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This tutorial from Kitelife.com provides a basic introduction to indoor kite flying, using Indoor Revs. Just a brief overview, our introduction video is the first in a series of detailed tutorials covering everything from basics of set up and flight to advanced tricks and techniques on the Indoor Rev and indoor fitted B2. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here!

This tutorial from Kitelife.com breaks down reliable methods for assembling and disassembling your Indoor Rev, making it painless and neat. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here!

This tutorial from Kitelife.com provides instruction on the very most basic style of catch and throw on an Indoor Rev, allowing you to pull the kite off the end of the lines into your hands, and toss it back out to the end of lines for flight. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here!

The basic Rev axel, performed with a Revolution 1.5 in 3-4 mph winds. In this case, the trick is demonstrated in a left to right inverted hover using the new Barresi Signature Series Rev, with a 3 wrap frame. NOTE: A reliable (and free) cross-platform video player is VLC, which should work with any file format including MKV.

This tutorial from Kitelife.com provides instruction on the slide (or float) with an Indoor Rev, a gliding maneuver that is one of the mainstays of indoor Rev flying and is a set up for various other maneuvers. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here!

This tutorial from Kitelife.com details the methods for the Up and Over maneuver on an Indoor Rev, allowing you to fly your kite up and over your head while maintaining flight and even gaining ground (walking toward the kite while in flight). You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other “pro secrets” gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community… A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we’re doing here!

Scott Weider performing with an Indoor Rev, using a 40+ foot silver mylar tail that appears to float on air.

Longtime master pilot Paul de Bakker of Focus Kites dazzles us with a dual line indoor demonstration using a kite of his own design, called the Reflection.

John Barresi performing indoors with an Indoor Rev, flying to one of his favorite tracks, including the "jump through" maneuver pioneered by Lam Hoac.

At just 13 years of age, Tristan is already dominating indoor competition in the Northwest USA and this particular routine is no exception... Flying an iTrix, he demonstrates skill and talent beyond his years with solid choreography and an amazing display of indoor tricks including multiple Cometes.

Excellent promo video from JohnBarresi.com set to "Jungle Boogie", with the Sea Devil being flown over the water at WSIKF in 2005.

This tutorial from Kitelife.com introduces the concept and technique for bringing your Indoor Rev up from a flat (leading edge away) position, as well as how to turn the kite over and fly away from there. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here! File imported by an administrator

This tutorial from Kitelife.com introduces the most basic methods for redirection, the ability to change the direction of your 360 and reinforces awareness of your flying area, allowing you to move freely around a room instead of simply backing up all the time. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here!

This tutorial from Kitelife.com provides a detailed introduction to how to position your kite, launch and fly through your first 360 (full circle around you), most easily the first step for actually flying your Indoor Rev. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here! File imported by an administrator

This tutorial from Kitelife.com provides instruction on some of the more advanced catch and throw tricks on an Indoor Rev, including the axel catch, fade catch, pancake catch, pinwheel catch, spin throw, straight throw and others. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here!

This tutorial from Kitelife.com breaks down an efficient and reliable assembly and disassembly method for most dual line sport / stunt kites. While putting your kite together and taking it apart may not be relevant to your flying, it DOES effect not only the longevity of the kite and its materials, but a proven process can greatly streamline and simplify your "before and after" on the field. You can look forward to a growing collection of similar tutorials covering equipment, flight techniques and other "pro secrets" gathered from over 20 years in the kiting community... A number of them will be available here on YouTube, while the majority of these tutorials will be located in the Kitelife Subscribers section, be sure to subscribe today if you like what we're doing here!

John Barresi taking his new Zen out for a day at his local haunt on the dock on the Willamette River in Portland, OR. Winds ranging 0-2 mph, 30' x 50# lines on 13" handles.

John Barresi street flying with an Anniversary Series Revolution at the SS Great Britain in Bristol, England. Equipment: 12' x 50# lines, race frame, standard bridle.

Released 2007.

Revolution I video from JohnBarresi.com set to "Song of Life", flying over the water at WSIKF in 2005 (some one-handed).

Flying the Jump (by Level One) through a dogstake, some basic slack line tricks included... Filmed in the Vicente Lopez district of Buenos Aires, home to many of the Argentinian sport kite pilots and BaToCo members.

Flight and performance demonstration of the John Barresi Signature Series (B-Series), using a Race Spar frame in 2-5 mph... Includes water flying.

Demonstration of B-Series mid vent Revolution, using Race frame and 35' of 90# line in a variable 3-6 mph. Filmed in Portland, OR at West Delta Park.

"Reflections" This one hour show is the latest creation of world famous artists Lee and Debbie Park of Aerial Experience Productions, utilizing a mix of kite performers, aerial dance, theater, artistic gymnastics to present one of the most unique and beautiful indoor kite shows you'll have the pleasure of seeing anywhere. CREDITS: Written/Directed/Choreographed by Lee & Debbie Park Produced by Aerial Experience Productions Presented by the City of Lincoln City, Oregon FEATURED FLYERS: Lee Park, Debbie Park, Paul de Bakker, Lisa Willoughby, Scott Weider, Penny Lingenfelter, Toby Arndt, Wayne Turner, Zach Colbert, Jeff Reed, Phil Burks, Jerry Cannon, Dick Curran There is no substitution for seeing it live and in person so be sure to visit Lincoln City for their next Indoor Kite Festival typically held in march, or for any of their other fine kiting events held through the year - Click here for their schedule!

"The Canvas" You don't see a canvas...all you see is a frame *** beauty and color...billows of stars You don't see a canvas...all you see is a frame...** you follow along no reason or rhyme *** nothing but sorrow...nothing but shame *** You don't see a canvas...all you see is a frame ** let your mind drift into the abysss *** discovery more lovely than heaven awaits This one hour show is the latest creation of world famous artists Lee and Debbie Park of Aerial Experience Productions, utilizing a mix of kite performers, aerial dance, theater, artistic gymnastics to present one of the most unique and beautiful indoor kite shows you'll have the pleasure of seeing anywhere. Act 1 "Miss La La at the Cirque Fernando" Edgar Degas "Campbell's Soup Cans" Andy Warhol "The Umbrella's" Pierre Auguste Renoir / "The Singing Butler" Jack Vettriano "Water Lilies" Claude Monet "Luncheon of the Boating Party" Pierre Auguste Renoir "The Poplars" Claude Monet "The Card Players" Paul Cezanne "The Dance Class" Edgar Degas / "The Floor Scrapers" Gustave Caillabotte Act 2 "Starry Night" Vincent Van Gogh "Stormy Seas" Ivan Konstantinovich "Bell Rock" "Monmarte" Pisarro / "Starry Night over the Rhone" Vincent Van Gogh "Mona Lisa" Leonardo Davinci "Irises" Vincent Van Gogh CREDITS: Written/Directed/Choreographed by Lee & Debbie Park Produced by Aerial Experience Productions Presented by the City of Lincoln City, Oregon FEATURED FLYERS: Lee Park, Debbie Park, Scott Weider, Tristan Underwood, Paul de Bakker Penny Lingenfelter, Amy Doran, Connor Doran, Phil Burke, Wayne Turner Zach Colbert, Jerimy Colbert, Jeff Reed, Jerry Cannon, Lisa Willoughby Toby Arndt There is no substitution for seeing it live and in person so be sure to visit Lincoln City for their next Indoor Kite Festival typically held in march, or for any of their other fine kiting events held through the year - Click here for their schedule!