Marco Sommerfeld
| Disciplines | Cross competition |
|---|---|
| nationality | British |
| city | Bern |
| Birth date | 1983 |
| Gin team since | 2025 |
Know more about Marco
Biography
Marco is based in Bern, Switzerland. He discovered paragliding in 2018 through a spontaneous course with friends. What began as a coincidence quickly became a central part of his life. Originally a kitesurfer, he found his true passion in the air. When he’s not flying, he’s probably in his camper, chasing comps and good weather across Europe.
Interview
When did you start paragliding?:
2019
2019
What is your current material (glider, harness)?:
GTO 3, Ginie Race 5
GTO 3, Ginie Race 5
What is your flying weight?:
110
110
How many flights do you have?:
500+
500+
What is your longest flight?:
200+
200+
Why would you like to fly in the GIN team?:
Like to fly with like minded people, and cause of the awesome gear
Like to fly with like minded people, and cause of the awesome gear
What are your latest/best results?:
2nd SRS Poggio Bustone 2025; 2nd Sportclass OGO 2025
2nd SRS Poggio Bustone 2025; 2nd Sportclass OGO 2025
What do you like about Gin Gliders?
The people and the self climbing GTO3
The people and the self climbing GTO3
What are your objectives for the next two years?:
Dominating the Sportclass in different Comps
Dominating the Sportclass in different Comps
Achievements
2nd
SRS Poggio Bustone
2025
Overall
2nd
Sportclass OGO
2025
Overall
