First off a big hello to all of PKF. Been hanging around a bit and this really feels like a great community.

Bought my first kite a couple weeks back, a HQ Symphony 1.3, a good time in the winds I've been able to get out in, only about 12 hours so far, and of course I can't get enough and want more.

Been thinking of going with a Flexifoil Rage 3.5 with handles, then eventually moving to larger more liffty kites.

I'm about 190lbs. and don't see really overly strong winds where I'm able to get out to, about 3-15mph and mostly choppy/gusty. Unfortunately my job keeps me busy so I get out when and where I can. Looking to stay on land, mostly recreational maybe a bit of scudding or jumps down the line but would like a good strong pull.

Opinions or thoughts are more than welcome and appreciated. Also, I would like to support a local shop when I do buy so anyone with a good reference or shop of their own in the bay area please let me know.

Welcome to PKF and to the addiction!

Welcome....you will find that kites are like beer, once you open the case you just cant have one...

The guys on this forum REALLY know their stuff so don't be affraid to ask questions....i've been known to start a few forum pitches myself...lol....

3 to 4 meter in those winds will be fun to hairy so heed the cautions on this board when the guys mention them: i'm in at 225lbs and my 3meter in 10mph winds will launch me if i'm not careful!

Welcome!
There are a few guys on here with their own shops ... they'll help you out!

Say, I think we need a sticky thread listing the shop guys websites, names etc ...

Thanks to all for welcoming me.

Tonka a good heads up on the 3m's, not looking to get out of hand anytime soon.

Kamikuza a sticky of members with shops would be great and support everyone.

Welcome to the forum and your new addiction. I'm semi close to you in the Sacramento area. We need to let you try a Peter Lynn Viper 2.6m and you will be in love. I have not had one person who has flown this kite not giggle like a little school girl.

I want to giggle like a little school girl.

Welcome.

The 3.5 Rage is a good kite.

Try and get together with others. Sharing gear and knowledge is fun and a huge advantage.

( I haven't giggled like a shool girl near enough lately )

DA I'm pretty sure I've seen your on-line store, you have some of the best deals around. I'd love to get out to see what you have, pictures may be worth a thousand words but flying what I've been seeing would be so much more fun.