im just geting into the kite flying and im thinking of buying a 3.0m as my first kite and bare in mind its will be the first ive ever bought i have flew one before dont know how big it was but it was fun so thats why i want to buy one of my own.

any advice would be great cheers:singing:

Your going to get all kinds of opinions here... and your on the right track and asking...

What I'd like to recommend is determine the price range you'll be spending then look at the kites in that range... You'll also want to research the type of kiting you're interested in and that will help determine the style kite you'll want as a first kite, and hold you over till you decide on your second... and I'm sure there will be a second...

There is a great selection of manufactures to chose from, and everyone has their own opinion... and mine is go with the less expensive as to keep cost down in case your decision changes, you won't be out a bundle... They can get pricey... Check Pansh and HQ both great beginner brands... IMO...

Good luck and be safe... always wear protection and kite killers...

Screwy...

Pansh has the beginner price, but can turn someone off to the sport unless they have kiters in the area to help them out. HQ is probably your best bet.

Start with a dual-line power kite and than progress to a quad-line. Dual-line will teach you basics of power kiting. You can get a dual-line power kite in 3.0 m range. Check out Prism Stylus P3/P4.

Don't start dual line!!! AHHHH!!!! I did so and regret it big time! You can't use a dual line later on at all. Get a 3-4m 4 line kite that is set up on handles, and buy a bar for it, this way you learn the basics on the bar, and then get real use out of it with handles later. Or just be balzy and go 4 line handles.

Did Dlish sell that Beamer 3.0m yet? If not I'd say buy that kite, right now and you won't look back. Can't beat that price for a great starter kite.

Quote:

Originally posted by kiteNH Did Dlish sell that Beamer 3.0m yet? If not I'd say buy that kite, right now and you won't look back. Can't beat that price for a great starter kite.

I just got my first kite about 6 months ago and it was this same kite (Beamer 3m) and it is an amazing first kite I am still enjoying it as much as the first day. It will fly in low winds as well as (yes, i have flown it just above 30mph). I would like to 2nd the recommendation that kiteNH has suggested, go HQ Beamer 3!! I got mine brand new from cobrakites.com if dlish doesn't have it anymore. they have it cheapest for the new kite that i have seen.

Quote:

Originally posted by NPWfever Don't start dual line!!! AHHHH!!!! I did so and regret it big time! You can't use a dual line later on at all. Get a 3-4m 4 line kite that is set up on handles, and buy a bar for it, this way you learn the basics on the bar, and then get real use out of it with handles later. Or just be balzy and go 4 line handles.

I got years of experience with my symphony. I think it helped me progress to have a firm handle on the window and be used to getting pulled around. My Beamer was still a kick in the pants after my prior experience. IMHO there is nothing wrong with starting out with a 2 line kite for ease of use, less expense, and you're not likely to hurt yourself while you are learning.

There also isn't anything wrong with going with a 4 line in a 3m.(my opinion). Little more money, lot more power. You will always need it anyway.

I started with a dual-line and now fly the Blade IVs, Bego 600 to name a few. Occassionally when the wind is too high, I pull out my dual-line and I can board with it too. And, I am not the only one who can landboard with a dual-line kite in high winds.

Dual-line are great kites to start with because:

a. They are easy to control and fly.

b. Kiter learns gets some experience with the wind window, control in unpredictable winds.

c. Not focused on quad-line tangles on the ground or in the air.

The goal of a newbie kiter should be to get as many hours with the a kite in the air flying the kite instead of fidgeting with lines and complex control that 4 lines present. The first time I flew a four line kite, I kept hitting the ground with the leading edge (not to mention MANY hours trying to untangle my lines).

First experience power kite flying with a simple control (but not simpler ;-) ) and then progress to a more complex situation. It's easy to get discouraged with 4 line tangles and what not and disappointment is compounded because of the cost of the equipment.

Quote:

Originally posted by NPWfever Don't start dual line!!! AHHHH!!!! I did so and regret it big time! You can't use a dual line later on at all. Get a 3-4m 4 line kite that is set up on handles, and buy a bar for it, this way you learn the basics on the bar, and then get real use out of it with handles later. Or just be balzy and go 4 line handles.

still have it. I will send it off to ebay in a day or two. I also have a brand new one if someone is looking for new.

The main reason I find it's better to start out with a kite that has breaks is the fact you can reverse launch. Not having to run back and forth RE-setting up is a huge advantage when you are new and crashing a lot !

You will without a doubt outgrow a 2 line kite. Something like a Beamer will stay with you until it's worn out. At the very least BUY a 4 line and fly it on 2 lines. That or start saving for your second kite before you own your 1st.

Grab that one from Dlish. You won't see another for a while and may NEVER see another at that price !

The prism stylus (p-3) Is both a 2 line or four line kite. I started with one of these. imo start where you feel safe and work your way up. That's what I did. Welcome to the forum. What conditions are you flying in? parks, dry lke, sand? Windy,gusty, lightwind? These things will help you decide what kite also. What do you plan on doing with your kite? Just wearing out some pants. Or maybe a board or buggy? How much do you weigh? These are just basic questions to ask the new guy. So we all have a better idea of you and what you are looking for. Do you know what kind of kite you had flown before? 2 line or 4? This was a friends kite? Stuff like that. thanks.

Quote:

Originally posted by Bladerunner The main reason I find it's better to start out with a kite that has breaks is the fact you can reverse launch. Not having to run back and forth RE-setting up is a huge advantage when you are new and crashing a lot ! You will without a doubt outgrow a 2 line kite. Something like a Beamer will stay with you until it's worn out. At the very least BUY a 4 line and fly it on 2 lines. That or start saving for your second kite before you own your 1st. Grab that one from Dlish. You won't see another for a while and may NEVER see another at that price !

I agree 100%.

I'd also say no to the two lines it get tired really quickly running and flipping the thing over (yes yes I know you can flip it with a power line but not at first...) I'd also recommend the HQs they are great kites for the cost and easy to deal with. The one Dlish has is a great price! The other great thing about them is you will continue to use it. My 2 line sits on the shelf and next to that is a friends 2 line, that he forgot a year ago and hasn't bothered with.