Fly the Wing: Hooking into Hang Gliding [Paperback]

Len Holmes (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2002

A handbook for beginning hang gliders, or those interested in learning more about the sport, Fly the Wing! is packed full of tips on how to get the most out of hang gliding. It is written in an easy-to-read style that explains technical details in a fashion that even the most technically challenged persons can comprehend.

The author states in his preface that "You will learn about hang gliders and teh skills needed to fly them. This book is written in the spirit of encouragement."

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About the Author

Len Holmes has earned a doctorate in biochemistry and is a professor of physics and chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. He has been actively engaged in outdoor activities most of his life.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Carolina Pr (January 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1891026194
• ISBN-13: 978-1891026195
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,878,806 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FLY THE WING: HOOKING INTO HANG GLIDING, August 16, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Fly the Wing: Hooking into Hang Gliding (Paperback)

I am a 53 year-old male just learning to hang glide. I found this little book to be of great help. The tips and suggestions made my first few trips much more successful, and pleasurable. I would recommend this book to all those who want to get into this great sport. It does not take long to learn, and with this book, you will be flying in no time.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Adequate but not stellar introduction to hang gliding, April 28, 2004

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Bo Bo (Toronto, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fly the Wing: Hooking into Hang Gliding (Paperback)

An adequate introduction to the sport, but very thin. Gives only the basics, but lacks detail. The book could also use a good editor.