KiteParadise (Tips)

You should tune your kite to adjust to wind conditions and to correct errors in performance.
On my "Basic" page I will show you some very simple thing you should know. The process of tuning a kite is simple if you know what to look for and what (how) to do.

1.
Typicaly stunt kites come with two lines attached to a clip (on each side). One line (the Cross Line) is not adjustable. The clips can be slided on the other (longer) one (the Main Line).

2.
On most kites the Main Line has a mark on it (near the clip). The mark is just a reference spot not a "magic" location. If you move the Main Line so the mark fits the clip, there is no guaranty that this is the best position for your kite. It is just a starting point.

3.
Make all your adjustments small. 1-2mm (1/4'') is enough. Fly the kite after you modified the bridle.

4.
Whenever you adjust you bridle, be shure to adjust both sides equaly. First move one clip and then adjust the second to match the first one.
To check the clips, pull down the clips so that the parts of the Main Line leading from the clips to the nose are taut.

5.
You can move the clip UP or FORWARD or LIGHTER.
Wich means TOWARDS THE NOSE of the kite.
You can move the clip DOWN or BACK or HEAVIER.
Wich means TOWARDS THE BASE of the kite.

	You should tune your kite to adjust to wind conditions and to correct errors in performance. On my "Basic" page I will show you some very simple thing you should know. The process of tuning a kite is simple if you know what to look for and what (how) to do. 1. Typicaly stunt kites come with two lines attached to a clip (on each side). One line (the Cross Line) is not adjustable. The clips can be slided on the other (longer) one (the Main Line).

	2. On most kites the Main Line has a mark on it (near the clip). The mark is just a reference spot not a "magic" location. If you move the Main Line so the mark fits the clip, there is no guaranty that this is the best position for your kite. It is just a starting point.

	3. Make all your adjustments small. 1-2mm (1/4'') is enough. Fly the kite after you modified the bridle.

	4. Whenever you adjust you bridle, be shure to adjust both sides equaly. First move one clip and then adjust the second to match the first one. To check the clips, pull down the clips so that the parts of the Main Line leading from the clips to the nose are taut.

	5. You can move the clip UP or FORWARD or LIGHTER. Wich means TOWARDS THE NOSE of the kite. You can move the clip DOWN or BACK or HEAVIER. Wich means TOWARDS THE BASE of the kite.