Delta construction

General IntroductionOverviewA word about graphics Introduction to Delta KitesThinking Delta KitesDesign philosophiesThe evolution of my own designsIn summary What is a delta?What is a kite?The interactive kiteWhat is a Delta Kite?in order to fly...Light wind kitesWhat deltas are not......deltas are not stunters (and vice-versa)Airfoils and liftKites vs. stunters Delta History Construction Details Making a Standard DeltaDan Leigh Standard DeltaBefore you beginConstruction stepsTesting Basic Delta Types Delta wing types Clipped Wing Delta Extended Keel Delta Design featuresFlex-StopPop FinShifter FinSymmetryWhy wing spars have to match Pop Fin Shifter fins Flex-StopFin for spreader Battened DeltasThe Batten PhaseEarly battened deltasMore early battened deltasMy favorite batten designBattens on a Clipper Large KitesA few of my biggest kites16 to 20 footers16" x 106° deltas14'4" x 106° deltas12 to 14 footersTyphoonBig Clipper From Table to AirFrom the Workshop to the AirInside the workshopOn the workshop table...Off the table and into the air...Testing... Dead EndsMore Experimental DeadendsBoxes Spreader Off-ClearanceMeasuring the Spreader Drop Nose Angles vs Sweep BackNose Angles Current and Future Projects Note on the Use of Wood Tunnel Keel PlanThe Tunnel KeelDelta-Conyne/delta-pilotSparring up Towing Point Chart Towing Point Bryant & BrownScientific Kite Design Customizing the TrooperShortening Spreaders for Strong WindTrooper historyStrong breeze performanceMeasuring the spreader dropAdjustable spreader fit An alternative: a flexible spreader Note about trailing edges

Flying

Kite Control and Over-flying A Typical FlightOverflying Tips for Light Wind FlyingWhat if the kite stalls in a dead zone?Flying line Choosing Line Wind Force Formula Long Launch PhotosSkyhook FlightA launch sequence in a very light wind Photos (duplicate?) Inserting Spreaders Wind Speed Table Zero Wind Flying Other Things to Do with DeltasHang them up indoorsExperiment with different framesCustom spreadersSending things up the lineLights at night; kite fishingLifting radio antennaeLifting cameras Flying (pdf)Pre-flight checksFlyingKite control summaryTypical assembly

Buying a kite from Dan

Choosing Deltas Ordering Information How to PayTermsPayments Getting Started with the Kite Deltas by Type Into the Wind Special Whirlwinds: Carbon Whirlwind and Light Whirlwind Shipping MapAreas or regions subject to surcharges CatalogDan Leigh delta kite design and craftKites grouped by wing spars Delta Kites by Wind Speeds Delivery Information 1:25,000 Scale Map Line Notes Dan Leigh delta kitesdelta kite designs Current ColorsCurrent colors Custom trooper spreaders

Delta accessories

Light 6cm Carabiner Clips Sturdy 7cm Carabiner Clips Knots Alick PearsonReels Crane Interlock SwivelsCrane Swivels with Interlock Snap Links Line ReleasesLine Releases Crane Swivels with Crosslock Snap LinksCrane Swivels with Crosslock Snap Links Adjustable Clips for Rings SnapAway Linkages Reels, Winders, and SpoolsReels, Winders, and SpoolsA word about knotsWinders and spoolsDeep sky reelsBeyond bicycle hubs Coastlock Ball-Bearing SwivelsStainless Steel Coastlock Ball-Bearing Swivels Custom Swivels with Snap LinksCustom Swivel and Snap-Link Combinations
for 55lb flying line
RingboomsEasy & Safe Ringbooms Line, Swivel Clips, Winders & Spools Combination SnapAway Digital Aerial Camera Rig Hoop Spools Yo-yo Spools SnapAway Linkages Clips on Kites Adjustable Clips Custom Swivel with Duolock Snap LinkDuolock Snap Links on Heavy Duty Swivels

uncategoried

BackgroundHow I was introduced to kites Table of ContentsHand-made delta kites by Dan & Bev LeighAbout these delta kitesHow to choose deltasFlying deltas Aerial Photography Kite TrainsKAP Resources, Apparatus and ParaphernaliaWokipi - another way to photograph the World by Aerial PhotographyKevin FlynnVicente PiornoThe K TeamGrant & Elaine Golding New Single Kite Altitude Record!The only one that really counts ConyneThe original Conyne kite References and LinksLinksNASALocal Round PondLONDON Why Fly Kites?Why fly kites?Medical issues/the pros and consKites and stress reduction Letters from nurses who use kites to lessen stressLetter 1Letter 2 More on Bird KitesMore Round Pond (Kensington Gardens, London) Bird KitesMy attempts at bird kites Dan Leigh delta kite designsdelta kite designs

Falcon training

Introduction to Kite TrainingThe following is based on an article written for issue number 30 of
"The Austringer" (1998)
David ScarbroughPreliminary Note: Bird ScaringBird Scaring Conditioning Peregrines as High-Flying Gamehawks Technical Aspects of Kiting for FalconryTECHNICAL ASPECTS of KITING for FALCONRYEQUIPMENTWEATHER Matt GageA report from Matt Gage Falconers Knot (pdf) Introduction to Kite TrainingIntroduction Lure your Falcon UpLure your Falcon "Up" Gerry Plant's Setup Training FalconsKite Training of Falcons Stooping to Conquer To Kite or Not to KiteTo Kite or Not to Kite?