tommcb6016 Posted August 13, 2011 Share Posted August 13, 2011 Having just read the latest Paramotor mag, in particular the article on vol-bivouac, I am hooked on the idea of having a go! I'm thinking about flying to the coast starting at sunrise and flying as long as conditions allow Would be interesting to hear any stories of long distance xc's with a bit of camping thrown in. Questions: Has anyone ever had success taking kit on the train ?( I'm sure I have read something about this before but not sure where) Fuelling without a removable tank (macro) short of taking a fuel can with me I can't think of a way around it. Anyone ever tied kit to the macro? solutions? Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammertime Posted August 13, 2011 Share Posted August 13, 2011 I enquired last year about taking my motor on the train. Virgin told me that no petrol engines were allowed on trains. I carried out a 150 mile XC in one direction earlier this year. I ended up leaving my kit with a farmer and got the train back home. I then had to drive back the next day to collect my gear. Less than ideal, but all part of the adventure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 If you can carry a ruck sack big enough to put the motor in then just take it on the train. I know of a few that do this no probs. A smallish ruck sack put on backwards (on your front) before you get in to the harness. Put the sleeping bag in the back of the harness. Dont take a tent just a large piece of thin rip stop sprayed with a good water proof spray on it and some plastic tent pegs then just put it over your motor and peg it down. You can get collapsable fuel containers now, but only supposed to be used once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haze Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Hey Tom, You may also consider the possibility of modding your fuel lines with quick-release connectors so that you can take your fuel tank out quickly to take it to local petrol station. Obiviously with the Parajet, you will need to take hex-keys with you to be able to actually remove the tank as well. I also made up a webbing 2-stroke bottle carrier, which straps onto the frame. Depending on where you have your reserve located, you could strap items to the arms of the Paramotor. Like Pete says, forget the tent (unless you have a teeny tiny one). Use a small tarp or something instead. Just remember you need to have some form of insulation between you and the ground. A roll mat is going to be too bulky, so you could get something like this: It would pack away small enough to go in the harness pockets. You might want a couple of poles, (if there is no where else to string it up to) but they could easily be strapped to the cage without impeding airflow or being in the way of your lines etc. The hammock was just a thought - and I'm not saying this is the best way, but I'm looking to get one of those myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukebanks1 Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I have quick connectors to the fuel tank (Miniplane). Best ground mat is bubblewrap and then all you need is a tarp and sleeping bag. If going on a train take a couple of bin liners and to diguise your motor with. The USSR rally is this weekend - perfect opportunity! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommcb6016 Posted October 17, 2011 Author Share Posted October 17, 2011 Well.. I've not managed to do any paramotor camping this year and the weather is only going to get worse now. So I will have to keep planing (shopping) and have a go next year, unless we get a load more good weather! Came across this video yesterday, it's quite a good set up (even if he is slightly annoying ) [youtubevideo] [/youtubevideo]On my shopping list so far I have: A Vango tent at 970 grams http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004KM4ITI/ref=s9_simh_gw_p200_d0_g200_i1?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1K9ZPQ4B2TGGA55DERGJ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=467128533&pf_rd_i=468294, A matteress thing that packs to the size of a water bottle and weighs in at 550 grams http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002DZ1VGW/ref=s9_simh_gw_p200_d0_g200_i2?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_r=1K9ZPQ4B2TGGA55DERGJ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=467128473&pf_rd_i=468294 I already have a sleeping bag but that weighs 1.6kg so may look at another and I already have a spirit cooker that's small and light. I have been trying to plan routes with a petrol station search on google maps, plan being to just land as near as possible and walk to the forecourt with the motor on and fill up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommcb6016 Posted October 17, 2011 Author Share Posted October 17, 2011 Bin liner idea sounds good for disguising the motor... I can just imagine getting dragged of the train by anti terror police though because someone smelt fuel... Can't find collapsable fuel containers anywhere and I think removing the tank would be a pain in the arse (but not undoable) Think I will strap it all to the right hand swing arm as Steve suggested although I've not tried this yet to see if it will work, reserve chucks to the left so cant have anything in the way that side. Reserve is front mounted too so that rules out a backpack on the front, unless it was very small. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 It would be easy to make the parajet tank removable with a quick connector and some alloy angle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybound Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 For the best Bivy removable tanks with carry straps then get a Bulldog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Can you loose a tank and use the space for kit? SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Can you loose a tank and use the space for kit? SW I would say yes, but you would have to disconnect the the pipe between tanks 1 and 2 and fit the breather on to tank 1 Simples Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommcb6016 Posted October 17, 2011 Author Share Posted October 17, 2011 As I can't afford a new motor I will try and mod the tank to make it removable. Where can I buy the quick type connectors?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Here http://compare.ebay.co.uk/like/27080535 ... s&var=sbar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommcb6016 Posted October 17, 2011 Author Share Posted October 17, 2011 Herehttp://compare.ebay.co.uk/like/27080535 ... s&var=sbar Thanks Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybound Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 If you get a canvas tote bag with carry handles from M&S or similar it can be stored under your seat board in the harness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel_d. Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Hi Tom, I also have been wanting to do this, but it just hasnt happened yet. I have what I thought was fairly light kit but after watching Dell I realise I'm nowhere near! I see he used one of those yellow inflateable sleeping mats, I wonder how warm they are compared to the thermarest self inflating foam filled one that I have. Just off now to look into the sleeping bag he used. Cheers Nige Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel_d. Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 650 quid for a 1-man tent!! (Dells mates tent) AND theres a note about having to seal the seams yourself! ...bin liners and sellotape for me Nige Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jock Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 http://www.safetycentral.com/gasohaul.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jock Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Emergency , Breakdown | 8 Litres Emergency Can Foldable plastic ... ... Emergency Can Foldable plastic bag ... Emergency Can Foldable plastic bag emergency can with sealable spout and plastic carry handle. Perfect for any emergency. Suitable for Fuel ... www.micksgarage.co.uk/ProdDetails.aspx? ... teID=32475 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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