by Jeff Goin | Apr 19, 2019 | Critical Thinking
So how do we know anything? Really KNOW? First, we realize that all knowledge comes in degrees of certainty. The highest certainty comes from using the best evidence. That’s number one for reliable knowledge: quality evidence. The best evidence is replicable...
by Jeff Goin | Apr 19, 2019 | Entertainment, Political
Critical look at paragliding vs smoking For the users, it’s fun. But it increases your risk of health problems, costs money, and there’s a small chance others can be affected. Of course I’m talking about powered paragliding. But I could also be...
by Jeff Goin | Apr 19, 2019 | 08: the Law, Political
Do we have too many regulations in aviation? It depends on your perspective. If you’re trying to pilot aircraft or profit from them, than you will think we do. If you’re a passenger or ground pounder wanting not to get killed by airplanes, you probably...
by Jeff Goin | Apr 19, 2019 | Political
The System Is Broke, What to do? Sorry for this digression from paramotoring—every now and then I feel the need to vent. Regardless of your health care leaning, there are some things that most people will probably agree on with a little thought. For starters, too...
by Jeff Goin | Apr 19, 2019 | First Flights: Landing
I get questions about running out of brakes on landing and touching down firmly.That’s common, especially in the beginning, but there are techniques to improve your odds. Big caveat: done aggressively or with bad timing you can break a leg employing this...
