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  1. Kites and lines no problem (Depending on size restrictions. Stakes will cause issues and should be checked (or buy a cheap screwdriver when you arrive) Quad Handles MAY bear further inspection due to the weapon-like shape.. Short version. Most things OK but check or leave the stake behind.
  2. I love inverted flight.. All of the kites I make now have a bit of a bias for inverted flight..
  3. My Sudoku hobby also has that effect.
  4. riffclown

    Riffclown's Homemades

    Photos of my home made kites and accessories. Early ones made from Gomberg Kite tails.
  5. When winding your lines after flying in a sandy environment, it's a good idea to take a very thin slightly damp cloth and run the lines through that as you wind. it will get rid of dirt particles that could rub and cause damage. Using a thin cloth to do this you will feel anything that may be trapped in the weave of your lines.
  6. I split this off to a separate topic.
  7. Wishing everyone the merriest of holidays with whatever tradition you observe.
  8. CA Glue does not flex and is generally not good for non rigid surfaces.. Does something attach to this Velcro or is it just a protective wear spot?
  9. Good to be back behind the machine.. Planning to experiment with a few frames.. We will see what works best..
  10. Looking forward to it..
  11. It wouldn't be the first thing that flew there for the first time..
  12. Kite # 92 in final stages..
  13. Bring them to the Rogallo.. I'll help you any way i can..
  14. The Advantage of the Rev EXP is it comes with Handles and Lines.. For all other options those are usually separate.. The Kite is indeed quickly outgrown but you will likely be crashing a bit at first until you get the hang of it. Freilein is an excellent kite at a reasonable price point. If you go with Freilein go with OSK since they control the QC for their brand and have a higher standard.. (I've never seen even a stich out of place on an OSK Freilein. Handles.. Freilein Handles are my personal Preference but there are other options availalbe. Length is a personal preference but the standard is 13" as you stated. (I personally Prefer 15" but that's just me) Lines. - Laser Pro Gold (aka LPG) or Skybond are the way to go. 20-30 meters are good starting points. Words of wisdom. When it comes to cheaper lines or cheaper kites you generally get what you pay for. Get in touch With Eliot, Cath or Cassie at Flying Smiles Kites. They have Freileins, Handles and Custom Linesets. Honest Business with Great Service. https://flyingsmileskites.com/
  15. View Advert Riffclown Spectrum Mesh Stack Spectrum Mesh Stack. 6 72" riffclown Mesh quadline kites stacked. This is a custom stack I made for myself. Consists of 6, permanently stacked 72" Mesh kites. I will include an set of lines (150# x 40ft) and handles with this deal. Stack will be available at Jockey's Ridge 17-19 Jun.. Prefer in Person Exchange. Advertiser riffclown Date 05/16/2022 Price $1,800 Category Kites (Quad Line) Brand riffclown Model Spectrum Mesh Stack  
  16. THIS ADVERT HAS EXPIRED!

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    Spectrum Mesh Stack. 6 72" riffclown Mesh quadline kites stacked. This is a custom stack I made for myself. Consists of 6, permanently stacked 72" Mesh kites. I will include an set of lines (150# x 40ft) and handles with this deal. Stack will be available at Jockey's Ridge 17-19 Jun.. Prefer in Person Exchange.

    $1,800

    , Virginia - US

  17. riffclown

    Corolla President's Day 2022

    An Event hosted by Flying Smiles Kites. GREAT company and an incredible day of flying. Could not have asked for a better wind range from near "indoor unlimited ceiling early in the AM" to "We can bridle and fly the chair" later in the afternoon.
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