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Paraglider harnesses double as protective seats

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Hook: Jumping off a cliff with a fabric wing requires something a bit more robust than a simple belt. Explanation: The harness worn by a paraglider is a heavily padded bucket seat. Not only does it connect the pilot securely to the massive canopy, but it also features thick foam underneath to absorb the impact of an inevitably clumsy, high-speed butt landing.

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Paraglider harnesses double as protective seats
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