I'm new to the kiting scene, got my trainer last year and picked up a few nice used depowers a couple of weeks ago. I've been reading through random posts on the forum for the past month or so, and one thing I haven't really noticed anywhere was a good list of what you keep in your kite bag? I have a great big duffel bag (from MEC) which seems to work awesome, but I don't really know what to fill it with other than my kites. Three days ago I decided to put bug spray in it (the wind died and I thought the bloody Mosquitos were going to pick me up and fly away) and yesterday I decided to put an extra toque in it (welcome to Saskatchewan, 22C one day, 7C the next) but I'm not too sure what else to add. So the random question of the day is:

What's always in your kite bag?

P.S. This whole new kite curse does end at some point.... Doesn't it?

I usually toss in a bottle of water. Maybe a snack or 2. Almost always have my son with me and those are the things he asks for the most. Lol.

Welcome to the Forums Brant!
I always have in my diddy bag:
extra sets of lines
an extra set of handles
several ground stakes
a roll of Velcro
a multitool (pliers)
nylon repair tape
small roll of paracord
a few carabiners
a lighter
a few corn hole bags (for kite weights)
and two adjustable wrenches for the buggy
Im sure there is some more in the bottom of the bag. That's just off the top of my head. I try to carry enough odds and ends to at least make a field repair to a kite, or help a friend.

My electronics and such are in a separate bag.
I also carry a full first aid kit, but that stays in the truck.

Usually my gps, gopro, kite stakes, extra harness line, extra lines, extra handles, an extra harness, gloves and a sleeving kit eventually. Also carry some sun screen...that's all in one bag. Also have a tool box that stays in my truck.

I don't pack as much as others do Kite, lines, handles, ground stake, kite killers, and two water bottles. First Aid kit stays in the car. I guess it would vary depending on the trip I'm making. If you are referring to an average trip just to the local park or beach, then those would be the things I bring. Also, forgot to mention power kite gloves! Although they aren't always needed, I use mine in high wind conditions as my hands start to ache from the constant pull. Gloves definitely help add some extra cushioning. If it's a few hour drive somewhere, I would obviously bring some extra lines and a repair kit! :D Fly safe!

Cheers, Ari

Helmet, gloves, elbow, knee and butt pads.

I wear the helmet and gloves every time I put up a kite. I use the other pads when I am pushing it.

Dittos to almost all of the above... Misc tools, weights, extra straps, bungie chords, extra strop material, sunscreen, GPS, etc etc.

but also

A. Camelbak
B. Knee braces for the bad knee

And a couple of specialties for me alone cuz I'm diabetic

B. Gatorade for low blood sugar
C. Extra infusion sets (for the insulin pump) as they inevitably get pulled off (thats like the port part that sticks to you).

In addition to the above, I have small boxes in a larger gear box that have assorted 10-12mm stainless nuts, bolts, and washers. Another that has front axle parts including sleeves, 20mm washers, and axle bolts. And yet another that has an assortment of amsteel for strops, pigtails, etc. Separate tool box with everything I need to take my buggy apart or make adjustments. I have a duffle bag for fixed bridle kites that includes kite stakes and my safety release.

double triple ditto above

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and suntan lotion, hat, even face kerchief for those long days staring into the sun and wind burn.


and beer, just a little dab will do yah.

my car is my kite bag..its basically a small garage..got everything in it for an extended expedition at all times except for the pump ups and a buggy...never hit the beach w/out some jolly ranchers

Any bottle of Uisge Beatha!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D:D:D

under the passenger seat back in the car......help yourself

Beside many of the above mentioned items, cell phone. It sure helped me out last year.

Quote: Originally posted by abkayak

under the passenger seat back in the car......help yourself

So what malt have you got under your seat?:puzzled:
And where do you park your car?:D

Quote: Originally posted by alasdair macleod

Quote: Originally posted by abkayak   under the passenger seat back in the car......help yourself So what malt have you got under your seat?:puzzled: And where do you park your car?:D

Jameson..if its not on Long Island it can be found in New Jersey

Wind Meter
two spools of Muzzy and all the tools i need for field repair
Rain poncho, (for the bag, I'll get wet and keep the kites dry)
Assorted loops, cord etc in case I need to babricate something in the field.
I put the Sunscreen and Bug spray in a separate tote with the electronics.
Lots of stakes and connectors.
Spare T-Shirt and pants/shorts depending on the season.

Some of the above and a good pair of sunglasses and a micro fibre cloth and small bottle of spray for keeping both the sunglasses and the gopro lenses clean. Spare batteries for GPS. Phone & Drink.

There is nothing worse than forgetting your sunglasses. I just did that the other day.