My friends, brother, and I went to the kite festival in Washington D.C. and challenged the monument to a game of tag...we won...

The sun is shineing... after it was pouring rain yesterday...the wind is blowing...the tide is out...In short...heaven for kite enthusiasts...
WARNING...this video may be boring to some other mortals...

http://www.powerkitesdirect.com we got started doing power kite jumps and learning how to fly a kite for kite surfing. But we are having so much fun just doing jumps and screwing around we haven't made   more...it to the water yet. let me know if you like the vid of power kites. thx  less

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Some sweet jumps and tricks with the HQ Power Kites. They are mostly on HQ beamers and Scrub mountain boards.
Definitely some killer footage.

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Test of the 2009 Griffin Kite Surf Kite
We were pretty surprised by the 2009 Griffin Kites - here is a test review of the kites. Let us know what you think of these LEI Kites.   more...
This is the toughest and frankly the best priced SLE kite we've tested. Great for beginners through intermediates. Many settings and adjustments to set the kite up depending on the rider and style

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Definitely worth checking out if you are looking for a high value/low cost kite and don't feel like paying over $1500 as most kites cost these days.
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The Hydra 300 3-Line Water Relaunchable Trainer Kite

Hydra 300 and 350
The Hydra is a 3-Line Trainer Kite that is water relaunchable. It has closed cell ram-air inflation   more...with no internal bladders to inflate. Easy relaunch with 3-Line flight

system. See Video. Ready-to-Fly, with lines pre-attached to kite and control bar. Perfect for use as a water based Kite Boarding trainer.

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hydra 300
Fabric:- The Hydra is made from high quality Rip-Stop Nylon fabric with an equally high specification stitched Dyneema (same as Spectra) Bridle.
Flying Lines:- Hydra kites come complete with Control Bar, pre-stretched Dyneema (same as Spectra) Flying Lines, Safety Leash and Training Kite Guide. Line sets

are 82ft long. Take a look at the HQ Trainer Kite Guide in PDF format for more details.

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As with all sports equipment exposed to natural elements such as wind, sea water, dust, sand and sunlight, life expectancy varies. With heavy use in these conditions,

Hydra kites can be expected to remain operationally effective for a minimum of 2 years. Of course, with moderate use and care, this time period can be lengthened

considerably. To optimize performance, it is suggested that equipment be updated and/or replaced routinely.

world's only water relaunchable trainer power kite.

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Water training with the Hydra 300 The Hydra is a kite suitable for beginners wanting to gain experience with power kiting on the water. It has a good wind range and

will generate plenty of pull when the wind strengthens. The closed cell construction and self-closing air inlet vents enable the Hydra to float on water. The three line

control allows easy re-launching and provides an effective safety system. The Hydra is equiped with dirt-outs and quick deflation vent. An easy kite to fly, the  less

Went to Ft. DeSoto a couple of years ago and stumbled into den of wind riders! Looked like lots of fun. Music is by Lem. Anyone know where he went?

http://www.coastalcompanion.com Visit the website for more events on the coast and more videos. Free newsletter. The Kingsland Catfish Festival is the largest festival in Camden county.

Video Diary of our trip to the 2003 Cannes Film Festival.

Beach babes, kite surfing, and rock and roll!

parachuting team forms giant kite while free falling

It was a gorgeous day. Someone from our fellowship group bought the kids kites and they flew it in the nearby field.

This is mostly for friends and family, but whoever else wants to enjoy it can as well.

FROM CO=CREATOR OF WOODSTOCK1969. 3 DAYS OF PEACE AND MUSIC

Flying kites from China.

http://www.GrahamFest2009.com Labor Day weekend camping and music festival in southwest Virginia. 26 bands, 2 days of fun, music, camping, and a haunted mansion. 3 concert stages with live music

Tim Sharp, Executive Director of the American Choral Directors Association shared his vision about the future of ACDA and his vision for the partnership with the INTERKULTUR foundation, producer of the   more...World Choir Games and new USA events.  less

Tim Sharp, Executive Director of the American Choral Directors Association shared his vision about the future of ACDA and his vision for the partnership with the INTERKULTUR foundation, producer of the   more...World Choir Games and new USA events.  less

Tim Sharp, Executive Director of the American Choral Directors Association shared his vision about the future of ACDA and his vision for the partnership with the INTERKULTUR foundation, producer of the   more...World Choir Games and new USA events.  less

I envision a twenty-first century ACDA that becomes fully engaged in world choral initiatives.

The dramatic concept sees 6 hot young music lovers from across Europe brought together by Vodafone for the summer of their lives.

What is Solar Powered Roadshow?

Zero-Carbon Cooling Station for Festivals and Outdoor Events (BC, Canada). Teaches kids about Global Warming and solutions like a virtual David Suzuki. In Whistler, BC, about one hour from Metro Vancouver,,   more...British Columbia.  less

Moving Image Film Festival presents worldwide films. visit www.miffest.com for more information about events and ticket sales. Come out on Nov 5 - 9 2008 to the Bloor Cinema, Gladstones, Revue cinema   more...and more...  less

The province of Petchaburi and Tourism Authority of Thailand Central Region 2 will host the 10th Thailand International Kite Festival 2008"Coloring the Sky". At the fair, you can see the world’s   more...biggest kite and many other interesting and beautiful kites from all over the world.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand Central Region 2 together with Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) and Petchaburi Provincial Administration will hold the 10th Thailand International Kite Festival 2008. The event will help publicize and promote cooperation between various sectors in preserving and restoring Thailand’s unique cultures and traditions. Moreover, the event is aimed at drawing in more tourists to Petchaburi Province.

Visitors will be able to see kite displays from the four regions of the kingdom as well as from every corner of the globe. Some of the highlights include Chula and Pak Pao Kites Competition, Sai Raew, Kite Contest, Kite-making tutorial, and painting contest. Tourists can buy many souvenirs and also participate in many fun rally activities.
In addition, GISTDA will prepare other activities for the participants to enjoy such as assembling triangular pyramid kites, decorating Pak Pao kites, viewing the presentations about Theos Satellite and the technology to investigate distant information. Tourists can also see many types of satellite pictures in this event.Hi-light of this event :1. Thai Kites form 4 Regions, Kites from Rattanakosin Era.2. Chula and Pak - Pao Kites competition, The World Largest Chula Kite Show.3. Fast Kite Flying and exhibition workshop International Kite Show.4. Kite Show from more 16 countries with Giant 3D flying : Maple Kite train, Sexy Legs Kite, Giant Gecko Kite, Giant Octopus Kite, Free Willy Whale Kite, Smiling Sun Kite, Teddy Bear Kite, Mermaid Kite, Banner Art Kite etc.5. Night Kite Show. 6. Stunt Kite Show, Activities and Workshop
7. THEOS Satellite Kite, Tetrahedron Kite Show, Science for Kids Activities by
Geo - Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency
(public Organization) (GISTDA).8. Kite Stall Contest, Arts Activities, Kite Workshop, etc.9. Parachuting Show.10. Remote-controlled Small Airplane show.11. Balloon Show.12. Visit the summer seaside palace of H.M. the King Rama VI.13. OTOP Fair, Food Fair.14. Safe Energy Global Warming Caravan  less