As always, Genghis gives the definitive answer!
One thing that has not been mentioned is the great camaraderie amongst the microlighters - generally a very down to earth, helpful, fun bunch, and this certainly enhances the experience of being a micro pilot.
It is also true that flexwing pilots seem to be very committed to it - so there must be something in it (I've never set foot in one).
Popham 30th April/1st May is THE place to
meet people, learn lots, see plenty of interesting kit both at the supplier displays and the hoards that fly in (both flexwing and 3 axis).
And the yahoo microlight group is an excellent forum for micro-specific questions. (That & Genghis!)
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