On a bright sunny day, doesn't matter what season, there is nothing, and I mean nothing, like a beautiful kite soaring against a bright blue sky. It's just the best feeling in the world. The wind can be kicking it or just gusting gently and the effect is amazing, either way.
The beauty is more special because getting your kite at that elevation meant a special running start and good cardio workout; it is an accomplishment.
To help you have the best kite day as an outdoor adventure, I thought it would be helpful to give you some background about all the different kites that are 'out there' so you can pick the best kites for your skill level and artistic flair not to mention your fitness level.
My list of the top contenders for 'best kites' for your outdoor adventure:
1. Single liners: Diamond and delta are two single line kites that are fairly well known and popular because of their ease of use. They are known as "dowel sode" in the Far East because their shape emulates a Japanese sail shape that bears that title.
2. Sled kites: Sled kites usually have inflatable spars and are taking center stage on the beach and especially at kite festivals worldwide. You'll see many varieties-extra spars, vents, cutouts and more. The most attractive feature of these kites is their easy transportability and simple set up.
3. Diamond kites: In some folks' minds, diamond is synonymous with 'kite.' Diamond kites are considered by many to be 'idiot proof.' They have a good wind range but aren't capable of flying at very steep line angles.
4. Barn Door Kite: This is a 3-spar kite that's quite popular in Australia. Larger ones fly very well without a tail in light to moderate winds, the likely reason for their increasing appeal.
5. Rokkaku Kite: Sometime nicknamed, the "Rok", it has to be the Japanese kite that is most copied by Westerners. They are dramatic looking but most people that love this kite prefer getting up to altitudes of 400 feet in heaveir air,not using them in kite-fighting per popular stories of late. These kites are so stable that the tail is purely decorative, except perhaps in powerful winds.
6. Delta Kite: One of our particular favorites-this is the best kite for beginners. It's easy to launch, flies well even in a light breeze and will almost always sit at a good steep line angle. Deltas can be a bit less dependable in high gusts but in light winds or smoother breezes, they rank high!
There are so many awesome kites out there, it's hard to choose. Having some of this background might make it easier. Be sure to pick the best kite for your skill level and most likely wind intensity and you are to sure to have an outdoor adventure that soars! Go fly your kite and you know what? Your kite will be the best one ever!
Let's go fly a kite! Can you get yours off the ground and soaring, along with your spirits?
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