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Come here for Kitebuilder.com and Kite Studio announcements.
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Sat Feb 05, 2005 8:42 am stevef |
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Contests!
From time to time we run contests here at kitebuilder.com. Some offer a prize, others just offer a laugh... either way, they are great fun. Enter the forum for more information.
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Thu Feb 03, 2005 10:59 pm stevef |
The Kitebuilders' Roundtable: |
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Kite Building 101+
A gathering place for kitebuilders to share what they know (and don't know!) about building kites. Post general kitebuilding information, techniques, and questions here.
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Fri Feb 04, 2005 10:38 pm kiteguy |
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Single Line Kite Design & Construction
Do you have an idea or problem with a new Single Line Kite design? Bring it to the center of this table, we will try to help. Discussions also include current project notes from beginning to end. Let us in on your thought process, construction techniques, and flight results.
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Sat Feb 05, 2005 10:13 pm smarties |
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Fighter Kite Design & Construction
Do you have an idea or problem with a new Fighter Kite design? Bring it to the center of this table, we will try to help. Discussions also include current project notes from beginning to end. Let us in on your thought process, construction techniques, and flight results.
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Sat Feb 05, 2005 9:25 pm CJQ |
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Multi Line Kite Design & Construction
Do you have an idea or problem with a new Multi Line Kite design? Bring it to the center of this table, we will try to help. Discussions also include current project notes from beginning to end. Let us in on your thought process, construction techniques, and flight results.
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Wed Feb 02, 2005 12:29 am Nathan A. |
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Non-Kite Design & Construction
Do you have an idea or problem on some form of new Line Art or Ground Display? Bring it to the center of the table, we will try to help. Discussions also include current project notes from beginning to end. Let us in on your thought process and construction techniques.
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Sun Feb 06, 2005 7:53 am Mountain Man |
The Kitebuilders' Lexicon: |
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Historical Kiters
Here you will find a growing glossary of innovative flyers and builders that have made significant contributions to the development of kiting.
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Fri Jan 14, 2005 3:51 pm mhartzel |
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Kite Plans
Here you will find references to many kite plans that are available on-line. Included are comments from forum members that have followed, revised, and corrected the plan details.
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Thu Jan 27, 2005 7:49 pm stevef |
On-Line Kite Building Projects: |
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Project 1.0 - Della Porta
Presented by Kitenerd and Sodedako, this forum was host to our first Online Kitebuilding Project, a Della Porta. The class began on January 23, 2004 and ran for 6 weeks. It was a HUGE success! Enter the forum to learn more.
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Tue Jan 18, 2005 8:36 pm Grant L |
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Project 2.0 - #54 Star Facet
Presented by Scott E. Spencer, this forum was host to our SECOND Online Kitebuilding Project, a #54 Star Facet. The classran 6 weeks and was a great success. Enter the forum to learn more.
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Sun Jan 23, 2005 12:39 am Grant L |
Kite Festivals, Competitons, and Building Events: |
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Kite Building Events
Is your club sponsoring a kite build? Do you know of an upcoming event? What is the project? Where is it? When is it? Who is invited? Post the information here. Personal instruction is the best way to learn!
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Sat Jan 29, 2005 11:29 pm knotronda |
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Kite Festivals
Will there be a kite festival in your area? Will you be traveling to a certain part of the country? Would you like to meet up with other members of this forum? Post the festival details here!
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Fri Feb 04, 2005 4:49 pm Grant L |
Kite Building Supplies: |
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Fabric
Discussions about Ripstop Nylon, Polyester, Dacron, Tyvek, and any other fabrics used for kitebuilding.
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Fri Feb 04, 2005 2:45 pm dpb |
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Fittings
Do you have questions about stock fittings? Do you have special requirements for fittings not readily available? Kite Studio has an on-site machine shop that makes special parts for kites all over the world. Discuss your needs here.
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Wed Jun 30, 2004 11:35 am stevef |
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Framework
Discussions about various framing materials - including graphite, fiberglass, epoxy, wood, and more.
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Sat Feb 05, 2005 12:26 pm Dorsal |
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Line
The right line can be one of the most important things in your kite bag. If you have any questions about types of line, strengths, knots, or bridles... post them here!
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Fri Jan 28, 2005 9:10 am KiteSquid |
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Notions
Notions include thread, needles, glue, and paint. If you have questions about how these items are used, this is the place.
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Fri Jan 28, 2005 9:12 am Progcraft |
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Tools
Discussions about the many tools that kitebuilders use make their jobs easier.
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Thu Feb 03, 2005 7:44 pm airhead |
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Other Supplies
Come here for discussions of other supplies that do not fit in any of the above categories.
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