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And the pair is done!

If there is anyone who wants a kite and cant build it on their own I will build it for you. I will just charge for materials used. I just want the scraps left after each project. cost will be cost per yard of fabric per color, cost of printing the plan and making a template if needed, spars and other materials/hardware/notions(tape, webbing, etc.) used, plus the shipping cost the materials. If you cant pick up the kite, there will also be a charge for shipping it to you. the only kites I wont make are soft kites, i.e. foils and display kites. If anyone wants to see my previous work I can post pictures. Edit on 4/30 I can also do applique and reverse applique work for an additional cost. The cost will be based on the size and complexity of the design you want as well as materials. if it is something small i might have some scrap materials i can use but it is not a guarantee as I do not have whole lot of color options with the scraps i currently have.

I was going to say a Peregrine as well or a Pro Cheetah......but the framing/fittings threw me off. I have a 3/4 Peregrine.... There are a bunch of us with oldies but goodies kitewise. Good luck with the refurbish!! On another note....my Mom lives in Chilliwack and I (used to) go out and visit from time to time...... bt

YES!!! Yes it IS! I just needed my aging memory jogged! Thanks Loopy!

One of Jerry’s kites:Peregrine. Review in SQK http://www.kitelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/v1-3.pdf (page 33). I still have one too. Sent from my iPad using KiteLife mobile app

ONE OF JERRY'S KITES PEREGRINE Sent from my iPad using KiteLife mobile app

I can't help with the ID, but welcome to the forum.

Hi everyone! I'm just an old guy refurbishing an old kite. I didn't have time for it for years, but now that I'm retired... I'm actually hoping that there's some one out there that can help me identify it (I can;t remember it's make and model after 30 years!) Does anyone recognise this?

That's what you write now. Many people get the "kite bug" and go deep. Others don't. If you're sure it will remain casual then get a cheaper one, but if you feel more serious the cost difference is relatively small in the long run. If it helps, consider hours of entertainment per dollar. Your first learning will cost some extra sail life and repair costs for broken spars, but they are good for many hundred hours of entertainment. The Vertigo and Rev EXP are made from a different fabric than the others which is heavier (Edit, see note) but it also can aid beginners by being slower and more sturdy. But after your first few flying days you may not want that. Go fly other people's kites and learn what you prefer, then buy that. Fly other people's kites in a variety of conditions and wind speeds if possible. You should also try dual line, and other styles like speed kites, power or traction kites, which also have dual and quad line options. All are fun in different ways. You originally wrote 3-20 mph range. While there are kites that can do that for a short time, for most of us that means three different kites. A full sail quad can handle the lighter winds but will be stretch out of shape quickly at 20 MPH with high risk of damage at every gust. A mid vent will struggle in light winds and be difficult at 20, but with experience could fly the full range. Neither endpoint would be particularly fun, though. A full vent would not fly for a beginner below about 10 MPH but would be strong at 20. Above 20 you would want a different sail, as well. /Edit: Looks like the Vertigo's different fabric is somewhat lighter. Their web site says it's a slightly lighter polyester, rather than the more typical polycarbonate (PC) fabric. Either way, the EXP and Vertigo models use a different fabric than the ones used on most of the other major models. It's something to consider.

Hey DannyT, You have been given good information by all who have responded here!! I do not have a Djinn, yet, but I do own a Freilein Exodus mid vent and a Vertigo, set up with T0 rods for flying in lighter winds. And as riffclown mentioned, the QC on these quads is top notch. I might also sugest that you cannot go wrong purchasing a Freilein from Andy and Brenda at www.oceanshoreskites.com. They are really good people and will take care of you, before and after the sale. I do think that Rev makes a good product, but they are also doing a couple of funky things with their product as apposed to most, if not all, other builders. Good luck, Lon

NOTHING beats a direct comparison, ideally each kite on identical line and handle combinations,... what about "common framing" btwn versions

FWIW, The Reflex RX starts on Rev's site for $380 The Djinn from Kite Forge starts at $375 The Vertigo at OSK is $199.98 The Exodus at OSK runs $229.98 I own or have owned at least one of all of these. (Reflex Tarantella and Reflex XX ) have both been sold now. The Djinn, Vertigo Stack and Exodus all sit in my bag to fly. My personal opinion is I don't care for the springs on the Rev and QC on the Freileins is top notch. The Djinn is the most advanced quad out there and has the improvements that don't come stock on any other sail. Please get the sail that makes you happy. Bottom line, There's a reason there are so many Revs for sale and you barely see the others on the secondary market.

No chance of flying, im in a rural area, ive never even seen anyone fly a 2 string kite let alone a 4 string

Vertigo is less expensive than the Rev. First recommendation is to find fliers in your area and try their kites. If you want a Rev, I'd look at some of the used B series kites in the classifieds here.