The First Flyer originated in the USA where it is known as a Zip Rider.

The First Flyer gives four people the chance to simultaneously yet independently glide through the air on a length of cable about 800 metres long, at speeds of up to 84km/h.

In effect the construction is four parallel Tyroliennes, which link the starting and finishing platforms without supporting masts. Guests sit in a special harness which is very similar to that used for paragliding. The harness is attached to a safe roller mechanism.

The First Flyer is suitable for people of all ages: The dream of swishing through the air becomes reality with the First Flyer; particularly as the high speed and maximum height of 45 metres above ground create a high-flying feeling!

This kind of facility is currently found only in the USA (Park City, Snowbird, Utah Olympic Park, Icy Strait Point, Wildcat and Heavenly Valley) and in Siberia (Krasnojarsk). The facility at Grindelwald-First is the first of its kind in Europe.

Key data
Ride time: approx. 45 seconds
Length: 765m
Max height above ground: 45m
Max. speed: 84km/h
Minimum weight: 35 kg
Maximum weight: 125 kg