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Go fly a kite and send it soaring with eHow! Uncover the basics from making your own kite and stringing it to flying kites and performing kit stunts.
Kites fly because of two things: the flow of air around and over the frame of the kite; and the kite's resistance to that wind, which is provided by the string that is held Read More
Attaching line to a kite is the important first step to a great kite flying experience. An improperly attached line will throw off the balance of the kite, making it Read More
Tying the thread onto a kite is an important step in the whole kite-making process. This is the process of attaching the finished kite the flying line that you are going to Read More
There are thousands of types of kites, categorized by purpose, shape, material, number of lines and dozens of other variables. There are even kites designed to "fly" in Read More
A tetrahedral kite is a kite made of several diamond shaped parts. The kite is made by millions of elementary students each year to teach aerodynamics and other science Read More
Parafoil kites are among the most powerful kites flown today. Invented in 1963 by Domina Jalbert, parafoil kites are lifted by wind entering open cells at the front of the Read More
Making a kite is a wonderful project for children and adults alike. There are many kite designs to make using a variety of materials from newspaper to fabric. Making a kite Read More
Flying a kite is a great recreational activity, and building your own kite is especially rewarding, because it can be an extension of your personality. Using a few Read More
Kites have a rich history in Chinese culture. Historical records suggest that kites were not just toys, but they were used in battle. In fact, large kites were used to Read More
Several types of kites are built for different purposes. The stunt kite is made so that the flyer can maneuver the kite to do more tricks. It is made from lightweight Read More
As all avid kite-flyers know, unfolding a kite is a critical first step in enjoying this favorite recreational pastime. As kids, we learned to fly on small, inexpensive Read More
Learning to move with a kite for kite-chi is a technique of learning to successfully fly a kite by removing the need to control the kite visually. You can allow your Read More
Kite skating is an extreme sport that uses powerful, controlled kites with specially designed inline skates. Kite skaters can reach speeds on flat terrain of over 60 mph. Read More
Fly a Kite Day celebrates--what else?--the tradition of kite flying. People of all ages enjoy flying kites. Celebrate Fly a Kite Day with these activities. Read More
The purpose of kite dog fighting is to attack other kites participating in the game in order to damage and break them. The winner of a kite dog fight is the last kite left Read More
Flying a two-line stunt kite is as challenging as it is fun. You will want to learn the basic motions of controlling the lines to make your kite turn, dive and twist. You Read More
Kite flying is rite of childhood and everyone has memories of windy days in the park with parents shouting gleefully as the colorful kites go higher and higher. But kites Read More
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 Read More
Flying stunt kites is nothing like flying regular kites. Learn how to fly stunt kites and have an acrobatic thrill-ride complete with tricks and high-speed drama. Read More
With its triangular shape and stabilizing keel, the delta kite is a great beginner's kite. A two-line delta also makes a good stunt kite. When you learn to control your Read More
Have a fun day with a kite.
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