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Toma Coconea

Name: Toma Coconea
Date of birth: 1975
Nationality: Romania
Paraglider: OMEGA ULS, BIBETA
Harness: LIGHTNESS
Flies since: 1991
Achievements: X-Alps Veteran (2nd 2007 & 2011, 10 starts)

About

Toma is the only athlete to have participated in all X-Alps races. In 2007 and 2009 he finished second. A modest legend, the Romanian is always known for his physical condition and endurance, which has given him the nickname "The Running Man".

https://tomacoconea.ro

Interview

What moments make flying worthwhile?

I fly for those moments of peace and relaxation. My best experience was flying cross country with eagles in the Himalaya.

Your three top flying areas?

Alps, Himalaya and Carpathians

What are you doing on a day that is not flyable?

I do physical training, mountain running, skiing, kitesurfing.

Most important paragliding successes?

Twice 2nd place in the Red Bull X-Alps and 3rd place in the X-Pyr.

Why do you fly for ADVANCE?

Because it is one of the companies with the best equipment, they have been a serious and constant company for years, plus they are a family and friendly team.

What is your favourite food?

Everything with fish.

What is your favourite quote in life?

Nothing is hard, nothing is easy, everything is possible.

Tomas Equipment