Hi Paul, it's as close as I could get to anything like the views you have over in Australia. Get your combat wing out and beach skim. That would make an awesome video as well.
Hi Giles. What a fantastic adventure, with some wonderful scenes. Don't tell Mark but, with all the daft mistakes I make, I feel in good company at last!! Ha ha! Having video feeds from different pilots has enhanced the videos and it was great to hear you and Mark, with all your experience of flying different craft, saying how much you enjoyed the PeaBees. Cheers John
Wow, that was some beautiful video. Enjoyed the post engine failure comments, which were very insightful. One of the best videos to promote the peabee and grand tour flights.
Been looking forward all day to watching vid 2. Fantastic, watched it twice. What spectacular scenery and those machines have yet again shown off their versatility. I liked Marks account of being able to land in 50m, brilliant, no drama. Well done the three of you and ground crew. Looking forward to more of the same. Thank you for sharing. 👍👍
What a super safe machine you have there and as Mark said if the donkey quits there's no better aircraft to be in! This is just the best little video series Giles, fantastic fun. 👏👏👏
Hi Terry, do you know any other FB groups that it could be posted on? I do like to share but I'm not sure where else to post without spamming the groups.
Great to see another installment of this epic trip; just great stuff and really whets the appetite for me. Well worth the equally epic edit, Giles. Looking forward to part 3 already. 🙂
Brilliant fun. Mark dealing with an engine out (as expected a none event) and the Dead Sparrows fly by and then Top Gun came to mind with you having the "The need for speed"!
Loved everything about this video, the beach shots were just awesome. Top engine out landing from Mark and great support work from the ground crew Michelle and Mella, so cool! 🤙Troutbeck looks the bizz 😀
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Haha. Starting to build a fleet of two wheeled things, looks like a need a fleet of winged things too, especially if you're going to keep coming to play in my playground up here. It's a beautiful part of the country to fly in isn't it.
Fantastic! Well handled by Mark - apart from maybe not putting the plug back on right in the first place 😂 Glad that all worked out well 😀 St Michael's is on my list for destinations, hopefully soon! Shame the weather has put a stop to the Flexwing Fly-in this coming weekend 😟
Hi Mike, I think you'll like part 3, but I think you'll like part 4 even more. It was a shame we couldn't meet up. Yes, gutted the Fly-in wasn't happening but the weather has just been rubbish lately.
Really enjoyable episode Giles, some nice photo's. Glad you all made it this far. I had something similar when I was flying my Parajet with a moster 185. Heard a nasty bang, then the engine ran like crap, would rev and was very lumpy. I cut the engine and landed out. A short while later the engine started and ran fine. Clive reckoned it could have been carb icing?
Hi Sandy, I still remember the video that you made on that very flight. I do remember us chatting about it. Personally I've never experienced Carb icing on my Moster but that could just be luck. Glad you are enjoying the video, more to come. I do need to catch up on your Bike tour videos.
Great vid. You were definitely having a memorable journey. Will have to join you at some point though it’s looking like I won’t be able to make the September one atm.
Wonderful trip Giles 👍 We are planning Little trips now and flying every moment weather and work permit. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the journey 😎👍 P.S. Never say never 🙂
Hi Kevin, glad you enjoyed it. These have been really big edits and I'm working on part 4. Each episode is about 1-2 days to edit from morning to evening. I really enjoy making these videos and your support to the channel is always appreciated.
Well done Giles another Great video ! Especially enjoyed the low level over coast and amazing views of lake district. Noticed you were pulling on to vatch up ,was your Hang Point further back than the Ben and Marks or are you lighter?
Hi Peter, we were all in the same hang point, I had a battern pop on the trailing edge which was causing my HOT to be slower. It was resolved on the next leg. But Mark is much heavier than I am.
Maybe next time I’ll follow in my car! I’m doing great thanks. Calling into Darley Moor next Friday so might see you if you’re around. Hope you’re good too?
Hello Giles, I was wondering if you fly with a reserve parachute, and if so, where it's located on the trike? Great video (as usual), and great fun. Cheers
Hi Sam, I used to but have recently removed it ( it was located behind my head). I have the headbox which gives me easier storage. It is a risk not having it now.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Luckily these are pretty strong aircraft. It is fairly rare for a delta wing to fail in flight and usually only happens due to radical aerobatic maneuvers or not assembling the wing properly, or maybe neglected inspections and maintenance. From what I've seen, I'd never fry a paraglider/paramotor without a reserve. I've been pondering whether I want to continue flying with my reserve. I probably will. Better to not need it and have it than the other way around. Looking forward to the next leg of this journey.
@@huffpappy I have thought about it a lot and yes, structural failure would be the only need for it. I always do a really thorough preflight and check flying wires. All the other aircraft ( flexwings) that I fly have similar set ups. Yes with paramotoring and paragliding, reserve is an absolute MUST HAVE. See you in the comments next week. Always appreciate your comments and support. :)
@@GolfFoxtrot22 "structural failure would be the only need for it." Structural failures that have occurred that can arguably be unpredictable include mid-air collision and sail damage from propeller failure/propeller strike. Great videos, looking forward to part 3
Hi Lee, welcome to the channel. How are you getting on with your lessons? ( I know the weather has been pants). Would you mind dropping a comment here or via the Flight Briefing Room facebook page, I love knowing about people's flying journeys.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 morning Giles I'm really interested in pb.s would love to come down to Darly Moore in April for some lessons with you guys hopefully you can fit me in ... Shobdon air field were I did some training I love it love to book with Mark or you if your free April 2 to 6 thanks regards lee..
@@welshwebber1 hi Lee, have a look at the Micro Aviation website Microaviatio co.uk it has all the details of how they contact the school. It would be a pleasure to fly with you.
Brilliant video! Really enjoyed watching - looks like a lot of fun! Lake district from Cornwall via Wales definitely on my bucket list! Join me! Summer 2015!
@@GolfFoxtrot22 😂 well you’ll just have to have more gratuitous flights in stunning parts of the U.K. and Europe , before heading to South America… just a thought
Beautiful scenery. Engine failure or mechanic failure? LOL As Mark pointed out, loss of thrust in a light single place trike is almost a non-event over farmland. Happy it all ended well. 😊
@@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946 😃 I'm guilty of watching / listening to the video at a speed > normal. 😳 Agreed there were some bodies of water so certainly could have ended with a swim. Thankful you didn't get wet. I'm not a UK native so my vision of the UK is farmland with green grass. I do live a sheltered life. Guess I need to visit. 🤔 My idea of lakes is something like the state of Minnesota, USA. 😁
@@GolfFoxtrot22 LOL that works. Preventative maintenance that prevents you from flying. I believe a Brit named Conrad Waddington researched this issue during WW II. Interesting work.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 ... LJ2 ( Luvly Jubbly for the second time in this XC) 😉 PS: ... Had a similar engine out years ago ... when my spark plug nipple decided to gradually unscrew itself ... was nice and high, and glided all the way back to normal landing field 👍)
Oyyyy! Dont knock the quikr. 😢 I need something fast enough to keep up with fix wing pilots because trike pilots here wont mingle. Also the distances I cover during an adventure, I like to land before ~dark. 😊
Hi Stewart, I suppose we look at it from a teaching perspective rather than speed but even then, it's hard work for me in the rear seat. 70 mph it's OK, any faster, as you know, it just gets heavy and more rough. I don't know how you cope with your thermic conditions.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 I often talk about the thermic conditions here in my videos. I can't imagine from the back seat though. It's even warm and thermic here now - middle of winter. I should get a gyro 😁
Hi Gayle, no issues at all. Because the controls a light it's nothing that those conditions wouldn't stop me. The next question is do you have to? But that's a personal comfort question.
Hi Giles, I got a response from Michelle, but it’s been a while. She was waiting for some of the supplier costs to settle down a bit, but hasn’t gotten back to me yet. I’ll send her a reminder. On another note, I’m glad that Mark told us that it was a loose spark plug cap. It drives me crazy when someone has an engine out and then never tells you the cause. Thanks for the excellent video! Particularly liked the beach footage.
@@Graham_lee as you might have seen in some of my earlier videos it's how I started as well. I seriously don't regret it as its definitely opened my flying weather window going down the Sub70 Flexwing route.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Yes I have seen some of your early videos. The weather window is the issue and reason I would now like to go down this route, Im so impressed with the Pbee and its ability to take off and land in such a short distance and its ability to withstand turbulence that I would struggle with in the paramotor. It wont be long before I make the transition. Thanks for getting back Giles and take care
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Awesome beach , it's inspired me to get mine back out 👍🇦🇺
Hi Paul, it's as close as I could get to anything like the views you have over in Australia. Get your combat wing out and beach skim. That would make an awesome video as well.
Hi Giles. What a fantastic adventure, with some wonderful scenes. Don't tell Mark but, with all the daft mistakes I make, I feel in good company at last!! Ha ha! Having video feeds from different pilots has enhanced the videos and it was great to hear you and Mark, with all your experience of flying different craft, saying how much you enjoyed the PeaBees. Cheers John
Every flight is a learning experience and never stop learning. Can we have some good weather please John!
Wow, that was some beautiful video. Enjoyed the post engine failure comments, which were very insightful. One of the best videos to promote the peabee and grand tour flights.
HI Lee, it certainly was an epic beginning to the Grand Tours. Glad you enjoyed it, it was a bit of monster edit.
Been looking forward all day to watching vid 2. Fantastic, watched it twice. What spectacular scenery and those machines have yet again shown off their versatility. I liked Marks account of being able to land in 50m, brilliant, no drama. Well done the three of you and ground crew. Looking forward to more of the same. Thank you for sharing. 👍👍
Hi Ged, Part 3 has even more fun stuff and antics. It's the way we teach it, and doing it proves it. :)
Fantastic Giles, looking forward to next vid. I want one, 🤞🤞
What a super safe machine you have there and as Mark said if the donkey quits there's no better aircraft to be in! This is just the best little video series Giles, fantastic fun. 👏👏👏
Hi Terry, do you know any other FB groups that it could be posted on? I do like to share but I'm not sure where else to post without spamming the groups.
Great to see another installment of this epic trip; just great stuff and really whets the appetite for me. Well worth the equally epic edit, Giles. Looking forward to part 3 already. 🙂
Hi Dan, it was a great journey and I hope these encourage more to stretch their legs. You'll be there before you know it.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 I hope so! Fingers crossed for the weather next week. 🤞
Wow. What a difference a change of scenery makes. Awesome shots flying over the beach. Now I’m really fed up I missed out. Great video Giles. 👍👍👍
Hi Paul, as Mark said, it's one of those places we have to go back to. You could probably make it on one tank.
Don’t think my internal tank (bladder) would permit it in one hop.
@paulieb796 haha, yes, I didn't think about that bit. 😂
I’ve given you the dates, Mrs B’s coming 🤷🏻♂️
@@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946 I’m working on the time off. That video makes flying over normal fields almost look a bit boring!
Brilliant fun. Mark dealing with an engine out (as expected a none event) and the Dead Sparrows fly by and then Top Gun came to mind with you having the "The need for speed"!
Hi Algy, yes it was nice that it was a non-event. Troutbeck and the views really made day 1 so special.
Loved everything about this video, the beach shots were just awesome. Top engine out landing from Mark and great support work from the ground crew Michelle and Mella, so cool! 🤙Troutbeck looks the bizz 😀
Hi Ian, its trips like this that we hope will encourage others to stretch their legs and fly further.
I'm on the list 👍🏻😉
Brilliant Giles, as usual. It's getting harder to sleep at night waiting for these installments. 😂 Keep them coming
Haha, I might have to take a break after these edits, they are monsters. Glad you are enjoying them.
Best video yet! Makes you feel like you're along for the trip!!
Cheers Carl...we need to get you on one of these adventures.. Beats that 2 wheeled thing you have..haha.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Haha. Starting to build a fleet of two wheeled things, looks like a need a fleet of winged things too, especially if you're going to keep coming to play in my playground up here. It's a beautiful part of the country to fly in isn't it.
Certainly is buddy.
Fantastic! Well handled by Mark - apart from maybe not putting the plug back on right in the first place 😂 Glad that all worked out well 😀 St Michael's is on my list for destinations, hopefully soon! Shame the weather has put a stop to the Flexwing Fly-in this coming weekend 😟
Hi Mike, I think you'll like part 3, but I think you'll like part 4 even more. It was a shame we couldn't meet up. Yes, gutted the Fly-in wasn't happening but the weather has just been rubbish lately.
I was looking forward to this Giles, and you didn’t disappoint! A great watch 👌👍👏👏
Hi Kevin, Its been fun putting these together, not quick edits but definitely worth the time. I'm glad it didn't disappoint.
Brilliant Giles, really enjoying watching your adventure mate it’s feel good fab 👏👏
Hi Fred, bring on the good weather and get you back in the air. Then a Grand Tour with your name on it.
Flippin dead right pal, I'm up for that 👍
Fantastic
Danny, I did look for the cricket pitch when I was edting to see if I could spot you.
So, glamping. Having all your camping equipment ferried around for you. Next time byo. 😊 (still looks fun though)
Hi Chris, we were breaking new ground so having the trailer just made sense. It was genuinely a wonderful experience.
Don’t you mean Flamping? 😂
@@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946 glamfing?
Good training, good tech, great flight eperiences, no matter what challenges you.
Great footage and stills. Mark looks cool in his specs.
Hi Alan, great to see you in the comments section. Good training always pays off. It was a brilliant few days.
Nice trip. Looks lovely. 😃
Hi David, it could be in your future.... Never say never.
smiled throughout the entire video. thank you.
Ho Andres, good to see you back in the comments. I'm glad it made you smile, it was fun to edit this one. I think you'll enjoy part 3.
Amazing Video Giles. As you’ve said before, it doesn’t matter what you fly, it’s about the Journey. What a journey you’ve just had ✈️😊
Hi David, so very true. It doesn't need to completed at speed.
Super video so exciting... Well done
Hi Al, we are slowly making our way towards you ;)
Thoroughly enjoyed the video Giles. At last I have internet so I have a lot of catching up to do! 👍😎
Hi Tim, good to see you back on line. I'm just watching yours.
Really enjoyable episode Giles, some nice photo's. Glad you all made it this far.
I had something similar when I was flying my Parajet with a moster 185. Heard a nasty bang, then the engine ran like crap, would rev and was very lumpy. I cut the engine and landed out.
A short while later the engine started and ran fine. Clive reckoned it could have been carb icing?
Hi Sandy, I still remember the video that you made on that very flight. I do remember us chatting about it. Personally I've never experienced Carb icing on my Moster but that could just be luck. Glad you are enjoying the video, more to come. I do need to catch up on your Bike tour videos.
A really great video! Enjoyed that 👍🏼
Hi Geoff, I think Troutbeck is just a lovely place to visit.
Great vid. You were definitely having a memorable journey. Will have to join you at some point though it’s looking like I won’t be able to make the September one atm.
Oh no, I'm guessing you are working away. Get you name down Nick for a future one as I know we want to run more of these.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Yes, usual story. I’ve registered my interest so should hopefully be told of future dates.
Wonderful trip Giles 👍
We are planning Little trips now and flying every moment weather and work permit.
Looking forward to seeing the rest of the journey 😎👍 P.S. Never say never 🙂
Hi Blue, I'm excited about the next "little" trip or what ever that might be. I'm looking forward to releasing part 3.
Excellent Episode well worth the wait...its too long to wait for the next episode though..guess I will have to suffer😂
Hi Kevin, glad you enjoyed it. These have been really big edits and I'm working on part 4. Each episode is about 1-2 days to edit from morning to evening. I really enjoy making these videos and your support to the channel is always appreciated.
Well done Giles another Great video ! Especially enjoyed the low level over coast and amazing views of lake district. Noticed you were pulling on to vatch up ,was your Hang Point further back than the Ben and Marks or are you lighter?
Hi Peter, we were all in the same hang point, I had a battern pop on the trailing edge which was causing my HOT to be slower. It was resolved on the next leg. But Mark is much heavier than I am.
Absolutely incredible guys! Crazy jealous
Hi Duncan, you need to put your name down for the up coming Grand Tour from Troutbeck?
Absolutely fantastic guys really enjoyed this ...ps yes I use Absolutely many times too 😂👍🏻
Hi Andy, thanks for watching. I think I might have missed the context of your comment.
Love all the footage Giles
Hi Martin, phots are not of your quality but flying in formation and taking pictures was a little challenging at times. I hope you are keeping well.
Maybe next time I’ll follow in my car! I’m doing great thanks. Calling into Darley Moor next Friday so might see you if you’re around. Hope you’re good too?
@MartinCoulson-zt7pm I should be up there then.
Loving it! ❤🙌
I thought you might like it.
When are you going to open a school in Cornwall for us that don’t live in middle England. Come on holiday and learn to fly at the same time.😜👍
🤔 don’t tell Michelle, she loves that part of the world
Yeah, seriously don't mention it.... Ideas like that become reality. 😁.
Hello Giles,
I was wondering if you fly with a reserve parachute, and if so, where it's located on the trike?
Great video (as usual), and great fun.
Cheers
Hi Sam, I used to but have recently removed it ( it was located behind my head). I have the headbox which gives me easier storage. It is a risk not having it now.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Luckily these are pretty strong aircraft. It is fairly rare for a delta wing to fail in flight and usually only happens due to radical aerobatic maneuvers or not assembling the wing properly, or maybe neglected inspections and maintenance. From what I've seen, I'd never fry a paraglider/paramotor without a reserve. I've been pondering whether I want to continue flying with my reserve. I probably will. Better to not need it and have it than the other way around.
Looking forward to the next leg of this journey.
@@huffpappy I have thought about it a lot and yes, structural failure would be the only need for it. I always do a really thorough preflight and check flying wires. All the other aircraft ( flexwings) that I fly have similar set ups. Yes with paramotoring and paragliding, reserve is an absolute MUST HAVE. See you in the comments next week. Always appreciate your comments and support. :)
@@GolfFoxtrot22 "structural failure would be the only need for it." Structural failures that have occurred that can arguably be unpredictable include mid-air collision and sail damage from propeller failure/propeller strike.
Great videos, looking forward to part 3
I need sub 70 training iv had 4 hours flex wing .really love videos m8 don't stop please help... You and Mark inspire me thank you..
Hi Lee, welcome to the channel. How are you getting on with your lessons? ( I know the weather has been pants). Would you mind dropping a comment here or via the Flight Briefing Room facebook page, I love knowing about people's flying journeys.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 morning Giles I'm really interested in pb.s would love to come down to Darly Moore in April for some lessons with you guys hopefully you can fit me in ... Shobdon air field were I did some training I love it love to book with Mark or you if your free April 2 to 6 thanks regards lee..
@@welshwebber1 hi Lee, have a look at the Micro Aviation website Microaviatio co.uk it has all the details of how they contact the school. It would be a pleasure to fly with you.
Brilliant video! Really enjoyed watching - looks like a lot of fun! Lake district from Cornwall via Wales definitely on my bucket list! Join me! Summer 2015!
Hi Dave, thanks. Summer 2015, are we going back in time?
@@GolfFoxtrot22 haha! whoops! 2025! blimey times going so quick!
Top film, no idea what your going to do for content after this series, bar a tad high bud 😊
Probably back to reality with a bump.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 😂 well you’ll just have to have more gratuitous flights in stunning parts of the U.K. and Europe , before heading to South America… just a thought
I wish we could fly in Europe, SSDRs aren't recognised.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 sigh
Beautiful scenery. Engine failure or mechanic failure? LOL As Mark pointed out, loss of thrust in a light single place trike is almost a non-event over farmland. Happy it all ended well. 😊
Definitely mechanic failure, though I don’t know if I’d describe the lakes as farm land 🤔
Or you could call it pilot induced mechanical failure 😂
@@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946 😃 I'm guilty of watching / listening to the video at a speed > normal. 😳 Agreed there were some bodies of water so certainly could have ended with a swim. Thankful you didn't get wet. I'm not a UK native so my vision of the UK is farmland with green grass. I do live a sheltered life. Guess I need to visit. 🤔 My idea of lakes is something like the state of Minnesota, USA. 😁
@@GolfFoxtrot22 LOL that works. Preventative maintenance that prevents you from flying. I believe a Brit named Conrad Waddington researched this issue during WW II. Interesting work.
@@DougBow96 ouuhh, I'll have a look.
Wow 👍
It was kind of one of those flights Patrick.
Luvly Jubbly 😀 erm ... TWO
Two?
@@GolfFoxtrot22 ... LJ2 ( Luvly Jubbly for the second time in this XC) 😉
PS: ... Had a similar engine out years ago ... when my spark plug nipple decided to gradually unscrew itself ... was nice and high, and glided all the way back to normal landing field 👍)
@@BrianTurboT ahh OK. Well this will be over 5 parts so more to come.
Oyyyy! Dont knock the quikr. 😢 I need something fast enough to keep up with fix wing pilots because trike pilots here wont mingle. Also the distances I cover during an adventure, I like to land before ~dark. 😊
Hi Stewart, I suppose we look at it from a teaching perspective rather than speed but even then, it's hard work for me in the rear seat. 70 mph it's OK, any faster, as you know, it just gets heavy and more rough. I don't know how you cope with your thermic conditions.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 I often talk about the thermic conditions here in my videos. I can't imagine from the back seat though. It's even warm and thermic here now - middle of winter. I should get a gyro 😁
@@CrayonboxAviationAdventures a friend of mine has done exactly that, but he come from a rotary background.
How was it landing and taking off in the thermic conditions?
Hi Gayle, no issues at all. Because the controls a light it's nothing that those conditions wouldn't stop me. The next question is do you have to? But that's a personal comfort question.
Is the Peabee the only one that folds up to put in a vehicle or can the BivvyBee fold too?
They can all fold up. The Adam is only one that has the retracts. The wheels still fold in on the others, you just have to remove a pin.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Thank you. You're awesome. If you had to buy another one and could only own one, which would it be and with what engine?
I bought the NiNE, with the Polini 303 which I am still getting confidence in.
I would love to own something like a Raptor, just need to know what it would cost to get one to the US. Hint, hint.
Hi Tom, did you manage to get a response from Michelle at Micro Aviation? Hint taken. :)
Hi Giles, I got a response from Michelle, but it’s been a while. She was waiting for some of the supplier costs to settle down a bit, but hasn’t gotten back to me yet. I’ll send her a reminder. On another note, I’m glad that Mark told us that it was a loose spark plug cap. It drives me crazy when someone has an engine out and then never tells you the cause. Thanks for the excellent video! Particularly liked the beach footage.
@@tomcoryell The beach low was just epic.
Email will be sent today 👍🏻
@@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946 Thanks!
Mint. So want to do this
Hi Graham, I think you'll enjoy the other legs as well. Do you fly at the moment?
@@GolfFoxtrot22 I currently fly paraglider but also have a paramotor but not been able to get out much this year
@@Graham_lee as you might have seen in some of my earlier videos it's how I started as well. I seriously don't regret it as its definitely opened my flying weather window going down the Sub70 Flexwing route.
@@GolfFoxtrot22 Yes I have seen some of your early videos. The weather window is the issue and reason I would now like to go down this route, Im so impressed with the Pbee and its ability to take off and land in such a short distance and its ability to withstand turbulence that I would struggle with in the paramotor. It wont be long before I make the transition. Thanks for getting back Giles and take care
@@Graham_lee my pleasure and welcome to the channel.