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Cloudbase Mayhem Podcast
Hosted by Gavin McClurg · EN
Free flight podcast hosted by Gavin McClurg
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#278: Patagonia Convergence, Acro Mastery, and the Truth about SIV with Kris Holub
2w ago00:42:57Tap to summarizeKris Holub is one of the most versatile pilots in the American free-flight community — an accomplished acro competitor, XC pilot, and SIV/acro instructor who has spent the last four years running clinics out of Oludeniz, Turkey. Gavin sat down with Kris in person during a weather day at the US Nationals in Chelan this June to talk about his extraordinary winter season in Bariloche, Argentina, where he and his friend Marcos Rosenkjer explored one of the most underrated and unknown and seriously awesome XC destinations in the world — and capped it off with a 345km convergence flight into the Patagonian desert.
Transcribe →#277 Mastering the Skies with Chandler Papas
4w ago01:16:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode I sit down for a super fun chat with longtime instructor and one of the coolest cats around, Chandler Papas, the owner of Desert Wind Paragliding. Chandler shares his life-long journey into paragliding, the importance of good instruction, risk management, and cultivating gratitude for a safer and more fulfilling flying experience.
Transcribe →#276 Hang Gliding Unveiled: Safety, Gear, and Growth Strategies with Erika Klein
Jul 101:11:44Tap to summarizeVeteran Hang Gliding pilot Erika Klein shares her journey into the sport, the unique aspects of dune flying, and insights on safety, gear, and growing the sport. This episode offers valuable tips for beginners and enthusiasts alike- and if you haven't hang glided will get you very keen to go prone!
Transcribe →#275 Hike and Fly Racing, Supporting, and Having One with Ben Hodgson
Jun 1901:25:09Tap to summarizeSouth African pilot and veteran sailor Ben Hodgson has been competing in some of the most well-known and intense hike and fly races around the world for a decade, beginning with the XBerg in 2017 and then advancing to the Bornes to Fly, X-Pyr and many others. Last year he was the main supporter for the wunderkid rookie Gabe Jansen in the Red Bull X-Alps after they met competing in a hike and fly race in Brazil.
Transcribe →#274- Breaking Barriers: Fatemeh Eftekhari’s journey as Iran’s “Queen of the Skies” and the Power of Aviation
Jun 500:57:19Tap to summarizeHave you ever imagined a woman soaring through the skies at 6,000+ meters, shattering the proverbial glass ceiling in a country where female pilots are a rare sight? Today, we delve into the remarkable story of Fatemeh Eftekhari, Iran’s first female pilot and a trailblazer for women in aviation and extreme sports. Her journey is not just about flying; it's about defying societal norms, pushing boundaries, and inspiring a new generation of women to chase their dreams no matter the obstacles. In a time of enormous geopolitical tensions and societal restrictions, Fatemeh's story offers a breath of fresh air—an inspiring example of resilience, courage, and relentless pursuit of passion.
Transcribe →#273 Elite performance, Flow States and Mindset with NBA coach and author Bret Burchard
May 2301:35:29Tap to summarizeExplore the psychology of elite performance, flow states, and mindset with Bret Burchard, former NBA coach and author of Catching Confetti, Developing the Mindset of a Champion. Discover how mental training can transform sports, your flying, and everyday life.
Transcribe →#272 From Zimbabwe to China to the Alps- a Paraglider’s Journey through Adventure, Trauma and Healing
May 1100:55:14Tap to summarizeAnthony Dillon learned to fly without any proper instruction back in the...
Transcribe →#271 Why the Sports Racing Class (SRS) is taking the Paragliding world by storm with Brett Janaway
Apr 2500:47:55Tap to summarizeIn this conversation Brett Janaway discusses the evolution of this exciting new take on paragliding competitions, the structure and scoring of the SRS, and the unique vibe that sets it apart from traditional events. Brett shares insights into the challenges and successes of organizing competitions, the importance of community, and the non-profit nature of the SRS, which aims to enhance the sport while providing a fun and competitive environment for pilots. We discuss the evolution of sports wings in paragliding, the impact of new safety regulations, and the balance between safety and competitiveness in the sport.
Transcribe →#270 From the Czech Mountains to Kenyan Volcanoes: Jakub Rott’s Flying Journey
Apr 1000:58:38Tap to summarizeJoin us as Czech pilot and last year's Czech hike and fly national champion Jakub Rott shares his journey through paragliding, speed flying, skydiving and hike and fly competitions across the globe. Discover insights on safety, training, and the joy of flying in diverse terrain, along with some fantastic tips for aspiring pilots.
Transcribe →#269 Navigating Doubts with Violeta Jimenez
Mar 3001:03:53Tap to summarizeVioleta Jiminez has become one of the most elite competition paragliders in the world in a relatively short period of time. Her first World Cup was only 5 years ago in Aksaray, Turkey flying a Zeno. Last year she was on the podium in the OVERALL, again in Turkey, this time in Çameli. But it's been anything but easy. Violeta came to flying from a background in ballet and ultra running and as Will Gadd says, coming to flying from non-gravity sports can be not just challenging but risky. In the early years Violeta's desire was well ahead of her skills and she had a number of incidents and accidents, and one particularly violent accident that required a long mental and physical rehab.
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