John Barresi

Welcome! 👍🏻

I hear ya, got a lot more going on myself this year, makes it harder for me to organize the where / when of clinics, though I want to see them happen.

What do you think about an advanced or team clinic instead, for greater or “next level” benefit?

I don’t recall where they are, but there are some kite trick origin lists here and there on the web. Sent from my iPhone using KiteLife mobile app

Thanks all for caring enough to notify and be involved, terribly sorry I took so long to reply... Happily, all is well now - please don't let me occasional lapses discourage you from letting us know things like this, it is ALWAYS appreciated. 🙏

Hopefully this compensates somewhat for the delay with our last drawing. And for the record, it *might* be possible too negotiate the model (ST/MV/VT) if you already have a Djinn ST in your bag. No promises, but you guys know I'm always keen to try and find a happy balance.

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. Djinn ST from Kite Forge, $375 value, in your choice of standard colors (cool, hot, green or purple fade)! == Full info - https://kiteforge.com/djinn More videos - https://kiteforge.com/videos/ This package includes a ST (standard) sail, Mystic 12 frame and a kite sleeve! NOTE: You will be able to choose any one of the standard color combos, but it will be exactly the same Djinn ST configuration that I fly myself - no special mods needed, it's already a boss right out of the bag... We should be able to ship from existing inventory when a winner is drawn, worst case will be 2-4 weeks for restock (depending on color choice). You can sign up here. Odds of winning for this prize is currently 1/377, and will be drawn on Feb 21st, 2019! Our thanks, and the very best to you... Let the drooling begin!

The winner of this brand new B-Series mid vent package is #1176, big congratulations to @Rudy64! I'll send you a message shortly for a shipping address. Will post a new prize soon as I can!

Hi folks, thanks so much for your patience - its been a tough month for me personally. Anyway, no excuses... Let's give away some shwag!!! Drum roll...

Latest additions to the family... 1539 @SmokeHavel 1540 @Axident 1541 @Loopy Kiter 1542 @FlyingAK 1543 @Jim Doman Current subscriber count, 377.

Here’s an old article about Will Sturdy. http://kitelife.com/2010/12/01/issue-75-profile-will-sturdy/

Sharing this to ask for your support, both Kite Forge and the Djinn are up for multiple awards with Addict Kite (France) this year and voting is open to all, can vote daily! https://www.addictkite.com/awards-2018-lheure-des-votes/

Had some sweet flights on my local dock today... Man, what a sweet ride. 🤘🤘 Djinn ST, 30’x50# lines. == https://www.facebook.com/barresij/videos/10218484860296945/ == https://www.facebook.com/barresij/videos/10218485508873159/ == https://www.facebook.com/barresij/videos/10218486011725730/

Most of the last batch has already arrived in flyers’s hands and I’m pleased to report our builders are back to 100%... As always, subject to variables and shipping time, 46 more Djinn (mixed customs and stock colors) should be on their way to us as of Dec 14, there is even a fighting chance they’ll be delivered to North American flyers in time for Christmas. Thanks for your ongoing patience, we’re nearly caught up now. ✌️

Just a mash up from yesterday, playing with angles and automated functions.

I have an old Pfaff 1222, very stable and simple, mostly metal, worked for everything I need.

Playing with the Active Track function (locked onto my body - it didn’t want to recognize the kite). Nothing exceptional, music is only there so it’s not so boring to examine the video - just playing with the drone functions still. Obviously LOTS yet to learn.

The other strong issue is the MASSIVE attrition in both high end kite buyers and cottage kite makers... Also, manufacturers and stores both used to be owned and staffed by hard core kite folks, those are farther and fewer than ever and practically none in the US, so most of what we have available isn’t conceived by true end users.

Ocius is faster, more full bodied (sail pressure) and trickier, IMO.

Yep, but the bullet and got myself a Mavic 2 Pro - looking forward to getting some set new angles on kites, lots of sport kite potential with the intelligent flight modes. https://amzn.to/2S3EYjx Also, I’m hoping to have 2-3 capable drones up and filming some of the mega flies at WSIKF next year - just imagine this with dozens of kites... Anyone else here got a high end drone like this? Anyone on the Mavic 2? Any experiences to share?

Testing process has been good, found I wanted less pull and added yet more venting to both the XT and HV... No videos yet, still ultimately waiting for a solid 35+ mph day to give these a solid pounding. Flying from a vehicle gives some sense of it, but also makes for bad posture and hand position so the data gets a little confused. Will update again when I have something worth sharing. ✌️

Sadly, I’m not sure if either of my two favorite SULs are available new any longer. Shiva SUL by Cavalier du Ciel (definitely no longer made). My other favorite in terms of sail pressure / control might be the Ocius SUL by Skyburner, but it is very sensitive and I wouldn’t fly team with it.

Lovely sentiment, warming my heart. 🙏🏻 You know why I’m here. ❤️

Please note, this will probably be the last B-Series we ever give away... I'm down to a set of just three unopened factory B-Series now which I will probably keep in my collection for sentimental reasons, but we should be able to look forward to seeing some Djinns and other cool stuff coming up for grabs in the coming year!

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, roughly a $350 value and no longer manufactured by Revolution as of 2017! This package includes a MID VENT sail, 2 and 3 wrap frames, adjustable handles, DVD and kite sleeve! NOTE: Primary color of the kite in this drawing is RED and BLACK on a STANDARD SAIL... 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 1/374, and will be drawn on Jan 1st, 2019! Our thanks, and the very best to you... Let the drooling begin!