Speed riding.
Looking for your next thrill? Speed riding combines skiing and paragliding for an exhilarating experience between the slopes and the sky. Discover a whole new side of Le Grand-Bornand with Oxyski and explore our speed riding options below.
Choose your resortThe activity.
A small wing overhead, skis on your feet: you descend the slope alternating gliding and short flights, skimming the snow. Speed riding is the feeling of flying without ever really leaving the mountain.
The instructor teaches inflation, wing control and the first take-offs on a gentle slope, over a half day or a full day. Gear is provided, insurance is taken out on site.
Adults, comfortable on a red run.
No flying experience needed, good ski technique yes.
Half day or full day.
A private lesson, or a group of two to five.
Wing and harness provided.
Bring your ski gear without poles, your lift pass and the on-site insurance.
The format and the length vary by resort: they are chosen at booking.
How it goes.
A small group, an instructor, and how a typical outing unfolds.
Inflation
On the flat, you learn to raise the wing, feel it and lay it down. Without skis, first.
First glides
Skis on, on a gentle slope: the wing lifts a little, the skis still touch. You repeat until it feels natural.
First flights
A few metres above the snow, then a few dozen. The instructor on the radio, the mountain all around.
Good to know.
What is included
The wing, the harness and the helmet. A speed riding instructor.
What to bring
Your skis or snowboard, a helmet, a lift pass valid on the day, and warm clothing. Your resort's Ski Shop rents the rest.
The weather decides
The outing is confirmed the day before by message. If the mountain says no, a new date in the week first, a refund otherwise.
If you have to cancel
Free of charge up to 48 hours before the outing, then as per the terms and conditions.
What level do I need?
The required level, when there is one, is stated above. With no mention, the activity is open to all and the pace adapts to the group.
What if the weather turns?
The outing is confirmed the day before by message. If cancelled: a new date in the week first, a refund otherwise.
Do I need my own gear?
Specific gear is provided unless stated otherwise. Skis and helmet stay yours, or the Ski Shop's, bookable in the same basket.
Do I need to take lessons with you?
No. The activity is booked on its own, or in the same basket as your lessons and rental.
Find your resort.
One school offers this activity. Open its page to see its formats, prices and meeting point.
