SmokeHavel Posted November 15, 2018 Report Share Posted November 15, 2018 Hi, I'm George. Long time dual line kiter (kitist, kite lofter) just for fun. My first kite back in 2004 was a Prism Quantum, have it here in Saudi with me now. Just bought my first quad and looking forward to catching air with it, I actually bought 3 kites. All revs 1.5 SLE, Original Super Blast, and a Reflex XX with custom cut travel frame. I may just add a Djinn to the fleet also. I retired from active duty Army a few years ago and now I work in SA, my home is Kansas though. I try to get out and fly as much as I can, helps to relax and clear my thoughts while reminding me of good times at the beach with my family. Nice to meet everyone. George 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makatakam Posted November 15, 2018 Report Share Posted November 15, 2018 Hi, George, and welcome to the forum. I can see that you've committed to flying quads by how many you've purchased. I recommend approaching it with some patience. You'll need to forget some of your dual-line moves, but the line management skills you've acquired will be helpful. Quads are just a touch more difficult to get basic control of. When setting up and laying out your lines, remember that the apparent twists and tangles are not really there, and 99% of them will disappear once you put some tension in the lines. Most important is to smile, have fun and don't forget to breathe. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Dowler Posted November 15, 2018 Report Share Posted November 15, 2018 Before you put your quad set of lines out - watch JB's tutorial til you are sick off it - then watch some more!! We all have little personal twists to it, but the basics don't vary. Once you find a system that works - DO IT THE SAME WAY!!! Create a habit by doing it the same - everytime!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokeHavel Posted November 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2018 Thanks for the tips. I've watched a lot of the Ktielife videos, I know i'm ready. And the Rev Club 38 should give me some structure to learning too. I'd be cool if I was closer to Mr. Barresi to attend a clinic. I have a New Tech Kites Spirit quad that I really like. Yeah some may say that kite is akin to riding the nickel car ride outside of Woolworth's, as opposed to driving a real car. But it was all I could afford and at least I was flying. Now that I'm grown, and the kids are out of the house, I can afford the ones I had wanted for so many years. Mr. Barresi may even have me talked into a new Djinn! That would be my Lambo sitting in the garage until I can drive it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
photomom Posted November 16, 2018 Report Share Posted November 16, 2018 I have three New Tech Spirit quads. I really like them and enjoy them as a change of pace. My red-white-blue comes out every patriotic holiday fly.Sent from my iPhone using KiteLife mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokeHavel Posted November 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 I have the RWB also. Dang, i haven't flown that kite in about 10 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makatakam Posted November 17, 2018 Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 I see now that you've flown quad before. Cool beans! What took you so long to find KiteLife? Don't be a stranger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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