Brake controls for paragliding

The brake control en paragliding are essential for power proper manoeuvre sound aile. In addition, it is important to take into account the need for pilot, as well as the ability to adapt it to your aile. We will review here the basic questions to correctly choose its brake controls.

How to choose brake control for paragliding and paramotor?

To be sure to correctly choose your handle, there are several questions:

-How do you set your brake controls on your lifts?

-Check that the opening of the brake control is large enough to allow you to pass your hand inside

-Do you need a sparrow or not?

You therefore understand that even though the choice of brake controls may seem anodin, there is no less important !

What type of brackets are available for brake controls?

To find out which type of attachment to choose for brake controls, you need to look at what's on your glider's riser to be sure of compatibility. Generally speaking, there are either magnets, snaps or fidlocks (a mix between magnets and snaps). In some cases, pilots don't want to attach brake controls to their risers, as in the case of acro pilots, some of whom use free brakes.

What types of brake controls are available for paragliders and paramotors wings?

There are few variations from one brake control to another. So the choice will often come down to details.

The ergonomics of the control - some are very slim, others very wide to fit the wrist - the padding for greater piloting comfort, the ergos that can be added to the top of the handle for finer piloting and a better feel, and so on. Etc... Here are just a few of the points that can make the difference between one brake control and another.

What is the purpose of brake swivels?

Swivels prevent the brake line from twisting over time. Indeed, often in flight, without even realizing it, we tend to rotate our hand around the brake control to return to a more comfortable or precise piloting position.

The swivel, if present, will help absorb this brake rotation, without the line above needing to rotate as well. This prevents the brake line from taking dozens of turns and being damaged prematurely.

How do I install a brake control?

Installing your brake control is very simple: just tie a knot directly on the handle, or on the swivel. After each brake control change, check that the left and right sides are symmetrical.

Finally, it is often the case that after the first flight, your brake controls are not properly adjusted. In this case, you need to assess whether you need to lengthen or shorten your controls. Once you've set them, make the change as quickly as possible, while the flight information is still fresh in your mind!

Selecting brake controls on Air and Aventure 

To select the right brake control, it's important to understand the specifics of your glider and your expectations. Our catalog offers options for all glider models available on the market.

Order your brakes from Air et Aventure

Ordering from Air et Aventure is simple and secure. We offer an easy online ordering process with several payment options and a quality guarantee on all our products. Our customer service team is also on hand to answer any questions you may have and help you with your purchases.

We specialize in paragliding equipment, and can answer all your questions about brake orders! We look forward to hearing from you!