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[*] posted on 25-5-2004 at 07:33 AM
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Finally made some Doomwheels. I am getting tired of getting kicked out of empty parking lots using rollerblades and 2 meter foil (liability reasons I was told).I know everthing depends on the wind but do you think a 10 meter kite would generally be too much for these wheels.

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[*] posted on 25-5-2004 at 08:25 AM


I guess it depends on what kind of 10 meter kite you're talking about... tube (surf kite) or quadline foil. If it's a foil, 10 meter is too large for anything but a 5 mph breeze. Tube kites have less pull and 10m would be a good size (although quad foils are typically better for skating - more controllability and less straight overhead lift).

Great job on your kite skates. Welcome to the wild side!



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smile.gif posted on 25-5-2004 at 01:06 PM
Im seriously thinking of making my own ones now!


i wana make sum now lol but 1st i need sum size 9/10 skates that are comfy and sum little bike wheels (u think spoked ones or plastic ones are better?)



currently borrowing radsail 5m off m8 cos i need sum cash for a kite
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[*] posted on 26-5-2004 at 12:22 AM


Use the plastic wheels. They will last longer and won't rust.

Instructions and tips:
http://www.doomwheels.com/articles/buildwod.php



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[*] posted on 27-5-2004 at 10:40 AM
and lighter too


just need to find some wheels then otherwise i aint goin nowhere



currently borrowing radsail 5m off m8 cos i need sum cash for a kite
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