CLTKiter Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Maybe some of you all who have been around in kiting for a while know the answer to this... I picked up a new (unused)/old Rev 2 that came with new (unopened)/old accessories -- handles still in the package, and Revolution lineset still in the package. The thing that's interesting about it is the lineset is on a Crazy-8 winder and the lines are tan. Does anyone have an idea of the length, material, and strength of these lines? Is it spectra, or something else? Is it strong enough that I could fly my Rev 1.5's on it, or just stick with the lesser-pulling Rev 2? Thanks, Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTKiter Posted June 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Well, looks like I can answer my own question. I got an email from Lolly, and she believes that it's Kevlar, about 100# test. However, her recommendation is that I not use it. She mentioned that it cuts just about everything -- other flyer's lines, and even fabric. She said that I could get a wing wrap and possbily even cut off the tip of the kite! So, anybody want to buy a "collector's" non-usable, brand new lineset? Just joking!!! Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny Lingenfelter Posted June 28, 2005 Report Share Posted June 28, 2005 Kevlar.... I hadn't heard that word in a while. Yup.. I even saw a slash on someone's face. Said to be a real mean line. You know who might like it is fighter kite flyers. They use glass line, but I'm not sure if they use kevlar. Congrats on the Rev. II. BB Penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTKiter Posted June 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2005 Good to hear from you Penny. Yes, this is now my fourth Rev 2. First one was the "hot colors" that Rev makes several times a year. Then I picked up an old "cool colors" from ebay. Then I stacked it. This last one will make it a 3-stack. Flying a 2-stack of Rev 2's is really enjoyable. Can't wait to try the 3-stack (and I think I'll quit at 3). Here's a picture of my 2-stack. Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magno@mac.com Posted July 16, 2005 Report Share Posted July 16, 2005 Those lines, provided they are from a circa 93-94 revII, are actually what Shanti used to call their "spectra compatible" kevlar (in your case, 50lb). If they feel almost as smooth as spectra or not nearly as rough as your other Kevvlar lines ( should you have any) then you can be pretty sure that's what you have. I always had very good luck with the Shanti "speedline (spectra) compatible" kevlar. Of course, when in doubt, don''t use Kevlar. The reason for Kevlar always was its resistance to stretch. And when you've got 4 lines, it's alot harder to deal with line stretch than when you have 2. Nowadays (basically since 94/95) Top quality speed line has become quite a bit more stretch resistant than it used to be, so Kevlar's advantages are minimal. It also doesn't degrade in sand and sun the way Kevlar does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTKiter Posted July 19, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2005 Thanks for the info, Magno. I think I'll just keep the winder and clips and do away with the line. I've heard enough lately about the kevlar to stay away from it. Don't need to make any more enemies than I already have... Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny Lingenfelter Posted July 19, 2005 Report Share Posted July 19, 2005 Doug, You enemies? Come on now. Why stop at 3? 6 is the most impressive stack of Rev II's. Just ask anyone. I love to fly a stack of twos. I think I might have to put one together with whatever I have in my bag. BB Penny Hey John, I have 3 buttons now. Edit, report and quote. 3 out of 4's not bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Barresi Posted July 20, 2005 Report Share Posted July 20, 2005 I used to have a 7-stack of Rev II's... Some of the best power flying I've ever had. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTKiter Posted July 21, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 Wow! Seven stack! I can't imagine! Penny, actually I've bought a fourth and am leaving next week for the beach where I'll fly the 4-stack. I'm a little guy (150 lbs), so I hope I can handle it. I plan to fly on Rev 2 handles with 140# blue line or 150# spectra. Hope that makes sense. The 3-stack pulled pretty hard with 12-13 mph winds. We'll see about four (at the beach)!!! Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny Lingenfelter Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 I weigh less then you and I've flown 6 packs and even 12 I believe. I always walk off the beach with my arms about an inch longer then when I started and my knuckles trailing on the sand. they pull just that much. Yeah, I haven't even played with a stack this season. Time to tie a few together. Have fun with the 4 stack. The line sounds good. Are you using adjustments on the handles? BB Penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 Wow! Seven stack! I can't imagine!Penny, actually I've bought a fourth and am leaving next week for the beach where I'll fly the 4-stack. I'm a little guy (150 lbs), so I hope I can handle it. I plan to fly on Rev 2 handles with 140# blue line or 150# spectra. Hope that makes sense. The 3-stack pulled pretty hard with 12-13 mph winds. We'll see about four (at the beach)!!! Doug The nicest thing about Rev stacks is the amount of control available. You dont have to let it drag you down the beach if you dont want it to. I need a stack dammit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTKiter Posted July 22, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 Hey, The line sounds good. Are you using adjustments on the handles? Sure are using adjustments. Interesting... I needed to adjust the "gas" about 2" in. I thought maybe my lineset needed equalizing, but it just may be the balance needed for the stack. BTW, I have other handles that I could use, but I prefer to fly with the "recommended" handles. mnkby, you'd love it!!! Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 Hey,The line sounds good. Are you using adjustments on the handles? Sure are using adjustments. Interesting... I needed to adjust the "gas" about 2" in. I thought maybe my lineset needed equalizing, but it just may be the balance needed for the stack. BTW, I have other handles that I could use, but I prefer to fly with the "recommended" handles. mnkby, you'd love it!!! Doug Ya, I tend to try out any stack I see, they are a pile of fun. In a perfect world, I'd go for a stack of 3 1s or 3 1.5s I flew Bob Serack's rainbow stack down at Lincoln City recently. Wheeeeeeeee! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny Lingenfelter Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 Your right Doug, the recommended handles are the best. Though with a stack you might try the Rev I handles and compare. It might make it less work. Might make it to quick. Depends on your preference. Either way it takes a little getting use to. Bob's stack is sweet isn't it Dave? You all have fun at Stevenson without me. BB Penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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