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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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Camas
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 Fri Oct 05, 12 6:26 pm Newbies, Wrong kite means don't ride. |
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At Corbett today, it was blowing about 30. A 14m is WAY too big, I mean WAY, WAY too big, OK? Especially at around 160 lbs? If you don't have a small enough kite it means don't ride, not "Give it a go anyways..."   |
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D-Krep It Kiter
Since 18 Jul 2011
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| Fri Oct 05, 12 7:03 pm |
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| Where do you launch/land at Corbett? |
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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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Camas
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| Fri Oct 05, 12 7:35 pm |
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| Right at the exit, on the West side. |
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D-Krep It Kiter
Since 18 Jul 2011
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| Fri Oct 05, 12 7:46 pm |
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| Thanks Nak, I'll have to check that out... and I'll keep an eye out for 14m kites! |
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Weaz
Since 23 May 2012
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Beaverton
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| Fri Oct 05, 12 7:48 pm |
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They must have been trying to do a fast downwinder to Hayden island.
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chrissmack
Since 08 Jun 2005
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portland
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| Fri Oct 05, 12 8:32 pm Re: Newbies, Wrong kite means don't ride. |
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| Nak wrote: | | At Corbett today, it was blowing about 30. A 14m is WAY too big, I mean WAY, WAY too big, OK? Especially at around 160 lbs? If you don't have a small enough kite it means don't ride, not "Give it a go anyways..." |
shut up grandpa, and give me a launch!
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Sella
Since 21 Apr 2007
1794 Posts
Doin' The Dalles
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| Sat Oct 06, 12 10:34 am Re: Newbies, Wrong kite means don't ride. |
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| chrissmack wrote: | | Nak wrote: | | At Corbett today, it was blowing about 30. A 14m is WAY too big, I mean WAY, WAY too big, OK? Especially at around 160 lbs? If you don't have a small enough kite it means don't ride, not "Give it a go anyways..." |
shut up grandpa, and give me a launch!
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Classic mack!
Nak.....more details and was there any carnage? Or did the big rigger ride away with a smile? |
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caps
Since 23 Dec 2010
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| Sat Oct 06, 12 5:34 pm |
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Something is missing here. If I see a newbie putting up a kite that is too big, as an experienced kiter, I feel obligated to say something. I'm looking out for them, myself (rescue mode) and for the preservation the launch at that location.
What actually happened? I know most of the time you're not in a position to stop it till it's too late. |
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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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Camas
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| Sat Oct 06, 12 10:53 pm |
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Definite carnage, no smiling...  Carnage occurred as we approached the beach, no chance to apply preventative procedures. Just hoping to warn the next victim, even if it is entertaining to watch. |
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Sella
Since 21 Apr 2007
1794 Posts
Doin' The Dalles
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| Sun Oct 07, 12 10:57 am |
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| Nak wrote: | | Definite carnage, no smiling... Carnage occurred as we approached the beach, no chance to apply preventative procedures. Just hoping to warn the next victim, even if it is entertaining to watch. |
Sometimes you just have to let the herd cull itself and Release the Kraken to enjoy those late season crispy kite used prices. When 3 guys are standing around 1 kite all looking at how to attach a pigtail...you know it's going to be a shit show very soon. |
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