Bolo Posted June 16, 2014 Report Share Posted June 16, 2014 Hello All I've been starting out learning some low altitude manoeuvres with a Flying Wings Beetle (moves like the 'lawn-dart', and one I call 'negative clearance').. Would like to move on. I did manage something that looked vaguely like a half axel with the Beetle today, but I have the impression that a larger kite might be easier to learn on (given that I am doing my best to not treat it like a remote controlled shovel any more). Wanted to shake the bushes here and see what kites people had kicking around, perhaps no longer flew often, and might be interested in transforming into some bucks. You might laugh at some items on the list, as they are probably keepers that people are unlikely to sell, but you never know. My wish list - Premier Freestylist - Premier Widow - Premier Wolf - JoE Talon - Blue Moon Mantis - Blue Moon Muse - R-Sky Nirvana SE - Benson DS (haven't read as much about this one) - Skyburner WidowMaker I live on the north side of Lake Ontario and have access to 'beach like' winds, but generally the wind is pretty low here (4 - 7 mph? and lower) and can often be gusty when it gets stronger. (note: I have a shipping address in Buffalo, so don't let customs hassles worry you if you are in the USA) Would like to learn tricks in addition to just zinging gracefully around, but expect that I might continue to occasionally have unplanned contact with the ground so would like something that is relatively easy to get parts for, and maintain. Please let me know if you have any of the above or others that you think might work and you're willing to part with. Cheers 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkrinor Posted June 16, 2014 Report Share Posted June 16, 2014 I have a Premier Widow I can let go cheap. It has not been modified and in great condition. I will try and pm after work. Thanks **sold** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolo Posted June 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Now have a 'low wind' Zephyr from Hyzakite AND a 'regular wind' Widow from Tkrinor. Guess I am set for all conditions now and won't ever have to buy another kite..... HA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imranipatel Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Bolo. you will have a blast this summer!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tmadz Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 The premier widow is extremely fun and quite capable. I progressed rather quickly with it compared to prisms. I am completely sold with J Trennepohls designs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkrinor Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 Now have a 'low wind' Zephyr from Hyzakite AND a 'regular wind' Widow from Tkrinor. Guess I am set for all conditions now and won't ever have to buy another kite..... HA! I agree Ha! They are like rabbits...seem to multiply rapidly in the closet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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