Reef Runner

Holy Cow, how did I ever miss this video...........and with Pink Floyd, to boot ? That's "Shine on you Crazy Diamond (Parts 1 -5)", and "Shine on you Crazy Diamond (Parts 6-9)", two of my absolute favorites, from the 1975, "Wish You were Here" album............ Holy Flying John...........How did I miss this ? And what a bunch of great "Dark Side" flying. Here, here As I have mentioned before, when I fly, I always fly with music, and it's always "Pink Floyd" - always..........

Congratulations Marshall................... Like you really needed another kite............Just kidding (no such thing as too many kites) Right?

Congrats Joanna !

Good going Scott. Looks good !

Yep..........you could count on Scott !

Cool Kap'n, Rob ! I really love your spot, there on the isthmus.........too bad it's so cold up there. Oh, and just FYI.........in case you weren't sure, that purple strap & carabiner, are both rated at well over 4000 lbs

This is stuff (hardware) that you can suspend yourself over a canyon with, should you choose. They will surely handle walking down a kite. The pulley flips open, so you can quickly insert the line, close it, and hook in the carabiner on a strap. Make sure the line is in the center of the pulley, then simply walk towards the kite. Once you arrive at the kite, simply disconnect it from the line, deal with the kite (take apart), then go back to your anchor point and wind in the line. If the pull from the kite isn't too severe, you can simply clip the carabiner over the line, and walk it down without the pulley, however, the pulley does cut down on line friction and abrasion. Both can be found here: (and shipping is always free) http://www.silvertipmountaincenter.com/silvertipmountaincenter_i4775349.html?catId=126216 http://www.silvertipmountaincenter.com/silvertipmountaincenter_i9798717.html?catId=126216

Hey Rob, Are you using the heavy gloves, in place of the walk down pulley, or the plain old carabiner ?

OK...........Great pics

That pier/dock looks like a very cool spot for SLK's. Great pictures Scott..........

Prism "Flip" is on the way to Florida ! (enjoy)

Mundy............Would you be interested in one of those Prism, "pretty little Flips", that Dayhiker mentioned ? I've got one that I would be more than happy to send to you, just for the cost of postage. I've flown it once, so it's basically "brand new", and I believe it comes with line.............let me know via PM !

Congrats..........enjoy

I'm in !

That's pretty darned good...............Keep it up Sebastian ! I wish that I had been doing that well, back on my fourth flight

Should have told me you needed a drogue. I've got several drogues, that I made, just for the Ultrafoil. Fuzzy tail is just what came with the kite. Let me know if you need more drag. We can work something out, for sure.

Any place that sells bridle line, should be ok. I use 100# on my Rev B2 handles, but I use the larger line (140# - 170#) on my 1.5 and/or Rev II size kites. It's not really that important, but if you are flying something that requires a certain line strength, then your leaders should match, or exceed that line strength. You don't want the leader on your handle, to be a weak link between you and the kite............Hope that makes sense.......... You found one good place to order..........The Kite Shoppe here are a couple more choices: Goodwinds https://goodwinds.com/line-winders/bridle-line.html Fun with Wind http://www.funwithwind.com/store/ListCategoriesAndProducts2.asp?idCategory=182&idparent=168 By the way, this is all that I am suggesting that you add to the handles, then lark's head your current leaders to this knot. Again, hope this makes sense.............

You should get many answers.........but here's my take #1. Usually the flutter that you hear when flying across the wind window is due to - NOT ENOUGH - brake. I know you say you had applied maximum brake (via the leaders & knots), but you may need even more, than the standard "stock" B-series leaders allow...... #2. If the sand is dry, you should be able to remove the frame (rods) from the leading edge sleeve, and pour it out of both ends. Allow the kite to fold in the center and just tap on it and the sand should fall out. Some people use compressed air, which will help dry the sand and blow it out one end of the sleeve. It will help if you get someone to help you hold the kite, so the leading edge is pulled out straight. If you are working alone, just lay the kite flat on the ground and insert the air nozzle into one end of the leading edge sleeve. Apply the compressed air, and the sand should blow out the other end. Another way to clear the sleeve is with running water. This is the method that I use. I have a small nozzle that attaches to my water hose, and it fits perfectly into the end of the leading edge sleeve, or rig up something that will work. Again, lay the kite flat on the ground, and allow the water to flow freely and forcefully, through the leading edge, until you think it is flushed out completely. When finished, hang the kite to allow it to dry. #3. I'll assume, based on your description of adding brake by moving to the outer knots, that you were making the adjustments on the top leaders. I'll also assume that your bottom leaders, are the short stock leaders that come with the B-series. My suggestion, to increase brake, would be to make yourself a new set of longer top leaders, and add more knots. These new leaders need to be made identical to each other, so far as length and knot placement. Another easier way would be to make a short pigtail (5" or 6") and add this to the handle, then lark's head your stock leaders to these, which will extend the overall length of the top leaders, hence, increasing your ability to add brake. When you find your sweet spot, then you may want to make yourself an entirely new set of longer leaders, that will cover the area that works for you. Use standard 100# or 150# bridle line to make the leaders. Currently, my top leaders are long enough to extend an inch or so, below the bottom of the handles (13" - 15"). #4. Obviously, the 2 wraps made it, but I would use the Race Rods, if I were you. My set-ups are usually Race Rods in the Standard sail, 3-wraps in the Mid-Vent, and 4-wraps in the Full-Vent. I do fly in steady coastal winds, though. #5. As for suggestions, just keep watching the Rev tutorials...................and go fly with someone, if possible ! Good Luck :ani_victory:

Nice pics Rob.........(you need to give your assistant a raise)

I agree with Joanna.............. Seems to me like quad line (Rev) interest has picked up over the last year or so......(I mean, we do have the greatest ambassador for kiting, working for us, 24/7). I feel like kiting is doing well, and maybe moving forward. Somebody's going to always want to fly something

Yep, you guys send me an airline ticket, and I'm in too............... (just kidding, but hey, this plane only fly's west) Have fun guys.............

First of all, welcome to Kitelife, and welcome over to the "Dark Side" I think you will be quite happy with your purchase. The B-series is a very nice kite, and no matter which sail you pick, it will serve you well, under the right conditions. Yes, with the std sail, you will be able to fly in somewhat lesser winds, than with the mid-vent. From a personal standpoint, if I was going to have only ONE (1) sail, I would pick the mid-vent, simply because that fits the winds that I fly in, predominately. However, you will in time, expand your Rev collection, so there's plenty time to add other configurations. Since you are going to be getting a std sail first, your second purchase might well be a full-vent, and then, somewhere down the road, you may want to fill that gap with a mid-vent. As for flying with "nearly no wind", that might be something that you want to put off, until you have at least mastered the basics, of the quad line kite. Flying in very light winds can be quite frustrating for those "new" to Rev flying. Eventually, though, you may want to try this, as there is a lot of interest in low-wind and no-wind (indoor) flight, as I am sure you have seen on-line. Again, from a personal standpoint, I prefer a good breeze, somewhere between 8 - 12 mph. That's my favorite...........but that's just me. Concerning the Race Rods, you are correct that they are a bit lighter, and somewhat more flexible, as compared to a standard 3-wrap or 4-wrap. I believe that the comparison, or "rule of thumb", is that the Black Race Rods have the approximate weight and flexibility of a 2-wrap frame, but with the strength of a 3-wrap. I normally fly with Black Race Rods in my standard sails, 3-wraps in my mid-vents, and a 4-wraps in my full-vents. You will get a lot of other valid opinions and suggestions on this subject, as there is no exact, or "right" choice. It's all going to depend on the individual, and what feels best to that person. Many will use Race Rods in both the standard sail and the mid-vent, with a 3-wrap being reserved for the full-vent. Again, you should get a lot of good opinions on this subject......... My only concern with the Race Rods initially, would be going through the actual "learning to fly" process. A sharp or violent wing-tip into the ground, could result in a "snap", and "snap" is never good...... Good Luck, and again, congratulations on your new Rev. I'm sure it will be beautiful

Sounds like a mighty smooth, first day out. NO un-planned landings (crashes - hopefully none too serious) ? I can honestly say that my first day out was definitely not that uneventful, but of course, I had a 12 - 15+ mph breeze at my back, and once up, it was wham, into the ground, then back up into the sky, wham, into the ground, then back up into the sky, wham, up, wham, up, wham, up, and I didn't have a clue what was happening, because it was all happening so fast. I was completely confused, and simply reacting to what the kite was doing - the kite was flying me (and winning). Luckily, no damage sustained, as I was flying a 1.5 SLE (tank), with the 7/16" leading edge. It took me a couple more outings, to gain any confidence, but finally, I started to understand. Then, I started flying the kite. It was almost like that little light bulb came on and when it does, you just want to kick yourself , and then you just smile As for that hover, it will come, don't worry.....Just remember what Tmadz said, "Nothing replaces time on the lines. Nothing."

Don't know if you've actually flown yet (if not, good luck), but you'll have to give us a blow by blow account !

Congratulations Robin.............fly well !