The unique combination of using your own energy to hike up a mountain, with your own little aircraft on your back and the excitement of finding a suitable launc...
After my conversation with Celine Lorenz, I couldn't help but feel energized and inspired to embrace a free paragliding life. Her journey from an 11-year-old on her first tandem flight to becoming a Red Bull X-Alps competitor defying pain and obstacles with joy is just awesome to witness. As the only woman competing in Red Bull X-Alps 2025 and returning for her second attempt, Celine's determination is matched only by her infectious love for flying. Our chat reveals how following your passion path not only brings success but liberates you from life's constraints - something Celine embodies perfectly. We cover everything from her competitive mindset to practical safety advice, but it's her radiant enthusiasm for the sport that will stay with you long after listening. This is what finding your path looks like. If Celine's story sparks something in you, experience that same spirit of adventure firsthand at our WANDERBIRD events, where passionate Hike&Fly Pilots gather to push boundaries and find their own flying path. Your like on this episode would mean a lot to me! All about WANDERBIRD at wanderbird.ioSee you!
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#09: Simon Oberrauner
In this episode, Simon Oberrauner shares his journey from fascinated observer to Austria's top hike&fly athlete, Red Bull X-Alps podium finisher, X-Pyr 2024 winner, and flight school owner. He reveals what drives him to push the boundaries in the mountains while enjoying it to the fullest. Whether you're a pilot looking for hands-on advice or simply curious about how people find their calling, join us for insights about reading weather and terrain, mastering your craft through focused dedication, and the delicate balance of competition and joy in the quest for excellence.https://www.wanderbird.io/
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#08: Bernie Hertz
Can you predict someone's personality just by watching how they fly? Bernie Hertz can. The creator of burnair has revolutionized how paraglider pilots plan their flights by transforming complex weather data into clear, actionable insights. But his keen observation of pilots revealed something fascinating: people fly exactly how they live. In this episode, Bernie shares how he turned his understanding of pilot psychology and weather patterns into a tool that's changing the sport. From Swiss precision meeting intuition, to reading personality through flight tracks, to using technology to deepen our connection with nature - join us for a conversation that soars beyond just weather forecasting into how we each find and follow our authentic path.
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#07: Elisabeth Fuchsreiter
Paul spricht mit Elisabeth "Eli" Fuchsreiter über ihren Beginn und ihre Begeisterung für Hike&fly.
The unique combination of using your own energy to hike up a mountain, with your own little aircraft on your back and the excitement of finding a suitable launch to take off like a bird, is what WANDERBIRD is all about.
Wether you are new to the sport or have years of experience, wether you enjoy a quick evening hike&fly, or your goal is to cross every mountain range in the world with your paraglider, WANDERBIRD will help you to feel ready for it!
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