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  1. SparkieRob
    Just whisper it to me... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    But....Los Hermanos make a printed B2 sail. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pretty sure it's a printed Rev II sail, small difference in design. Tried to find the Facebook post where they announced a printed 6 foot Rev sail but I can't find it. I'll defer to the Rev 2 sail design as it makes more sense. Still, I'm going to get a Printed 2 one day. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    I like that, to say goodbye. Nice touch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  4. SparkieRob
    Hi Bill, Just got back from a quick go and I'm glad they were a bit on the long side. It was freezing out there, it's 2:30am and the wind chill is awesome. Just a gentle tug and they were off. I'll definitely make some shorter ones from the off cuts though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Not long now! My karma offering, if I win, is all sorted. And I must say is a little double karma. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Made up a few line sets tonight. I think my pull tabs might be a touch long but I'll run with them as it will be winter shortly... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  7. SparkieRob
    Body rhythm is key. Where you feel comfortable is the base for your style. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    The Rev set

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    The Rev set

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    Inside the Rev bag

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    2 Stringers

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    2 Stringers

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    What's in the dual bag

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  10. SparkieRob
    Hey mate. Not sure if it's a "thing" or any but when I just posted to a thread my post count went up only on the new post not on any of the preceding posts in the same thread. It went to the correct amount on all when I refreshed the page. Hope all is good bro.
  11. SparkieRob
    Bump, Only 4 people in on this modern classic Got to be in it to win it. I know what I'll put up if I am drawn.
  12. SparkieRob
    They came from factory with #50 (50 pound) line. http://kitelife.com/forum/topic/5106-hq-symphony-beach/
  13. SparkieRob
    Like like like. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. SparkieRob
    Nice roundup. Like I was almost there. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  15. SparkieRob
    There are a few "rules" that I have found. Stack lines should be; 1) the length of the leading edge, or 2) 3/4 of the length of the leading edge. So somewhere around there. As with most types of stacks the bottom link lines on the last kite should be a bit shorter than the others. This helps pull the stack together and reduces the wobble. Post some pics when you can. I really like stacks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Leaders on a dual line freestyle kite are there to reduce the wear on your trailing edge and your spreaders. The Spectre is very hard on these and can cut into the reinforced material of the trailing edge. It also cuts into the carbon rods and plastic fittings. Another advantage of line leaders on a dual is that it drops the line down with the application of slack to get your lines out of the way. I think there is a "standard" ratio of 3 times the leading edge but I'm not sure on that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    I use leaders on all my two stringers, the weight also helps to drop the lines for tricks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    That is a cracker of an idea Allen! Is it hard to release if it has been under high stress? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Yep, Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  20. SparkieRob
    This is my street line set. The kite end has the small loop of LPG as a pull and the handle end has the over hand knot. This is more because I didn't have any sleeve material when I chopped down a set to make them. Seems to work. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    I have a line set with the loop tied on the loop that goes on the kite end. Yes it makes it a lot easier the remove. Haven't had any breakage issues. I also have small loops tied through the loop! That is a small 3/4 inch loop that I use as a pull tab rather than knotting my line loop. I'll see if I can grab a pic to show better and post back. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  22. SparkieRob
    I have found the original design that was in my mind when I made these, I am sourcing it here; by Al and Cheryl Axton. Mine is slightly different in that it isn't L/R symmetrical for the winding legs. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    I'm very glad too. Tim has a reputation world wide for making not just top shelf kites but being the standard for "the top shelf". Couldn't miss out. Plus, I really dig the colours!! Thanks for putting it up. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  24. SparkieRob
    I'm in!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  25. SparkieRob
    Ok. Seeking a little international clarification from the moderators on this one. a) If I cover total postage if I win this kite, and If I cover total postage for next drawing or make a US based prize available, Can I enter this drawing? Hey, it's a Benson... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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