Make Your Own Walkalong Gliders

Make Your Own Walkalong Gliders

Make a Baby Bug Walkalong Glider

This video is a little rough, without sound, but the method is much simpler and faster than the old way. Also, the way to find the balance between stalling and diving is clearly laid out. The PDF cutting/folding pattern is here--no "fit to page" or scaling (100% scale is ok).

Make the Thompson Jagwing

Invented by a then engineering student named Michael Thompson, the Jagwing is a good first walkalong glider.

About Front Weight

Why you need front weight on "flying wing" gliders, what to use, and how to adjust them.

Make Paper Walkalong Gliders

Paper Walkalong gliders are harder to launch and fly. But paper is free and it’s good practice.

I'd like to know how these projecst go for you. I'm happy to answer questions about it. Feedback from you is an important way for me to know what works and what needs clarification.