Flying the KAP foil 3.0 kite!

[@PanyingPilot]

A few thoughts. First is to look at the thinnest piece of metal on the fishing swivel. That will be the part that breaks. Second, after filling the sand bag, place it in the hole you just dug out. If you are going to anchor off the line, wrap the line twice around the sand bag, set the bag in the hole and then use a twisted larkshead to attach to the carabiner. Experienced kiters would also carry a two foot streamer to attach to the flight line at eye level. as you know, beach goers spend a great deal of time looking at their feet and will walk into your line unless distracted. The shore patrol in their pickup truck also needs to know where your line is at, hence the streamer. Finally, it is a good introduction to the kite.

[@dalekslayer777]

Great comments thank you 🙏

[@1islam1]

@@dalekslayer777 ⚠️ God has said in the Quran: 🔵 { O mankind, worship your Lord, who created you and those before you, that you may become righteous - ( 2:21 ) 🔴 [He] who made for you the earth a bed [spread out] and the sky a ceiling and sent down from the sky, rain and brought forth thereby fruits as provision for you. So do not attribute to Allah equals while you know [that there is nothing similar to Him]. ( 2:22 ) 🔵 And if you are in doubt about what We have sent down upon Our Servant [Muhammad], then produce a surah the like thereof and call upon your witnesses other than Allah, if you should be truthful. ( 2:23 ) 🔴 But if you do not - and you will never be able to - then fear the Fire, whose fuel is men and stones, prepared for the disbelievers.( 2:24 ) 🔵 And give good tidings to those who believe and do righteous deeds that they will have gardens [in Paradise] beneath which rivers flow. Whenever they are provided with a provision of fruit therefrom, they will say, "This is what we were provided with before." And it is given to them in likeness. And they will have therein purified spouses, and they will abide therein eternally. ( 2:25 ) ⚠️ Quran

[@ligiazotinimazurkiewicz5293]

So nice to see you doing this!!!!!!! Great version of U!!!

[@andrewdutton3831]

I just bought this based on your recommendation. It's a beast. Test flew it today. The difference in pull from say, 8 mph, to 12 mph is exponential. Really tugged hard on the line at times. Definite lifter kite....but 200 lb line is probably the lowest I'd go. I'm going to start lifting stuff (camera rigs) in the next week, hopefully.

[@aguswidi9316]

I need one... Thanks you. Awesome tutorial

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thank you for watching!

[@surfrockuk]

You inspired me to buy one of these. The kids will be stoked :)

[@EvanReinheimer]

surfrockuk that’s awesome! It’s one of my favorite kites to fly, everyone will love it. Thanks for watching!

[@surfrockuk]

@@EvanReinheimer Loving this kite :) Its a beauty. facebook.com/surfrockuk/videos/10159033355613120

[@EvanReinheimer]

@@surfrockuk so glad to hear that! Awesome video!!!

[@curtwestergard294]

Well explained.Thanks Evan. Have you had photo success with combining kite with sizable balloons on the same tether?

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thank you. Not a balloon and kite on the same line, but I have used a hybrid kite/balloon called a Helikite. A company called Allsopp Helikites from the UK (I am pretty sure they are still around) makes a variety of these for different applications. They may be useful for the applications you had mentioned to me via email. They are very friendly and helpful, if you decide to reach out to them.

[@danofiremano]

I've been using the Windbreaker reel for a couple decades and like it for some kites!

[@EvanReinheimer]

It’s my preferred reel but it can be tricky.

[@lllatin]

I dont do ariel photography but I have enjoyed watching this video! Beautiful venue and a great kite! I own the HQ KAP 12.0 and 8.0! The quality is impeccable and the kites are reliable and steady! I use my kites for lifting line laundry! Thanks for posting good job! ❤🙂

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thank you! I agree, love the HQ KAP foils!

[@tudibug8260]

love the kite!...

[@EvanReinheimer]

Me too!

[@actioncamera1284]

What determines how high the kite is relative to the angle of the rope? How can you get it higher?

[@larsflieskites]

Finally accumulated enough "pocket money" to buy this one, you are alone are to Blame for my obsession because I binged your videos during a longer sick note :-p

[@EvanReinheimer]

It’s one of my favorites, you’re going to love it! 😜

[@chrispalmer1255]

What size kite should I be looking at to fly a GoPro? I would like to tie it to the tail of my kayak and I think the kapfoils look perfect for that

[@EvanReinheimer]

The KAP Foil 1.6 would be more than enough for a GoPro. You could even use a slightly smaller flow form style kite.

[@chrispalmer1255]

@@EvanReinheimer I am completely new to kites, and have just watched four or five of your videos 😁 and I’m really excited about the possibilities. Ideally, I would have a kite that once I put it up in the air maybe 20 feet above the kayak, I could just kind of leave it. Edit: I will go Google flow form style kites

[@EvanReinheimer]

@@chrispalmer1255​​⁠cool! I’d recommend flying the kite higher than 20 feet before attaching the camera. This will allow the kite to fly normally and be above many low altitude wind disruptions (like trees) and also give you some recovery time if the winds change. I usually fly 75-100’ up before the point I attach the camera to.

[@chrispalmer1255]

@@EvanReinheimer gotcha. Good info… I assumed that the camera had to be mounted under the kite but now it seems the camera can be anywhere along the line?

[@EvanReinheimer]

@@chrispalmer1255 yes. In fact, the further down the line, the better in many ways. It will allow you to keep the kite in the air to attach and detach the camera. Also, the kite will fly much better with the camera down the line. The whole thing will end up being much smoother.

[@DanielDeRudder]

Nice presentation of this kite. For me however I would use a daisy chain knot for the bridle and I would dump the metal hook on the flying line in favor of a lark's head knot to attach the kite to the line.

[@EvanReinheimer]

Daniel De Rudder thank you! Yes, it’s important to point out that there are different methods for attaching the bridle. Both are effective, I like the hook because it’s a little quicker.

[@amycuaresma]

I like the hand over hand reel too.unfortunately here in 2022 the link you posted is no longe available. I would love to find on of these wooden reels.

[@EvanReinheimer]

They have been harder and harder to find. It’s called a “windbreaker” reel. Maybe try searching for that.

[@BIGLENCHO1969]

Awesome very good video

[@EvanReinheimer]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@amycuaresma]

Nice work!

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thank you!

[@amycuaresma]

Please come to Alaska and fly with our crew!

[@EvanReinheimer]

Where in Alaska? I’ve never been.

[@vikramsinghkite4358]

Very Nice kite video

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thank you, Vikram!

[@Aimsport-video]

How does it compare to a Power Sled? And where can one buy?

[@josephasante8996]

Excellent work. How much is it?

[@debbiemarconi]

Kudos to your videographer! Great job! Have you ever lost one other than the one in Hawaii?

[@EvanReinheimer]

Had a few crashes, wrecked a few kites, but I only once had to ditch a kite in a tree and not recover it (the Hawaii one). Unfortunately, it was my most expensive and irreplaceable kite that got stuck there🤦🏻‍♂️

[@danielblanke9427]

Good review.

[@ZiggyRF]

Nice kite, use a larks head knot to secure it to your line though. Get rid of the snap swivel. They can leave you or someone else bloodied up.

[@carlossomarriba4646]

thanks for this video. gotta get me a drone. :)

[@EvanReinheimer]

Carlos Somarriba you’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@amycuaresma]

What are the dimensions of of this I'm looking.to buy a 66" Rainbow Lifter Sled 17 by Skydog Kite, curious if it's similar?

[@EvanReinheimer]

It’s 71” wide by 63”

[@TillerMicroSkiffs]

How much wind have you flown it in? Trying to find one for 25+ mph wind...😮

[@EvanReinheimer]

This one can fly in 25mph wind but it will pull pretty hard. They also make a KAP Foil 1.6 that may be more manageable at higher winds. I have a Paul’s Fishing Kite for very high winds. You can see details on that kite here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWiok2eKdsqEapIsi=ukJwN5GkKezOPjBD

[@luisherlys]

Hi. It seems this Kite is not available anymore, what would be a similar. Thanks

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thanks for the heads up, I will see what I can find. Off the top of my head, try looking for a large Flow Form kite which is basically what this is.

[@JKTCGMV13]

I had no idea the tail actually had a purpose other than aesthetics

[@EvanReinheimer]

Yup! Not only does it look good, it helps the kite fly as well.

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

Great video...👍👍

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thank you 👍

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

​@@EvanReinheimer>>> You're Welcome, Sir.

[@gerhard_daniela]

You use a drone to make this video??

[@EvanReinheimer]

Yes! The aerial video of the kite in the air was taken by a drone.

[@ZanKung.]

Please tell me how to make a parafoil kite

[@jimbob9799]

How is that kite compared to a mega sled 81. In lifting and size

[@EvanReinheimer]

I have not flown the mega sled 81, but looking at the specs, the KAP Foil 3.0 is much smaller.

[@RienkHuizenga]

Hi, nice work. I could not find the link to the hand-over-hand reel. Could you add that please?

[@EvanReinheimer]

Rienk Huizenga Sorry, I accidentally forgot to add the link. Thank you for bringing that to my attention! You can find the reel here: amzn.to/2MOOTY6

[@diky_marzuki1168]

Where did you buy that kite ?

[@EvanReinheimer]

Directly from HQ Kites. They have been in and out of stock recently. Not sure who may have them in stock at the moment.

[@diky_marzuki1168]

@@EvanReinheimer can you halp me to buy .i am interested to buy it.

[@socialdining1496]

Is there plans for this kite, so I can make it my self? ☺️✌🏼️

[@EvanReinheimer]

Not that I personally know of, but you can find plans for flow form style kites in many sizes. They are pretty similar.

[@macfawlty]

I like that you’ve added links to your equipment, but several of them are no longer linking to a specific product or are no longer available. You should probably review all of your video description listings and update the links and products to the most current gear and rigs. I’m a drone pilot primarily, but there are places I’m unable to use a drone due to restrictions and NFZ’s, including all National Parks. I’d love to be able to capture video or at least photos with a kite that I couldn’t get otherwise. I’ve been reviewing all of your KAP videos figuring out how to get started without a whole lot of DIY engineering piecing together a KAP rig.

[@EvanReinheimer]

Thanks for letting me know about the outdated links. I will work on updating them this week, I appreciate the heads up! KAP is a great solution for circumventing drone restrictions and also a fun activity. If you are looking for a KAP rig kit brooxes.com is an excellent resource if you're in the USA. For Europe, kapshop.com is a great place.

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

line laundry?

[@EvanReinheimer]

Inflatables, tails, windsocks , flags and stuff people sometimes attach to the line of a kite.

[@sombatsomsong2195]

มีขายในไทย ไหมครับ

[@EvanReinheimer]

Possibly. You can try contacting HQ Kites through their website to find a distributor in Thailand.

[@sombatsomsong2195]

@@EvanReinheimer ขอบคูณมากครับ ขนาดที่เล่นอยู่นี้สเปก เท่าไรครับ กว้าง ยาว สูง และเชือกเล่นเเบบไหนครับ

[@anzaeria]

Must be great not having to mess with spars.

[@EvanReinheimer]

It has its benefits and drawbacks. One downside is that there is nothing keeping the kite open to the wind other than the wind itself. Therefore if theres a drop in windspeed or a cross breeze collapses the cells, it can be hard to get them to open back up and catch the wind. With a framed kite, you're usually able to pull on the line to keep the kite up.

[@anzaeria]

That is indeed a big drawback. I like with my Levitation Delta how I can pull on the line when the wind drops to get it back up. So what course of action would you take if the wind drops while you're flying the KAP Foil and you see the shape collapsing and the KAP rig begins to fall? I guess you have a back up plan in this type of scenario. @@EvanReinheimer

[@kishascape]

Nobody used those winders because they're for hipsters and attention seekers pretending to be old timey. Useless hunk of wood.

[@EvanReinheimer]

This may be the greatest comment I’ve ever received on a video🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣