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First spin on the Rage 1.8m

3shot - 23-3-2013 at 11:36 PM

Had a blast even if the wind was a bit on the light side at 5-10mph. Just when it would get good, the wind would fall off to nothing. Fly 5 mins, wait for 10, etc. Still had a blast just being able to enjoy the fresh air. What a great snappy little kite this 1.8 is. Couldn't be happier, and can't wait to let her sing at OBX next weekend! Notice the helmet even with the 1.8 :yes: ;-)

Thanks for all the support the last few weeks guys :thumbup:





Kober - 24-3-2013 at 12:28 AM

Welcome to addiction ... lol .. You will need therapy soon .... or thicker wallet ....

Bladerunner - 24-3-2013 at 08:59 AM

Nice !

I love the graphics on that kite!
I decided that if I wear a helmet every time then I don't have a chance of forgetting or misjudging when I really need it.

elfasa - 24-3-2013 at 02:16 PM

Looks like fun. Really zippy :)

Is it just for static flying fun, or are you wanting to use it for traction activities too ??

Tim

3shot - 24-3-2013 at 02:28 PM

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Originally posted by elfasa
Looks like fun. Really zippy :)

Is it just for static flying fun, or are you wanting to use it for traction activities too ??

Tim


Static fun only at this time. Have no wheels :no:
Hope to change that soon by means of a buggy.
I just pilot-on in the meantime.

elfasa - 24-3-2013 at 04:02 PM

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Originally posted by 3shot

Static fun only at this time. Have no wheels :no:
Hope to change that soon by means of a buggy.
I just pilot-on in the meantime.


Ah, okay great. I had many years of fun flying my first power kite before getting some wheels.
And the rage looks like a really good kite for it!

Tim

Streetrider56 - 24-3-2013 at 06:41 PM

Your flying like a champ 3shot. Looks as if a landboard could suit you to start with.
They can be had on the cheap.

arkay - 24-3-2013 at 10:38 PM

great flight! and to think some day this will be your high wind kite. I use mine in 30-40 in the buggy and believe it or not it's pretty gentle and the flexi build quality holds up!

indigo_wolf - 25-3-2013 at 09:14 AM

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Originally posted by arkay
great flight! and to think some day this will be your high wind kite. I use mine in 30-40 in the buggy and believe it or not it's pretty gentle and the flexi build quality holds up!


But do upgrade the flying lines (and handles?) if you take the buggy out in high wings.

Believe the stock handles on the smaller Rages are just bent PVC.

When running in higher winds, Flexifoil recommends upgrading to the Flexifoil Xtreme Quad Line Set or another manufacturers line set of similar weight rating.

ATB,
Sam

thanson2001ok - 25-3-2013 at 09:24 AM

Nice job. Nice kite, too.

Until you get your bug, practice flying her with brake input alone. Learn to stall it and have it hover. Stall it more and learn to land it that way. Also practice holding it static at the edge of the window and reverse launching. You will be glad you have these skills when you get in the buggy.

WELDNGOD - 25-3-2013 at 02:38 PM

3shot, welcome to the addiction. I am your closest buggier in VA. Get up with me ,I got plenty of gear you can demo. :wee:

Where are you flying at now?

WELDNGOD - 25-3-2013 at 02:43 PM

And don't think little kites are just trainers. http://vimeo.com/53914152 We buggy with small kites on a regular basis.

arkay - 25-3-2013 at 03:04 PM

that's what's great about these kites... great trainers and still stable at the high end! there were a few times last year when I was one of the few out on the lake bed thanks to this kite :D

Good note on the handles and lines. Looks like you already upgraded fom the pos handles to the regular flexi handles. good move. IF you use the kite in hiher winds the you will want to change the lines out at the lines that come with the sting are really weak.

3shot - 25-3-2013 at 04:36 PM

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Originally posted by WELDNGOD
3shot, welcome to the addiction. I am your closest buggier in VA. Get up with me ,I got plenty of gear you can demo. :wee:

Where are you flying at now?

Mostly at a ball field overflow lot right now on the middle peninsula. I go at least once every weekend if I can. I do agree on you saying the smaller kites are not to be underestimated!! Only took me one time on my HQ 1.8 two line trainer to learn NOT to put your wrist through those cute little handle straps!!! :roll::tumble::roll::tumble:
Absolutley have to head your way soon before the sunbathers choke the beach out. Thank you for that invite. Heading out to OBX this weekend to streatch their legs a little better. You have some epic vimeo vids my man:thumbup:

And wolf,hanson, and arkay.
Thanks for the tips on the beefy line-sets. I think the 440/220 are whats on the Rage at the moment. I have been getting better at reverse launching too. Parking/hovering is a little more stable with my Flows I learned already (IMHO), but I'm gonna work the piss out of that Rage for 3 days this weekend. :wee:

WELDNGOD - 25-3-2013 at 05:37 PM

u2u me anytime Bro!

bigE123 - 26-3-2013 at 08:18 AM

Had my 1.8m rage out the other day in 20mph+ winds and it pulled the buggy fine, we have had lots of snow so loads of sideways action :D
One thing I would say and it's only my opinion, is to lean back more with the kite rather than let your arms fully extend, once fully extended you have no more control left and the kite is liable to pull you forward. Leaning back you can "feel" the kites power and as the wind picks-up you'll be scudding rather than being pulled forward and running with the kite.

3shot - 26-3-2013 at 03:25 PM

Thanks for the tip bigE!! :thumbup:

Still trying that fine line between falling back on one's butt, and superman :smilegrin: Heading to the beach this weekend to address this mystery LOL. Some sand for a change :thumbup: