paragliding pilot

Person who paraglides; an experienced pilot can skillfully use air currents to stay aloft for several hours at a time.

riser

Individual fabric straps that connect the harness to a row of suspension lines.

helmet

Hard-shelled piece of equipment that protects the head against impact and the cold.

saddle

Seat attached to the harness where the pilot sits to maneuver the paraglider; it often contains a reserve parachute.

harness

Arrangement of straps that connect the pilot to the risers.

brake loop

Two cables that control the pilot’s direction.