Thank you for this very good and clear video. Based on the colors for port and starboard, I prefer to attach the red loop to the left. Greetings vom Alex / HQ
Thank you for your kind words Alex. I understand what you say and the fact that the two words may not begin with the same two consonants in other languages. When we started flying more that thirty years ago there was no internet from which to learn and we found it easier to remember "Rrr" and "Rrr". It is also easier for us to get people we coach to remember or for volunteers who help us at events. We discovered that many other flyers use the same mantra as us so we are not entirely responsible for causing confusion in the world of kites 😂 The good thing about kiting is there are no rules (apart from common sense safety) and we are all free to enjoy. Happy flying.
I have attempted to launch my kite hundreds of times in light and gusty winds. The kite rises only about 10 feet and immediately takes a nose dive into the ground. I'm about to give up.
I am sorry to hear that Russ. If you lived near me I could definitely fix that problem to give you hours of fun with kites. There could be a problem with the kite but one of the most common problems is that the flying lines are not the same length. Lines on hoops are not a good idea. If you already have straps, stake them to the ground, let them all the way out and make sure they are of equal length. For easy adjustment please go to the ”Tips” section of our website (www.kitedisplays.co.uk) or find the video on this channel.
@@CloseEncounters Thank you so much for your suggestions. I double checked the lines to make sure they are the same length and not tangled up and found no issues. My kite is an Alpha Plus with Dyneema lines. I'll keep trying and will let you know if/when I have any success. Thanks again.
@@KenSerpico5450 Don't try to fly with short lines. It is mush easier to fly with lines of about 30 metres (100ft) - 25 metres minimum. 😀 The next most important thing is to keep your hands close together - do NOT fly with outstretched arms - even I find that difficult to keep a kite in the air. Once the kite is airborne you only need very small movements. Aim to keep the kite as high as possible. Tellme, what type of kite is it you have?
@@CloseEncounters I have great news. I called the kite store owner where I bought my kite, which is an Alpha Plus that came with a Dyneema 150 lbs/82 ft line. I told the store owner the problems l was having launching the kite. He said, "let's see what's happening and I'll give you a free lesson". He immediately noticed one of the bridles was off center and fixed it. After one hour of stern training, he had me performing circles and low ground passes. Like you said, he said, "don't over correct, you're lowering your hands way too low and raising over hands over your shoulders. It only takes minor adjustments in front of you, near the neutral position". Thanks for your follow-up.
You didn't answer my question about who the store owner is. He should have stock of proper flying lines. 82 feet is a little short, I would suggest 100 ft (30metres) will make life easier. If you do make a successful join in a broken line it is far better not to shorten the goos line but to add the missing length to the broken line. I already advised on checking to make sure both lines are the same length - here's the page on our website that tells you how to do it. sites.google.com/view/kitedisplays/tutorials/set-up-your-lines?authuser=0 The video tell shows you how to do it is on the link that comes with the video above th-cam.com/video/M40Ib8Lxy9g/w-d-xo.html This is all part of the experience of kite flying and one day you'll find yourself advising someone else on how to get the best from their kite. Remember - It it were easy and didn't present a challenge then it wouldn't be fun! Bravo for your persistence. I don't know what part of the world you live in but I would really love to stand next to you and help.
Thank you for this very good and clear video.
Based on the colors for port and starboard, I prefer to attach the red loop to the left.
Greetings vom Alex / HQ
Thank you for your kind words Alex. I understand what you say and the fact that the two words may not begin with the same two consonants in other languages.
When we started flying more that thirty years ago there was no internet from which to learn and we found it easier to remember "Rrr" and "Rrr".
It is also easier for us to get people we coach to remember or for volunteers who help us at events. We discovered that many other flyers use the same mantra as us so we are not entirely responsible for causing confusion in the world of kites 😂
The good thing about kiting is there are no rules (apart from common sense safety) and we are all free to enjoy.
Happy flying.
Beautiful kite 👌👌
Thank you for your comment. Vikram.
Agreed, the HQ Arrow XL IS a nice kite. Did you see our Video of it here? th-cam.com/video/ZKn-YOTA-Jo/w-d-xo.html
I have attempted to launch my kite hundreds of times in light and gusty winds. The kite rises only about 10 feet and immediately takes a nose dive into the ground. I'm about to give up.
I am sorry to hear that Russ. If you lived near me I could definitely fix that problem to give you hours of fun with kites. There could be a problem with the kite but one of the most common problems is that the flying lines are not the same length. Lines on hoops are not a good idea. If you already have straps, stake them to the ground, let them all the way out and make sure they are of equal length. For easy adjustment please go to the ”Tips” section of our website (www.kitedisplays.co.uk) or find the video on this channel.
@@CloseEncounters Thank you so much for your suggestions. I double checked the lines to make sure they are the same length and not tangled up and found no issues. My kite is an Alpha Plus with Dyneema lines. I'll keep trying and will let you know if/when I have any success. Thanks again.
@@KenSerpico5450 Don't try to fly with short lines. It is mush easier to fly with lines of about 30 metres (100ft) - 25 metres minimum. 😀 The next most important thing is to keep your hands close together - do NOT fly with outstretched arms - even I find that difficult to keep a kite in the air. Once the kite is airborne you only need very small movements. Aim to keep the kite as high as possible. Tellme, what type of kite is it you have?
@@CloseEncounters I have great news. I called the kite store owner where I bought my kite, which is an Alpha Plus that came with a Dyneema 150 lbs/82 ft line. I told the store owner the problems l was having launching the kite. He said, "let's see what's happening and I'll give you a free lesson". He immediately noticed one of the bridles was off center and fixed it. After one hour of stern training, he had me performing circles and low ground passes. Like you said, he said, "don't over correct, you're lowering your hands way too low and raising over hands over your shoulders. It only takes minor adjustments in front of you, near the neutral position". Thanks for your follow-up.
@@KenSerpico5450 Good news indeed. 👌
Who was that kite seller? - He deserves a mention surely! 😀
You didn't answer my question about who the store owner is. He should have stock of proper flying lines.
82 feet is a little short, I would suggest 100 ft (30metres) will make life easier.
If you do make a successful join in a broken line it is far better not to shorten the goos line but to add the missing length to the broken line.
I already advised on checking to make sure both lines are the same length - here's the page on our website that tells you how to do it. sites.google.com/view/kitedisplays/tutorials/set-up-your-lines?authuser=0
The video tell shows you how to do it is on the link that comes with the video above th-cam.com/video/M40Ib8Lxy9g/w-d-xo.html
This is all part of the experience of kite flying and one day you'll find yourself advising someone else on how to get the best from their kite.
Remember - It it were easy and didn't present a challenge then it wouldn't be fun!
Bravo for your persistence.
I don't know what part of the world you live in but I would really love to stand next to you and help.