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KITE FLYING!!! « Kar's ROARS http://bit.ly/1npWU
The Clueless Gardeners - A Garden Blog: World-Record Kite Event http://bit.ly/55xDy
my2bb-Eliora&Theophilus: Johor Kite Festival(back dated post) http://bit.ly/Yfban
Japan America Kite Festival at Seal Beach Pier | LA Philanthropy Watch http://bit.ly/13WwA6
Kiteboarding in Tulum with Playa Azul Tulum Hotel and Morph ... http://bit.ly/bRE3n
Shark Kite - Kites http://bit.ly/7fue3
How to make my mINI kITES and make money from them. | Money Making ... http://bit.ly/vxGXT
Flying Kites in Beijing | Travel Information of Nepal, Bhutan ... http://bit.ly/3TkaFl
Kites from Sheets http://bit.ly/HEvcM
The Cursor Kites Project | Cool Design Ideas & Newest Home Stuff ... http://bit.ly/Wu7Q3
Long Beach Family: Japan America Kite Festival http://bit.ly/umQEq
How Vital Is Your Fitness For Kite Surfing? :Weight Loss Blog http://bit.ly/jpqUf
Rescheduled kite event set in Antioch http://bit.ly/2PlLm6
» Kite Fishing Basics – Part II http://bit.ly/UfsuH
Going Away To College: William and Danielle go fly kites. http://bit.ly/mfYwa
Mrs. Dudo's 2nd Grade!: Kites! http://bit.ly/SBddY
MY FAMILY: Flying Kites http://bit.ly/472q5y
Mortal Combat - Video | KiteMovement http://bit.ly/Z89vh
Sunshine Coast Kite Festival http://bit.ly/oMLF1
Jeff Phelps blog: KITES AT SWANAGE http://bit.ly/AH5vb
The Kirtley's: Let's go fly a kite... http://bit.ly/10wv8M
Safety In Play When Flying Kites http://bit.ly/12eSHH
Slingshot Octane 2010 Slingshot Kites UK Based Slingshot Kite ... http://bit.ly/E6Ova
Kites http://bit.ly/4DxFfJ
Bird kites made out of old books « Drawn The Illustration and ... http://bit.ly/190ZoG
Dwelling Here Now: Feel the Tug of the Heavens in Your Hands http://bit.ly/1tlbhj
AWSI Demo Video: TKB Interviews F-One on 2010 Kites | The ... http://bit.ly/3lggxm
The kite-runners are out again in Kabul http://bit.ly/1ZIV3b
And, yes, I DO take it personally: More Afghanistan kite photo and ... http://bit.ly/wKrlI
John Jansen wins Kite Buggy European Championship | KiteMovement http://bit.ly/IS788
Surfing Kite Breakthrough: New Design Makes Other Power Kites Obsolete http://bit.ly/aFURm
The best places to fly a kite flying kite | Brno Now http://bit.ly/1aycGL
On Tap: Fair, Kite Flying | eSecaucus.com - Secaucus (NJ) News and ... http://bit.ly/riNsF
How to Get Fit and Have Fun | Wish Everyone Good Health. http://bit.ly/F1cTy
Firewire to Launch Felix Pivec Pro model | KiteMovement http://bit.ly/N68Qi
Steelers Styro-Kite Is...Awesome? http://bit.ly/1jvlE
Update “Jinx” From Focus Kite Designs http://bit.ly/c7IVf
Joining the Kite Flyers at West Coast | http://bit.ly/11XV7m

KITES FOR POWER

2009-08-15T19:54:00.000-07:00

THE LATEST NEWS ON THE KITE FRONT

2009-08-15T17:25:00.000-07:00

Kites take to the skies late tonight http://bit.ly/1qNICa

Mile-High Kite Festival – Labor Day Weekend on Beech Mountain ... http://bit.ly/QH6J7

Check this out for a bit of sophistication light up the sky :- http://bit.ly/3oOpoH

PKRA KiteRacing Brazil Day 2 | The Kiteboarder Magazine http://bit.ly/1py2nr

sugarspiceand everythingnice: flying kites day http://bit.ly/1Y8bHM

Kites to fill skies in Baddeck http://bit.ly/FSkML

Kites pick fights at fest http://bit.ly/BpeIX

Flying high on independence day http://bit.ly/4rQmUN

My Bali Diary: The Sanur Village Festival 2009- Kites http://bit.ly/3chJVe

gzintlinc - New Kites Available For Ordering http://bit.ly/14Em70

The kite master « Pete Martin http://bit.ly/15tUQB

News from Windswept Kites: A Birthday SALE!!! http://bit.ly/2hd33

SC Longs: What's a summer without Kites? http://bit.ly/3sHFHf

A day with a kite master from Żejtun http://bit.ly/34QJ8R

KPWT Dunkerque 2009 - Day 2 | KiteMovement KPWT Dunkerque 2009 - Day 2 | KiteMovement http://bit.ly/19iF5L

Power Kites | Kitesurfing Kites | Trainer Kite | How to Wrap Your ... http://bit.ly/R7kYN

Charles Tiger - Paros | KiteMovement http://bit.ly/17d3Fn

Chinese Dragon Kite Flies High | Daz Heng SH http://bit.ly/BXC39

Kite fliers flock to Dieppe festival http://bit.ly/tOp4j

Iceland Kite Trip 2009 | KiteMovement http://bit.ly/YDxBi

If you are interested in making a power kite check out http://www.updyke.net/mukites/nasawing.html
Make: Online : Giant garbage bag kite http://bit.ly/OsnTG

kitesurfing on the iceland called, Vlieland - Friesland http://bit.ly/lW9W1

Iksurfmag #16 | KiteMovement http://bit.ly/C4oD9

No strings: Fliers look to heavens at friendly gathering http://bit.ly/TSh4Z

Look up, way up! http://bit.ly/9yGYS

Power Kiteplace - Peter Lynn Dealer - NJ Buggy Club, Kite Buggying ... http://bit.ly/tKen9

Get ready for kite festival http://bit.ly/kejO

Portfolio: In East Hills, launching kites -- and dreams http://bit.ly/aBAio

Our J Babies: The Kite-Maker & The Kite-Flyers http://bit.ly/69SLd

Thousands of Gaza children fly kites on Beit Lahiya beach http://bit.ly/yJjqZ

Crowds flock to see Whitley Bay Kite Festival http://bit.ly/rw1yW

Whitley Bay kite festival takes to the skies http://bit.ly/6oEoE

Kite Boards - How To Enjoy Kite Boarding « 4AAJ-n Custom Mouse Pads http://4aaj.net/?p=2302

Power Kites | Kitesurfing Kites | Trainer Kite | Griffin ... http://bit.ly/6sXNs

Colorful kites fly high in the Sanur sky http://bit.ly/18NifG

Watch Precision Kite Flying, Bring Your Own or Make a Kite at ... http://bit.ly/149nOe

Gaza's kites Symbol of defiance hope http://bit.ly/2ihZtz

Enjoyment To The Extreme With Kite Surf Board : Article Feeder Blog http://bit.ly/6JOV3

Kite Festival Singapore 2009 http://bit.ly/InJ6E

All kinds of one-of-a-kind kites in Port Clinton http://bit.ly/10UUef

Its summer time! Let's fly kiteS! | Pillow Talk Japan http://bit.ly/kztjs

Go Fly a Kite http://bit.ly/NAwK3

e-borneo.com - Travel Borneo Blog: Borneo International Kite Fest http://bit.ly/Ij6oS

Museum spreads kite making skills to disabled kids http://cli.gs/Y0dgq

SOFIAN RUMAGIT: Childhood hobby turns into a larger-than-life job http://bit.ly/n7R3y

GONE TO FLY A KITE http://bit.ly/180CHR

Soar-away success for Royston kite festival http://bit.ly/7TqpG

ConnectiCon 2009 - Lady Kiting outside - ConnectiCon 2009 - Lady ... http://bit.ly/3JlszT

For some Jakartans, there are no seasons to fly kites http://bit.ly/8D4Pe

Wirdheim in Vilanova: Kites and Human Towers Striving Upwards ... http://bit.ly/BCR1L

Save 25% on Select Kites—Toys.com http://bit.ly/ng6Zb

Power kiting and the Lower Deck - Lower Sackville, Canada Travel Blog http://bit.ly/I1L3v

Halfbakery: Space Kite http://bit.ly/rddRU

Kite-flying record « Think twice (for my students, past and present) http://bit.ly/WSrpw

PKRA Germany 2009 Day 7 | Kite Movement http://bit.ly/Qbq0J

Flying Kites as Example of Explanation | Understanding Types of Text http://bit.ly/GLIjp

The Dowel Dopero Kite - Kite Flying Report http://bit.ly/2TWC2

TYWKIWDBI: New kite-flying world record http://bit.ly/pZm4T

West Cumbrian kite surfers prepare to sail from Ireland http://bit.ly/7THCR

Chamber flies a kite resolution http://bit.ly/Jl0GR

Gaza children set kite flying world record in a colorful display ... http://bit.ly/2hhH90

Scientists use nanomaterials to grow 'flying carpets' and 'nano kites' http://bit.ly/vxBHR

Kites over Gaza | The Pajama Pundit v2.1 http://bit.ly/w81kl

Vast Variety » Blog Archive » Kites over Gaza http://bit.ly/LxdGG

Gaza Kids seek Guinness record in kite flying http://bit.ly/T4Cti

Gaza children go for world record for kite flying - Wonderful ... http://bit.ly/4wcVXA

Palestinians in kite record bid | WORLD-BIGGEST-NEWS.COM http://bit.ly/Ccv9i

Breaking records, flying kites in Gaza « Dispatches from Palestine http://bit.ly/WzhOl

Gaza children set kite flying world record in a colorful display ... http://bit.ly/4yXS1t

SOME OF THE LATEST KITE NEWS

2009-07-30T06:42:00.000-07:00

Kite flying competition in Kanpur http://bit.ly/20YIbJ

Kitesurfing Girl Claire Lutz http://bit.ly/k2fYs

Griffin MMIX 2009 10.5 Review http://bit.ly/2s8fsp

Kiteboarding Forums - TAKOON CHRONO http://bit.ly/hPWF6

Let Your Dreams Fly As High As Your Kites http://bit.ly/epFER

Jean's Freelancing II: Children make kites, admire flying fish at ... http://bit.ly/2h4hXp

FlexiFoil Blade V review. Kite Reviews, Buggy Reviews, Mountain ... http://bit.ly/3mDcbj

BEST BREEZES: Kites and Kite History - Journal / BLOG - Kites ... http://bit.ly/RRi7o

Phil McConnachie Kites: Mini Super Barrage http://bit.ly/NYEru

Kite flyers brave mountain winds http://bit.ly/1navG

Kitemovement » PKRA Fuerteventura 2009 Day 3 http://bit.ly/16MUBI

East Bay Neighbor: Berkeley Kite Festival this Weekend. woohoo! http://bit.ly/18KIxW

LIQUID FORCE 2010 THE FIRST PICTURES http://bit.ly/NLXAW

Kite Boarders Unite in Pursuit of a True World Champion http://bit.ly/4stxRk

Fearless Flying http://bit.ly/rkHGF

Kitemovement » Portuguese Kitesurf Championship 2009 – results stage 3 http://bit.ly/CVsuv

Spy Kite gives you bird's eye view » Coolest Gadgets http://bit.ly/14EDd4

Learn from a kite master Sat. http://bit.ly/167lGR

'It's just you and the wind' http://bit.ly/NEuJS

Charles Leblanc's Other Blog: Flying KItes in Fredericton on a ... http://bit.ly/2HbdPf

Kite runners: India Today - Latest Breaking News from India, World ... http://bit.ly/tZzwV

Chinese Traditional Kite Craft - easy-mandarin Blog http://bit.ly/14hsX3

Fantastic kites take flight http://bit.ly/mjdTG

Berkeley Kite Festival » funcheapSF.com http://bit.ly/MWAZ2

Dieppe would like you to go fly a kite http://bit.ly/jRo4q

Cabrinha Kites Board - A Must-Have For Kiteboarders : How To Do That http://bit.ly/2VVjW

Flying Kites & Healthy Eating for Improving Your Figure http://bit.ly/geOLZ

The wind window |Kiteskool Kitesurfing school - kiteschool based ... http://bit.ly/VzgCA

Prism Eo6 Single Line Kite http://bit.ly/IZzux

Kites that make music (dieu sao) | Traveling around Vietnam http://bit.ly/ndoSY

Kitemovement » PKRA Fuerteventura 2009 – Day 1 http://bit.ly/10K8L9

Kites for Every Occasion http://bit.ly/3F0MYS

Morecambe Kite Festival 2009 on Flickr - Photo Sharing! http://bit.ly/aikcu

Swissmiss | Letter-Box-Kite http://bit.ly/sNuao

Peter Lynn teaches how to travel with your kites in a plane ... http://bit.ly/pdHkn

Kiteforum.tv - Kite Passion tour km31 beach party italy http://bit.ly/hNKei

Kites will be blowing in the breeze at Brenton Point http://bit.ly/M0zfm

And So On: Kites Are Fun: The True Story http://bit.ly/ioV35

Fireworks Kite Festival http://bit.ly/2UegW

2009-07-30T06:32:00.000-07:00

World Kite Museum & Hall of Fame

wandering seals: of kites and flying them

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wandering seals: of kites and flying them

2009-04-26T19:01:00.001-07:00

2007-06-10T16:57:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 33
KITES ON ICE.

Yes that's right, Americans in Madison, with representatives from 12 nations in attendance. I thought I'd seen it all, but kite flying on ice, you must be joking? What will they come up with next? ( best not answer that one! )

Sounds strange but it look's like a lot of fun!

YES YOU ARE RIGHT, KITE FLYERS ARE ALL QUACKERS! OH ALL RIGHT, BUT THE OLD UN'S ARE THE BEST!

Takes me all my time staying upright at the best of times, without trying to fly a kite whilst keeping balanced on
ice!

( who said too much booze!)

I must apologize for not including the names of all the makers and flyers of the wonderful kites displayed on this site, but unfortunately they are too numerous and many are unknown to me!

I would just like to say thanks to all involved, Kind regards to all Pete.

( Please check out credits for photo's, you might be there! )

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KITES ON ICE.

2007-05-28T10:43:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 32
KITES AROUND THE WORLD CONTINUED.

PIED PIPER?

THOUGHT SNAKES WERE IN THE GRASS?

CODY CUBED! DRINK ANYONE?

STACK EM HIGH!

STUNTS OVER SHILOH!

JUST HUNG UP AT TURIFA!

CREDITS ( FOR PHOTO'S, KITES OR BOTH)

CARLOS.

CASZI.

FOZZEY DEWEY.

HIDE SEEK.

JOSEPH PERRON.

KAUAI KEOKI.

ROMEO G.

R.TERWIEL.

SIMON HENNESSEY.

TOODY OAKHILL.

WEBSHOT ROSE.

if your name's not here and it should be, or you would like to make a comment leave a message.

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2007-05-20T12:18:00.000-07:00

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MANY FACETS!

BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLY FLYING HIGH!

EXTENDED WING CODY WITH TOP-NOT, WHAT A BEAUTY!

NOW WHERE DID I LEAVE THAT BOARD?

WHERE EAGLES DARE!

FACELESS! OR IS IT OFF YOUR FACE?

INTERIOR DESIGN COURTESY OF KITES & ON THE RIGHT PIGS DO FLY!

THIS ONE LOOKS A BIT FISHY! MAYBE JUST BEING KOI?

ROLL UP! ROLL UP! KITE SHY!

KITE TAILS OR TALES OF KITES?

OCTOPUS FEELING BLUE!

ALL OF A SPIN!

TRADITIONAL MALAYSIAN KITE

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2007-05-08T13:16:00.000-07:00

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AIRPLANE IN FULL FLIGHT

ANOTHER BEACH, ANOTHER FESTIVAL

SAME BEACH, DIFFERENT KITES,
HOW DID THEY DO THAT ?

THIS INFLATABLE LOOKS LIKE SOME KITE FLYERS! (WHO SAID BEER GUT? )

NICE LEGS, BUT THOSE TRAINERS, WOULDN'T BE SEEN DEAD IN EM! PROBABLY WHY HE'S HIDING HIS FACE?

NOW THERE'S A KITE TO WRESTLE WITH!

LARGE FLOWFORM BY ROBIN GILLMAN WITH LOTS OF LAUNDRY.

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2007-05-02T16:50:00.000-07:00

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Kites basking in the midday sun waiting for the breeze!

Preparing to take to the sky high above the trees!

Kites brighten up the sky above the Oregon shoreline!

Is that a big windsock or what!

Long beach kite festival in full flight, what a wonderful sight!

TEDDY BEARS, RAYS, PENGUINS AND MORE, ALL MADE OF FABRICS OF COLORS GALORE!

AERIAL SHOT OF NEWPORT FESTIVAL

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2007-05-02T15:58:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 28
KITES AROUND THE WORLD.

As in many Asian countries kites can be purchased for about $1 from one of many street traders, as shown opposite, often the whole family work long hours to earn a meager living.

A scene played out on many a seashore, a couple enjoy the pleasure of flying a kite as the day draws to a close, with the waves gently breaking on the beach

Artistic variations on the theme of kites!

There's no end to the imaginative designs with kites as the theme!

Soaring high in the sky, this one looks so realistic!

There's always one wherever you go! If it's you drop me a line, in fact if you recognize any photo's please contact me peterlinnkites@ntlworld.com

Beautiful hand crafted kites from Abul in Bali, most of these traditional kites are made from bamboo and either paper or silk and sell for just a couple of dollars.

The problem comes however in getting such delicate kites home in one piece, especially if they have to be placed with the luggage during the flight.

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2007-04-22T12:07:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 27
KITE SURFING

For help and info contact www.kitesurfing.org

You can call it kite surfing, kite boarding or fly-surfing, but whatever you call it, it aint' for the faint hearted!
It's the hottest thing since sliced bread! It's on the increase worldwide at a fast pace, especially at windsurfing venues, due to it's more efficient use of the wind.

Basically you are harnessing the winds power by means of a large kite, and control lines that double up as tow ropes, these lines run through the middle of a bar, which is used to control the kite, then attached to the surfer by means of a quick release harness, this allows the surfer to separate from the kite in an emergency.

As with many sports, expert advice & lessons are advisable, you wouldn't go hang gliding without them would you? You start out by learning to control the kite on dry land, once this has been achieved, you then move into the water for what they call body dragging, learning to control the kite over water, landing and re-launching.

This is made possible due to the fact that the kite floats, most have inflatable sections within the construction. Once you have mastered that, you are then ready to start moving downwind with a board, a knowledge of sailing is helpful, as you need to also move upwind, known as tacking, then all that's left is jumping with your board and that's it. Simple or what?

Well, with good training and advice, you should be able to get to a reasonable level after a couple of weeks hard work, then by the end of the season you should be adept enough to ride the stronger winds found offshore, and perform some of the tricks shown here.

What's that lot going to set me back I hear you ask? Well for the fun and excitement you'll get, it compares well with many less exciting pastimes. What you'll need to purchase.
1. LESSONS 2. INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO 3. KITE 4. BOARD 5. HARNESS 6. WET SUIT

Why not check out the site below to give you some idea of what's on offer, and the range and price of
equipment available. But remember Kite surfing can be dangerous! not only to you but anyone nearby. You can reach speeds of 45miles per hour, you're fairly close to the water, although you can jump up to 40 feet into the air, so have fun but take care.

KITE SURFERS CHECK THIS OUT FOR ALL YOU NEED JUST CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE GEAR!

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2007-04-22T11:09:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 26
OKLYNGE SCHOOL VISIT PHOTO'S

Above me explaining to the children the origin's of various kites on display, the one I'm holding is a scaled down version of The Baden Powel Man Lifter.

This was a good start for their kite making & design the following week.

Staff and pupils alike were very attentive, and I must say both staff and myself were surprised by the children's knowledge of kites! This made my task a lot easier and enjoyable.

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2007-04-06T15:44:00.000-07:00

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OKLYNGE SCHOOL VISIT PHOTO'S

Teachers and students alike were keen to observe my kites close up!

All wanted to have their photo taken alongside the kites!

The teachers made sure before the visit that this would be alright with the parents.

Below the children sit attentively while I do my best to explain the origin of each kite.

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2007-03-31T11:31:00.000-07:00

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OKLYNGE SCHOOL VISIT PHOTO'S

As you can see from these photo's all were keen to be individual in thier style of kite, and the designs show the childrens ability to to come up with something original!

All were having great fun and were racing to launch thier creations skyward!

It was a real pleasure to see so many smiling happy faces!

Member of staff holding one of my kites, Pearson Roller with optical illusion designs, what can you see? (woman's face or man playing a saxaphone).

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2007-03-24T06:35:00.000-07:00

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OKLYNGE SCHOOL VISIT PHOTO'S

The Brighton Kite Flyers Teddy brings the school to a halt as all pupils wan't a look!

All hands on deck, team-work help's launch the kites!

As you can see all the children were eager to show off thier creations!

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OKLYNGE SCHOOL VISIT PHOTO'S

2007-03-15T12:31:00.000-07:00

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OKLYNGE SCHOOL VISIT CONTINUED

Comments from Laurie Overnell and two students from Ocklynge School.

Dear Pete,

When Pete arrived at school he had said he’d need an hour to fit up his kites. This was no exaggeration.

He brought around 20 huge kites to show the children and they provided an excellent visual ‘feast’ for our SATs weary pupils. He spoke about the history and culture of kiting before moving onto various design ideas and safety issues.

The children were very impressed and had a lot questions to ask. His talk was informative and he interspersed personal anecdotes with factual detail, which made it both interesting and amusing. All in all in proved to be very successful and the children left all keen to get started on their own kite designing.

The following week Pete surprised the children by attending their kite flying (at the end of their design and build activity week). He looked at their designs and gave some hints on flying.

It was certainly a remarkable sight as over 200 children had a go, and to top it all Pete had assembled, and was flying, some of the largest kites we had ever seen. The children were speechless – for the first time all week!

We are very grateful for his input and for providing such an interesting ‘trigger’, and endnote, for our Year 4 activity week Thanks again Pete.

On Friday the kite man came to talk about different sorts of kites. There were big kites and little kites and all sorts of shape kites. Our best was the Snowflake kite it was so pretty with all its different colors. He had this kite that was Eve and if you turned it over it would say liar. We thought it was very clever. The man gave us all kinds of facts about kites. It was a very enjoyable assembly.

By Antonia and Eleanor 4W Ocklynge School June 2002

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ECLIPSE 2000

2007-03-07T05:56:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 22
OKLYNGE SCHOOL VISIT

Ocklynge School, Eastbourne.

The date 8^th of May 2002, I received this email :-

Dear Pete,

We are considering running a design technology 'kite making' workshop for our Yr 4 (9 year old) children at school (Eastbourne). Would somebody who knows about kites be able to come and talk to the children about simple kite making (or kite flying, anything to get them really motivated)? We will be running the activity during the week 27-31 May; so early that week would be terrific.

I look forward to hearing from you. Laurie Overnell.

I immediately responded and on the morning of Friday 24^th of May duly set off for the school, I could not help wondering just what I had let myself in for, talking to a class of over two hundred 9 year old children.

I eventually arrived at the school and was given a warm reception by Laurie Overnell, who had instigated the visit, and the head of year Barbara Robertson. I was led into a large hall, and promptly set about the task of assembling a variety of kites all around the perimeter of the hall, a task I was still performing when I heard the first Oo’s and Ah’s as the children filed into the hall, and observed the kites.

Once the children were all in, and quietly sitting on the floor, I was duly introduced to them. I must say any fears or doubts I had were totally unfounded, the children behaved impeccably and were a credit to the school and the staff.

After giving a brief history of the kite and its origins, there followed a brisk discussion with the children, I was quite surprised by the children’s knowledge of kites, as I’m sure, were some of the teachers.

I was quite sorry to leave, it was all over so quickly and the children were so enthusiastic.

I said my farewell and returned to Brighton, with a great sense of satisfaction that it had all gone so well.

During the week I thought it would be nice to return to the

school and see the results of the children’s efforts at kite making, I made a few calls and arranged to return with a surprise for the children.

On Friday morning 31^st May, I met up with Simon Hennessey, Ray Oakhill and my friend Elsie Barnard and off we went to Ocklinge School, we arrived at approximately 10. 45 am and duly signed in. We were directed to the playing field at the rear of the school where several activities were in full swing. We made our way around the edge of the field, and having established wind direction took up position at the far end.

Having secured a line to the rear of Simon’s Espace, we duly launched the club’s 40ft.Teddy. and large doughnut, I think at that point all other school activities came to a halt! Within a short time the edge of the field was filled with children all eager to fly their creations, so Teddy and doughnut were put away, and the children were soon all running up and down, it was an impressive sight and I’m sure with a little further guidance they will all be up and flying high in no time at all.

Well Done to all who participated in making it a week to remember, and thanks again for inviting the B.K.F. to get involved Pete.

Peter J. Linnell B.K.F. chairperson/coordinator.

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2007-03-01T11:01:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 21
NIGHT FLYING IN PARIS

Members of club Revolution night flying around the sites of Paris.............

.................for more information and pictures check out their web site the revolution club (CLICK HERE)

Although I don't speak French from what I gather they fly on fairly short lines.............

................... I'm not sure that the English authorities would be as tolerant!

It certainly brings a new dimension to kite flying!..........

......... although night flying with lights on kites is quite a common feature at most Kite Festivals, and can be quite an exquisite site!

CHECK OUT THIS SITE CLICK ON BANNER ABOVE!

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2007-02-23T10:58:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 20

BERCK BEACH FESTIVAL 2002

The sky at BERCK was full of kites, many different shapes and sizes from many countries.

If you have never attended the BERCK festival I can highly recommend it, a beautiful sandy beach with plenty of room for all.

The whole community get involved with strings of kites hanging from the buildings along the seafront.

All along the promenade there are numerous kite stalls, and also a number of marquees with a variety of kites on exhibition.

If you require refreshment there are an adequate number of good restaurants situated close to the beach.

If you take a close look you can see the Brighton Kite Flyers Yellow Teddy lower left hand corner.

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2007-02-18T10:46:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 19

RETURN VISIT TO STOTFOLD BEDFORDSHIRE 2001

The riverside playing fields as they are today, some things never change! It is still a popular bathing place in the hot weather.

Many families come to picnic, relax and just enjoy the pleasant surroundings, it was called the Fore-bridge in my school days, (This dates back to before the bridge, when people had to cross the river via a ford) I believe today its called the Beach.

I took the opportunity to fly a few kites during my visit.

As you can see from these photographs the weather was fine.

I am sorry that the kites are not very clear but as most of my friends know I do like to fly quite high, although personally I blame the photographer, my old school chum Robin Mulliss who kindly took these photographs for me.(no offense mate)

It was very pleasant to re-visit the place where, as a child I spent many a happy day.

Although it was a lot different during my childhood days, as I remember there was just a large meadow, full of tall grass and a couple of large dew ponds. In the spring we would go and retrieve frog spawn to hatch out at home. I seem to remember several clouts from my parents for going home soaked after falling in ( or was it being pushed in ) I must admit to being guilty of the latter several times myself.

During the school holidays we would go fishing, I often used to take home Pike, which my mum would cook for the family pets as none of us liked the taste of it much.

Today there is a car park, as show above, swings, slides, roundabouts, skateboard ramps and climbing frames. The grass is mostly cut short and there are picnic tables dotted around the whole area.

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2007-02-04T13:50:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 18

KITE SAFETY

AS WITH ANY SPORT, THE POTENTIAL HAZARDS OF KITE FLYING SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN LIGHTLY. ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT IRRESPONSIBLE FLYING MAY CAUSE INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH, AND THAT THE KITE FLYER IS TOTALLY ACCOUNTABLE FOR FLYING SAFELY.

IN VIEW OF THE AFOREMENTIONED, HERE ARE SOME IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

AVOID FLYING IN WET OR STORMY CONDITIONS, AS USING WET FLYING LINE CAN BE HAZARDOUS

DON'T FLY NEAR POWER LINES, PYLONS OR AERIALS. IF YOU DO GET CAUGHT UP, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES TRY AND RETRIEVE THE KITE YOURSELF. CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE AUTHORITY OR LEAVE THE KITE, IT CAN BE REPLACED, IF YOU ARE ELECTROCUTED YOU CAN'T

Avoid fields with livestock, it usually indicates private property, and kites can frighten animals. Try and avoid areas strewn with debris or rabbit warrens, when looking up at your kite it is easy to trip over and injure yourself. Keep well clear of areas that have a large number of kite eating trees, and avoid walking backwards without looking to see what is behind you!

Never fly close to Public Highways, or railways or areas which are congested with people

If you want to fly a stunt kite, fly well away from other people, they can cause serious injuries, especially if you are just starting out. Power kites are NOT toys, always seek advice before trying to fly one, and start off small and then progress to a larger kite once you have gained some experience. THEY CAN KILL!

Any large kite can be potentially dangerous, always make proper preparations before attempting to fly , I e :- Have secure anchorage points, and mark them clearly, so that people don't trip over them, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE if your equipment injures someone. It is also wise to wear some stout gloves to protect your hands, kite lines can cut and burn you severely, no matter what size, so be careful

Protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays, with sunglasses, a wide brimmed hat is also useful, and a suitable rated sun screen is advisable as overexposure may cause skin cancer

AVOID AIRFIELDS, AIRPORTS & HELIPORTS OR ANY AREA YOU KNOW IS DIRECTLY ON A MAIN FLIGHT PATH

Have fun out there I hope you will find some of the above helpful

common sense makes sense be safety conscious!

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2007-02-04T12:18:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 17

FESTIVAL FRIENDS AND POSTERS

The lovely Linda Howard of Force Nine Kites, always ready to lend a helping hand, and give you a nice big smile

The reason Mike Howard is not in the picture is he'd either fallen over, (too much work) or he's behind the camera!
(who said too much booze? he's the only sober one here!)
(from left to right) Myself, Barry Pitman, unsure?, Mikio
Toki, Mick House, Ray Bethell, Chalkie White, Ray Oakhill, Linda Howard & Last but not least Martin Corrie.

Some more happy smiling faces!

The posters shown here were both designed by Mik Jennison.

I would like to say a special thank you, to Mik Jennison and Toody Oakhill for all the hard work they both put in over the years, to help run Brighton Kite Flyers Club. Not only in the design of these posters, but in all the many other ways. Your assistance in organizing the Brighton Kite Festivals, Organizing the events in the main arena, Editing Aerodyne, setting up and running the festival web site, the list goes on!

On behalf of all the club, thanks again we'll miss your huge imput, kind regards Pete.

The 2002 poster, by Simon Hennessey, featured the BKF CLUB Teddy and large bol.

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2007-01-12T01:07:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 16

MORE KITE PICTURES

Another of my Sutton Flowforms complete with banner.

My 7mt. Octopus. I constructed this kite using balloon Ripstop Nylon for the main body and loom state Ripstop for the tentacles, when in the air, it gives the impression it's swimming.

Here I am at the riverside playing fields in the village of Stotfold, Bedfordshire. I spent many a happy day here flying as a young boy.

Two of my Circaflex Kites above the houses of Hove, each year the week before the Kite Festival we fly on the lawns at Hove and give out invitations to people walking along the promenade.

Some people think we are all mad, ( it does help ) out flying kites when the snow and frost is on the ground. As these three pictures testify, as long as the wind blows and it's not raining cats and dogs you can........

......always depend on the Brighton Kite Flyers Club members, to be at the Devils Dyke for the New Years Day Fly-in January 2002. Despite the coldness of the day we had a very good turn out.

In fact possibly due to the fact that our Teddy could be seen for miles around, the car parks and roads leading to the Dyke were completely overwhelmed with cars, not a parking space to be found anywhere.

On behalf of the club I would like to say a big thank you to ALL who attended on the day for their support. ( pictures of bear taken by Simon Hennessey.)

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2006-12-08T18:16:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 15

SOME FRIENDS KITES

Yet another variation on the theme of Chinese Dragon Kite's. This one seemed to go on for ever.

Very detailed model of the Wright Brothers original aircraft, show's you just how brave the early aviators were!

Two pints of Lager and a Bottle of wine is all you need to create the design opposite, or so I'm told, the base for the design is the Arrow Icon, nice one John! There's lot's more where that came from if the booze don't run out!

Here we see another variation of the Dragon or Serpent
Kite, with it's bright colors this one really stood out.

Nice one Thomas I see it doubles up as an umbrella!

Janneke Groen is renown for her intricate appliqué designs. Opposite are two of her Sode kites, unfortunately the weather was pretty dull when these pictures were taken.

Some more wonderful examples of hand crafted Asian kites with their creator Mike.

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2006-10-18T05:48:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 14

SOME FRIENDS KITES

Once again four beautiful traditional Kites all constructed from Rice Paper or silk and bamboo, then superbly painted.

It is not difficult to believe that Kites originated in the orient, when you see such wonderful creations as this.

I realize that they have an abundance of the raw materials on hand, but you cannot feel somewhat overawed by the intricate detail that is found in these examples.

This fish if flown over the ocean would fool almost anyone that beheld it, it is so realistic!

Here we see another fine example of what can be achieved with some imagination, a lot of sewing and bridling, 9 months or so in time, 560 square mts. of Ripstop Nylon and about 13/14 kilometres of thread.

They belong to members of the No Limit Flying Team, Cuxhaven in Germany. Try running up the field with these two lads on a piece of string, definitely not a kite for the faint hearted!

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2006-08-20T12:18:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 13

SOME FRIENDS KITES

The three kites you see here are all constructed in the traditional Japanese style. They were all designed and hand painted by Mikio Toki
from Tokyo, Japan.

As stated in previous pages I had the privilege of having Mikio, pictured below, stay with me for a week whilst visiting this country for various kite Festivals.

During his stay he showed me many of the techniques he employs in making his wonderful creations. All of which are assisted by Saki, traditional Japanese drink.

( takes your head off! think it was some of his paint thinners really! )

Opposite Mikio Toki presents one of his kites to Ray Oakhill, on behalf of The Brighton Kite Flyers as a big thank you, for all his hard work over the years as the kite club Chairperson/Coordinator, I had the privilege of taking over the position on his retirement, unfortunately I now have had to retire from the position on health grounds, and have handed over to Simon Hennessey.

These hand crafted kites are constructed using rice paper, or silk and bamboo, and then beautifully painted.

I have often seen these flying in this country, but it seems a shame to fly such delicate pieces of art, which are not designed to take the stronger winds of Britain than those of the Asian countries where they originate.

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2006-08-20T11:23:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 12

KITES BY PETER LYNN OF NEW ZEALAND

Although part 11 & 12 show pictures of inflatable kites, Peter Lynn has also designed many other types of kite.

His collection also includes Traction and Lifting kites and more recently, kites specifically designed for Kite Surfing, along with boards, buggies and all the associated bits and pieces.

How Peter finds time to create all his kites I really don't know? He spends a lot of time traveling to kite Festivals around the world displaying his kites.

If you are fortunate enough to meet up with him, I'm sure he will find ti me to have a chat with you, I've met him on several occasions and he is a really nice guy.

So don't be shy, introduce yourself, a nice cool beer should do the job, so go prepared.

Oh and by the way he sell's some great hats for kiting, nice wide brim keeps the sun out your eyes and the wind out your hair!

If you find time to visit my site and are reading this Peter, I think it's time I got a new Hat.

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2006-07-22T12:16:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 11

KITES BY PETER LYNN OF NEW ZEALAND

Peter Lynn has been known world wide for many years now for his many wonderful creations.

Most of the kites shown are between 10 and
15mtrs in size so you can imagine the effect they have on anyone for miles around when flying.

If you are interested in more details, prices etc., then check out Gomberg Kite Productions.

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2006-06-19T01:19:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 10

MY WEEK WITH RAY BETHEL CANADA & MIKIO TOKI JAPAN

The week started off pretty dismal, lots of wind and rain, but despite this the good company made it a memorable week. We spent a couple of days touring around the local beauty spots.

The top four pictures were taken at FRESHBROOK SCHOOL WORTHING, Where pupils and teachers alike enjoyed the aerobatic display put on by Ray Bethell............

........and the stunning artistic hand painted designs of Mikio Toki's kites. As you can see above they were keen to watch me as I assembled some of my kites for display.

Before we departed for our next school each pupil and member of staff was given a good firm hand shake by Ray, it was so nice to see the appreciation of all concerned.

The last three pictures were taken at CARDEN HILL SCHOOL, BRIGHTON.

Unfortunately the weather was not so kind to us here.

We did however manage to put on a display, which was enjoyed by both schools on the site, before the wind dropped and stopped play.

These two likely lads helped with the chairs and after seeing Ray and myself posing for Mikio wanted to get in on the act. We just got all the kites stowed safely in the car and the heavens opened. Lucky or what?

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2006-06-03T05:05:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 9.

MY 7MT REPLICA CODY KITE

This page is dedicated to my 7mtr. Replica of a Samuel Franklin Cody Kite. It takes almost two hours to assemble, and that is with assistance from as many willing hands............

......as I can get hold of. The sail is constructed from Ripstop Nylon, and I followed the instructions to the letter with regard reinforcement.
There are tension lines all around to keep the sail nice and tight.

I had great difficulty in obtaining the rods, but after much phoning around and many emails, I decided that the only thing for it was to use Bamboo. All other materials were either unsuitable or cost the earth.

But where can you purchase 50mm dia. Bamboo in at least 20 x 3mtr. lengths.
Eventually I contacted a company that deals in Bamboo Furniture and poles JACOBS, YOUNG & WESTBURY of Hayward's Heath.

They ordered my requirements and all I had to do was travel to Newhaven to meet the container from Taiwan and he-presto I was in business.
The local youth club allowed myself and Alan Outram, (without whose help it would still be just a dream) to use their premises to assemble the beast.

Most who saw it said "It will never fly!" but as the picture above shows it did, and good job the wind dropped, because it lifted the rear end of my car off the ground.
And opposite is me accepting the shield for best at the Festival 2000 as my reward. Many thanks to all who gave me their vote.

I would like to say a special thanks to the late Samuel Franklin Cody opposite, for designing such a wondrful kite, to Alan Outram, Scott Skinner and all at the Drachen Foundation, and last but not least all the lads on the field that day who helped in the maiden flight. Kind regards to you all Pete.

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2006-05-03T11:28:00.000-07:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 8.

WEYMOUTH KITE FESTIVAL PICTURES

All these pictures were taken at the Weymouth Beach Festival, which is held on the first Bank Holiday weekend in May each year it is well worth a visit.

The Council of Dorset always put on added attractions for the weekend, including a Free Firework Display on the Sunday evening.

There is an abundance of reasonably priced Guest Houses and Hotels; also they have sites for camping nearby.

If you have never been to Weymouth it is well worth coming, there are plenty of good shops, a Harbour and Ferry service to France and the Islands of Jersey and Guernsey.

Situated in the county of Dorset it is a handy base for touring the adjoining counties of Somerset, Devon and Cornwall

The pictures show kites of all types flying above the skyline of Weymouth; some Guest Houses can be seen opposite,overlooking the lovely sandy bay.

So come on down and make a Holiday of it, the beach is safe and clean, the kids will love it.

There are always lots of Kite stalls set up along the Promenade so you can buy a nice new Kite or other goodies associatedwith Kite flying.

What better way to end the day than out flying your kite in the setting sun?

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KITES & KITE FLYING PART 7.
SOME MORE OF BRIGHTON KITE FESTIVAL PICTURES.

The pictures on this page are also from past Festivals, you will appreciate that with so many, it is difficult to describe all kites in great detail, and also list those who have made them.

Right is a Giant Doughnut built by John Turner in his bedroom, it must have been difficult handling so much material in such a small room, I believe he now has several, very stunning.

Brighton has much to offer visitors. Unlike other Seaside places it is open 52 weeks of the year. You can travel just a few miles and take in some breathtaking views.

Ditchling Beacon, Ferl Beacon, Devils Dyke and Beachy Head, just to mention a few. Or you could check out the towns of Arundel, Chichester or Lewes.

Below is a picture of Mikio Tokki from Japan, whom I had the pleasure of looking after for a week when he visited our Festival, I think he was giving instructions on photography?

Below a picture of a frog I built from a design by Jim Rowlands, his legs kick out as though he were swimming.

Right two Rokkaku kites, the larger one I built for extremely light winds, it is spared with 6mm Carbon Fibre, the design I drew with tee-shirt marker pens and even now some four years on it still looks fresh.

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2006-03-21T04:48:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 6
SOME OF BRIGHTON KITE FESTIVAL PICTURES.

The Brighton Kite Festival is held in July each year, and at present is held in Stanmer Park which is situated next to Sussex University. The site is located in a very accessible part of Brighton.

There is a good link with both the M25-M23 and M27. It is also on a main bus route with direct links to mainline rail services. The Festival is well attended by Kite Flyers from all over the country and overseas.

The children have plenty to do there is a free kite workshop where they can make a kite, as shown opposite, we also have bouncy castles and slides.
We always have a children's entertainer on the site to keep them amused.

The main flying arena has a full program of events for both days, or you can just come along, bring a kite or buy one on site from the many traders, and fly to your hearts content.

There's plenty of experienced flyers around to give you a guiding hand if you have not flown before, or you need help to launch your kite.

We have Caterers on site and a Licensed bar. There is camping on site but please check first before you put up your tent or park your camper.

The City of Brighton and Hove has lots to offer, you can visit the pier, see the Royal Pavilion, visit the sea life centre, there are several good Theatres in town, and if you like shopping, you can visit the Big Chain stores or stroll along the Lanes.

We also have several other smaller shopping areas with an open market where you can buy fresh Fish, Meat and Fruit and Vegetables.

If you would like to know more about Brighton and it's development as a seaside resort, why not check out my Brighton blogspot, I'm sure you will find it interesting.

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2006-03-04T19:07:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 5.
MY KITE EXHIBITION AT WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY CENTRE, BRIGHTON, EAST SUSSEX, ENGLAND PART 2.

The snowflake is a very attractive kite, and is a variant of Stephen Robinson's Facet kite. Whilst it looks very complex it is basically various sized panels of fabric sewn along the centre lines of each panel, the whole kite is suspended by means of rings to a simple framework of rods, in this kite I have used doweling, but they can be constructed using Carbon Fibre, the joints are made of plastic tubing.

The Optic Box is another kite that looks very interesting in flight, resembling as it does a cross in the sky, I often fly it with Circaflex kites so it looks like noughts and crosses in the air. I believe it was designed by Paul & Helen Morgan, who make a wide range of good quality kites, and can always be found at various kite festivals in the summer months, so check them out.

The Cody was a development by Samuel Franklin Cody which he patented in 1901, as a basis he used the box kite design by Hargrave, modification to then included the addition of the now famous wing shape. They were used extensively during the early 20th century for observation and also for lifting heavy artillery. In 2000 I built a 7mt. replica which lifted my car and me off the ground.

Below left the Eddy is probably the most well known shape of kite there is, ask any child to draw a kite and they will almost all draw a diamond shape, it's creator William Abner Eddy of Bayonne, New Jersey was born in 1850.

Left to right on the wall of kites 2, above right. Limited Edition Lion, by Go Fly a Kite, my Large 5mt Delta, Large Hexagon, Stormy Weather's design Victory Kite & Multi Flare, which I built using ordinary nylon as opposed to ripstop.

Developed by the French military as a means of carrying a line from ship to shore to assist in rescue from shipwrecks.
In fresh winds this kite can develop quite a vicious pull as I know from experience (I still bear the scars).

As stated earlier the Parrot right, is a limited edition kite from Go Fly a Kites collection. It really does not do it justice to see it as pictured here. In flight it looks superb with long flowing multi coloured tails flowing out behind. ( must get round to taking a picture of it in flight, although that is difficult when you are holding the end of the line! )

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2006-02-20T15:40:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 4.

MY KITE EXHIBITION AT WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY CENTRE, BRIGHTON, EAST SUSSEX, ENGLAND PART 1.

Number one of three optical illusion appliqué Pearson Roller Kites. At first glance an Elephant but look closer where are his legs?

Number two. At first glance a woman's face or does it say Liar?

Number three, At first glance a man playing a wind instrument or can you see a woman's face?

Left to right on the wall, Hexagon, Stormy Weather's design Victory Kite, Multi Flare 3mt Rokkaku, Limited Edition Parrot by Go Fly a Kite.

(And I said I would never buy a kite, but I couldn't resist it!)

Suspended, Tri-D Box, designed by Peter Lynn, Appliqué 1mt Rokkaku and my own design Guppy. I designed this kite to fly in very light winds, it is a cross between a Tri-D Box and a Stone Mountain, it has a 2mt tail on each wing and a 10mt tail attached to the centre. I am pleased to say that it performs very well and is very stable.

Limited edition Rokkaku by Go Fly a Kite, it fly's well in light winds.

( yes I know, bought another kite! Let you into a secret I bought four actually!)

I constructed the Jimmy Pentagon kite using plans by Mathias Rosebund, another extremely good light wind flyer, have built several for friends and they are all pleased by the kites performance. If you have not got one I can strongly recommend them, and at a height of 300mts they look like a sky diver. (I can hear my friends saying now, when did I ever fly at 300mtrs.?More like 3000! )

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MY KITE EXHIBITION AT WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY CENTRE, BRIGHTON, EAST SUSSEX, ENGLAND PART 1.

2006-02-13T15:52:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 3

SOME OF MY KITES

The Circaflex is a very interesting kite which attracts lot's a attention from the public, especially when flown at dusk, (reported sightings of UFO's no doubt?)

They are quite easy to construct, they consist of one continuous piece of material and have a small 3mm fiberglass rod at the front, and a drawstring at the rear.

I constructed these two from Ripstop nylon but many make them from a material called Mylar which is considerably lighter, although not as strong.

The Whale devel oped in the 1990's is an inflatable, based on the Para- foil principles with, aerofoil sections and various stabilizing devices, among the many differing versions are kites by Martin Lester, Peter Lynn, and Jim Rowlands. (names in alphabetical order.)

The Sutton Flowform is a good stable kite, useful for hoisting banners and line junk, flags etc; Developed by Canadian Parachutist Steven Sutton in the late 1960's.

The Dopero kite is basically two Pearson Roller Kites combined, I obtained the plans for this one from Hilmar Rilling, the design
was by Ralf Beutnagek about 1994.

It develops an amazing amount of power, and I fly this particular one on 350lb line, (always use a strong ground anchor for larger kites.)

I have seen it used for aerial photography, but it was modified, replacing the keels with tapered open ended vents, giving it added stability in a wide range of winds.

This picture demonstrates the banner towing properties of the Sutton Flowform. Ideal for advertising Club or Business alike.

The small green kite behind the end of the banner, is a variation of Alec Pearson's Roller kite, he specifically designed it in the 1970's to fly almost directly overhead, which suited his main flying site, Kensington Gardens London.

This kite is quite simple in it's construction, designed by Hod
Taylor in the 1900's, the triangular shaped keel gives this kite great stability, it also fly's almost directly overhead, although in an extremely light breeze will often ride over the kite line and swoop in a large circular motion.

The Multi Flare is a fairly recent development in comparison to the Eddy Kite which dates back to 1891, the kite on which it's based, it has been used by many to win large quantities of ale at Festivals. The object being the kite that lifts the most ale wins it!

The Hexagon kite is based on a design by W.R.Birt dating back to 1847, I fly this particular one with two 10mt tails for stability, although there are many other versions of this popular kite.

If you look hard you will see the first kite I built, as mentioned in my opening page, a red and green box kite.

From left to right Rokkaku, small Flare, Multi Flare, Tri-D box, Serpent, Box, Star, Stone Mountain rear, Snowflake and laying on the ground a red, yellow and green Peter Powel, one of the first and most successful stunt kites ever produced

From left to right foreground blue abstract appliqué' Pearson Roller, Two Rokkaku kites, one abstract appliqué' and one Samurai Warrior marker pen drawing, front laying flat blue and white Eddy or Malay.

The American Flowform is an ideal kite for lifting, banners, li n e junk you name it. I find that a good flat banner keeps it so stable tha t it will keep flying in just about anything the weather can throw at it.

The Bols are very affective in pairs, I assembled
these so that they rotate in opposite directions, giving the appearance of gears running together, these are 4ft in diameter and develop a huge drag on the line, they also need good quality bearing spinners.

A closer photograph of one of my American Flowforms, They take approximately 20 sq. mts of material to make, for this one I used Balloon Ripstop Nylon.

I adapted the basic design for a Nasa Wing power kite for this one, despite it's size the power it develops is quite amazing. This kite I also constructed using Balloon Ripstop nylon which boosts the power considerably. Anyone thinking of purchasing a power kite is well advised to start small, get experience and then progress, they can be extremely dangerous in the wrong hands!

The concept for this kite came as the name suggests from the American space programme. It's purpose was to bring back to earth safely the fuel rockets used to propel space craft into orbit, although it should be stressed the ones used for that purpose were considerably larger.

This is a an American Flowform that I made for my friend Dr. John Dimmock which he fly's with a 33 metre tail. It looked superb in the summer sky at Telscombe Tye, East Sussex England.

Next :- MY KITE EXHIBITION AT WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY CENTRE, BRIGHTON, EAST SUSSEX, ENGLAND.

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KITES & KITE FLYING PART 2

I immediately joined them and eventually became Chairperson and coordinator of Brighton Kite Flyers and had the privilege of looking after the club Library, for several years, which was handy having lots of kite plans at my fingertips.

The aim of Brighton Kite Flyers is to encourage others to enjoy kite flying, and give any needed assistance to those just starting out.
We have a current membership of about 100 made up of people from all age groups and all backgrounds, so come and join us!
You might be asking why do I need to join a club to fly a kite, well simply put you do not, but there ARE advantages.
NO 1. You can nearly always find someone to fly with, which is very handy when launching a new kite for the first time, especially a large one.
NO 2. You get up to date information on all new kite developments.
NO 3. Location and dates of all kite activities, both local and world wide, including Kite Festivals, (often with special traveling arrangements and subsidized fares etc:)
NO 4. If you join Brighton Kite Flyers, jointly with the Kite Society of Great Britain, you get a quarterly magazine full of tips and information about kites, as well as third party Insurance cover, and ALL for just twenty pounds a year.
WHY NOT JOIN TODAY?
For more detailed information contact our club Secretary. A couple of the Brighton Kite Flyers Committee, from right to left, Alan Outram, Danny Steer, behind the camera Simon Hennessey, and of course myself (wearing one of Peter Lynn's hats.) more about Peter later.

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2006-02-03T01:39:00.000-08:00

KITES & KITE FLYING PART 1

First let me welcome you to my site, and introduce myself. My name is Peter John Linnell, I am the youngest of three children. I was born in 1947 to James Arthur and Gladys Lillian Linnell at Bedford County Hospital.
I grew up in a village called Stotfold in Bedfordshire England. I had a formal education at St. Mary's infant school, Stotfold County Primary school for boys and last but not least Eatonbury.

Whilst on Holiday at Hunstanton Norfolk at the age of about six, I was given a kite by my parents, it was a basic Diamond shaped kite, known as an Eddy or Malay, which is still a very popular kite even today some forty odd years down the line. At the age of twelve my father gave me a Gibson Girl, (for those not initiated into kites, a box kite); which was issued to aircraft pilots, so if they were unfortunate enough to crash, they could use the kite to raise aloft a radio aerial to summon help. I flew that kite for a number of years, but as with many other teenagers, moved on to other things.
I never flew a kite again for 30 years. In the late eighties I moved from my home in Stotfold Bedfordshire to Brighton in East Sussex. As with most coastal towns there was always an abundance of sea breezes, and whilst I had often toyed with the idea of obtaining a kite, I never quite got round to it, that was until I attended a Kite Festival held in Stanmer Park Brighton, in the summer of 1995.
As a result of that visit I came home with a quantity of rip-stop nylon, wooden dowelling and line, after much sewing together and taking apart and re-sewing, I turned the materials into a replica (well almost) of the box kite I had owned all those years ago. ( See picture left)

I still remember the great feeling of satisfaction and sheer delight I experienced, as the kite soared aloft into the sky; I cannot explain in words.
That day bought childhood memories flooding back, seemingly endless days off school during the summer holidays, when I would be out all day long flying my kite, not bothering to go home for lunch. Some days I had to be called time and again to bring the kite down as it was past bedtime, hmmm; what grand days they were!
After that recollection, and the sheer joy of the first flight with my new box kite, I was once more hooked on kite flying.
I went on to build several different kites that first year, and whilst out flying one day, I met up with some other people flying kites, that was when I discovered a local club in the Brighton area solely dedicated to kites and kite flying.

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