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