rm25x Posted April 21, 2009 Report Posted April 21, 2009 I stumbled on a video on youtube last night where they were doing sport kit flying. Really caught my interest. Watched more video's and read up as much as I could about different models, sizes etc. and decided on a Flying Wings Acrobatx. Just placed my order with A Wind Of Change who I also saw on this forum helping some people out, and I like to see that from a company having my own business and all. Anyways, I am as excited as the school nerd that gets to go out with the prom queen haha I know I have lots more to read, and I have to work on my stalls first thing Thanks for all the help on this forum, there's lots of great information here. Rob Quote
nosedive Posted April 21, 2009 Report Posted April 21, 2009 I stumbled on a video on youtube last night where they were doing sport kit flying. Really caught my interest. Watched more video's and read up as much as I could about different models, sizes etc. and decided on a Flying Wings Acrobatx. Just placed my order with A Wind Of Change who I also saw on this forum helping some people out, and I like to see that from a company having my own business and all.Anyways, I am as excited as the school nerd that gets to go out with the prom queen haha I know I have lots more to read, and I have to work on my stalls first thing Thanks for all the help on this forum, there's lots of great information here. Rob All in one day?!? Jeeeez...talk about jumpin' in with both wings! Quote
rm25x Posted April 21, 2009 Author Report Posted April 21, 2009 haha yeah I am not one to take time to think things over, wife seems to really enjoy that aspect with me Quote
windofchange Posted April 21, 2009 Report Posted April 21, 2009 Thank you for the order, your kite is on its way and you should be up in the air within minutes....ok, maybe shipping will take a little longer than you are use to doing things. LOL Actually the kite will be there as fast as UPS can get it to you. As for help, this forum is an awesome place to go when you need info. There are tons of pilots here that are just waiting to help you out. It does take time to learn so be patient and most of all, have fun. Once you get the basics down don't forget to breeze by Randy G's sportkite blog. Welcome to the world of kite flying and I hope you find it as enjoying as all of us do. Quote
rm25x Posted April 21, 2009 Author Report Posted April 21, 2009 Hey thanks for the welcome. Looking forward to getting in the air Quote
John Barresi Posted April 22, 2009 Report Posted April 22, 2009 Rock on Rob, welcome to the party! Quote
Upnet Posted April 22, 2009 Report Posted April 22, 2009 Welcome Rob......this kite thing is addictive. I have an Acrobatx.....been flying since February. You do know, that One kite is not enough. You will find that out soon enough.Enjoy! You are now about to join a group of people who march to the beat of a different drum. Quote
John Barresi Posted April 22, 2009 Report Posted April 22, 2009 Oh, and just wait until you try Revolution kites too! <grin> Quote
rm25x Posted April 22, 2009 Author Report Posted April 22, 2009 I already have my eye on a Flying Wings Soul once I get this one down. I don't see me going to a Rev, sorry they are just not good looking to me. Quote
John Barresi Posted April 22, 2009 Report Posted April 22, 2009 It's cool, I love both dearly... It's about flying. I see "Great Lakes" in your signature, any chance you'll be at the Grand Haven MI event May 16-17? Great examples of all things kiting there, the fliers are friendly and accessible for tips and fun. Quote
Aerochic Posted April 22, 2009 Report Posted April 22, 2009 Welcome Rob......this kite thing is addictive. I have an Acrobatx.....been flying since February. You do know, that One kite is not enough. You will find that out soon enough.Enjoy! You are now about to join a group of people who march to the beat of a different drum. No truer words have be written! ;D Enjoy the Acrobatx Rob and Congratulations!!! I don't want to be a pushy quadliner, but I used to feel the same way about Revs... until I tried one. The rest is Total Addiction History. Regardless of how many lines you fly on, you'll find this forum is an excellent place filled with great folks! Quote
rm25x Posted April 25, 2009 Author Report Posted April 25, 2009 It's cool, I love both dearly... It's about flying. I see "Great Lakes" in your signature, any chance you'll be at the Grand Haven MI event May 16-17? Great examples of all things kiting there, the fliers are friendly and accessible for tips and fun. I don't have plans to be, but I do plan on going to East Tawas on May 30/31st for the beach fly. Quote
rm25x Posted April 25, 2009 Author Report Posted April 25, 2009 Welcome Rob......this kite thing is addictive. I have an Acrobatx.....been flying since February. You do know, that One kite is not enough. You will find that out soon enough.Enjoy! You are now about to join a group of people who march to the beat of a different drum. No truer words have be written! ;D Enjoy the Acrobatx Rob and Congratulations!!! I don't want to be a pushy quadliner, but I used to feel the same way about Revs... until I tried one. The rest is Total Addiction History. Regardless of how many lines you fly on, you'll find this forum is an excellent place filled with great folks! Thanks for the welcome. I guess to me a rev would be like a moped, sure its fun but you don't want to be seen in public on one! haha I am just kidding. Who knows, I may try it and like it as well! Now if UPS would hurry up with my kite I will be all set. Monday is the lucky day. Quote
John Barresi Posted April 25, 2009 Report Posted April 25, 2009 Some fun dual line vids... (old school flying) (pure trick flying) (mix of both) (AWESOME team flying)Some quad stuff... (indoor) (street flying) (killer mega fly) (my team in England)No particular reason for posting, just thought it might tickle you on both fronts. The possibilities are infinite, no matter what you fly. Quote
sirrom Posted April 25, 2009 Report Posted April 25, 2009 Always a pleasure to watch. Have not seen the dual line team fly before. That one was great. The Sea Devil promo had different music. Was there a reason for that? Every time I go to fly I think I am getting better, until I watch these videos. I guess the bar can always be set a little higher, and that is why we keep going out there. Quote
John Barresi Posted April 25, 2009 Report Posted April 25, 2009 YouTube has cracked down on music licensing... So, no more Jungle Boogie. Quote
rm25x Posted April 27, 2009 Author Report Posted April 27, 2009 Some good vids, thanks for sharing. Quote
nosedive Posted April 27, 2009 Report Posted April 27, 2009 Some good vids, thanks for sharing. Are you from the metro Detroit area? Quote
rm25x Posted April 28, 2009 Author Report Posted April 28, 2009 Some good vids, thanks for sharing. Are you from the metro Detroit area? I am just east of Flint actually. Tried to fly yesterday, but the wind wasn't very good. Lots of gusts, and kept blowing in different directions so I gave up to wait for a better day. Quote
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