Over a year of training to get there! It's amazing though, can't recommend it enough. That said, buying an eBay wing and bombing off a hill WILL result in you getting hurt or killed.
Best advice: look at the BHPA website, find a local school, and sign up for a fun day or a tandem. Cheap, fun, and the best way to decide if the sport is for you.
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