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Episode 103- Chris Gursky and Don’t Let Go
Hang On. That’s what Chris Gursky had to do for the longest 2 minutes and 14 seconds of his life on his first ever Hang Gliding flight. In what has been dubbed the “Swiss Mishap”, this American got a little more adventure than he was looking for in Interlaken when his pilot forgot to clip him in. This is his truly amazing story. You’re in for a doozy. Enjoy!
Show Notes:
* Laurent recounts his history of flying since 2001 and the genesis of the Vercofly
* How the VercoFly works
* How to get into hike and fly
* Tips for being safe in hike and fly races
* Minimum ability level to have to participate in the VercoFly
* Laurent recommends some of the MANY hike and fly races in the Alps
* What to know before you go fly in the Alps for your first time
* 3 things newer pilots tend to screw up
* Want to be safe? Fly a lot!
* Listen to your inner self
* Advice for staying safe
* Laurent recounts his one accident
Mentioned in this episode:
Nick Greece, Wolfgang Seiss, Chris Gursky