Hi
Does anybody no any tale tell signs of a kite that hasn't been cared for in the manner it deserves.
I'm a proud man and look after the kites I own. I'm thinking of buying a preowned blade 3 4.9m and was wondering what I need to look out for or if its
a good idea
cheezycheese - 4-10-2012 at 01:32 PM
Overall condition of the ripstop will determine how the kite was treated. Are the edges damaged or dirty. Any loose seams, etc... I have only bought
one or two kites new. The rest were all CPO and for the most part all looked pretty close to new.bigkid - 4-10-2012 at 01:46 PM
The best way and the easiest is to buy from a person who is on this forum and or a dealer. If you are in doubt, DON"T.
I have bought a few kites that were not as they said and now I have to fix them before they will even fly. Needless to say that person isnt around
anymore and need not be flogged to death.Bladerunner - 4-10-2012 at 04:30 PM
Get close up pictures if the leading edge . It is usually 1st to show wear. Check the mesh over the inlets. Another thing that will get wrecked.
Bridle lines. If they are frayed or dirty ?
Ask outright if there is any damage. Including stains and pin holes or repairs. Use paypal . It will allow you to dispute payment if it is not as
described.
Expect some wear and tear at that price.DemBones - 4-10-2012 at 07:56 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by PAULROCKA
PREOWED KITES
When the heavies come to take your kite away, then you know. :ticking:
Sorry, couldn't help myself.jimbocz - 5-10-2012 at 03:36 AM
IMHO, unless a kite is described as "Mint Condition" or "Brand New" , you should expect a few scuffs and dirt marks, maybe even some minor fraying of
stitching on leading edge or trailing edge. That's just what happens when a kite is flown, and unless the description says otherwise it has probably
been flown at least once. If I were very concerned about this stuff, I would tell the seller up front what your expectations are about the condition
of the kite. As somebody who has sold kites before, I would much rather be precisely honest about the condition of the kite and have a happy buyer.
People can be honest sellers and not attempting to rip anybody off , but just have a different idea than you of how important minor wear and tear is.
Best to be clear up front.
Also in my opinion, none of that stuff matters unless you are running a kite museum. Most damage possible on a fixed bridle kite is obvious, like
blown cells or rips in the material. Otherwise it will usually fly fine.
