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So-Cal Quadict

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    Rev quads, Gross duals, Premier Duals
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    2004
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  1. Ok, I had to see if it would work for me. I made up a short set ( approx 25') and flew my EXP. We had a mild Santa Ana condition complete with micro-bursts and then nothing... Followed by gusts around 25 mph. Crazy! Well I got tired of flying around and into various obstacles as I could not fly at the field but in front of the house (watching the kids) and figured why not make up a short set (extra dual lines made into Quad) for the EXP (not the Blast...heck no. the EXP is pennies compared to the Blast). Well to make a long story short, it worked and it worked me too I was able to do spins, reverses, and in between wind shifts I "Milked the Breeze". Crashed a few times and finally I just got plain tuckered out from running around. My neighbor must think I am a madman running around the Cul-de-sac in circles . Well now I have to make up a real set for the Blast and see how that works for me.
  2. Wow!!! I asked for help and advice and well thank you so much. I am going to print this out. Thanks again Ron
  3. I have flown single lines off and on my whole life but it wasn't until I went in to purchase kites for my kids a couple of years ago while staying in Carmel, that I found sport kites (Windborne Kites) and was instantly hooked. I started out with the Igniter and went back the next day moved up to the Addiction. My wife bought me my first quad, an EXP from Kite Country down in San Diego during a business trip. And just last week, I purchased the Blast (9.5' leading edge). I wanted power and power I got whew... After reading and watching videos with John and other flyers using SLE's and Rev1's I realize that maybe I went too far too fast. But oh well...I can always go back and buy one or the other. I like the typical stunts (figure 8's, axels, reverses ect) but after watching the both of you in action, the slow precision moves are something I would like to work on more. I can do spins but I need to get better control to maintain alitude while performing slow motion spins ( I have tried the "bicycle pump" with moderate success) but I sometimes fall instead staying steady. Right now I guess I am still working on getting a better feel for the Blast. It moves a heck of lot faster than the EXP and is very sensitive even in the most light wind conditions. I would like to incorporate some of the moves that you and others do in indoor flying (maybe by purchasing some line and making a "short set" about 25' which will allow me to fly in absolute windless conditions). I also have started flying Dual Stacks in last couple of months and I know I will have to try Quad Stacks as well. One thing I have found about flying especially the Quads, is the amount of patience and persistence one must incorporate (this is helpful to my Keyboard playing I am in a band too!) in the learning curve of flying. Flying kites relieves stress and is a great way for me to unwind from the stress of my business. I do appreciate that even though you, John and the other experienced flyers have achieved much success and notability, and yet to still share your thoughts and advice with those of us who are either novice or not quite as advanced with the utmost patience and respect. That speaks volumes of the caliber of flyers such as yourselves and the rest of the kite flying community as well.
  4. I am new to this forum (since this week) but I am impressed by the wealth of information anyone can get here. Both John and Penny's helpful suggestions and encouragement (and those of you other Quad Heads too!-John and Penny are so prevalent so don't feel left out ) go a long way for those new to Quads. I wish I found this forum much earlier, flying by trial and error, near misses, crunched frames, and torn sails are all part of the learning curve; but if I had the great coaching I see here well, it would not have been so rough. I would like to thank Patricia Massaro at Windborne Kites located in Pacific Grove Ca. She and her daughter got me started in sport kites. So if any of you happen to be in the area please give them a visit. As a small business owner myself, I know Pat would appreciate your interest. I usually fly here in Ontario and go down to Doheny (by Dana Point) to fly. Are there any of you who fly in my area? Seems that I am the only Quad head that flies at Doheny although it sure is a lot fun to show off in front of the crowd that gathers around ( mostly running for their lives ...just kidding). I just purchased a Blast while on vacation up in Carmel last week. What a challenge compared to my EXP. I am never far from my kites as they are usually in my truck and whenever there is a wind well....I am out flying. I hope I did not bore you...just thought I share my passion for kites as I am sure you all have
  5. I have found that you take the kite to the top spin it by braking the right and pulling (sliding) the left. This should turn the leading edge away from you and the kite should float away allowing you to gain ground and just before you get close to grounding, go full brake/reverse and you should be able to shoot up or sideways. This worked for me during low wind conditions (after practice though ). I just bought a Blast last week and after watching the videos from Rev kites and Barresi (they make it look so easy) I ahd to go out an screw up a few times. Crashing in front of Carmel-By-The Sea tourists ahhhh... What a tough crowd. I was pretty good at flying my EXP but then again the Blast is soooo beyond the EXP. Keep it up...remember it's the challenge of learning and accomplishing that makes kite flying what it is... Purely addictive...a healthy addiction
  6. The power in the Blast is fantastic I weigh about 180 and it pulls me a little. My wife thinks I'm nuts but it's a healthy addiction I tell her I still have a problem with control as in doing spins in low wind and maintaining altitude, trying to keep it level without rising or falling. I have tried the bicycle pump method with some moderate success. But I keep losing it. Any suggestions?
  7. I just bought a Blast last week up in Carmel. Watched the video and it looked so simple. I have flown EXPs but the Blast was a heck of lot more sensitive even as the afternoon winds picked up up on the bay I had to think about my moves. But... The Blast is soooo sweet once you get the moves down. I love the fact that it's easier to slide into a turn more so than the EXP. I took it out today here in Ontario Calif. Flew it at my kid's School in low wind (about 4 mph) and although I got a workout, it was great. As the wind picked up I had to adjust the bridle. If this is your first Quad it will be tough. I would suggest the EXP as I did and then work your way up. I still fly my duals and stacks but the Quads are my favorites over all. Have Fun..that's the main thing about flying
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