Yolomanolo
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new to this
so i am new to power kites and want to start kite jumping. i do enjoy single line and stunt kites, but don't even have a power kite yet. i am trying
to read as much and learn as much as i can. i understand this sport can be dangerous, and i do not want to make any mistakes. if anyone has advice
they could send my way it would be very much appreciated. also i am in fairly good shape, but have a heavy build at 225. don't know what kind of
difference my weight might make. thanks.
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power
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kitejumper
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dont worry bout jumping for at least a few months, and you will make mistakes--we all do--thats how you learn--just make sure the mistakes dont result
in serious injury--why dont you read scoops power kiting guide on this forum--it will answer alot of your questions......
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Maven454
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Hi Yolomanolo and welcome to the addiction.
"I gave up on wind speeds... its either crappy, gravy, epic, or stupid... in that order"
--Drewculous
Ozone: Imp III Quattro 1m and 1.5m, Flow 2m, 3m, 4m, and 5m.
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soccerflyer
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| Quote: | Originally posted by kitejumper
why dont you read scoops power kiting guide on this forum--it will answer alot of your questions...... |
Here is the link to it ---> http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=1985
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Bucky
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Try to think of it this way...
Riding "wheelies" on a dirtbike is NOT a sport. It's simply a "byproduct" of learning to ride REALLY GOOD!
Likewise, "Jumping" is not a sport. It's simply a "byproduct" of learning to fly kites REALLY GOOD.
Concentrate on learning kiting. The jumping skills will become evident.
As far as your weight goes, try to understand that a traction kite can generate an UNBELIEVABLE amount of force, Far in excess of your 225 lbs.
In fact, in sufficiently windy conditions, your weight can actually help you get MORE power out of a kite, because you're more resistant to being
dragged! This is the same reason that kitebuggy racers hook additional weights to their buggies... In order to hold their "line" better, and get more
power out of their kites.
\"There are no stupid questions... There are however, a lot of inquizitive idiots.\"
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Eolo Radsail Pro 2.7m, 3m, 6m (x2)
Ozone Razor 5.5m 4.5m and my new 8.5m (The thing scares the crap out of me...but in a good way!)
Advance Io 7.5m
Jojo Rage 12m
Jojo RS 6m (T. Raw\'s old mystery Jojo - still crazy powerful)
Earthboard Rage mountainboard w/8\" tires
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Flexifoil sport buggies (x3) Highly modified
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Jack1988
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get a little sailing anemometer (windmeter) for 20 odd pounds, never fly in wind above 10mph when you start out.
About the kite, i would say a 4meter, if you want a lifty kite then take these guys advice.
Radsails 3.2 (High wind pulling machine)
Pansh Ace 4.5 (My Old friend)
Exit 5m ( Lifty Argos kite)
Cirrus 6m Pro ( Medium/High wind boarding on FB)
Ozone Frenzy 9.5m 03 (depower is a dream)
FlexiFoil Blade 10.5 MIII (:o)
MBS Vixen :D
Pro Limit Harness (too big)
Scrub Seat harness (ouch my balls)
Ozone Bar (For the FB\' 
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