makatakam

You've been busy! Nice collection of home-made quads. I especially love the fire and ice on the floor. Are those two sewn or appliqued? I'm guessing sewn because the pattern runs to the edge, although it could be . . . . .

By the way, John Barresi, one of the foremost flyers in the world (some, including me, would say THE best) lives in Portland. You could kinda drop by his flying field .........

Oh, and click on the map tab at the top of this page. It will show the flyers in your area, as well as the whole world. Also get on the Revolution Kites forum, if you haven't done so already.

And here's Wayne -- he's right in your neck of the woods and a very experienced flyer.

There are many Rev flyers in your area. Stay tuned. I'm sure one or more of them will pop up here with suggestions. It would be good to get together with one or more of them so you can try some of the kites out before you decide what to get. We're a friendly bunch, and always happy to help out someone who's just getting into it. The B-Pro Series kites are pricey; you may want something a bit less expensive to beat up while you are learning. If money is no object, just go for it. You can add kites and frames later that will fill in the gaps. Understanding the reason for different frames for different wind conditions is fairly simple: stronger winds demand stronger frames. The differences in frame response times you will probably understand, but not be able to feel until you have at least mastered basic control of the kite. There is much discussion of various frames and using hybrids of what is available, such as 3-wrap center spar with race frame ends, etc. If you have any experience with using a different frame than the original in dual-line kites, then all you need to know is that it translates almost directly to quad-line kites; where, when and how you want that spar to flex is something better left for later, however, getting a kite with two frames does increase the usable wind range. I'm in the Chicago area and our winds are a beast of a completely different color, so this is as specific as I'm going to get, and let the guys in your neck of the woods guide you further.

As much as I'd like to have the wind meter, I'm going to stay out of this one because I've run out of things to give away. Good luck to all.

John, that's about the only thing you didn't try on that dual-line stack at Busse Woods!

The right equipment will always help you fly better. Once you can feel the difference, begin making changes in your line settings. Most flyers eventually add more brake by attaching the top lines further out on the knots. It will give you better speed control, and decreases sudden movement caused by wind gusts. Keep on flying, smile and don't forget to breathe.

Quad-line video coming to your neighborhood soon! Rob, read the Karma drawing posts from today. You won!

Rob, please PM the address to which I should send it. Enjoy the kite, she's about a mover! P.S. -- If this will be your first time flying a Supersonic, do it in wind less than 12mph. Standard quad-line set-up, 90# line x 80 or 120 feet, 13" handles should do just fine. Anything over 15mph, get heavier lines, like 150#.

And the lucky winner is #9 RobB. Congratulations, Rob, and thanks to everyone for playing.

Ok, this is the cut-off post. No entries after this.

Was out flying some Revs today. Cut-off time for this drawing is 9:00pm Central DST, that is in two hours and ten minutes. Winner will be posted shortly afterwards. Good luck, everyone!

No quadcopter. Behind me is a hill that my wife was standing on when she took the picture. The field is part of an elementary school property about 5 minutes from my house. Next to school, there is a large soccer field and a baseball practice field and plenty of additional open space to fly. This was the first time I staked an SLK while I was flying a dual or quad and it was fun. I'm going to make up a couple more staked for my other SLKs so I can fly 3-4 simultaneously. When the wind is in the opposite direction try your Rev at the base of the hill. You know that ground wind that isn't there most of the time? It'll be right there and make working near the ground awesome.

They need to use a better camera. Those $20 clip-in-on-your-monitor ones just don't cut it!

Great shot! Taken from quadcopter? Keep on flying; it gets better every time. There's a grass field like that near enough. I'ts called Chicago. Come fly with us.

What you give away in a Karma drawing does not have to be expensive. It does not have to match what you won in value. It does have to be kite-related. Everyone has something in their kite bag that they seldom use and is collecting dust, that another can put to good use, or something that you have found useful on the field that you can purchase and offer. Take a look at the list of topics in the Karma thread to get an idea of what has been offered in the past. There have been $10 items and there have been $300 items. They all found a new home with someone who wanted them. It only takes a bit of imagination to play, and help is readily available with getting your offering posted. So, come on in, everyone. The water's fine!

I haven't had a chance to fly the French bridle yet, but if I like it, the only ones I'd be tying myself would be for my SUL's -- unless I can talk Elliot or Cath to tie them from 50# LPG for me.

hyzakite, are you in? Your post did not start with the words I'm in, so I have to assume that you are not.

I am not familiar with the Wala, but you might consider fishing weights. They come in a large array of shapes and sizes.

If there's a kite I can learn to trick on, this is the one! Come to papa, baby. Oh, yeah.

Nice video, Flynhi. Great scenery too. Good job with the Rev!

Mark, there are many, many kitebuilders on this forum. You'll see.

Michael, I had no intent to offend you, nor was my post a dig at anyone except myself. I was referring to Barton's post, which I found difficult to understand at first, but then realized that even though chances were doubled it made little difference with many as many people as we had playing, and tried to explain the math. The "Midwest Gibberish" is a reference to me and the first sentence of my own post and nothing else, since I live in the Midwest. Again, this was not a reference to you or any other member of this forum, and I refuse to accept your withdrawal. You are still "in", and if for some reason I offended you, I offer you a truly heart-felt apology. I'm on this forum to have fun and talk to others who fly kites. I am not here for any political purpose or to put anyone down.

That is some great flying and one of THE BEST dual-line videos I have ever watched. Actually watched all the way through, without skipping ahead!