KiteSmart Australia Pty. Ltd.
Kite Safety –
Please read the Kite Safety Page and be sure that you
are considerate of others.
How to Fly a Stunt Kite
- please click here for links to a series of instructional
videos.
Choosing a site –
- Select
an open area that is either flat or on the upwind side of a slight hill. Make
sure that your wind will not be “shadowed” by
any obstacles (i.e. trees or
buildings).
- Be
sure that there is sufficient space so that your kite does not hit anything.
Tangling with trees or anything solid can damage your kite.
- The
ground surface should be clear of objects that can damage the kite or catch on
the strings. A clear sandy beach or
sports ground are
best
Kite Care –
- Kite
assembly – Insert the struts into the end fittings or connectors as far as
they will go. Use a steady, even pressure when
you push the strut in and
don’t force anything.
- Ensure
that all joints are made correctly and that the bridle strings are not wrapped
around or under one of the struts.
- Kite
disassembly – When removing the struts “twist’ while pulling and avoid
applying force to any part of the sail.
- If the
kite is damp, ensure that it is entirely dry before
storing.
String Selection and
Care
- Line
should be rated to the strength requirements of your kite. The bigger the kite
or stronger the wind, the stronger your lines
will have to
be.
- Lower
strength lines in light wind conditions will assist responsiveness of the
kite.
- High
quality line with minimal stretch when you pull will give you precise
control
- Lines
should not be excessive in length as this will create high wind drag and
reduce responsiveness. 25m to 40m lines are ideal.
- Always
wind and unwind lines from the same side of the spool or handle. That will
avoid lines being twisted together.
- Connect
lines to your lines using a “Larkshead Knot”, as shown below.
Wind Strength
The Beaufort Scale
1
Light Air
0 – 7 KPH
Wind direction just shown by smoke
2
Light Breeze
7 – 11 KPH Wind felt
on face, flags flap lazily
3
Gentle Breeze
11 – 20 KPH
Leaves in constant motion, flags extended
4
Moderate Breeze
20 – 28 KPH
Raises dust and paper
5
Fresh Breeze
28 – 38 KPH
Branches and small trees sway
6
Strong Breeze
38 – 50 KPH
Large branches move
7
Moderate Gale
50 – 61 KPH
Whole trees in motion
Identifying the parts of your sport kite.
- Please click
here for a Dual-line Sport Kite diagram
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