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Whether in summer or autumn, flying a kite is great fun for young and old. GALA explains what you should know about hang gliding.
Kite flying seems to be forgotten – not with us, because there is hardly a better hobby that you can do outside in nice, windy weather. Whether in the park, on the beach or on the next meadow, The stunt kite can be taken out almost anywhere where there is wind, provided there are no power poles or high-voltage lines nearby. Driven by the wind, some kites can soar infinitely high. A fascinating picture, not only for children, because adults also enjoy the colorful, happy kites.
This is a great entry-level model here.
Fascination with dragons
Dragons are a beautiful invention. This HappinessWhen you hold the kite’s line in your hand, the wind blows around your nose and the kite soars and flies in the sky, it is indescribable.
At this moment we are apparently following it, mostly wandering a little in the distance and just enjoying the sight.
From what age can you fly a kite?
The age at hang gliding depends on the model. With the support of their parents, children as early as three to four years old can fly their first kite. This should then be small and light in any case.
This is particularly popular here.
Large stunt kites should not be flown under 16 years of age, because the pulling force is too great and the child cannot control the kite easily.
This is a great model for advanced hang gliders here.
The different models
the Dragons are divided into one and two lines. The number refers to the number of strings that the kite is attached to.
Single lines come in various shapes and are perfect for small children and beginners. Two-line kites (also known as stunt kites), on the other hand, come in around ten different shapes, and although they require more practice, they are also more fun. Professionals sometimes even use kites with up to four lines.
You get a four-line liner here.
How do I fly a kite?
Few of them get their kites up in the air the first time. We’ll show you what to look out for so that you can fly your kite without any problems.
- A suitable place to fly your kite when the wind blows, sufficient open space, no electricity pylons, airports, roads and as few or no trees as possible in the immediate vicinity.
- Check it which direction the wind is coming from, just moisten a finger and hold it in the air. If you cannot estimate this, an anemometer will help you.
- Imagine with your back against the wind and carefully place your kite on the ground the right way round.
- Take a few steps backwards and slowly unwind the line from the spool.
- Find one fixed standing position and provide your Legs apart. First pull the leash lightly and then vigorously, but always do both with a controlled, calm steering movement.
- The kite stands up slowly and is carried into the sky by the wind. The line should always be taut while doing this. If you have a stunt kite, you can steer to the left as well as to the right with both lines.
- If you hold the leash loosely in your hands or approach your kite lands the kite back on the ground. You can easily steer a stunt kite downwards.
It depends on the wind strength
The wind plays a crucial role in kite flying. If this is too weak, it will be difficult to get your kite into the air. On the other hand, if it is too strong, it will be difficult for you to control it. Don’t underestimate how exhausting it is to hold a kite in midair.
Of course, it always depends on the kite itself. So special light wind kites are suitable for weak breezes, while some kites are also optimal in strong winds.
The perfect wind force is between three and six. Light wind kites can then soar best in the air. At wind force seven it becomes more difficult to hold on to the leash, whereas wind force eight is really only recommended for professionals.
From wind force nine, hang-gliding should generally be avoided. At this strength it is impossible to control the stunt kite and get it back on the ground unharmed.
For a correct wind strength, a wind measuring device is definitely an advantage. Of this here especially many are enthusiastic.
The importance of dragons in China
Dragons are an integral part of Chinese culture. The Asian dragons are not evil monsters, but friendly spirit beings who instead of spitting fire fly through the air and bring joy. In many parts of Asia there is talk of the dragon bringing luck.
Have fun with hang-gliding and bring joy!