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Is paragliding the same as parasailing or parachuting (sky diving)?

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Is paragliding the same as parasailing or parachuting (sky diving)?

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A. No, if you want to insult a paraglider pilot, refer to the sport as “parasailing.” Parasailing consists of being tugged around a harbor by a boat, attached with large parachute (usually after one too many margaritas). There is no active piloting or free flight involved.