John Barresi

Thank you Laura (and everyone else), but don't ya know... ? The next ticket sold might be the winner! <grin> Sorry, had to have a little fun. 43 tickets sold!

34 tickets sold!

31 tickets sold!

28 tickets sold... 97 left, already more than 1/5 through them!

27 tickets sold.

24 tickets sold.

My guess is that it's a "generic" kite, may not be able to track down the brand or model.

19 tickets sold!

16 tickets sold, on our way!

Probably not Lynn, but couldn't hurt I suppose... My guess is that it's an obscure product that was made outside of the main kiting community, or a home built that was resold. Can I ask how you came to have it? (not a loaded question - just trying to place the kite)

Our pleasure Darin, enjoy... Can't wait to hear about the maiden voyage!

Watty has milk if we need it.

Monkey mentioned to me that I should reaffirm that indeed, these are both Rev I, not 1.5!

With my upcoming wedding plans, I'm finding an immediate need for funds, so I'm releasing some very special kites! Take advantage of this rare opportunity to win this pair of custom Rev I kites designed and handcrafted by award-winning kite and Revolution Masterpiece artist Barry "Bazzer" Poulter... Each panel is skillfully hand appliquéd and painted in the same style and quality that you've come to expect from Bazzer... Finishing was done in the Rev factory. Now, the really special part... These were truly the first prototypes for what is now known as the Masterpiece Series, with these two blue kites made for me and two just like it in orange for Ben D'Antonio of Revolution. These were made in July of 2006 (before any other Masterpiece or the B-Series), hand-delivered to me by Bazzer at WSIKF a month later (August '06)... Here are some photos of me flying the standard kite, from the Rogue Valley Windchasers fun fly we had in Crescent City (CA), September of that same year. The kites are in very good condition, neither have more than a few hours of flight time on them. == Full kite image... Wings (vented is identical, all white panels replaced with venting)... Because of the added flexibility of a Rev I, these kites have TONS of personality in flight, almost taking on an animated quality in the eyes, like they're scowling down at you! == There are only FOUR of these special Revs in existence, and the other two are safe in Ben's collection. These do not have Rev logos on them, just goes to show how early on these were made... But, they were sanctioned by Rev, and I'm reselling them with the blessings of both Ben and Bazzer, for the express purpose of raising funds for Takako and I. These aren't even signed by Bazzer, that's how unique these are... Of course, he'll be happy to sign them for you! == As of now, we are offering 125 raffle tickets towards this magnificent kite and they are available for $20 each, or at a discount of $50 for a 3-pack of tickets, you can buy multiples of either, up to a maximum of 18 tickets per day (six 3-packs). One hundred percent of the raffle proceeds will go towards the expenses involved in immigration (legal/filing fees and airfare) for Takako and myself, and can be purchased using your PayPal account, or by credit/debit card, also securely processed by PayPal without any requirement to open an actual account with them! There is no cut off date on this raffle... Both because of the unique nature of these kites, and due to the importance of where the proceeds are going. == *SOLD OUT* == Fine print: The raffle drawing will be held when ALL tickets have been sold, and any tickets accidentally purchased beyond the 125 that have been made available will be refunded immediately... //// In the interest of fair chances, buyers are allowed a maximum of 18 tickets per day (six 3-packs), purchases over 18 in a day will be refunded directly and can be reapplied on another day... //// Ticket numbers will be issued 1 through 125, in the order they are purchased, and confirmed via email to the buyer(s)... //// Sales will be anonymously posted in this forum topic as "3 more sold!", etc... //// Shipping for the winner is included in the ticket purchase price, no additional payment required... //// The winning ticket will be drawn using the Random.org Sequences Tool from Random.org, determined by the first number listed out of 125 (example only)... //// Paid employees of Kitelife or Revolution are NOT eligible for this raffle, tickets are only available to YOU! For those who jump in on this raffle, a very heartfelt THANK YOU... We're working our tails off to try and get Takako over here as soon as possible, and with as little complication as we can.

Is anyone else having to log in every time they visit the forum? My log in is automatic on Rev, KTAI, etc, but I'm having to log in every time for Kitelife. Please let me know, thanks.

I love the Freestylist, nice kite... In an era where most kites are trick-heavy, this one maintains an awesome balance of both precision and tricking.

Some of the prizes come out of Kitelife supplies, or we do advertising trade with manufacturers for product. In this instance, the Freestylist came from The Kite Shoppe, a long time retail sponsor. *plug* *plug* *plug*

Prize was shipped yesterday Darin (via Priority Mail), be sure to post a photo and your first impressions here!

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. A Freestylist by Skyburner Kites, roughly a $150 value! Express yourself! The Freestylist from Sky Burner lets you do just that. This kite is very easy to fly that it allows you to explore areas of trick flying that you may have thought beyond you reach. The NEW Freestylist was designed and built so that an intermediate flyer can quickly learn how to fly like a trick party expert. In the hands of an advanced flyer the NEW Freestylist jumps out and and lets the flyer perform the most advanced maneuvers as if they were child's play. Hand’s down the NEW Freestylist is the most maneuverable sport kite available today. The NEW Freestylist will do every advanced trick and maneuver you want it to, from Lazy Susan's and Roto Fades to Jacobs Latter and more. The NEW Freestylist still has the quality and craftsmanship you have come to know and expect from Sky Burner. The sail is sewn with flat feld seams, for exceptional strength, that lets all the panels flow neatly together unlike other weaker sails that are seam taped and sewn. Put together with an unbelievably tough Sky Shark wrapped carbon frame, this is a Kite built to last. Put the NEW Freestylist in your hands, or the hands of your area flyers and watch a freedom of expression unlike you have never seen before. Designed by Jon Trennepohl and Wayne Brunjes. Sails sewn by Heads Up Kites, Pam Kirk and Mike Dennis. Made in the U.S.A. You can sign up here. Odds of winning for this prize is currently 1/269, and will be drawn on May 15th, 2009! (prize is teal/black - as pictured) Our thanks, and the very best to you... Let the drooling begin!

Welcome to the dark side Ken.

Ya, it's fairly common for people to get into the Rev forum for info well before they actually get a Rev. Great people indeed.

ROFL!! The bit about the fuzz is true, but I do keep a peripheral eye on all surrounding objects (trees/flags/etc) to supplement.

I use the fuzz on my ears... No external indicators.

Bil, coming to WSIKF this year?

Awesome, always a good addition.