I don't know how you felt after your off-field landing, but hopefully just unbelieveably lucky. At one point of my flying "career" when I was competing . I only saw my "failures", which made frustrated even after the most beautiful flights and I will never forget the pilot who landed next to me after a failed task. He heard me cursing and came to me with a huge smile in his face and said: "Don't look on your failures! Admit that you just have flown. Something humans have dreamed about for thousands of years, and we're the lucky ones, the first generation of humans being able to do so. If DaVinci were here and heard you complaining right now, he would probably beat you up" Great flying, keep going!

@soldtobediers

7 жыл бұрын

Two Squares come strong to mind when i get that way. "Don't surround yourself with yourself Move on back two squares" & "Take a straight and stronger course to the corner of your life Make the white queen run so fast she hasn't got time to make you a wife" -Yes www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/yes/iveseenallgoodpeople.html -gilpin 1817

this is what u chose to do with your time on earth. you're an amazing human being indeed, my good Sir.

@TheNewRobin30

7 жыл бұрын

Brew Master Not saying what he's doing is bad or a waste or anything, but how does flying make him an amazing human being??

@magicwand6746

7 жыл бұрын

Robin Bat cuz he chooses leaving the platform of earth N just dwell amongst the birds even tho he wasn't born with wings.. that's amazing

@NKDuisburg02

7 жыл бұрын

and a privilege too =O

@canned2619

7 жыл бұрын

I once walked outside bare foot

@00Noontide

7 жыл бұрын

Brew Master word

I flew the whole trip with you, had a great time. I am a 75-year-old novice . Sharing the emotion of seeing the Grand Canyon from that view with you was unforgettable. Bruno you’re a hell of a man and a hell of a pilot, thanks teach . green skies

No idea how I got here... but I am glad I did!

@TheBossssssssssss

7 жыл бұрын

xXYannuschXx I'm glide I did to 😉

@stonemove4207

7 жыл бұрын

same lol ahahah sick video , i never knew until i watch this that there was single place planes :O

@danstrzy6111

7 жыл бұрын

Hey, you got here by clicking on the video. I am also glad I clicked on it, very enjoyable I must say.

Bruno, this video inspired me to add a glider rating to my license. I took lessons throughout the northeast winter and completed the checkride last week. The first time I climbed above 5000 AGL I yelled in excitement in the tiny cockpit of a 1-26. Soaring is tremendous fun--thank you for the inspiration.

@BrunoVassel

8 жыл бұрын

Noah - you just made my day. Thanks so much for saying hi. Congrats on your new rating!!! Soaring is simply amazing isn't it??? Come on out to Utah and let's fly the mountains together. I'll pay for the tow. ;)

2:23 "I'm pretty high" same bro

@jigglybiglets

7 жыл бұрын

Eleazar Barrios lol

@moussetache1815

7 жыл бұрын

Diff'rent strokes, diff'rent folks! Being that high while being high sounds like a plan though!

@Rase-iwnl-

7 жыл бұрын

lol

R2D2 doesn't sound happy in the back

I love flying with you, Bruno. I hope I get a chance to do this myself someday.

As a geologist, looking at these mountains from your point of view is just stunning. The stratigraphy is so clear!

Another astoundingly cool flight in Utah!!! Bruno, you're a Godsend to the soaring community. As an experienced power pilot, but rookie glider rider I'm just in awe of what you do with your ASW-27 racer with its nearly 50:1 L/D. Wrapped up in your little cocoon of fiberglass and carbon fiber one minute you're coring a thermal at 45 mph and the next you've set negative flaps and you're racing to the next lift at 130 mph with less than 200 fpm sink. It's a miracle that we get to ride along with you!! I also loved that you mentioned your wife and kids as part of your risk management. I never considered that you had anything like a death wish, but it's good to see you've got your priorities in order. We definitely don't need to see the backside of the ridge if there's not a guaranteed "exit". We can save that view for the self launchers, eh? The more I watch your videos the more I realize just how much soaring is about energy management. It's really fascinating to watch you constantly managing that energy through the manipulation of your flaps, spoilers and pitch attitude. You are truly one with your glider. :) Thanks... :)

Thanks Bruno for the great new video. I used to enjoy sky sailing 50 years ago. LOL We had Schweitzer 222 ships. I foolishly switched to powered flight after logging about 25 hours in sail planes. Then I got married 47 years ago. Still married, broker than ever. Retired and living hand to mouth on SSI due to loss of nest egg 2007 stock market loss. I sure envy you and the expensive hobby of sky sailing. Love your new ships and all electronic displays. I learn much on thermaling and sky sailing. It will never do me any good but is soul satisfying as I fly along vicariously with you. By the way, you giggle when you come to tight spots. My wife thinks you sound exactly like Charls Shultz "Snoopy" dog character when he day dreams being the Red Baron while flying his dog house in the surly and bloody skies of World War I. LOL This is meant as a compliment. John Mahler

This is some extreme flying! Kudos! Thank you for sharing, I look forward for more videos from you! Great job!!!!!

This flight is beautiful

This looks absolutely terrifying but absolutely beautiful at the same time!

no engine? u got balls my friend.

@pepeman3099

7 жыл бұрын

bomb diggity how though? no engine?

@MichaelDelvalle-nt4gp

7 жыл бұрын

you get towed then released

@JoviaI1

7 жыл бұрын

The heat and air is his engine

@richarddarlington1139

7 жыл бұрын

Actually, gravity is the "engine". Reply and I'll explain.

@eydddun

7 жыл бұрын

Richard Darlington Please do

I love watching your videos. Great commentary , scenery is awesome. Watching at home, I can watch on my big screen, sit in supine position in my recliner and I almost feel as though I'm in the cockpit. Maybe one day I can actually sit in the cockpit...definitely on the bucket list. Thanks for the ride!

that is just awesome. .gliding is brilliant using hills and thermals to keep airborne. I fly gliders but on a smaller scale.

@weidwingelobjegdiv

7 жыл бұрын

indeed, it is!

Bruno, I just found your videos today and you have wrecked my entire work day. I am going to the Prescott Soaring Society this Saturday to sign up. I'm doing this!

As always another great video Bruno. Had me on the edge of my seat a couple of times there though. Your commentary really helps to make sense of what going on, thanks again for the upload.

I'm sticked to the screen ! It reminds me so well my flights in the french alps when I was young and could still fly (early 80' on Cirrus, 304, LS1, etc... Not the same performances, but same sensations !). Thank you for sharing these living videos. Please don't ever stop !

I started out on these as an raf cadet .. mental flying dude. you know your stuff

my impression on gliding has been completely off...

@HiAdrian

7 жыл бұрын

Yup, same! This looks like a very engaging activity.

@Rob_Nasty

7 жыл бұрын

Adrian How much can a glider cost, in USD?

@Arizona9001

7 жыл бұрын

Rob nasty He did say his first one costed him $10k and the one he has now is 10x that. (from another video comment by uploader)

@HiAdrian

7 жыл бұрын

Rob nasty Sorry Rob, I know very little about this myself. My father used to do motored flight (pilots club member, where everyone shares/rents the planes) and I recall it being very expensive (just the license itself even). I imagine gliders aren't cheap either, pretty high-tec these days. I reckon the most affordable way to fly yourself is with "ultra-light" planes, which looks fun too.

@doublebubleguy12

7 жыл бұрын

On Aero Trader I saw used ones go for just a couple thousand, the ones with lift motors even used are really expensive though.

Another gorgeous, exciting video from the Master of Glide. Thanks Bruno.

Best one yet Bruno,really shows your experience & judgement , the trees getting closer was a bit scary & addictive at the same time.

Thats so crazy! Some pilots just told me about gliding and i had to rock out to some Phillip Glass and watch some cool vids! Now I've got to do it!

good to see even though he is obviously sick he is still flying

@emannavarro398

7 жыл бұрын

rrrohan2288 dont mean to sound mean but ur an idiot but u did make me laugh

@stereolababy

7 жыл бұрын

i think he made a joke that your idiot self didn't get

Thanks for the reply, mate! I can definitely see that you have the finesse it takes to make a great flight! It really is inspiring me to go out and do it. I'll stay tuned in to your Channel to see if I can't pick up some of your expertise! I should also note how much I appreciate the narration throughout the video. It helps us to experience what your thinking, your decision making process and even mistakes that we can learn from. Well done, safe flying and God bless!

First video I've seen that gives me a clear impression of pov gliding. Beautiful. And as peaceful as I thought it would be. Thanks.

Fantastic. I'd love to get back in it, but the sun don't like me and lot of UV here in FL.

Frightening, but very beautiful, for a flatlands pilot like me. I say again, thank you for the ride, Bruno.

Falling, with style.

Amazing! You're one lucky guy doing what most can only dream of doing. Thank you for sharing this amazing hobby/ sport.

"This is Bruno your guide and I'd like to officially welcome you to heaven" **DIVE BOMBS PLANE INTO THE GROUND**

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

LOL - had a good chuckle on that one. Thanks for watching.

@stinbin4015

5 жыл бұрын

Tsukuyomi Phase I read the comment the moment when he was saying that

I know very little about gliding but this looks very dangerous!

Fabulous video, brings back memories of gliding in Scotland . Thanks for posting.

Hi Bruno. I found this video two weeks ago and was amazed. Just wanted to let you know that I took my first sailplane lesson Saturday. Your videos provided the inspiration to pursue a dream I've had since high school. Thanks!

must feel weird flying on mother natures good graces XD great video :P

Who is also high while watching this?

@ShallowDepression

7 жыл бұрын

Are you me?

@mathiasrmer3305

7 жыл бұрын

High and watching in VR, holy shit dude!

@hook86

7 жыл бұрын

Tomasmoravia 2:20 looks like the pilot was too!

@LivingLifeFull

7 жыл бұрын

Just finished work demolished a .4g dab I'm floating with the glider

@dakotrondakota9084

7 жыл бұрын

Tomasmoravia I was thinking the same thing lol. I was thinking it'd be dope to smoke and do this lol

Amazing video along with beautiful scenery. Living the dream soaring threw the skies....

AWESOME! Thanks for the ride and the beautiful scenery.

I think there is a solution to the short battery life of the gopro. There are externel usb power packs, which could be used to power and/or reload the gopro inflight. It should also be possible to charge and record at the same time. You could store the powerbank in the storage compartment and connect it with a 1m usb cable with the gopro. I have not tested this arrengment, it's just an idea. Happy landings.

@BrunoVassel

8 жыл бұрын

B14kh4r4z Thanks for the ideas. I need to find a splitter that can have the external power go into the camera but also allow me to plug my external mic into. They use the same single usb port on the camera. Thanks for watching.

@colinbowman8816

8 жыл бұрын

Bruno Vassel .. Just build a bigger battery. It would change the form factor of the back of the camera, but you aren't space-constrained. I would just strip the stock cell out of the stock battery, and solder a new, large, cell to the stock battery's connector.

@fetymann

7 жыл бұрын

If you have a USB power source in there use this battery eliminator... www.amazon.com/Switronix-DVGP3USB-Battery-Eliminator-10-Feet/dp/B00JXNX6BU

@fetymann

7 жыл бұрын

If you don't want to tap into 12v or USB power, use this with the battery eliminator! It can charge an iPhone 6 ten times! www.anker.com/products/A1277011

I'll never be able to deal with that beep boop boop beepbeepbeep booooouuuuup

@kentwilliams4152

4 жыл бұрын

I love it! Instantly tells one if they are in lift or sink without having to reference the instruments.

Great flying Bruno and wonderful scenery...Your videos (and Balleka's) over the last couple of years have inspired me to take up gliding, I am now in training at Beverly Soaring Society in Western Australia. Loving every minute of it...Thanks heaps for the inspirational videos guys. Bob

Thanks for the look-around. I do like the over-shoulder view but I loved seeing the wings in action!

I hate you. I hate you. I hate you. (Yes, jealous.).

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

:) Thanks for watching!

Nice Rolex

Awesome. Really enjoyed watching this. Thank you for making the video.

I am so impressed at you level of skill and bravery in such rugged mountain territory. And that's a sweet glider you have there too!

what is that lever u keep adjusting with your left hand below the yellow deal

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

That is the flaps. High performance gliders use flaps a lot more than regular airplanes. We have a different flap setting for different speeds of flight. That is why you see me adjusting flaps even when cruising at a very fast speed.

@AndrewMurphy8383

7 жыл бұрын

new to gliding i so look peacefull have u ever seen eagles while u fly and btw thanks for the vids i injoy it now i am watching u fly over the uinta mountains and doing loop for the hikers

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

I have had some amazing experiences flying with eagles and hawks. A few times they have flown right up to my wing tip and cruised along with me for a little while. Soooo cool! You can see them looking around and blinking they are so close. Was an amazing experience each time.

@AndrewMurphy8383

7 жыл бұрын

some glider pilot told me it good thing when you see eagles they smart in thermals and watch the birds circle and try to catch it

@KRW628

7 жыл бұрын

Andy, I shared a thermal with an eagle once. It was HUGE. 6-foot wing span. We were just circling. Looking at each other. Both of us thinking the same thing - look at the size of that bird.

What was your longest flight? :)

@yisakii8397

7 жыл бұрын

Matej Burian darude - sandstorm

@unknown9634

7 жыл бұрын

Yisakii ॐ that shits been dead bud.

@Bruno Vassel your glider video's are the best! AWESOME!!!! Thank you so much for sharing!

These videos are the perfect thing to give us a sense of freedom while quarenteened. Thank you!

That little wavering piece of plastic would bother the shit out of me if I was flying out there.

@TristanVash38

7 жыл бұрын

jed23ify same. It would bother me about as much as a mustache hair continually tickling my bottom lip.

@rossclements8874

7 жыл бұрын

it is a piece of yarn. It was the first aircraft instrument invented by the wright brothers. it helps you keep coordinated during turns letting you fly more efficiently.

@extremerFatalist

7 жыл бұрын

jed23ify it's actually the most reliable instrument. very efficient

@jed23ify

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that info. Now it doesn't bother me so much.

@mikebrownlee9603

6 жыл бұрын

Ross Clements yarn was invented by the wright brothers ok ....ever been on a sail boat. question everything.

Is the tone an acoustic altimiter?

@thearchibaldtuttle

7 жыл бұрын

James Wilkinson probably, climbing and sinking is indicated with a different sound. Spooky music sometimes.

@johnd9357

7 жыл бұрын

That's a variometer, it tells you your vertical speed. Ascent/decent. On most of them the sound will be interrupted in ascent, and a steady tone of varying pitch in descent.

Very nice! I like how you don't talk to fill the time but just tell us the main points on your mind about your decisions, conditions, speed, etc. Really glad that I found your channel.

Wonderful flying video through the mountains! Reminds me of my first glider flight in Durango.

So you were higher then 3600m because of the oxygen.

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

I usually wear oxygen when I fly over 3500m. In fact, 3500m around here is considered pretty low. :) Most of the flying happens between 4500m and 5500m.

is this coming out for xbox one?

@unos10

7 жыл бұрын

ITSALLDERIVITIVE lol

@kylejackson1158

7 жыл бұрын

ITSALLDERIVITIVE sorry only PC

@unos10

7 жыл бұрын

ITSALLDERIVITIVE i heard they are doing cross platform

Thanks for the commentary, Bruno. It helps hear someone else thinking their way through things.

thank you for sharing this video. I loved flying and always dreamed of soaring. though I will never get to soar myself I was able to experience some of the longevity that cross country soaring has to offer. awe inspiring is all I can say. thank you again!

what video game is this

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

Game called life. Real thing. Amazing isn't it?

@ImRetra

7 жыл бұрын

how do i install a life?

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

Lol - go back to school? ;)

@ImRetra

7 жыл бұрын

haha im playing with you great video btw! :)

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

:) You would be shocked at how many people think these videos are video games and not real life. Have a good one.

pss... pss...

Bruno, Thank you for sharing your videos of your flights fantastic footage!!

You get a real sense of the speed and the terrain using just wind (and pilot) power; amazing.

How much money per month You need to afford this sport and enjoyment?

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

It all depends on if you own your own glider or if you are part of a club. If you are part of a club, you can budget $1000-$1500 per year and get all the flying in you want. If you own your own glider, you can spend many times that per year. Let's just say gliding can fit your budget however much you want to spend.

7 жыл бұрын

Bruno Vassel I dreamed to try flight with someone from youth..but newer made it. Maybe I am afraid...always excuse was that closest club is quite distant

how can you fly in those planes.. without a engine i would shit myself

@friedrichnietzsche2529

7 жыл бұрын

veiga devil it is attached to a plane then when it takes off it disattaches

@veigadevil

7 жыл бұрын

thank you Einstein... i thought it took off with magic made by goblins in the forest...

@xilva2900

7 жыл бұрын

veiga devil maybe he has one on the back?

@xilva2900

7 жыл бұрын

oh sorry he said he hasnt got one right now... now im wondering how that glider can hold his heavy balls without crashing.

@Rickenbacker69

7 жыл бұрын

Nahh, flying WITH an engine is scarier - what if it quits? :)

I ran across one of your videos today and have been enjoying the flights over your shoulder for the past couple hours in 1080hd and having a blast then it got even better when I put my Google goggles on and watched them again in full 3d. Amazing! Also great comintary, explaining what your doing and why you make certain decisions for those of us who aren't lucky enough to fly one. I'll be a life long subscriber to you. Keep it up, and fly safe Bruno. Thanks Ben.

@BrunoVassel

8 жыл бұрын

+vizzuleyes Thanks for the comments and for watching Ben. I wonder how it would look with google goggles. Will have to give it a try. thanks! Bruno

Absolutely beautiful scenery, undisturbed by man. I was blown away, congratulations on having a great hobby like this.

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

this video made me realize I'm a pussy

Who the fuck lives in Wyoming?

@izakaman

7 жыл бұрын

you baked?

@Rob_Nasty

7 жыл бұрын

Cheeky Fox What is Wyoming for 500$

Well Mr. Bruno, that had me on the edge of my chair pretty well the whole way along. A gutsy flight!

Cool video... I'm just a private pilot, but I also love the mountains and that looks like a blast!! Thanks for this video! Amazing!

Superb! Thanks for inspiring me to get off my butt and try new things.

so enjoy watching your videos Bruno - you make it seem like we are flying with you.

I never thought I'd sit and watch an entire 45 minute glider video but that was amazing! Thank you!

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you did! Gliders are pretty crazy huh?

Man, I really enjoyed watching this. Appreciate you sharing...

Loved this video!! I had a few nail biters during the trip tho. Spectacular views and turns and I had a lot of fun!! Thanks for sharing!!

I have to say... I thoroughly enjoyed your video. It is a slice of heaven. keep them coming.

@BrunoVassel

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! :)

Very daring moves here, but very lovely too.

That was a BRILLIANT video ! really enjoyed it , thanks for sharing

Thanks for uploading and it seems peaceful up there.

Amazing! I would love to experience this in VR. Now that would be awesome! I watched the entire video. Spectacular!

Thank you so much for bringing us along on this flight!!

Thanks for these videos, sure miss my old days flying Phoebus B and LS 1.

I live in North Logan and its nice to see videos of our area. I remember making family trips up to Star Valley and thinking how pretty the mountains are, adds a whole different level of respect from the air.

This is THE video that got me into gliding. Thank you B4.

@brunovassel8417

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I love to hear when people are inspired and take the leap to try it for themselves. Have fun and stay safe.

The only way to enjoy the challenge of ridges and thermals, skill, reading the winds and shapes. Letting the plane fly itself at times....confidence

I dont know what it is about your videos, but i find them very calming and relaxing to watch. Thanks for the videos, please keep them coming

Hey thanks Bruno, I could watch this all day. Thanks for sharing :)

So calming and relaxing.... Thank for sharing

wonderful video mate, have subscribed so I can continue watching later. What a cool pilot you are!

You are one confident glider pilot! I am impressed.

You have nerves of steel, my is gone after this video, awesome!!!

Shooting gaps, Bruno is making more calculations per second than the guidance computer in the space shuttle. Love these videos!

Nice video. Must be a real blast flying a glider and seeing a very nice view of those mountains.

Beautiful, wow. Same approach and locations as hang glider soaring...at 10X the speed. And of course tons more performance.

Thanks a lot for sharing this great video Bruno ! Your science of flying with your glider is absolutely stunning ! For me you are an expert pilot, just a little bite crazy but not to much because you still alive :))) I have great memories on flying with gliders in France during 3 weeks. I was teenager and my dream was to be pilot a fighter pilot. Anyway ! Now I am 44 old adult photographer and cameraman and I also do paragliding much as I can. Your video really impressive too me because paragliding doesn't have the same flying capacity but in a way it's very similar by the general flying concept I mean. It's all about the angle too and the fact that we always keep in mind a way to emergency landing. We don't have speed of a of a glider but for this reason we can land in really shortest zone. So ! I stop boring you with my common speech and just say to you A BIG THANK YOU ! For sharing your experience and talking along the video. Sorry for my poor english also. See you in the sky ;)

Thankyou, a great video and the comments very educational too.

Damn! What a view! Thanks for sharing.

The first comment :) Your videos are so beautiful, and i can learn from them too, specially because i am going to start gliding in next spring.