John Barresi

Nope. Hands below elbows equates to more brake line tension without direct X-Y input. Hands above elbows equates to more top line tension without direct X-Y input. Literally, the subtle altitude of the hands (and arms) changes the dominance of the top / bottom in a more subtle range without the volatility of a true manual input.

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I’ve found that magic sticks are just another tool, nice if someone likes them but not a solution unto themselves. Tuning, technique, equipment, many options available.

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Congrats @RobB!

Russ, remind me of this when we meet up at the end of April - there is a lot that can be done with the altitude of your hands in relation to your body when reversing, pretty sure we can get you over the hump.

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Thanks to you! 50% of successful kiting is having good info and convention (process), the other 50% is heart, seems to me you’re digging deep on both - carry on!

Did we ever! iQuad was one of the most meteoric rides I’ve ever had in kiting, worth every minute.

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