Jean de Biolley

Jean de Biolley is passionate about paragliding, trail running, cycling, and ski mountaineering. His journey in adventure sports began with kitesurfing and snowkiting, which eventually led him to discover his true passion: paragliding. Since then, he has fully dedicated himself to the sport.

In 2022, Jean started flying the Icepeak X-One and joined Team X1X with the goal of progressing alongside his teammates and fostering a true team spirit in a predominantly individual discipline. Under the guidance of coach Maxime Bellemin, this experience has been an invaluable opportunity to learn and grow as a pilot.

Specialized in Hike & Fly, Jean has actively competed in this discipline in recent years. In 2024, he took part for the first time in the demanding X-Pyr, crossing the Pyrenees on foot and by paraglider, where he achieved an outstanding 6th place using his Klimber 3 P, Arrow P and Expe Race. He has also competed in renowned events such as Bornes to fly, Dolomiti Super Fly, and the Mont Blanc Airtour, among others.

In 2023, he was part of Tom de Dorlodot’s team in the Red Bull X-Alps, acting as his supporter and earning the respect and friendship of the veteran Belgian athlete thanks to his skill, physical endurance, and sense of humor—even in the toughest moments. These qualities are key to his current training, as Jean prepares for his participation in Red Bull X-Alps 2025, the toughest adventure race in the world.

As a Niviuk competition pilot, Jean continues to pursue his goal of constantly improving and taking his performance to new heights.