Excited about the prospect of learning this new sport, I eagerly placed an order in for my first training kite. I did a lot of homework and wanted to invest in a kite that not only use to practice, but that is large enough to possibly use in the winter with my snowboard. See The Zen of Snowkiting.
After reading a few reviews and user comments, I decided on the HQ Scout II 3M kite. Larger than the Rush, this trainer kite included a 3rd safety line that can also be used for reverse
launching. The bar also includes a harness hook.I placed the order in through a company called Kitemare, a misnomer, because I had a great experience with them. They notified me of my order and delivered promptly.
I received the kite in time to take it for its maiden flight on our trip to Asbury Park.
After about and hour of trying to figure out how to connect the lines to the bridles (did I mention that I left the field manual at home) I was able to properly connect and launch it for the first time.
As you can see, I need a lot of work in controlling and properly landing the kite. I don't recommend using the side of a building to bring down your kite.
All in all, it was a great experience.
