Mic Posted June 16, 2006 Report Posted June 16, 2006 I recently put the quad stick on all my 3 rev (1.5 SLE, SUL and vented) but i find that them adds some noticeable weight on my SUL so, when i fly in winds in the range of 2-4 mph, this become a problem. Anyway if i remove my sticks in that condition, i don't like to see all those threads hanging from kite, and don't like the fact that they tangle all together. Any tips? Bye, Mic Quote
Dorsal Posted June 16, 2006 Report Posted June 16, 2006 Use lighter sticks. What diameter are the sticks you used? On my Spirits, the sticks are .120 rods IIRC, but they could definitely be lighter if I ever felt like replacing all of them. Quote
Jason Paul Posted June 17, 2006 Report Posted June 17, 2006 If you go here: http://community.webshots.com/album/451923825aNoKWm You can see mine. What we're referring to is the string/spar setup on the back of the Rev in those photos. They help stiffen up the frame and change a few flight characteristics for the better IMHO. They also act as a kickstand, allowing you to lean the kite back without it falling back flat onto the ground. Jason Quote
Quad KiT Posted June 18, 2006 Report Posted June 18, 2006 I really want to put quad sticks on my revs. Can you send me the plans and materials list that you used for all three? (SUL, STD, and Vented) Many thanks! Also this is my first post! Whoohoo! Quote
REVflyer Posted July 7, 2006 Report Posted July 7, 2006 the stick you see used on Jason's kite~photo page should be a point 125 carbon TUBE (not a solid rod!) you'll need a hard end-cap, again to fit a 125 tube (get the completely holed one, not the cap w/ a slit!) any string will work for the structure, SUL kites can use spectra, . . . but the easiest to tie is the 100 pound hi-test Bridle line you'll also need the stand-off fitting and vinyl endcap that inserts into it (affixed to the opposite end of the 125 stick, from the hard-cap) The length of the stick is anywhere from 14 to 18 inches (longer is stronger, if you can get by the weight increase) The stick is located approximately 11-3/8 of an inch measured down from the top of the leading edge sleeve you want all the connecting lines to be tight, but not so tight as to place any frame distortion into the kite when it's laying flat on the floor. keep the knots as small as possible, so you don't catch a line during slackline tricks, consider sewing the loops shut! AFTER you do this to a kite you'll love it. I laughed at folks using "training wheels" during my first 7 years of quad~flyin'. I find the benefits vastly outweigh the drawbacks. I have dedicated indoor kites with the trainng wheels on the back now! All these parts are available from Bonnie Marvin @ Hang-Em High Fabrics. You can send me a personal email if you need still more information. lamastep@mail.nih.gov Longer handles help a bunch in low and no-wind conditions. I have 'em from 10 inches up to 19 inches (measured across the gap between the attachment points for your flying lines) Dump the sleeving on your linesets too!, they're just another snag point to catch a line. Quote
Dorsal Posted July 8, 2006 Report Posted July 8, 2006 Innocent question: what's a quad stick? Right click on this link: http://www.newtechkites.com/instructions/I...SPIRIT-QUAD.pdf and save the file to your computer. There are some excellent photos of "quad sticks" on page 4, along with some excellent visual clues of how to attach them. Quote
The Kite Shoppe Posted October 24, 2006 Report Posted October 24, 2006 the stick you see used on Jason's kite~photo page should be a point 125 carbon TUBE (not a solid rod!)you'll need a hard end-cap, again to fit a 125 tube (get the completely holed one, not the cap w/ a slit!) any string will work for the structure, SUL kites can use spectra, . . . but the easiest to tie is the 100 pound hi-test Bridle line you'll also need the stand-off fitting and vinyl endcap that inserts into it (affixed to the opposite end of the 125 stick, from the hard-cap) The length of the stick is anywhere from 14 to 18 inches (longer is stronger, if you can get by the weight increase) The stick is located approximately 11-3/8 of an inch measured down from the top of the leading edge sleeve you want all the connecting lines to be tight, but not so tight as to place any frame distortion into the kite when it's laying flat on the floor. keep the knots as small as possible, so you don't catch a line during slackline tricks, consider sewing the loops shut! AFTER you do this to a kite you'll love it. I laughed at folks using "training wheels" during my first 7 years of quad~flyin'. I find the benefits vastly outweigh the drawbacks. I have dedicated indoor kites with the trainng wheels on the back now! All these parts are available from Bonnie Marvin @ Hang-Em High Fabrics. You can send me a personal email if you need still more information. lamastep@mail.nih.gov Longer handles help a bunch in low and no-wind conditions. I have 'em from 10 inches up to 19 inches (measured across the gap between the attachment points for your flying lines) Dump the sleeving on your linesets too!, they're just another snag point to catch a line. Bump Quote
EBGB Posted October 24, 2006 Report Posted October 24, 2006 That explains it. Theresa is the one that goes "bump" in the night. Quote
The Kite Shoppe Posted October 24, 2006 Report Posted October 24, 2006 That explains it. Theresa is the one that goes "bump" in the night. You noticed! The campground at Long Beach comes to mind...... Quote
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