Power Kite Forum

aluminum angle?

alan - 27-3-2004 at 12:31 PM

Am having a bit of trouble getting the metal you mentioned. (Very small town)

Do you think that 1/8 " by 1" by 1" angle aluminum would work?

Cheers Al

doomwheels - 29-3-2004 at 06:28 AM

Definitaly NOT aluminum. The rails need to be as strong and stiff as possible. Weight is even an advantage if you hope to go fast.

You can order steel rod from McMaster-Carr Supply Co:
http://www.mcmaster.com
Skate rails- part #8910K178

More kiteskate building resources can be found here :
http://www.kiteskating.com

alan - 29-3-2004 at 09:43 AM

Good you just saved me some dough!

Thanks. Season is coming up in probably another month or less.

Al