How to Fold a Kite

Once you finish flying a kite, it needs to be stored safely so it can't be damaged when not in use. While different kites may have different ways of storage, the following is a simple way to fold and store a standard diamond-shaped power kite.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Remove the sticks or poles from within the kite. Start by releasing the bridles that secure the poles to the kite edges (usually by velcro or strings). Be careful not to tear the kite anywhere as you slip the poles out of their sleeves.

2. Make sure the strings are secure and will not tangle when folding. If they can be removed and re-strung when you want to reuse the kite, do so. Just make sure the strings will be stored where they won't tangle.

3. Fold the kite in half along its shortest distance between two corners. This will likely mean folding the top half across the bottom half. Lay the sticks alongside the fold side by side.

4. Roll the kite up along the sticks, starting from the fold. Make sure no edges of the sticks will rip the kite when doing so. You can wind some of the strings around the folded kite to secure it around the sticks.

5. Place all the kite parts--kite, sticks and strings--in the kite bag if you are using one. Store the kite in a safe place where it won't get ripped or damaged.

Tips & Warnings

• Since kites come in different shapes and styles, the best way to fold your kite may be different. Any instructions that come with a kite will likely include the best way to fold it, so do not lose them.