John Barresi

Thanks for your patience y'all, was a long day of kite festival in Vancouver BC yesterday and I was whipped! So... Who's ready to find out the winner? <grin>

Congrats!!! photograndmom?

I'm grateful Chris, but I think I'm set... Pretending is enough for me.

There is no 0-0-0, it's my imaginary hope. Thanks for popping my bubble.

Welcome Stogiez, your subscriber number is 982... Good luck, the RNG is a cruel mistress. But seriously, come on 0-0-0, it's gotta be my turn - right?!

Yeah, congrats Wyatt - all is as it should be.

Well said Katrina, you've covered pretty much everything I was struggling to find time and words for. Hear hear.

I especially love the white pyros at night... Either in moonlight, or hit 'em with a halogen hand cannon.

Ouch, difficult position Wyatt - I'm sorry. Question, have you found the source of this new initiative and presented your case? Especially with a known artisan and "thinkers" community, I would think they'd be more sympathetic to the work you've already put in... Not only that, but how useful you could be if you were simply utilized or included.

BTW, a lot of folks put their subscriber # in their forum signature (editable in your profile).

Easy enough Ed, I just look you up... Always happy to do so. An active subscription is all that's required, we draw from the active numbers on our master list. Your lucky number is 955, good luck with the RNG!

Questions are good, carry on! You hit the spar right on the head, the Kite Shoppe link you shared is the right one - and a good source. == 100' is fine, I'm usually between 85' and 120'. For a good reference on how line lengths and weight affect flight, check out this tutorial... It's for Rev, but the same principles apply. == Regarding vented dual lines... I think 99% of the experienced fliers will attest, a vented dual line is never as good as a full sail. Unlike a Rev, where venting makes the kite more precise, it usually compromises BOTH the performance and lower wind range on dualies. All just imho, of course.

Thanks all for the kind wishes guys, warms my core! Had an absolutely amazing day, thanks to TK and all of you for making it so special. Maybe, quite possibly, my best birthday ever.

One more FYI on the Kymera, it's framed with P300 Skyshark... Very inexpensive spars as far as kites in this class go, probably somewhere around $6-$8 a stick (someone may correct me on that), whereas some kites are framed with Skyshark 3PT or similar, which run more than $10 per stick. You got a lot of good feedback here... As long as you study a bit and use common sense, you'll have a blast with any of the aforementioned kites. Remember, they're just like cars - each has it's own feel, different handling, different acceleration, etc. That's half of what makes it fun, and why most folks own at least 2 kites after a spell.

The sum of these 3 quoted posts is correct. Win 1, sit 1 out... It means in theory, out of 5 drawings, anyone could still win a maximum of 3 drawings. Someone's wet dream ------> win 1> sit 1 out > win 1> sit 1 out > win 1. Fat chance, but it's theoretically possible. And remember, MULTIPLE subscriptions are allowed if you want to double your chances... We have a few members with two subscriber numbers, and at least one with 3 subscriber numbers... The forum system isn't set up to handle the multiple sign ups though, so anyone that nutty should email me for direct assistance with added subscriptions. For absolutely clarity - it's the winning subscriber # that sits out after winning one (not the member by name), so any other numbers a member has are still in the running. Wahoo - it's my birthday - license to partay!

We're pleased to yet again announce the next prize being given away to our most appreciated supporters, the Kitelife Subscribers... For roughly 10 cents per day they play a major role in keeping KL growing in every way. B-Series Mid-Vent (package), roughly a $335 value! NOTE: Primary color of the kite in this drawing is PURPLE and BLACK with BLACK CENTER, on a MID-VENT SAIL. This package includes kite, 3 wrap and 4 wrap frames, adjustable handles, DVD, weight kit and kite sleeve! This is regular (factory) model, it is not a Pro by Bazzer, but will still provide excellent flying for whoever wins this. You can sign up here. Odds of winning for this prize is currently 1/305, and will be drawn on July 18th, 2012! Our thanks, and the very best to you... Let the drooling begin!

We're pleased to yet again announce the next prize being given away to our most appreciated supporters, the Kitelife Subscribers... For roughly 10 cents per day they play a major role in keeping KL growing in every way. THREE 7' Ghost Pyro Deltas, roughly a $210 value! Kites are TWO in black, ONE in white... ONE winner will be announced, ALL THREE kites to one proud recipient! If you've not flown a Pyro before, you're in for a real treat... 20' tails off each wingtip! "Designed by Frank Schwiemann and licensed to G-Kites, the Ghost has long been a festival favorite. They are ideal for all kinds of wind and will lift tube tails and line art. Put a white one up at night and you'll quickly see why people call them "ghosts". " More info about these kites - http://gombergkites....tick.html#ghost Easy to fly, very stable, wide wind range, and BEAUTIFUL in the sky. == You can sign up here. Odds of winning for this prize is currently 1/305, and will be drawn on July 4th, 2012! Our thanks, and the very best to you... Let the drooling begin!

We're pleased to yet again announce the next prize being given away to our most appreciated supporters, the Kitelife Subscribers... For roughly 10 cents per day they play a major role in keeping KL growing in every way. This is a brand new Sweet Emotion sport kite by Dodd Gross, from Skydog Kites, roughly a $180 value! A good all-rounder, this is a great intermediate/advanced kite - http://www.skydogkit...etemotion.shtml If you haven't done so already, You can sign up here. Odds of winning for this prize is currently 1/305, and will be drawn on July 11th, 2012! Our thanks, and the very best to you... Let the drooling begin.

Right, time for us to go big or go home... We're pleased to yet again announce the next prize being given away to our most appreciated supporters, the Kitelife Subscribers... For roughly 10 cents per day they play a major role in keeping KL growing in every way. Zen from Revolution Kites, a $440 value! This awesome low wind quad line kite is an original design by John Barresi and Bazzer Poulter! (actual color of this prize is ALL WHITE) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbFXYrIlyss You can sign up here if you'd like to get in on the fun, support our efforts and gain access to our amazing archive of video downloads. Odds of winning for this prize is currently 1/305, and will be drawn on June 25th, 2012! Our thanks, and the very best to you... Let the drooling begin!

That's awesome Jynx, congrats - enjoy it.

That's awesome Ingo, thanks for sharing it here!

Nice flying Rob, as usual!

Awesome, FlyForm just participated in the same exhibit in Portland... Can't recommend it enough.

Here's an example of the glide Watty described... 1:05 in the video.

LOL - so mysterious!