How to String a Stunt Kite
Stunt kites offers a higher level of maneuverability than other kites. Kite flyers use these traits to perform stunt exhibitions or shows--and sometimes just to show off. The design of the kite determines how a stunt kite is strung and how many strings are used. Stunt kites are commonly available in dual line, utilizing two strings, or quad string, which utilizes four control strings.
Instructions
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Assemble the kite, following manufacturer's instructions, indoors or in a calm outdoor area. Assembling a new stunt kite can be a challenge in itself, without adding difficulty from wind.
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Tighten the bridle by pulling on the bridle clips, to confirm none of the strings within the kite are tangled.
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Attach the kite strings to the bridle clips using an overhand knot. Kevlar or Spectra kite string offers faster turns than other kite strings, and is often used by stunt-kite fliers. These strings require a Dacron sleeve over the section of the line used to tie the knot. Mark the strings, or use colored strings, to indicate which string operates each side of the kite. This helps the flyer identify the lines even if they become crossed.
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Lay out about 150 feet of the two lines in preparation of launching the kite.
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Tips & Warnings
Stringing the quad-line stunt kite is similar to the dual-line kite with four strings rather than two. Use four different colored lines to identify the control functions of the kite. Best wind conditions for stunt and other kites is 8 to 12 mph. Avoid flying stunt kites in higher wind conditions unless you are an experienced kite flyer.
Never fly a kite in an area with power lines or other overhead obstacles. Also avoid flying kites in weather conditions that include a possibility of lightening.
References
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