On one of the other forums I frequent they keep a good and a bad trader thread going to help identify those sellers who are good to deal with and those sellers you want to avoid.

Buying kites over the internet from strangers can be a risky venture but its a great way to get a great bargain if you have a trustworthy seller.

I want to post here that I recently bought a Mac Bego 400 from DaVinch (Joe). He was a great seller to work with and talk to.

All items arrived on time and in the exact condition specified and the packaging job was excellent - leaving pretty much no risk of damage in transit.

DaVinch (Joe) was fair to deal with and obviously an enthusiastic kiter.

I would recommend him as someone who is good to do busniess with and safe to buy from.

I am not sure if Pablo is still selling PKD or any kites anymore?

Thanks B-Roc - it was pleasure doing business with you also!

Joe "DaVinch" Vinch

I'll recommend leebrianh. I bought my first kite from him and he has been a great source of information and camaraderie since. Wade

I recommend Pablo too. I bought all of my PKD Broozas from him.

Susan

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PKD Brooza 2, 3, 4 and 5.5 meter
Libre V-max and Special buggy
Nasa wings in many sizes

Thanks for your nice word, Wade. I recommend Glenn (bugymangp). He said he treats people the way he wants to be treated and I was treated very nice. Also, Sam (Scoopy). I bought many kites from him and will buy from him again. - Brian

I recently bought a kiteing skimbat 4.8 off of Saskalex and he was very pleasurable. Good deal along with accurate and fast shipping. Product exactly as advertised and he was even patient and considerate enough to sign and email a prommisory note signed before a notary. Top notch guy. Thanks alex

-Joe

I would not hesitate to buy anything from leebrianh again. He kept me updated through-out the whole process.

Susan

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2, 3, 4 and 5.5 meter PKD Broozas

V-max and big foot light V-max Libre buggys

Nasa wings

Libre Special for sale

Kiteboarder - let us know how it goes with the Skimbat

I sure will Davinch. Super stoked to get it out. I tried yesterday but it wasn't windy enough. Got to practice handling the wing though. Friday is looking good:evil:

Bump on Da V as an awesome seller! Also, realhonety1 was great to work with and got my Begos for a great price. Kites were as advertised, new, and crispy! as usual................
stoaked

Thanks Tridude! However, I am a bit jealous that you get to fly every day – man, what a life.

I should also mention ogsurf - he sold me his old buggy that he had sitting around the house last year. I was a little surprised to see that is was still brand new in the box!

Great deal...

Da V,

Thanx for the props. Maybe 4 to 5 times a week but remember I am retired (semi). OBTW some F 15 dimensions for you. Respect to you for flying what essentially could be classified as a paraglider!

McDonnel-Douglas F15 Eagle
Wingspan 42.8 ft
Length 63.8 ft

"Still owns the sky"-- F22 what you got?
20+ years as an "Eagle Maintainer"
We came conquered and kicked azz
"A pilot without a maintainer is just a pedestrian with sunglasses and a cool leather jacket"

Got one more for the list: divadrois

Very good guy to deal with

I think we have him hooked on the sport now - he's already looking for another kite!

I have a bego 600 on the way.
althought the wind will take some time to return, and the rain to stop (new purchase), i'm very excited about this kite.

Nice purchase. Was it from yesterdays ebay auction? as usual.................................stoaked!

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so sexy. I can't wait to get my new kite in the air!

Way to go Dave - you are going to love the Bego 600! Plus, you got it for an awesome price...

You'll need to make up some power rings for it. It's very easy - we'll give you the scoop.

Dave,

Ill send a pic of my 600's power rings Monday! Da V installed Ronstan Pulleys, very ciche and functional! Your gonna love the Bego! It pulls like a train and will lift you very quickly...........but FLOATY landings as long as you redirect her in the window! Kite killers and helment required! as usual.........................stoaked

Realhonsty1 quality kites:
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Originally posted by divadrois so sexy. I can't wait to get my new kite in the air!

Dave,

Heard you got the 600 at a awesome price! Your gonna love the 600 and once you have it tweeked, HANG ON TIGHT!!
as usual.................................stoaked

Bego is on the way, hopefully.
Also, I may have found a shop to get all my misc. items (pulleys, line, handles, etc). Can't wait to get it flying.

also, may take a trip down to San Francisco this weekend and get my blade into some clean wind (conditions permitting).

My luck is hit and miss here in South Lake Tahoe, CA (Too many Trees!), but there are a couple good spots i've found.

Yesterday we had 3-5mph and my Bego would have been up flying had it been in my possession.

Da V, Tridude, B-rock: thanks for your help guys. I feel like I know a little about power kiting since ya'll have spilled your knowledge my way.

happy flying!

Divadoris,

Your welcome--alot of what I know is what I learned with Da V! He is def the man, and so he sleeps better at night, I ordered ronstan pulleys for my 200 and 400 Begos. Actually, they are very functional, and look good as well! Your gonna love that Bego from realhonesty1. He has def earned his spot on the good trader list! as usual.............................................stoaked!!

add Sparxs111 and Sunset-Jim to the good traders list

Sold the Sabre to Sparx and bought a buggy from Jim- both excellent people to deal with.

Got two more guys for the list:

Gronniger - for a buggy deal

Powerzone - for a Flysurfer deal

Both were great to work with

I've got to add wjb to the list of great sellers. He was a pleasure to deal with. Easy to get a hold of. Definitely can trust him.

I bought his MBS blade, paid through paypal and he shipped it out the same day. Great transaction. Thanks Wade.

Pablo was excellent to trade with. Honest, really friendly and provided tracking#/communication throughout. Will trade/buy again, without hesitation. :tumble:

I've picked up a few things from people on here lately, and all have been easy and pleasant to deal with.

Dman described his item perfectly, and was quick to ship. :singing:

WJB was easy to deal with, and kite was in "like new" shape as desribed :singing:

Awindofchange (Kent) Was a pleasure to deal with and recommended :singing:

acampbell (Angus at Coastal Wind Sports) is another that I would recommend :singing:


Those are the ones that I've done business with from here on the forum recently. All of them were people that I would gladly buy from again.

Jon Ellis at Kite Buggy speed shop has been great to deal with. he gives you all the info you need to know, and then some.

He doesn't really need anyone else to give him a shout, but Davinch is a fantastic seller :tumble:

Thanks Dom - it was a pleasure doing business with you also.

Now go fly that kite!