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Maël Baguet


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Maël Baguet

PILOT

  • Nationality
    France
  • Age
    36
  • Occupation
    Mountain rescue and Mountain guide
  • Residence
    Passy (France)
  • Experience
    1 X-Pyr
  • Glider
    SKYWALK XAlps6 85+
  • Harness
    ASCENDANT Zian
  • Helmet
    BLACK DIAMOND Vapor

Manu Chance

ASSISTANT

  • Nationality
    France
  • Residence
    Passy (France)

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What do you like about the X-Pyr that keeps you coming back for more?
A real adventure, logical, from ocean to sea!

How is the X-Pyr different from other H&F competitions you have taken part in?
Longer, harder, further!

How was your race in your previous edition(s)?
Hard with injury from the 1st day, but amazing with a swim in the sea at the goal.

What was the best thing that happened to you in your last X-Pyr?
A sunset at the bivy with the team on day 3.

What was the worst thing that happened to you in your last X-Pyr?
The sheepdog…

What did you learn during the previous edition(s)?
The Pyrénées geography 😉

If you could have input into the route, what would you suggest to the organisation?
Climatisation on the Catalonia flatlands.

What changes have you made to your equipment for this edition?
Zian harness

Apart from flying far and walking little, what will your strategy be during the race?
Be patient but not too much!

What three pieces of advice would you give to Rookies in the race?
Enjoy! Enjoy! And… Enjoy!

What about your training? How many hours do you fly a year?
Only 100h last year. Quality vs Volume…

How do you know your supporter? And have you worked as athlete/supporter before?
Best friend, collegue and one X-Pyr together !

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