but the grin factor of flying them can't put a value on that. I do completely understand where you are coming from. I sold a motorbike and a few other things to buy mine.
Excellent 👍
I also did an upgrade and have ordered a new engine. I will go to the site and see if I can order to that throttle!!
Safe Landings
Hi Patrick, what engine did you get in the end?
@@GolfFoxtrot22 ordered the HE Raptor.
Brilliant!
Hi Steve, Ben is very good at listening to customers.
More toys to add to my machine when I order it!
Ben is nicely frustrating, you think you have the full spec, then he goes and makes it look better.
Great to see the new video Giles. Time to retrofit the Adam I think.
I don't think there is much you need to upgrade to as you can't fit the undercarriage fairings.
Could I fit the wing fold kit carrier?
Brill love the gadgets
Gadgets are good. I'm sure you'll be able to upgrade yours.
Yet another very informative and entertaining video Giles, thank you. I'm really looking forward to receiving my machine.... Will it be a PeaBee 2 now...?
I think yours will be. It was just great to be able to just chat to Ben and understand where all the ideas came from.
Ooh. I wander if the hand throttle can be fitted to the BIvvyBee trike with a Black Bull engine? Also fancy the fairing for extra storage. I think I might be parting with more cash soon!
I know that the hand throttle can be fitted. The setup is exactly the same as my machine. He does make some nice additions doesn't he. 😁
Happy birthday
Hi Ronald, not sure which birthday you are referring to. Welcome to the channel.
All mine needs to be a Mk2 are the mast and undercarriage fairings, have to look into those, especially the undercarriage.
Hi Nicholas, they do seem to add the certain 'something' don't they.
Hello Giles,
The new Peabee 2 looks like an awesome machine. I wish Ben's products were more available in the US.
I came across a video from Scout Paramotors about their experimental new prop that automatically changes its pitch depending on engine RPM. Initial test indicate a 33% fuel savings. I don't know if the links will be allowed, but here are the titles you can search on RUclips to find the two videos they have posted. This looks like it might be a game changer for our crazy flying machines.
First video:
Will this be the best paramotor propeller in the world? Variomatic propeller
Second video:
Very precise measurement of fuel consumption - paramotor experiment.
Cheers mate,
Sam Huff
Hi Sam, I saw the same video and Ben is aware. I'm excited to see when production and costs are out for it.
Bravo
Ben is definitely a gifted designer.
Great workmanship on those Peabee fabric parts 👏who does that brilliant stitching with the perfect piping?
Hi Heli Handler, Ben makes all on parts site. He has a wonderful range of sewing machines, you might just be able to see them in the clips at the end.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Wow like it’s Him!
A most talented guy 👍as we all knew anyway 🤝
So what’s up his sleeve next to enthrall us with…. Any spoilers alters Giles????
I'm not sure of any new plans, I think Ben would just like to sort the wing situation at the moment.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Giles, one has to wonder whether some sort of rigid wing will be on the radar, after Ben tried the Atos. 17/1 LD plus Adam trike from the factory, just imagine!!
@@AuzCoastflyer I have actually spoken to Ben about the ATOS after he built one for a customer. The ATOS in his words, isn't that fast and can't be SUB70 so doesn't really add any value. The cost of the ATOS is also prohibitory expensive as well. I don't think Ben is up for making his own wings, that's why he works so closely with AEROS. I hope that helps.
Just catching up with my aviation viewing Giles, forgive my flexwing ignorance. what the purpose of the are the poles in the rear faring? do they act as a sort of tie down kit? Or are they actually from within the wing?
Hi Stratotramp, they are for when you fold the wings back for stowage. If you have a look back at a video with a remove before flight tag on the Thumbnail, it shows me rigging it and you will see some black rods. If we wanted to land away over night somewhere, there was no way of carrying the original poles, so the ones in the fin pocket are just for that. I hope that helps.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 will have a look cheers! this afternoon I've made a stratotramp tee for popham so people can identify me and abuse my flying. Will come and find you at some point and say hi. Unfortunately I'm still driving in though!
It will be good to meet you in person. I'll be on the Flylight Micro-Maintenance stand.
Another awesome vid :-). Are the bungees on the harness an upgrade too?
Hi Tony, the bungee is my bodge, Ben has replaced that with a proper tab.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 mine has been switched in and it feels very comfortable. Very neatly done to be honest.
@@asquaddie I know Ben has made a harness upgrade since I mentioned about not being able to reach forward.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 You missed that upgrade out then. 😊 it is stitched into the top and feels very good. Well done Ben 👌
Hand throttle should probably be shaped more like a gear knob sticking up. A side bar sticking out is not as accessible IMO. Just a thought.
If you contact Flylight and let them know your thoughts, as they are the manufacturer. It's been working very well for me so far. What do you fly at the moment?
@@GolfFoxtrot22 I don’t fly anything at the moment but have been have been looking at ultralights in depth. So this was a through only. Practically I have to defer to active pilots. Love the simplicity of the PeaBee family of ultralights.
@@GodzillaGoesGaga they are very much form and function but designed by an artist.
Sent Ben an email. Hope to hear back soon.
Hi Cody, I know Ben has been away on holiday but is back now.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Watched a ton of your videos. Thank you for sharing your adventures. I have ran a Paramotor school here in the USA for 8 years this July. My training partner and I definitely want to give the PeaBee a go. Who knows after that 😉
@@bikemancody2752 it's a slippery slope. I have no regrets. Thanks for supporting the channel.