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quenyaistar
Since 21 Oct 2011
416 Posts
Cougar, WA
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 Mon Oct 24, 11 10:38 am Why is my topic locked? |
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Kataku2k3
Since 14 Aug 2005
3753 Posts
Los Angeles, CA
Videographer
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 10:41 am |
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| Because you don't post anything that will turn into brand vs. brand on this forum... |
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quenyaistar
Since 21 Oct 2011
416 Posts
Cougar, WA
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 10:48 am |
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| Wow, thats really stupid, I just asked for recommendations. That really makes this site unappealing to a newby. |
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tonyb
Since 09 Oct 2006
973 Posts
Stevenson in the summer & SPI in the winter
Bolstad Clan
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 10:59 am |
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It's a good rule actually as it's way too easy for a reasonable discussion to evolve into a pissing match, threats, calling you/he/she/it/kite/style/preference gay, then references to the unicorn, then the honey badger, some more gay comments, and eventually someone is a nazi related to hitler. Best not to go there.
Now, if you had put your post asking what type (not brand) of kite would be easiest for a beginner you would mostly get comments about getting a mid aspect, bridled kite with swept wingtips and nice handling and to stay away from c kites or high aspect kites. But it's a fine line to keep from getting too specific.
Another great topic that can be nearly as fun as skirting brand vs brand is lessons or no lessons. Take the side of teaching yourself if you really want some entertainment!
You can do the same with straps vs no straps, boots vs pads, shorts vs no shorts then move on to other hot topics like secret spots, invading the coast, pictures of mystery spots, pictures of banned spots, etc...
Nwkite is good for hours and hours of entertainment if you play it right! 
Have fun!
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Sasquatch
Since 09 Mar 2005
2102 Posts
PNW
Bigfoot
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 11:06 am |
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| two plus two is four, the earth is round, and this site doesn't do brand vs brand. Those are the rules, just got to deal with it. It wasn't a newbie thing why your thread was locked. Just policy. |
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craz z
Since 01 Dec 2008
130 Posts
Montana
Stoked
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 11:40 am |
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| Quote: | | Wow, thats really stupid, I just asked for recommendations. That really makes this site unappealing to a newby. |
There is always kookforum. Give kiting a year and you'll Know why your post was locked. Welcome to the forum don't take it personally.
You'll appreciate it once you get your lessons and start making your own buying decsions.  |
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SalmonSlayer
Since 27 Nov 2005
648 Posts
Addicted
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 12:16 pm |
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| tonyb wrote: | | Best not to go there. |
Do you see how sneaky these reps are at getting their brand in your face?
Ruthless!!! |
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tonyb
Since 09 Oct 2006
973 Posts
Stevenson in the summer & SPI in the winter
Bolstad Clan
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 12:48 pm |
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Actually thought of that when I wrote it. Nearly changed it but decided to leave it. Nice catch! and Thanks for the plug
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quenyaistar
Since 21 Oct 2011
416 Posts
Cougar, WA
Obsessed
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 1:01 pm |
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Okeedokee, I think I got what I needed, a shop, a type of kite, and a brand.
I am no stranger to forums, and I know how crazy folks can get on them. I also know moderation can get a little crazy as well, no biggy I will adjust.  |
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pkh
Since 27 Feb 2005
6549 Posts
Couve / Hood
Honored Founder
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 2:30 pm |
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Thanks all!  |
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Scriffler
Since 03 Jul 2005
581 Posts
LYLE
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 3:25 pm |
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| Dude, get a big name brand, they are all really close. If its new its good. |
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forrest
Since 21 Jun 2005
4330 Posts
Hood River
Hick
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| Mon Oct 24, 11 10:25 pm |
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| Thread got locked cause you didn't post pix of lesbians when posting for the first time! Wait, wrong forum... |
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dangerD
Since 27 Jun 2005
223 Posts
Bingen Heights
Stoked
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| Tue Oct 25, 11 5:32 am |
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| Yeah and whats up with NWkite? NORTHwestkite? Obvious there must be some 5 line Nazis behind this site |
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Blazeheliski
Since 30 Mar 2011
659 Posts
Mosier
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| Tue Oct 25, 11 6:36 am |
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| tonyb wrote: |
You can do the same with straps vs no straps, boots vs pads, shorts vs no shorts then move on to other hot topics like secret spots, invading the coast, pictures of mystery spots, pictures of banned spots, etc...
Tony |
Are there banned spots here in Oregon? I know there is regulated access at Event site. But are there any truely "banned" spots? I ask because I have been known to be driving along, and if I see good wind and a place to launch - will sometimes go for it. I don't want to be breaking any rules...... |
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pdxmonkeyboy
Since 16 May 2006
6081 Posts
forever labled as the
retired kiter & motorhead Unicorn Master
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| Tue Oct 25, 11 1:59 pm |
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If your just beginning then I would just stick to the known spots. There are a couple "secret" spots, one super secret that is now not such a secret spot and well, when you get down to it, there are no real secret spots. Unless they are REALLY secret, and I just don't know about them. So I guess there are secret spots after all.
All that aside, as a beginner your going to want to stick to the known launches that people are going to be kiting at. Kiting in the gorge can be serious business, especially in the fall and early spring. Allot of the lesser known spots are doable but many have tricky wind shadows, little space, or other hazards. Better to err on the side of caution instead of ending up a in a crumpled heap on the riprap.
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pappas
Since 10 Jun 2007
58 Posts
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| Tue Oct 25, 11 3:19 pm |
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| Also, as a newbie.. be warned to not feed the monkey's... If fed, you can't get them to shut up. |
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Scriffler
Since 03 Jul 2005
581 Posts
LYLE
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| Tue Oct 25, 11 8:13 pm |
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| Your topic is locked because you are GAY!! |
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