Hi all! Im from Central, Nj and am looking into getting my first 3m power kite. Possibly a Peter Lynn Hornet V1. If anyone knows any good spots to fly around here or anyone from the area, please let me know. Thanks! Any advice is always appreciated.

wow...NJ really stepping up it's game lately...producing kiters like Kenya does runners...welcome aboard! you have friends now...buy a kite right away

hornet sounds good...3m

The older original hornet 3m would be fine? I have an offer to buy one from a member here that got out of the hobby and only flew it once.

imo...perfect to get going...i got one

Welcome, we have been having a nice chat on U2U, but feel free to call me to chat anytime. There are several folks close to you that I'm sure would be glad to meet up with you. Just be prepared to be hooked and start selling off the clothes on your back to get more kites, it's extremely addicting!

Welcome to the sport. I live in Union County and usually try to hit the beach to fly after Labor day. I've flown a few times in some of the local fields, but none are near as good as trip to Wildwood or Brigantine.

Hey again all! My first kite is coming in the mail tomorrow! I bought a Peter Lynn Hornet V1 3m off a member here. Can't wait to get flying and will try to take it out this weekend! Thanks all for the help so far. It is much appreciated.

Have a blast and be safe nothing over 10mph winds till you get used to it, at 10mph winds, it will still give you some serious pull.

Welcome to addiction ..... For fist session try to fly it in open area with no trees and buildings around so you can get frustration free experience ..... Sunday looks like good day to hit the beach ( after hours ) .... winds 7-10 mph a bit on shore .... so its perfect to learn .... Make sure there is no people around you when flying for a first time ..... U need over 100' of space downwind of you ... Learn how to use safety and don't be afraid to use it ... for current wind conditions check WindAlert.com

Thanks all for the advice! Kober, do you know what beaches in NJ actually allow kiting after hours? I thought they were off limits until October? Thanks.

Not sure .... I ride water thru whole summer .... I don't fly static anymore .... Try find part of beach away from main parking lot .... it should be way less people there after hours .... Long Branch have nice big beach .... not sure about rules there .... If police ask you to pack .... just go and try different town .... State parks ( Sandy Hook and IBP ) is off limits all day ... Make sure to stay away from people .... that is main thing ...

Ok, I will try some beaches. I Was thinking about Belmar or Long Branch, so I will try Sunday maybe if the winds are calm enough. I may also try to stop at the park office of a state park near me with a large field to see if I can fly there. Problem with that may be the trees, and Im not sure how windy it is there. I plan to fly static for a few years, at least until i'm done with college and can afford the equipment, then I wanted to get into kite boarding as well. Hopefully I will be able to make it to WBB and fly with you guys. Thanks for the advice!

You will probably be breaking the law. Most public beaches do not allow kiting during tourist season. I know @ Wildwood Crest it is illegal ,but in the off season they don't enforce it.

Ahh... Ill ask around and try to find a park then. Thanks for the advice.

IT HAS ARRIVED! I guess I can officially be inducted into the power kite flyers club now? Or do I have to go fly it first :P Know that I know the beaches are pretty much off limits this time of year, Im not sure Ill be able to fly until October... Or Ill have to try and find a park that will allow it. If anyone has any parks that they know allow kites, please let me know! And, man a 3m kite is much larger than I expected! this will be fun.

if you try to wait till october i will come take your kite away..but quite gusty from the north in NJ today...careful out there

HEHE, its killing me waiting... any ideas where I could fly and not be arrested :p? I've unpacked and packed the kite a good 10 times already just marveling at its beauty and size. I've even wrapped myself like a burrito in its beautifully crisp fabric while chanting prayers to the wind gods around a raging bonfire. Hopefully soon I can find a place to get out and fly it before I start using it as a bed sheet.

Just be reading your last post, you better start a second part time job and maybe start playin the lottery. You are already hooked and haven't even flown the kite yet.

Congrats Shaun. Have fun with your new kite and be careful. A good helmet is a great investment.

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Just be reading your last post, you better start a second part time job and maybe start playin the lottery. You are already hooked and haven't even flown the kite yet.

Yes. The force is strong in this one!

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I've unpacked and packed the kite a good 10 times already just marveling at its beauty and size. I've even wrapped myself like a burrito in its beautifully crisp fabric while chanting prayers to the wind gods around a raging bonfire.

This has to be my all time favorite post I've read yet. I hope you get to fly it soon.