Paramotor in Chiang Rai

[simonhunny]

I am interested in this sport (paraglider with backpack motor) & have seen a few flying around the north of Chiang Rai. Does anyone have any info on where they fly from or a contact? thanks.

[Rsquared]

Just google paragliding in Thailand, there a few clubs around.

I flew paragliders for 8 years, a great thrill, unfortunately still a relatively new sport here in LOS.

Cheers.

[Rimmer]

Wouldn't this be better in Chiang Rai forum for local knowledge?

Moved

[Cluey]

Yes it's done here but if you aren't already an expert you're a braver man than I gunga din to take up the sport here.

I'd say do your learning and proper certification in a more developed country and then take fully responsibility for your equipment etc yourself rather than relying on others trained in Thailand.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/9686182/Microlight-instructor-dies-after-crash-while-scattering-friends-ashes.html

Same goes with SCUBA, not sure which is more dangerous.

But I'm sure many working in the industry here would disagree.

Edited June 12, 2013 by Cluey

[sunholidaysun1]

Last time I spotted these motorised paragliders was on the old Airport in down town Chiang Rai , normally at the weekends . There is usually 1 or 2 guys (Thai ) doing it. Maybe if you ask about near the Airport tower , thats where they hang out , you can find what your looking for .

[harrry]

I know you asked about Chiang Rai and I do not know anyghing about it here but there are several in ChiangMai.They could be a source of info.

Search google for paragliding chiangmai and you will get some hits including some nice videos.

[villagefarang]

They seem to get around. I saw some in Pai one time and they have even flown low past our house in Phaya Mengrai. I think someone said there are some in Baan Taa or Thoeng, but I don’t know for sure. Let us know what you find out.

[scorpio1945]

It is on my bucket list. Have flown on ultralights several times but I want to solo.

[bobbyd1]

Seen them flying over my house in Bandu and around the University lake. We have some mountains near here, I think they can launch from there. Towards Pongphrabat Waterfalls.

[scorpio1945]

It is apparently a club called Chiangrai Paramotor. I talked with a few guys for a little bit today at the air/bike show. Will investigate after thing die down. they apparently meet on Saturday mornings at the old CR Airport.

[sceadugenga]

One flew over my house a few weeks back, about 20kms from the old airport so that must have a good range.

[villagefarang]

It is on my bucket list. Have flown on ultralights several times but I want to solo.

If you get up in one of these things, we want pictures.