Fractured Axel

irishextreme · Wed Jan 25, 2006 7:34 pm

Someone on the flexifoil forums mentioned there were a couple of Irish stunt kite fliers on this forum some where.
Im in Cork myself,plenty of beaches within 20 km's.
I fly stunt,delta stunt,foils duel and single line and a few other bits and pieces.
The kite community is growing due too people taking it up as a stepping stone too kite surfing or land/buggy flying.
Get in touch if you are from Cork or Ireland or visit regulary.
Thanks
Sean. :cool:

Steve Porter · Wed Jan 25, 2006 8:22 pm

Hey Sean Glad to see you made it over from Flexifart's website!

Like I say theres Big Davey, his missus the lovely Jo, a guy called keith and myself from the North who meet occasionally for a fly about.

Down your direction is Bastiaan in Kilkenny who flies like a mad thing and will adopt you as his new toy if you aint carefull. (only Kidding B)

I usually visit Dingle a couple of times a year and as I said elsewhere I'll give you a heads up if I am down that way.

Welcome to FA!

irishextreme · Wed Jan 25, 2006 11:02 pm

So it was you Steve that sent me in this direction.I thank you very much.Killkenny is a fair bit from me,but I go to the skatepark there from time too time and bring the kites with me for a fly on the way back at Tramore.
Is there any good kite shops up your area ?
I'm on the lookout for something new too fly,either a light wind stunter or a really good persision kite.

Bastiaan · Thu Jan 26, 2006 8:33 am

I normally fly at Tramore beach when powerkiting, for trick flying I stay at home, I have a farm so plenty of grass around to fly on. I study at UCC so sometimes we could meet at a beach near you.
B.
(steve can't fly for toffee by the way).

irishextreme · Thu Jan 26, 2006 7:26 pm

Hello to you Bastiaan,Tramore is quiet good too fly at.I usually fly at Inchadonny in West Cork,and sometimes at Garrylucas also in West Cork.
Towards the East I go too Garryvoe or maybe Redbarn in Youghal.
I fly powerkites also.
You can usually find me onhttp://www.windpoweredireland.com They have a forum there and stuff or http://www.boards.ie I could be in any forum at boards,there are lots,I use wideangle as my username for the above.Hope to fly with ye when the days get longer in April.

aphelps · Mon Jan 30, 2006 10:45 pm

Hi guys, having been in Dublin over the weekend I have to admit that I am quite keen to go back. Do you know if it is possible to fly in Phoenix Park or not?

Bastiaan · Tue Jan 31, 2006 8:03 am

You can although the wind is very distorted, you would be better of going either to the beach or south of Dublin towards the Wicklow mountains, some stunning sites there.

Steve Porter · Tue Jan 31, 2006 12:37 pm

Mr Phelps you werent at the Bauhaus gig last weekend by any chance?

Bastiaan did you get the new kite yet? Would you like another ZIG?

aphelps · Wed Feb 01, 2006 12:36 am

Mr Phelps you werent at the Bauhaus gig last weekend by any chance?

Nope, just the Guiness Storehouse etc.
:beer:

Bastiaan · Wed Feb 01, 2006 8:59 am

I have another zig if you have spare ones, preferably something in the 3 meter range, or a transfer. I will be in Portadown next saturday, will phone you to make arrangements for your next lesson.
B.

Steve Porter · Wed Feb 01, 2006 10:18 am

B I may be in Donegal on Sat but if you are deffo calling my way I'll stay home just for you babes. If you want another Zig I'll order it up for you just let me know what colour you'd like and if you want lines/handles etc.

Ogre · Wed Feb 01, 2006 12:20 pm

I flew in the Galtee mountains a few years ago. The peace and quiet was stunning. Nobody for miles, just me and my kite - bliss

aphelps · Mon Feb 06, 2006 7:43 am

If you want another Zig I'll order it up for you

Steve Porter · Mon Feb 06, 2006 9:21 am

Zig is the little brother to the Yoz. Both are foils made by Gingliders.com and are top quality.

Mr Gin kinda likes me so I can get my hands on these babies most of the time if anyone expresses an interest.

Not that I ever expect to find you flying Foils Mr Phelps.

aphelps · Mon Feb 06, 2006 9:25 am

Hmm. I dunno. I am going to be purchasing a big foil at some point this year. I had not heard of this manufacturer. Thanks for the tip....

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