I have leftover q- line and want to know ? If I tie figure 8 knots, is it strong enough to use to extend my 20 m lines to 30 m lines? I think it's the...
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fernmanus
Jun 11, 2002 6:45 pm
Phil, I am not familiar with a figure 8 knot. However, I have successfully used a double or triple surgeon's knot to extend both leader and line lengths. ...
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Mel
kiteboard2000
Jun 11, 2002 7:13 pm
I use figure-8 knots all the time in Q-Power line. They are supposed to weaken the line the least of any knot. I've even used bowlines (since they're SO easy...
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fernmanus
Jun 11, 2002 10:16 pm
Brain lapse on my part. I use figure 8 knots all the time. I have had them on a set of Q lines for two seasons. I did have one line break at the knot after...
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Hung Vu
hungvuatnetc...
Jun 12, 2002 3:17 am
I have made the "100,000 visitors" update to the kitesurfing School web site at http://www.kitesurfingschool.org - I must admit that I have been delaying this...
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hink_trent
Jun 12, 2002 3:17 am
After going for a pretty long swim with a wet foil kite and a wakeboard, I am looking for something that will help me float without treading water. On the...
3412
PJE21
Jun 12, 2002 3:22 am
Has anybody found a safe and reliable quick release shackle? I have found that mine (2 inch in length and manufacturer unknown) has the dangerous tendency NOT...
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kiteboard2000
Jun 12, 2002 4:59 am
... The fact that the small moving parts of conventional pin-release side- pivot shackles are hidden from view actually makes them MORE prone to jamming with...
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kiteboard2000
Jun 12, 2002 5:53 am
... And for those who do not understand why side-pivot shackles can fail to open under load whereas center-pivot shackles are less likely to fail ... see :...
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Rick Iossi
flkitesurfer
Jun 12, 2002 10:18 am
Hung, WELL DONE! What you started as a relatively small, good idea several years ago has grown into an institution and great aid for all kiteboarders. Thanks...
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fernmanus
Jun 12, 2002 3:52 pm
I use a Tylaska T-2 snap shackle. This is a trigger release shackle. Mine has been modified with a plastic piece in the center to facilitate a quick release....
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Alex Tien Do
Alextiendo@...
Jun 12, 2002 6:28 pm
Just bought Q power lines Can I set the front and back line as the same distance? Thanks ... From: fernmanus Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2002 8:49 AM To:...
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Mel
kiteboard2000
Jun 13, 2002 2:23 am
... There's plenty of really jam-prone sand where I ride (locks up pulleys if they even touch the sand) & while every shackle I've used needs to have the sand...
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Asaara@...
asaararenn
Jun 13, 2002 4:22 am
What, exactly, is the difference between a twin tip kiteboard and a wakeboard, other than the bindings, the length, and the fact that the kiteboard is three...
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claudethibault2002
claudethibau...
Jun 13, 2002 5:08 am
Hi all, What is the best knot to attach a bigger rope to the tiny piece of rope, on this quick release? I have seen some mods with a strap but did not pay...
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Mel
kiteboard2000
Jun 13, 2002 5:37 am
... You could just lark's head a loop to the stock knot. I untie the stock knot, being VERY careful not to damage the line where it's melted. Sometimes it's...
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msoultan@...
Jun 13, 2002 6:02 am
I've always been afraid that the little string is going to break and then you're screwed.. are you worried about that? mike...
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Mel
kiteboard2000
Jun 13, 2002 6:28 am
... No, since it's never happened to me, but since others have broken it, somebody recently suggested using Q-Power line (after I suggested thin stainless...
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Mike Soultanian
msoultan@...
Jun 13, 2002 9:38 am
Also, don't you have to pull it in a certain direction for it to release? ... -- [...]...
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Hung Vu
hungvuatnetc...
Jun 13, 2002 1:41 pm
Rick, Thanks for the compliments Rick. I could not have done it without the help and encouragement from you, Chris and many other kitesurfers. P.S., I will...
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Rick Iossi
flkitesurfer
Jun 13, 2002 2:16 pm
Hello Hung, You have earned every compliment and a lot more. You put your resource together in the early days of this sport when the need existed but wasn't ...
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Mel
kiteboard2000
Jun 13, 2002 4:10 pm
"Mike Soultanian" <msoultan@...> wrote ... Line-release shackles give the greatest choice of pull direction, far greater than pin-release (which must be...
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fernmanus
Jun 13, 2002 4:37 pm
A wakeboard usually has more rocker in the board. A wakeboard works fine for kiteboarding if you have some experience. If you are a beginner, it can be a...
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vytaspass
Jun 20, 2002 1:38 pm
Very good condition. No tears or bladder problems. Kite with backpack- style bag and small pump. No bar/lines. Great starter kite, great kite to add to a...
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hunt_doering
Jun 21, 2002 4:35 am
Has anyone used one of these? Apparently they are around 180cm on one edge and 160cm on the other edge. This gives the board more versatility? Any comments?...
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Asaara@...
asaararenn
Jun 21, 2002 4:37 am
In a message dated 6/21/02 12:35:44 AM Eastern Daylight Time, ... What about Crazy Fly? They're from somewhere in Europe apparently, but haven't been able to...
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Badcoconut
badcoconuts
Jun 21, 2002 10:02 am
I have an Asymetrical 170cm/140cm. I have yet to stand up on it but it drags behind me rather well ...
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hunt_doering
Jun 21, 2002 1:52 pm
OK. I'll take that as a negative opinion of them. Anyone out there use one and like it? ... but it drags behind me rather well ... ...
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Badcoconut
badcoconuts
Jun 22, 2002 1:34 am
sorry cant really say I have a negative opinion since i am only learning but it is more difficult to learn on than I had expected I was told that it is a great...
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Asaara@...
asaararenn
Jun 22, 2002 1:43 am
In a message dated 6/21/02 9:41:22 PM Eastern Daylight Time, ... but ... a ... I'm not touching a directional, I'd just like to know of the twin tips, which is...
