Tandem flights6 min read
Is Tandem Paragliding Safe? The Passenger Numbers
Is tandem paragliding safe? France's federation is the only one that reports passenger deaths separately from pilots — the real 2025 numbers, and how to check
OUT DARE — Blog
The paragliding blog
Guides, flying sites, weather and gear — written for pilots and future pilots, by the team behind OutDare.
Gear6 min read
Hike and Fly Paragliding: The Real Starter Kit Guide
Hike and fly paragliding gear, real weights and costs, and the rules that change once you're carrying your own kit up the mountain.
Destinations7 min read
Paragliding in Spain: 8 Best Sites for 2026
Where to paraglide in Spain in 2026: Algodonales, Zona Zero, Piedrahita, Àger, Tenerife — launch altitude, season and orientation for visiting pilots.
Safety5 min read
SIV Course Paragliding: What It Is & What It Costs
What actually happens at an SIV course, real 2026 prices in the US, France and Germany, how to pick a safe provider, and when it's worth booking one.
Destinations6 min read
Best Places to Paraglide in the World (2026)
The 10 best paragliding destinations on Earth for 2026, from Annecy to Bir Billing, with launch altitude, season and skill level for each site.
Safety7 min read
Paragliding Reserve Parachute: When It Saves You
What a paragliding reserve parachute actually does, when pilots decide to throw one, the real difference between reserve types, and how often to repack.
Destinations6 min read
Paragliding Rio de Janeiro: São Conrado Prices & Guide
Paragliding in Rio de Janeiro: real São Conrado tandem prices (R$850–1,350), how to verify your pilot is certified, best season and what the flight feels like.
Tandem flights7 min read
What to Wear Paragliding: A Season-by-Season Guide
What to wear paragliding by season, why it's colder in the air than on the ground, and the shoes, layers and gear that actually work for tandem flights.
Destinations6 min read
Best Places to Paraglide in Brazil: Top Sites for 2026
Brazil's best paragliding sites for 2026 — Governador Valadares, São Conrado, Quixadá and more — with season, skill level and access for each region.
Destinations7 min read
Best Places to Paraglide in Italy: Top Sites for 2026
Italy's best paragliding sites for 2026 — Dolomites, Monte Grappa, Umbria, Aosta and more — with season, skill level and access for each region.
Destinations7 min read
Paragliding Chamonix: The 2026 Pilot's Guide
Paragliding Chamonix in 2026 for pilots: Planpraz and Plan de l'Aiguille launches, Mont Blanc aerology, airspace limits, season and the Les Bois landing.
Safety5 min read
Is Paragliding Dangerous? The Real Death Rate (2026)
Is paragliding dangerous? The real 2026 death rate from FFVL, DHV and peer-reviewed data, what actually causes accidents, and how pilots cut their own risk.
Tracking & apps5 min read
Best Paragliding Apps in 2026: An Honest Comparison
There is no single best paragliding app — there are four jobs. An honest 2026 comparison of XCTrack, FlySkyHy, Gaggle, Meteo-Parapente, Windy and OutDare.
Tandem flights6 min read
Tandem Paragliding with a Fear of Heights: Honest Guide 2026
Why paragliding rarely triggers a fear of heights the way a ladder does, what the first flight actually feels like, and how to prepare if you are nervous.
Tandem flights6 min read
Paragliding Weight Limit: 25–105 kg (and Age Limits)
Most tandem operators fly passengers between 25 and 105 kg, with minimum ages from 5 to 18 depending on the country. Here is what actually applies, and why.
Destinations5 min read
Paragliding Annecy: the 2026 pilot's guide (launches & air)
Paragliding Annecy for pilots in 2026: Forclaz, Planfait and Montmin launches — orientations, aerology, season and the official Pré Vaquin landing zone.
Beginner8 min read
Do You Need a License to Paraglide? 2026 Country Guide
Do you need a licence to paraglide? Country-by-country rules for 2026 — US USHPA, UK BHPA, France FFVL, DACH, Italy, Spain, Japan, Australia and more.
Beginner7 min read
Paragliding vs Hang Gliding: An Honest 2026 Comparison
Paragliding vs hang gliding compared honestly: wing, speed, learning time, safety, real costs and transport — plus which one actually fits your goal.
Destinations7 min read
Best Paragliding Sites in France: Top 12 for 2026
Where to paraglide in France in 2026: Annecy, Saint-Hilaire, Saint-André, Millau — the top 12 with level, season and orientation for visiting pilots.
Destinations6 min read
Paragliding Near Me: How to Find Flying Sites in 2026
Paragliding near me: how to find flying sites near you in 2026 — club maps, national databases, free apps and the local checks before your first visit.
Gear6 min read
Buying a Used Paraglider: 8-Trap Inspection Checklist
How to buy a used paraglider without getting burned: 8 hidden traps, what a proper check protocol covers, and honest prices for used gear in 2026.
Skills & progression6 min read
How Do Thermals Work? A Paraglider Pilot's Visual Guide
How thermals work for paragliding: what they are, how they form, when they happen, and how to spot them from launch — the beginner's guide without jargon.
Weather6 min read
How Windy Is Too Windy for Paragliding? Wind Limits 2026
How windy is too windy for paragliding? The 2026 wind limits by pilot level, the 10 km/h gust rule, and the numbers that ground almost every pilot.
Tracking & apps6 min read
Paragliding Live Tracking: Peace of Mind for Family
Paragliding live tracking in 2026: phone vs satellite tracker, what family sees, what happens in an emergency, and honest costs (free to $400+).
Destinations5 min read
Best Paragliding Sites in the Alps: Top 10 for 2026
The 10 best paragliding sites in the Alps for 2026 — from Annecy to Bassano — with season, skill level, access and what makes each launch special for pilots.
Beginner7 min read
How Much Does Paragliding Cost? Real 2026 Prices
How much does paragliding cost in 2026? Real prices for tandem flights, lessons, new and used gear, plus the yearly costs schools rarely mention.
Beginner5 min read
How to Start Paragliding: A Beginner's Roadmap
How to start paragliding step by step: from your first tandem to a solo license, with realistic timelines, costs and how to choose a certified school in 2026.
Weather8 min read
Paragliding Weather Forecast: The 15-Minute Pilot Briefing
Read a paragliding weather forecast like a pilot: the 15-minute briefing covering wind limits, gusts, thermals, clouds and which models to trust.
Tandem flights4 min read
Tandem Paragliding: What to Expect on Your First Flight
Your first tandem paragliding flight, explained: how the launch feels, what to wear, weight limits, prices worldwide and how to pick a safe pilot.