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skihood
Since 15 May 2009
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 Fri May 15, 09 5:41 pm RFI: Need Advice |
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Wanting to get back into the sport.
Learned in 2001,with a Slingshot that could be used with 2 or 4 lines. You rolled up and velcro'd the corners to use as a 4 line.
I used this for three seasons and then lost it and never replaced it.
Gusts were sketchy, re-launching was a challenge, but I had fun and loved the sport.
Gear has changed so much since then. I am lost with all the different options and kite and board styles. I liked the C kite, but have never used anything else.
I plan to go the the Gorge, Sauvie mostly, but I would like to try the coast.
Can anyone help me sort through all the brands/styles, etc. so I can buy something, (I am looking for something used) and get on the water!!!!
Thanks for any help,
Matt
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Nak
Since 19 May 2005
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| Fri May 15, 09 6:02 pm |
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We don't do brand vs brand here... That said, there's a lot of great kites out there. WAY WAY better than that old convertible!  There's a swap meet in Hood River Sunday, and there's lots of great kites in the classifieds here. Stick with 2007 or newer... |
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skihood
Since 15 May 2009
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| Fri May 15, 09 6:47 pm |
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Thanks for the info.
I'm sure all the manufacturers have good kites out there. What I need to figure out is what type of kite
Can you tell me anything about the C kites vs. the bow kites or hybrids or whatever else is out there? |
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Tommy
Since 12 Apr 2009
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| Fri May 15, 09 8:37 pm |
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| skihood wrote: | | Can you tell me anything about the C kites vs. the bow kites or hybrids or whatever else is out there? |
It's all still pretty much academic to me at this point, but I'd be interested in hearing some thoughts on this as well...
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Blue
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Tommy
Since 12 Apr 2009
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| Fri May 15, 09 10:52 pm |
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Snarky bastard!  Good info though, thanks. Oh, and awesome avatar! Soft Airplane was hands down my favorite record of 2008...
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dancingwind
Since 18 Jul 2007
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| Sat May 16, 09 12:36 am |
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| skihood wrote: | Thanks for the info.
I'm sure all the manufacturers have good kites out there. What I need to figure out is what type of kite
Can you tell me anything about the C kites vs. the bow kites or hybrids or whatever else is out there? |
Forget about all the Cs. Just go with a GOOD quality bow/SLE or hybrid. Once you fly one you'll be enlightened. YOU WILL SEE THE LIGHT AND RIDE THE WIND LIKE NEVER BEFOR!!!
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genek
Since 21 Jul 2006
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| Sat May 16, 09 12:23 pm |
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Any good SLE/hybrid kite will do. I would avoid bars with pulleys on them (bow kites like Turbo Diesel or Crossbow) if you're used to the direct steering feel of your C kite, but otherwise there's tons of options.
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