riffclown

Both the Freilein and kiteForge items are hard rubber. The item you identified is comparable.

Second Panel is sewn. Time to take a break and continue this kite another day. Picture is the overlap shot of both panels.

Using the sewn pic above, I created a mirror image to plan the center panel. Thinking Silver, Charcoal and Black with White mesh.. I may add additional stripes. Just not wanting a plain center panel. Created the following concept image.

Right side is sewn.

RE: The Mojo. Many people pick up the Mojo as a lower cost alternative to an expensive Hadzicki based wing. The Mojo is a different animal entirely and is not a kite I would recommend to "learn" on. It's twitchy and can be a bit unwieldy, especially for beginners.

Let me recommend even with the Djinn and Aluminum caps they can pick up a burr on the concrete that will slice through the bridle and worse yet, cause issues when packing up by scratching against the fabric of the kite itself. Try putting some cheap pencil eraser caps on the endpoints of the caps. It will save the caps from at least the first few impacts without adding too much weight. Easiest launch in your situation is a throw launch. or use a sock full of sand or beads to weight the handles while you set up.

Next 135% mesh will be Black White, Silver and Charcoal..

While I don't consider myself qualified to make a duallie recommendation, I will say it's probably worth your time, once you get some valid kites in mind, to reach out to the used market for the kite you are interested in. I've never flown a Challenger but I have dealt with Ocean Shores kites. They are a reputable dealer and can be trusted. Biggest drawback is no online ordering..

Don't sweat the double post, we have a cleanup crew. For future reference, click on the options and just hide the unwanted post. We'll take care of it from there If all else fails, report the post and tell us what you need..

We've got it covered..

I've started going back to some of my earlier Diamonds builds that are still in my bag and I'm doing the "T" conversion on them. Only exceptions are my Stacks. I find it trickier to tune the stacks when "T" connectors are in use.

I'd have to agree. Of all the frame Rev put out the original Black Race is probably the most versatile. I keep one handy to do my initial bridle tests and test fits for most of the kites I build. I keep a diamonds frame for when there is just no wind and I still want to get a pic to complete the build. I also don't cut Rev spars. I only cut what I buy bulk which is the Skyshark.

I only use skyshark camo rods for the most part.

Did you have to cut your spars after you made the change?

They have a pretty good motion as long as you don't have the vertical spars in. The Freilein ones are a bit larger at the junction. Not sure I'd throw a 3 or 4 wrap in but those stick in the Freilein caps anyway.

Purple Fade To Black loop..

Quick video showing the conversion in about 6 minutes..

Locking this down as completed..

PDF Version Finished front of kite at Vertical attachment point. **Note there is no tension on the LE in this picture. T Connector Conversion.pdf

Before After Disclaimer, the following instruction will void any warranty on your kite and may require further modification of spars or bungees to meet your personal specifications or preferences. The changes WILL tighten the vertical tension significantly and those factors must be considered before beginning. Converting a standard Rev configuration to "T" connectors for the verticals. This instruction applies to only kites with standard framing and not the 5/16" or Reflex frames. This can also apply to Older Freilein, Hengda and Revs prior to the changes in their kite configurations. Parts needed - 2 "T" Connectors. The Freilein part on the left or The Kite Forge item on the right. - Heavy Duty Scissors or shears. You will be cutting through a few layers of Dacron which can dull regular sewing type scissors. - A small Screwdriver, popsicle stick or similar type item to guide the spar back into the sleeve after cutting it. *** IMPORTANT NOTE!!! First assemble the kite and note the overall taughtnees of the sail. The conversion to "T" connector add between 3/4" and 1" to the height of the kite and either the bungees at the bottom of the sail may need to be loosened OR the spars shortened to accommodate the change. Sails built with the "T" connector in mind have slight different dimensions or have taken this difference into account already. Be prepared that this change will void any manufacturers warranty and may required modification of the spars to support the overall modification. 1 - Remove the frame from the kite. (The center spar of the LE can remain in the kite.) 2 - Remove the bridle, caps, and bungees from the two Vertical attachment points. 3 - Place a single strip of masking tape over the center of the vertical attachment point. This will be the guide on where to cut. 4 - Flatten the portion of the LE sleeve as indicated in the picture. You will only be cutting the back portion of the sleeve. The front of the kite should not be cut or altered. 5 - Cut carefully at the sides of the masking tape as shown. Heat melt the cuts to strengthen if possible.Double check you are only cutting the back of the LE Sleeve and not the entire sleeve. Repeat Steps 2-5 for the other vertical attachment point. 6 - Insert the first Spar into the end of the sleeve and place the "T" Connector in place. Use the screwdriver or popsicle stick to guide the spar back into the center section of the LE Sleeve. 7 - Repeat Step 6 for the other Attachment point. 8 - Pass the bridle loop through the original bungee hole and larks head it onto the T Connector. You can hot cut a new hole higher if desired. 9 - Reassemble the kite and determine if the vertical spars will need to be cut or if the bungees can just be loosened a bit. This is a personal choice. (I personally prefer to have as little of the spar protruding from the bottom of the kite as possible.) In my example here I will be shortening the spar by a full inch.

The KIP Landing.. And from below the kite.

The Terry Murray Stack

Next Batch..

Recorded today. No peanut butter this time. Just a squirrel, a stick and some strange behavior.

It's not very big but it seems to be in the wheelhouse of what you mentioned