Kymera Bridle

[rumpybuster]

Hey everybody,

I recently added a Kymera to my collection. Really awesome kite, but I was wondering if someone could point towards some more detailed info about the bridle. I have a number of dualies, and the Kymera bridle is quite a bit different than anything else I've flown.

Any tips about adjusting it for lighter stronger wind would be helpful. I feel like I get the basic idea,, but it would be nice to verify.

Thanks for any help in advance!

[John Barresi]

Hi rumpy - I definitely encourage other folks to chime in with their experience, but for high wind I'd suggest moving the top spreader bridle attachment to the to 2nd knot from the end (pulls the nose toward you)... The should make the kite less "flat" to the wind, sheeting the sail a little to reduce pressure and frame torque.

I fly a stock Kymera stock (right out of the bag) using all the weights, bridle on the end knot in it's sweet spot, which is roughly 4-15 mph (although it will fly in lower and higher wind ranges), and I never move the central bridle point.

In lighter wind, you might try pulling the nose back in (2nd knot) and removing the two additional brass weights... But the real key to light wind flying is keeping smooth tension, so a trick kite like the Kymera doesn't go totally loose when it needs sail pressure.

All that being said, experimentation and personal style are what it's all about - just make sure you have clear markings or notes for your original set up, and see for yourself - better yet, let us know all about it. <grin>

Also, be sure your wing tip tensioners are good and tight - makes a difference in the performance.

[rumpybuster]

Hey Thanks John, also thanks for working so hard to create and keep going such an awesome online comunity for all of us wind addicts. You and your team are awesome!!!

[John Barresi]

Thanks! I really just can't get enough flying, the rest happens.

Looking forward to hearing about your bridle play!