STEP 1: GET A PG FORUM ACCOUNT

You need an account on Paragliding Forum to submit flights to the PNWL. Please use your real name to help me gather the scores at the end of each month.

STEP 2: CONFIGURE YOUR GPS TO RECORD

Each model is a little different, but the setup is pretty easy, especially if you use your manual. You want to turn "Recording" on under "Tracks" which should be in the main menu. The interval at which your location is recorded isn't critical, but should be sized according to the number of points your unit can record. For the Garmin 76s (stores 10,000 points), a 3 second interval works well.

Critical Tip: Clear your GPS track log just before every launch. (This assumes you will be downloading your track after each flight).

STEP 3: DOWNLOADING YOUR TRACK TO YOUR COMPUTER

You need a program that will download your GPS track and save the track as an IGC file on your PC.

Test the recording and download process by turning your GPS on, set it to record your track, and walk down the street with it for a couple minutes, then turn your GPS off. Connect your GPS to your PC and start your download program.  Try to save your track as an IGC file.

STEP 4: UPLOADING THE IGC FILE TO LEONARDO

    1. Go to the Submit Flight page to upload a flight.
    2. Using the Browse button to locate your IGC file.
    3. Press the "submit" button.