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[*] posted on 16-10-2012 at 09:09 AM
Kieron and Kite Building article on Wired


Amazing article on an amazing guy and his passion for power kiting.

Way to go Kieron!

If you don't know about Kieron, this is a must see. And don't miss the video.

http://www.wired.com/design/2012/10/diy-extreme-kites/

Maybe they'll cover NABX next??



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[*] posted on 16-10-2012 at 10:50 AM


Amazing! He is an artist :) What kites does he start out with ? Oh, and... I WANT THAT KITE !!
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[*] posted on 16-10-2012 at 11:21 AM


He has probably done more than one, but I know he has done an Ozone Manta. Sweet kite for sure. He has given NABX at least one if not more kites to auction there. What a gift!



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Ozone 4m, 10m AccessXC
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[*] posted on 16-10-2012 at 11:33 AM


I have seen his work in person. All I can say is wow.
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[*] posted on 16-10-2012 at 03:22 PM


all i can say is wicked unbelievable ,i go crazy making a kite arch at 40 hours and i don't drink anymore.



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