Not sure what brand of kite he is using, but the rope like material of the center lines/chicken loop is different than the plastic covering found on the kites I use (Cabrinha). I would think that the wrap would have been at least more recognizable with the more bulky plastic material, but who knows....

One issue I've had in doing the transition, which I'm surprised hasn't been addressed, is when should I unspin the bar? Should I just work on the whole redirection with the crossed lines? Or maybe wait to finish the rotation, unspin, then send the kite hard?

every 4 line kite has a front line safety system built in. all you have to do is bring the kite to the edge of the window, grab the front line of the down side and pull that one front line hand over hand. the kite will flag out on its back and that is the end of it. the more wind, the better it wor...

........go low tech...just pencil in.....on a wall calendar.. Low tech is nice, but anyone have any suggestions for digital logging? Any possible smartphone apps (Android specifically - and sorry Toby to burst your bubble again, way more Android phones out there than iOS) I'm guessing a log app mad...

Supa those are pretty impressive numbers for FL in July and August.

Are those end of day sea breeze sessions or are you maximizing your light wind (~10knots) riding ability?

Being too hungover/still drunk from night before

If you get yourself a drawstring laundry bag, i.e.: http://www.amazon.com/Honey-Can-Do-Cotton-Jersey-Laundry-Blue/dp/B001F51AN0/ref=pd_sim_hg_22 Fill that bag with sand (it will be crazy heavy), attach to a large carabiner, and attach that to chicken loop. With trim straps also pulled in (and kite l...

Yes, but at mid to high tide there is no room on most beaches I kite at. I try to launch on the grass if it is not too gusty and somewhere available. I occasionally launch tethered too, but usually only when it is too windy for the kite to stay put for a normal self-launch. A "normal" self-launch s...

I have the same problem and it really sucks. Even when I wear a rashguard (with wetsuit no probs) my skin gets so irritated after a few days in a row kiting that it kills my sessions. I've tried glide (like for running) and baby powder which helps a little. Any other tips? May have to switch to the ...