No products in the cart.
Gin Mini Glider – Compact Training Wing for Ground Handling and Children
The Gin Mini Glider is not your average wing. Created with education, safety, and fun in mind, this compact paragliding wing is purpose-built for ground handling, kiting, and introducing future pilots—especially children—to the magic of free flight in a low-risk setting.
Light, playful, and intuitive, it’s designed for aspiring pilots to experience the joy of control without the stress of taking to the skies. Whether you’re a professional instructor, a parent sharing your passion, or a student pilot refining your ground skills, the Gin Mini Glider offers a truly unique experience.
🪂 Who is the Gin Mini Glider For?
- Instructors looking for a safe, controlled way to teach kiting and handling
- Parents introducing children to the world of paragliding
- Pilots wanting to improve their ground skills without flying
- Clubs and schools needing a fun, low-lift demo glider
Available now in our paragliding shop, the Mini Glider offers the premium craftsmanship Gin is known for—on a smaller, more approachable scale.
🔍 The Ideal Ground Handling Companion
If you’ve ever struggled with full-size wings in high winds or tight spaces, the Gin Mini Glider is your new best friend. Its smaller surface area and reduced lift make it ideal for practicing:
- Inflation techniques
- Riser control
- Pitch management
- Launch timing
- Wind sensitivity
All without the risk of being lifted off unexpectedly.
Available now at our paragliding shop, it’s one of the best tools to level up your skills while having fun.
👶 Safe and Fun for Kids
Safety is paramount when introducing young people to paragliding. The Mini Glider’s significantly reduced size and lift capacity mean that kids can engage with the wing, feel the control inputs, and understand airflow dynamics—all without leaving the ground.
Many instructors and parents rely on the Gin Mini Glider as a first-contact training wing to help children develop confidence and coordination in a paragliding context. You can browse this wing and other beginner-friendly options in our paragliding shop.
🌍 Lightweight and Travel-Friendly
Weighing just around 2 kg, this lightweight mini glider folds down small and fits into any travel bag. Whether you’re hiking up a training slope or heading to a demo day, you can bring it anywhere without hassle.
Its convenience and portability also make it a top choice for spontaneous training sessions, outdoor events, or even paragliding club workshops.
🧵 Quality You Can Feel
Like all Gin wings, the Mini Glider is built with durable, premium materials that handle repeated use in training environments. It includes:
- Robust risers for full control feedback
- Bright colors for high visibility during ground sessions
- Scaled-down aerodynamics for safe, accurate simulation
When you buy from our paragliding shop, you’re getting a genuine Gin product trusted by pilots worldwide.
💡 The Gin Mini Glider in Action
Here are some creative uses we’ve seen from instructors, parents, and clubs using this glider:
- Ground handling classes with kids aged 8+
- Light-wind kiting practice for adults
- Interactive flight physics demos in schools
- Team-building activities at paragliding festivals
You can see customer feedback and more gear options in the full paragliding shop.
✅ Gin Mini Glider specification Table
Feature | Detail |
---|---|
Use | Ground handling, kiting, child training |
Size | Approx. 14 m² |
Weight | ~2.1 kg |
Cells | 20 |
Glider Type | Non-certified, non-flying training wing |
Materials | Lightweight ripstop, robust risers |
Color Options | Various high-visibility colorways |
Age Range | Recommended 8 years and up |
Transport | Packs down into a small rucksack |
Use Case Examples | Schools, demo, hobby, practice |
- Visit our paragliding shop
- Explore gear at the paragliding shop
- Find similar wings in the paragliding shop
- Browse full catalog in the paragliding shop
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.