Parapente Long Reef NE

Long Reef, located in Sydney, Australia, is a moderately used paragliding site known for its beautiful local cliff soaring. The site features a height of 20 meters and a length of 450 meters, making it an excellent spot for novice pilots to build up their hours with easy ridge soaring. The views north to Whale Beach are stunning, adding to the appeal of this location. Takeoff is from a grassy area near the crown of the headland, which is approximately level and has space for a couple of gliders. This launch area can experience significant compression in stronger conditions. Top landing is relatively straightforward, with approaches from the northwest or southeast depending on the breeze. However, pilots should be cautious of spectators, as this is a popular walking area. Landing options include the sand spit on the point and the beach in front of the golf club next to the lower car park. Pilots need to be above the ridge at the northwestern end to glide to the beach. Be mindful of the pine trees, as their lower branches extend over the sand. The boat launch area is a raised concrete ramp and can be quite hard. If you get low, it is possible to land on the various bits of sand in front of the takeoff, but note that the area of sand is narrow at high tide. The site is located on the northeast face of Long Reef Point, about a 45-minute drive from the city. Parking is available in the car park on the northern side of Long Reef near the golf club, with a walk up to the lookout. Alternatively, you can park in the Long Reef beach car park on the southern side of the headland and walk along the Greenlink track. Both car parks have parking meters. Weather conditions can include strong compression at times, and getting blown over the back can be hazardous. The lower level of controlled airspace is at 2500 feet. The site is still flown by paragliders but rarely by hang gliders. For more information, you can visit the Sydney Paragliding & Hang Gliding Club's website: [Sydney Paragliding & Hang Gliding Club](http://www.flysydney.com.au/pages/flying-sites-list). Additional resources: - [Site record](http://www.hgfa.asn.au/~nbflyers/site_long_reef_ne.htm) - [Long Reef NE Paraglider PDF](http://files.groupspaces.com.s3.amazonaws.com/files/33483/1427819/longReefNEParaglider.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=0A8Z1WYDADBF2DZEBCG2&Expires=1448760525&Signature=a7ZH7yhuGLhPETd27EO%2BmJDwOFE%3D) - [Long Reef NE Paraglider](http://www.hgfa.asn.au/~nbflyers/longReefNEParaglider.html) Videos: - [YouTube Video 1]( ) - [YouTube Video 2]( )