This DVD produced back in 2000 captures the pivotal moment in handlaunch history when the new discus launch technique came of age, revolutionizing HLG flying forever.

You will see the best HLG pilots in the world compete in a grueling 2 day contest full of action, strategy,heartbreak, and triumph.  A few of the pilots were flying the new discus-launch gliders which were getting huge launch heights as compared to the overhand style.  The handlaunch world would never be the same.  The next year, no one launched overhand, everyone discus launched!

This DVD gives you a inside look to a HLG glider competition and you will hear the pilots go through the rounds and see how they fly and launch.  The live microphone sequences are very entertaining and educational, you hear every comment. You will really enjoy seeing the older HLG designs and some of the first DLG's perform, the planes have changed, but the flying is the same!

 International HLG DVD Highlights:

 • Experience the action of one of the largest HLG contest in the world. • 4 time winner Joe Wurts talks about his latest High-Tech HLG plane. • Fly rounds with some of the best pilots wearing live mics • See the latest trends in HLG including Discus Launch. • See side-arm launches which have revolutionized HLG design. • Follow 2 days of action including mid-airs and other mayhem. • Bonus HLG music video in Black & White captures the true essence of the art of handlaunch.

DVD Extras: Learn the new discus style launch technique

If you fly HLG or want to know more about contests and HLG history, you will enjoy this classic film.