Reliable Gliders

⭐ — (84 endorsements) 📥 22,917 downloads 📌 v1.4.1-1.21.1-fabric 📅 5/2/2026
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By evanbones · fabric

⬇ Download Mod Source: Modrinth ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/14/2026 📅 Created: 5/2/2026
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🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #555 of 940 fabric mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

# Reliable Gliders <a href='https://files.minecraftforge.net'><img alt="forge" height="56" src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/supported/forge_vector.svg"></a> <a href='https://fabricmc.net'><img alt="fabric" height="56" src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/supported/fabric_vector.svg"></a> <a href='https://neoforged.net/'><img alt="neoforge" height="56" src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/supported/neoforge_vector.svg"></a> A mod that adds a simple, immersive, and balanced Glider to the game! ## Features * **Easy Gliding!** Simply hold the Glider in your main hand or off-hand and jump to activate it! It will drastically slow your fall and allow you to cover far distances. * **Configurable Updrafts:** Gliding over blocks tagged with `reliable_gliders:updraft_blocks` (default: Fire, Lava, and Campfires) will give you a small boost. * **Dyeing**: Gliders can be dyed similar to Leather Armor for extra personalization! * **Durability**: The glider has durability and takes damage every second it's being used. It will also completely negate your fall damage while in use. Gliders are also compatible with mending and unbreaking. !(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/refs/heads/1.21.1/images/third_person_glide.png) *Gliding!* !(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/refs/heads/1.21.1/images/first_person_glide.png) *Gliding... but in first person!* !(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/refs/heads/1.21.1/images/dyeing.png) *Gliders can be dyed like Leather Armor!* ## Configuration An in-game configuration screen is available if you have **Cloth Config** installed. Otherwise, you can edit the `reliable_gliders.json` file in your config folder. ## Modpack Creators You can easily customize which blocks provide updrafts by modifying the `reliable_gliders:updraft_blocks` tag. Additionally, you can customize which items repair gliders by modifying the `reliable_gliders:glider_repair_items` tag. ## Dependencies * **Cloth Config API** (Optional, but highly recommended for the in-game configuration screen). ## Credits * All mod textures by the incredibly talented (https://modrinth.com/user/noelledotjpg)! ## License (https://img.shields.io/badge/assets%20license-All%20Rights%20Reserved-red.svg?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/evanbones/Field-Guide/blob/1.20.1/LICENSE) (https://img.shields.io/badge/code%20license-MIT-green.svg?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/blob/1.20.1/LICENSE) If you're thinking about using the code or assets from Reliable Gliders, please note the mod's licensing. All assets of Reliable Gliders are all rights reserved by their respective creators, unless specified otherwise. The source code of the mod is available under the MIT license. --- (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/compact/social/discord-plural_vector.svg)](https://discord.com/invite/JcGRdT6Pbx) (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/compact/social/github-plural_vector.svg)](https://github.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders)

# Reliable Gliders

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A mod that adds a simple, immersive, and balanced Glider to the game!

## Features

Easy Gliding! Simply hold the Glider in your main hand or off-hand and jump to activate it! It will drastically slow your fall and allow you to cover far distances. Configurable Updrafts: Gliding over blocks tagged with `reliable_gliders:updraft_blocks` (default: Fire, Lava, and Campfires) will give you a small boost. Dyeing: Gliders can be dyed similar to Leather Armor for extra personalization! Durability: The glider has durability and takes damage every second it's being used. It will also completely negate your fall damage while in use. Gliders are also compatible with mending and unbreaking.

!(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/refs/heads/1. 21. 1/images/third_person_glide.png) Gliding!

!(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/refs/heads/1. 21. 1/images/first_person_glide.png) Gliding... but in first person!

!(https://raw.githubusercontent.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/refs/heads/1. 21. 1/images/dyeing.png) Gliders can be dyed like Leather Armor!

## Configuration

An in-game configuration screen is available if you have Cloth Config installed. Otherwise, you can edit the `reliable_gliders.json` file in your config folder.

## Modpack Creators

You can easily customize which blocks provide updrafts by modifying the `reliable_gliders:updraft_blocks` tag. Additionally, you can customize which items repair gliders by modifying the `reliable_gliders:glider_repair_items` tag.

## Dependencies

Cloth Config API (Optional, but highly recommended for the in-game configuration screen).

All mod textures by the incredibly talented (https://modrinth.com/user/noelledotjpg)!

[!(https://img.shields.io/badge/assets%20license-All%20Rights%20Reserved-red.svg?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/evanbones/Field-Guide/blob/1. 20. 1/LICENSE) [!(https://img.shields.io/badge/code%20license-MIT-green.svg?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/evanbones/Reliable-Gliders/blob/1. 20. 1/LICENSE)

If you're thinking about using the code or assets from Reliable Gliders, please note the mod's licensing. All assets of Reliable Gliders are all rights reserved by their respective creators, unless specified otherwise. The source code of the mod is available under the MIT license.

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📊 Mod Details

Game
Minecraft Mods
Author
evanbones
Version
1.4.1-1.21.1-fabric
Downloads
22,917
Endorsements
84
Category
fabric
Created
5/2/2026
Updated
8/14/2026
Game Versions
1.21.1
Tags
transportation, utility

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which Minecraft Mods versions does Reliable Gliders support?

The author lists 1.21.1. Other versions may work but are untested by the author.

What is the latest version of Reliable Gliders?

Version 1.4.1-1.21.1-fabric, published 2026-08-14 with 22,917 downloads recorded at the source.

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