Sport Kite Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Join host Nic O'Neill and the panel of sport kite fliers as they go in depth into this simple object that has been a toy, an inspiration, a tool, a hobby, and more for countless people around the world. With interviews of professional kite fliers, designers, and builders discussing everything from the treasured past to the future. Expect to find a little bit of everything. If you are interested in sport kites, this is the place to be. Whether you are just getting started with your first sport kite, or have been flying for decades. There is something for everyone.
A field report from the Sport Kite Camp Hampton Beach. Not quite on the field, more after, but there was some great discussions at the camp and I wanted to capture them here!
Fireside chat recorded live at the 2024 Washington State International Kite Festival with Ron Gibian about how to 'Get Exceptional'. What are some ways and inspiration that we can look to for really elevating our flying. www.Sportkite.org
Fireside chat recorded live at the Washington State International Kite Festival with Colin Wilson of the Canada Sport Kite Team and his journey 'There and Back Again': From newbie to the world stage in a short time.
Video of this talk is on our youtube channel.
Ever wonder what it is like to fly as a professional kite performer everyday and night for a month regardless of the weather? Join us as we kick off the new season chatting with Kiteman Group as they perform at the Boardwalk Nights Show!
To find out more about Worlds Greatest Kiting check them out on Youtube!
Over the weekend Sportkite.org and Kite Forge teamed up to host the first 'Comp and Skillcraft' an event focused on helping flyers get more out of their routines, whether they are a competitor or a performer, or just someone looking to do and get more out of their flying. In this episode we talk about how we figured out the event format and give an example of some of the feedback given to the fliers.
Following after the 'new era' discussion, we gathered a group of more experienced fliers and had them share their thoughts. In this one we discussed some important aspects about finding strength in believing yourself and in balancing the various priorities in your life.
Over the weekend host Nic O'Neill was at an adventure motorcycle rally and had a chance to learn not only a few different techniques for handling a 500 pound bike, but also some insight into how to change up ways of training a for sport kite flying. Sometimes you need to shift gears, sometimes you need a mental shift! RIDE YOUR RIDE!
Following up on the previous conversation with the 'new era' of sport kite fliers, we bring you part 2
A recent conversation in a Sport Kite Facebook group highlighted a common theme that has been happening over the past few years. There is a big difference in the learning and approach of the folks that came up during the heyday of sport kite competition and those that have just taken to flying in the past few years. It's like there are two completely different eras of kiting, and thus two different kinds of understanding and approaches to learning. In this episode we start a conversation with a group of folks that are 'new' to sport kiting. In this episode they share not only who they are, but also what has been a piece of good advice, and a piece of not so good feedback. This is part one of a longer conversation, so stay tuned for more.
Interview with Team Taiwan during the World Kite Cup in Berck-sur-mer France. Taiwan was a new comer to the world kite cup stage and wanted to share some of their insight as first time competitors!
Interview of The Flying Squad representing Team Netherlands - for the Sport Kite Podcast. In this interview they share their thoughts about the World Kite Cup and their history in the sport kite world. http://www.theflyingsquad.org/about-us/the-kites/
This episode can also be found as a video on your youtube channel. USA Sport Kite Team would like to thank the various sponsors and supporters that made this trip possible. There is a lot of work that went into making this happen, and that was only made possible by all of their generous support.
Interview of Team UK - Josh Mitcheson and Harry Neale - for the Sport Kite Podcast. In this interview they share their thoughts about the World Kite Cup and their history in the sport kite world.
Video of this interview is available on our Youtube Channel!
We did a post competition day interview from the banquet hall at the World Kite Cup, and the audio was just so bad that we had to take it down. We didn't want to lose the feelings or the thoughts, so we sat down again and tried to recreate some of that interview and add a bit more.
Final discipline of the competition - team - and daily recap talking wth Brett Marchel the captain of the USA Quad Team. This podcast was recorded at the banquet so there is a lot of background noise we tried to minimize. We will do a more in depth debrief with the teams in a quiter space in the next few days.
quad line pairs from team USA Linzy Abbott and Katrina Bruland share their recap of today's competition
recap of today's dual line pairs competition at the world kite cup....get ready....this episode is recorded in the house with about 20 people!!!!!
A noisy evening in the team USA kite house as we talk about the quad line individual competition with friends from France, Spain and Canada.
Doing today's daily recap with Lam Hoac and Paul de Bakker two of the competitors in today's dual line competition. To see more about the competition check out our home page and click on the world sport kite tab.
it's been travel and demo day for the past 24 hrs for Team USA Sport Kite Team and many others. here is a short recap of the days events.
On the day that Team USA Sport Kite team heads to the world kite cup in Berck-sur-mer, France, we bring to you this interview conducted on the beach at the final training week for most of the team in Long Beach, Washington. While there, Jerry and Marcia Cannon joined the crew to not only support them, but to offer wisdom, guidance, and feedback on the flying. As former world sport kite champions they have a lot of insight to share. Hope you enjoy!
Following up on our conversation with John we talk about some of the important things to learn when you start getting 'serious' about your kite flying. Field etiquette, basic moves and ground work, getting in your reps, and body position, are all things that are worth spending the time on to learn!
With a few decades of kite flying as a competitor and a performer, take it from John Barresi when he says there are some important things to learn when you get started that go above and beyond just learning a new trick. Approach the field right, use the system that is in place, and have the right attitude.... it goes a long way.
John comes back to the Sport Kite Podcast and we discuss World Kite Cup, Competition and more. This is the first part of a longer conversation that we will continue you on in the coming episodes!
Reading from an article in Kiting Magazine and highlighting some of the overlap with the current Team USA, we get a great sense of deja vu!!!
Stephan and Igneborg of Fenix Pair share their story and some of the details about their preparation for the upcoming World Kite Cup in Berck-sur-Mer France at the end of April.
A follow up episode where we meet the other members of Team USA Sport Kite Team and talk to them about the preparations and expectations of the upcoming World Kite Cup in Berck-sur-Mer France.
Welcome to the new season of the Sport Kite Podcast! We are kicking off this season with a chat with the co-captains of the new TEAM USA, Spencer Watson and Paul de Bakker, and about their preparations for the upcoming World Kite Cup in Berck-sur-Mer.
Check out www.watty.us and www.levelonekitesusa.com two of the great sponsors of Team USA!
This is our final episode of the season and of 2023 and we are so happy to end it with the second part of the Interview with Carl Robertshaw. In this one we talk a little bit more about re-inventing competition, the need for mentorship right now, how kite flying can make a person feel relevant, and how kites is able to transcend politics.
We will be taking an extended break as we prepare and catch up for next season and get fully back into the swing of things. See you in the new year!
In this episode we catch up with Carl Robertshaw after he left the Washington State Int'l Kite Festival and headed back home to England. What stood out for him about the various kite festivals, what is inspiring him, and what teams continue to make him think about the future. This interview is broken up into a few different episodes that will be released over the coming weeks.
Finishing up the second half of the interview with Torrey where we talk about past inspiration, what is keeping him active now, and who is inspiring him for the future. Don't forget to listen to the first half!
In this episode host NIc O'Neill sits down with Torrey Lindemann and talks about his history in kite flying and on the sport kite field. While he has a past that spans working with some top brands, and developing friendships with many folks, he is now making waves with his social media channels pushing the joy of kites!
Kurtis Jones joins us for an introductory interview about him, sport kites and the Wind Wolves Kite team/show.
Join us for this post Sport-Kite-Camp chat with Michel Gagnon where we talk a little bit more about his history and start to dive deep into Team Flying. This is the part 2 of a longer conversation.
Join us for this post Sport-Kite-Camp chat with Michel Gagnon where we talk a little bit more about his history and start to dive deep into Team Flying. This is the first part of a longer conversation.
Michel Gagnon brought his passion for not only dual line team flying, but in getting folks 'on the line' when it comes to team to the Sport Kite Camp at WSIKF. In this talk he goes over some the basics that will help you if you are thinking about starting a dual line team, or wondering if you are able to join one that already exists... by the way, the answer to both of those questions is a resounding YES, DO IT!!!!!!!
Carl Robertshaw has an extensive history of working together collaboratively in a team. From flying with one of the elite sport kite teams, to working at the Super Bowl, and to a multi day interactive community art piece called the Hatchling that is a dragon born in the city that grows and eventually takes flight. Each team brings a unique environment with learnings that can be brought back to the kite field.
Paul de Bakker shares his insight into how to get the most out of a piece of music, regardless of your skill level, when it comes to sport kite flying. Whether you are doing it just for yourself, for competition, or for a performance, there is something you can gain from getting a better understanding of choreography. You can find the workbook handed out along with this talk on our homepage. Just look for sportkite camp, and then fireside chats.
Spencer Watson shares his views about how he approaches Spatial Awareness, not only the awareness of the space you are flying in, but also your body and the space you are taking up.
Just a Quick update as we run around and pack and get ready for mini Sport Kite Camp at WSIKF! Stay tuned here and to our facebook page for live updates!
This interview was recorded earlier this year, and is a perfect follow up to the previous episode about 'finding our way back'. In this interview I sit down and chat with well known kite designer Scott Hampton and discuss the creative spark and motivation. This is relevant to all kite fliers, designers, performers, etc..... This is part 1 of the discussion.
Well, life hit pretty hard and kept us from posting as much as we wanted, but we are back with some great content planned. But first, lets do a little update of what has happened and what is to come.
Using this bumper episode to share some of the great things going on in the sport kite world, including 2 Sport Kite Camps in the US this year! We are working on making a few more happen, find out more at sportkite.org
This episode is a continuation of the conversation with Paul de Bakker, Mario di Lucca and Spencer Watson. In this one we talk about not only the difference of some of the big kite events out there, but also the difference in approach of a 'top flier'. Do you, and should you have a different mindset when it comes to being an invited flier versus showing up to a fun fly?
Hunter Brown and Paul de Bakker discuss the past of the widely successful boutique sport kite brand Focus Kites, and about what is in store for the future.
More about dealing with anxiety and performance prep from some of the fliers at the South Padre Island Kite Festival Indoor Show. In this episode we do a small roundtable discussion with Paul de Bakker, Spencer Watson, and Mario di Lucca.
In this episode we talk with a few of the performers at the South Padre Island Kite Festival Indoor show and ask a question that several of you the listeners have sent in. How to deal with anxiety when it comes to a competition or a performance.
Stay tuned for part 2 of this episode!
Finishing up the second half of the interview with Andy Preston, Co-host and podcast regular Hunter Brown asks Andy for some insight on the future of the sport kite world.
Kicking off our return to a new season of the sport kite podcast with the first of a 2 episode interview of a true legend, Andy Preston!
Alright.....I am sharing some emotions I am going through right now, and why things have been a little chaotic. In talking with others, I was reminded that these emotions aren't unique to me, so wanted to share here.
Nic O'Neill talks about the Prism Synthesis, upcoming events, and the end of an era in this bonus episode for those of you not spending these great weather days on social media!!!
This episode is for those that are looking to take their sport kite flying to a bit more of a professional level, and want to gain sponsorships for what they do. Some food for thought tho before you run out there and ask people for gear or money.
pause this week, with double episode next week!!!!
host Nic O'Neill is busy at a sports convention in Las Vegas Nevada for the week, so will catch up next week. :)
In this episode host Nic O'Neill sits down with several sport kite fliers at the Sport Kite Camp and discusses the idea of a new kite competition format. This may be the way of the future competition... if we can maybe do it with out the road flares, unicorns, and pitchforks.... or maybe we keep those. All comments and feedback welcome to info@sportkite.org
Big news this week from Prism Kites in honor of their 30 years in the sport Kite world!!!! a new high end limited edition collectible kite hits the market as a labor of love born during the pandemic.
in this episode Nic closes out the Sport kite Camp recap, shares some of the feedback and conversations including touching base on an overarching organization supporting the community, and the problems with sponsorships.
A recap of the first day and a half of the inaugural sport kite camp, we have the weather, the dog staking, the team flying, and other people's kites!!!
This weeks episode host Nic O'Neill talks about something near and dear to her heart with creating and fostering the 'virtual kite field' and fostering growth in our sport. Also, a short article on how the Wright brothers were actually quadline sport kite fliers!!!
Nic O'Neill and Paul de Bakker are in a beach cottage talking about kite parts and their uses. Listen in to hear more about Ferrules, Bridles, frames, and sail design....oh and Sport Kite Camp!
In this episode host Nic O'Neill share an article about the beginnings of the team that is arguably the founding fathers of the sport: Top of The Line, and shares some thoughts on what we can learn from them today.
Have you had a hard time with the motivation to fly? here is the personal approach of Nic O'Neill to finding motivation again.
Welcome to Season 3 of the Sport Kite podcast! We kick off this season with some new music, a bit of an update, and a group Q&A session with the usual cast plus two folks that called in with questions! This is the first part of the Q&A, and we will have more coming up soon!
Rounding out the end of Women's History month is an interview with the 'Kite Shop Lady' Cassie Shook of Flying Smiles Kites. She has been in the kite industry for a while, not only as a flier, but from a business side. She brings a big overview perspective to sport kite flying and shares her viewpoints from the side of the field, on the field, and supplying the field.
After this episode we will be on break for a few weeks before starting Season 3!
This is the final portion of the chat with the women of Sport Kite roundtable. There is some great insight from different parts of the globe, different ages, and different styles of flying.
In this episode we continue on with the group chat of women on the Sport Kite Field. This portion of the conversation includes more of an international view. The group shares some of the differences that they have encountered between the needs of men and women on the sport kite field when it comes to movement and equipment.
In Honor of Women's History month here in the United States, Host Nic O'Neill gathered a few of the women of the sport kite field together to talk about some of the hard questions. First off, why don't we see more women on the sport kite field?!!?!?!?
Following up with the second half of the conversation with Brett Marchel of Team Kite Life.... and other things. Don't forget to check out the first half of the interview in Episode 44!!!
Following hot on the heels of the interview with Team Kite Life, host Nic O'Neill sits down with one of the team members and talks about his meteoric rise in the kite world. Brett Marchel is an exceptional photographer, connoisseur of ice cream, and passionate kite flier... among other things.
So happy to get a chance to sit down with the 2022 Team Kitelife members at the South Padre Island Kite Festival earlier this month. We hardly had time to get down to the nitty gritty, more on that in another episode, but here is some insight into what it takes to make a great team work.
Brett and Bonnie Volland head a really cool after school kite club at their local middle school! They teach kids not only how to fly, but also good sportsmanship, and to be good stewards on and off the kite field! If you would like to support their team you can reach them at blvolland@gmail.com or at info@sportkite.org
on the frozen road somewhere near San Antonio Texas on the way to the South Padre Island Kite Festival, host Nic O'Neill and Paul de Bakker talk about some sport kite things.... and nothing. :)
This week on the one year anniversary of the Sport Kite Podcast publishing episodes, Cast member Hunter Brown flips the script and interviews host Nic O'Neill during a recent kite festival trip where we found ourselves trapped in doors by 40mph winds and rain! You can always reach members of the podcast at info@sportkite.org
Continuing on with a previous conversation, Zach Gordon, Hunter Brown, Paul de Bakker, Devin Cobleigh-Morrison, John McCracken and Spencer Watson answer a few questions about the kites that changed their lives.
Do you have a ritual when it comes to flying? Be it to get your gear ready the same way, or to get your mind ready for what you are about to do? In this episode Paul de Bakker, Zach Gordon, Hunter Brown, Devin Cobleigh Morrison, Spencer Watson discuss some flying rituals they have.
So if cornhole and disc golf have a clear objective..... what is the objective of flying sport kites? Join the group as we discuss what we might be able to learn from looking at other sports.
What is the best line length to learn on and is there really a difference when it comes to frames between fiberglass or carbon fiber? Check it out in this next installment of the group chat answering listener submitted questions!!
In this episode we get some of the guys back to have a round table chat about a listener submitted question. When it comes to combo trick flying, how do you work on linking tricks together?
Host Nic O'Neill is on the road this month, and winter is coming. Does a little bit of cold weather stop all sport kite flying? Nope! Here are a few quick tips on how to take care of yourself when flying in the cold, and answering a few short questions about if your gear can handle the cold.
Winds are a shifting, and while most of us Sport Kite fliers are hunkering down for the holidays hoping to find some new kites in holiday packages, there are still a few things happening out in the kite world. This weeks episode we do a little recap of some of the goings on. Video Contest, Change of Name and definitions, Trick Challenge Videos, and sport kite games to protest climate change!?!?!?!?
Rounding out the last bit of the interview with JB is something that every quad line flier should, or probably wants to know about: LEADERS!!!!!
Get ready for part 2 of the interview with John Barresi. In this one we talk a little bit more about the philosophy of flying, some history, and some good stuff. So pull up a chair, sit back, and enjoy the conversation.
Starting off season 2 with part one of an interview with John Barresi of Kitelife.com and Kite Forge! Check him out kitelife.com, johnbarresi.com, kiteforge.com. You can also find him on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and Vimeo.
Hey Everyone taking a short break for a few weeks while we focus on some things on the home front. Look for more episodes in the very near future!
While at the Washington State International Kite Festival, host Nic O'Neill had a chance to sit down with TWO amazing guys that are known for flying multiple kites at one time. First up is Patrick Reibold who flies 3 Dual line kites at one time. Then a chat with Spence Watson who flies two Quad Line kites at one time. It is worth noting that these are not stacks or kites in a 'train'. These two guys have really mastered the craft of flying several kites at once!!
Fresh off the beach from WSIKF host Nic O'Neill gives a personal anecdote of fixing a disparity between the left and right side with something as simple as a sharp turn. This is a short episode for other beginners out there. Stay tuned for more interviews and recaps from the sport kite field at WSIKF.
In this episode host Nic O'Neill sits down with Lindsey Wisdom Johnson of Northern Lights for Kites and Phantom Star Kites. When a friend approached him with an idea for changing up the way that sport kite fliers light their kites for night flying, Lindsey created a new solution using his experience and knowledge with 3D printing, design, LED's, and a dash of 'magic'. What sets these lights apart from others? Well, let's just say that you the kite is the centerpiece, not the light. Find out more in this weeks episode.
Check out Northern Lights for Kites on Facebook or contact him via: nlforkites@gmail.com
Wondering what someone means when they say a kite has good speed control, or that you as a flier are heavy handed? Or what about if things are soft, or aggressive? There are so many words used to describe the feeling of the kite, that sometimes it can be a little daunting for the uninitiated. In this episode host Nic O'Neill sits down with Paul de Bakker and discusses a few of the listener submitted terms and phrases used to describe either a kite or a kite flier.
Knowing what the four building blocks of every thing you do with a sport kite, can really help you get in tune with what your doing, and help you build your own training plan for advancing your technique.
- Speed/Timing 2. Distance/Body Mechanics 3. Inputs 4. Placement
This week we are on a road trip meeting with fellow kite fliers and kite enthusiasts. Along the way, I stopped in Eureka, California to meet up with a new sport kite flier that just picked up sport kites right before the pandemic. Jimmie Nord of the Humboldt Kiters.
I want to progress but I am not sure where to start. I am feeling a little lost while looking for teachers, training plans, or others to help out. Not sure where to get started, or even how to go about it?!?!?! These are all questions and thoughts that a lot of the solo sport kite fliers out there have. So in this weeks episode I go over how I am approaching my own training plan. It is a version of one that I use in another sport, and it may work for you as well.
In this episode I answer a question from a listener on whether or not you can fly a dual line sport kite and a quad line sport kite at the same time as an individual, pair, or in a team. Short answer.... Yes, but think about playing to the strengths of both instead of trying to make them the same.
In this episode I sit down with Scott Weider for the second part of a two part chat about kites. For those that do not know of him, or his history… well, let’s just say that any introduction I try to do would no where do it justice. He is someone with decades of experience on the sport kite field in his competition years and his time on the big stages around the world.
A side note before we get started. I recorded this on the beach, so at times there is some wind noise. Also this is rather raw discussion without editing, and maybe a few curse words here and there. This is just what it is like to sit and chat and listen to two friends hanging out between some kite flying. So, wherever you are, imagine yourself sitting on a big open beach, the sun on your face, a warm wind blowing up the beach, and you are just hanging out with some of your friends.
In this episode I sit down with Scott Weider for the first part of a two part chat about kites. For those that do not know of him, or his history… well, let’s just say that any introduction I try to do would no where do it justice. He is someone with decades of experience on the sport kite field in his competition years and his time on the big stages around the world.
A side note before we get started. I recorded this on the beach, so at times there is some wind noise. Also this is rather raw discussion without editing, and maybe a few curse words here and there. This is just what it is like to sit and chat and listen to two friends hanging out between some kite flying. So, wherever you are, imagine yourself sitting on a big open beach, the sun on your face, a warm wind blowing up the beach, and you are just hanging out with some of your friends.
In this episode host Nic O'Neill sits down with two folks that have been a part of the Sportkite podcast that have just announced they are launching their own boutique high end sport kite brand, Canvas Kite Designs. We get to know more about their efforts, their intentions, and what spurred them to branch out on their own.
Find out more about Canvas Kite Designs on Facebook!
This week we answer a question from a listener on how to get started with flying multiple kites at one time. Not to be confused with flying 'stacked kites' which we will get into in a later episode. Hope you enjoy this intro into multiple kite flying, and to find out more and to see some of the inspiration for this, google Ray Bethell. The man.. .the myth... the legend, and a whole lot of ' Good Stuff' when it comes to multi kite flying.
Last weeks episode disappeared!!! Oh no!! We will have to re-record that one, and in the mean time here is a short episode about some of what is ahead in 2021, from whether or not there is Sport Kite Competition, new boutique builders, new kite models, and training clinics! This may be news you have already heard, or have heard parts of it, or maybe something new!
Stay tuned to next week for a return to a more in depth episode, and hopefully a re-recording of last weeks episode on handles/straps/bars.
If you are a beginner, this is an episode for you!! If you are not, this is a great episode to recommend to someone that is just getting into sport kite flying. Why? because in this episode, Nic O'Neill answers 5 of the most frequently asked questions from a beginners perspective.
- What if my lines are twisted or crossed?
- I broke a rod, can I just duct tape it? Or I broke a line can i just tie it together?
- I tried flying but the kite keeps spinning to one side and falling out of the sky…
- The kite wing folds in and it just collapses... help!!!
- Where do I attach a tail?
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Kite lines are usually the last thing people think about, and one of the first things they complain about. Lines can make or break your flying experience, and they can turn a good kite into a poor flying one. There are many factors that go into line making and line selection, and knowing the differences between the various options can help you get the most out of your kite.
What is the difference between nylon, cotton, kevlar, and Spectra? Are there benefits to one over the other? Check it out in this weeks episode where host Nic O'Neill unravels the basics of lines.
In this episode Nic O'Neill sits down with Paul de Bakker, a frequent guest on the Sportkite Podcast and not only an avid kite flier and designer, but in his professional life he is a composites engineer for Goodwinds.com. He dives into the nitty gritty about the differences between the kinds of spars you might find in a sport kite (specifically carbon fiber and fiberglass). The same technology and techniques used to make your kite flexible or rigid, are the same used to make the landing gear for the Ingenuity Helicopter on Mars!! (Yep, he designed and made those too). This is just the start to better understanding the materials that go into sport kites. Hope you enjoy!
If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite.
In this episode I recap some of the great points, questions, and comments that were shared in the sport kite fliers virtual chat we had just this last week. If you are interested in watching the whole two and a half hour chat, hop on over to sportkite.org and click on the ‘videos’ tab and find the way to the video called ‘kite fliers chat for April 2021’. We are hoping to have a few more of these and make them available for everyone to join. Make sure to follow us on Facebook and on the website to find out when the next one is scheduled.
If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. You can find us also on Facebook and we would love to hear what you think, whether you agree or disagree with what we are saying, or maybe want to add something
In this episode Nic O'Neill talks with Paul de Bakker about the importance of your feet and legs when it comes to sport kite flying. Whether you are interested in trick flying, or just refining your control of the kite, your legs are often times the most overlooked tool in your toolbox.
This podcast is a part of the website sportkite.org a growing resource for sport kite fliers and enthusiasts. It is all volunteer run and updated. If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. You can find us also on Facebook and we would love to hear what you think, whether you agree or disagree with what we are saying, or maybe want to add something
Welcome everyone to episode TEN of the Sport Kite Podcast. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening. If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. This podcast is a part of the website sportkite.org a growing resource for sport kite fliers and enthusiasts. It is all volunteer run and updated, so every little bit helps. You can find us also on Facebook and we would love to hear what you think, whether you agree or disagree with what we are saying, or maybe want to add something
In this episode I talk about the website and why started this podcast. Why there seemed to be a need for it, and a call for your questions and expertise!
Welcome everyone to this episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening. If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. This podcast is a part of the website sportkite.org a growing resource for sport kite fliers and enthusiasts. It is all volunteer run and updated, so every little bit helps. You can find us also on Facebook and we would love to hear what you think, whether you agree or disagree with what we are saying, or maybe want to add something
In this episode we rejoin Devin Cobleigh Morrison, Zach Gordon, Hunter Brown, Spencer Watson and Paul de Bakker, all with varying levels of experience in flying and designing. We discuss how different elements of sport kite design influences your flying, your style, your progression, and more.
Welcome everyone to this episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening. If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. This podcast is a part of the website sportkite.org a growing resource for sport kite fliers and enthusiasts. It is all volunteer run and updated, so every little bit helps. You can find us also on Facebook and we would love to hear what you think, whether you agree or disagree with what we are saying, or maybe want to add something
In this episode I venture out solo to talk about something that I think is fun and awesome, and sometimes the hardcore sport kite fliers shun and shy away from, and that is…. Tails. I figured this was a good time to get into a discussion about pulling tail, what tails do, and why tails can be a super fun.
Welcome everyone to this episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening. If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. This podcast is a part of the website sportkite.org a growing resource for sport kite fliers and enthusiasts. It is all volunteer run and updated, so every little bit helps. You can find us also on Facebook and we would love to hear what you think, whether you agree or disagree with what we are saying, or maybe want to add something
In this episode we continue with Part 2 of the old school vs new school conversation with Paul de Bakker, Hunter Brown, Zach Gordon, Devin Cobleigh Morrison and Spencer Watson.
Thank you for listening to this episode of the sport kite podcast. We hope to be bringing you something new every week! Like next week we will be doing another episode for just the beginners out there with more tips, tricks, and talk of some of the fundamentals.
Don’t forget to find sportkite.org on Facebook and give it a like and follow, and check out the website sportkite.org and watch this resource grow! If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear from you, you can reach us at info@sportkite.org or drop us a line on Facebook. By the way, if you like what you have heard here and would like to see it continue, consider becoming a supporter. Go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. Thank you for listening…. Till next time!
Welcome everyone to this episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening. A big Thank you to George, Nic, Erin, and Allen for supporting the podcast. If you are interested in supporting the podcast go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. This podcast is a part of the website sportkite.org a growing resource for sport kite fliers and enthusiasts. It is all volunteer run and updated. You can find us also on Facebook and we would love to hear what you think, if you disagree with what we are saying, want to add something
In this episode I talk with Paul de Bakker, Hunter Brown, Devin Cobleigh-Morrison, Zach Gordon and Spencer Watson about new school vs old school tricks. How do we define it, is there a clear definition? Does it really matter? You may notice that my microphone has a few issues when I am moderating the conversation. Thankfully the guys deliver with some great viewpoints and thoughts and the conversation just moves right along!
Let’s get started.
Welcome everyone to the fifth episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening.
In this episode we are taking a little bit of a break from the group discussion, and I am going to take a moment to dive into some basics of sport kite flying. If you are a super experienced flier, this might not be the episode for you, or maybe you will hear something and it might encourage you to share your thoughts. As always, we would love to hear from you, whether you agree, disagree, or find yourself talking back at the podcast like we are in the room with you. Find us on facebook under sportkite.org. Or, you can always shoot us an email at info@sportkite.org
By the way, if you like what you have heard here and would like to see it continue, consider becoming a supporter. Go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite.
Welcome everyone to the fourth episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening.
This is the last part of our initial four part conversation talking about sport kite flying and progression, and in this one Paul de Bakker, Hunter Brown, John McCracken, Devin Cobleigh Morrison and Zach Gordon delve into imagining what a new sport kite competition would look like. Devin kicks it off with some insight into perhaps why sport kite competition has declined in popularity over the last decade. Zach breaks down what would make or break competition regarding spectators. Hunter, as the guy who never competed, suggests real time scoring and drama are critical. Paul adds some historical perspective from Tricks Party style format. I then chime in with some of my experience training for an ultra trail race. John then guides the conversation into some of the infrastructure changes he sees are needed. Ultimately, we all agree that the future ahead may come from events like a Sport Kite Camp. Free form, free flowing, exchanging of thoughts.
Don’t forget to find sportkite.org on Facebook and give it a like and follow, and check out the website sportkite.org and watch this resource grow! If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear from you, you can reach us at info@sportkite.org or drop us a line on
Facebook. By the way, if you like what you have heard here and would like to see it continue, consider becoming a supporter. Go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. Thank you for listening…. Till next time!
Welcome everyone to the third episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening.
In this episode Paul de Bakker, Hunter Brown, John McCracken, Devin Cobleigh-Morrison and Zach Gordon talk about if competition is necessary for learning how to fly Sport Kites. John kicks it off with some insight into a personal approach to competition Zach adds that competition is perhaps the easiest way to engage with other fliers. Devin gives us some insight into how facing intimidation and vulnerability is a part of the learning process. For Paul competition helps deal with discipline and adaptation. Perhaps there is something to learn from our approach to competition, and how it may change our progression as kite fliers. Let’s get started
Don’t forget to find sportkite.org on Facebook and give it a like and follow, and check out the website sportkite.org and watch this resource grow! If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear from you, you can reach us at info@sportkite.org or drop us a line on Facebook. By the way, if you like what you have heard here and would like to see it continue, consider becoming a supporter. Go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. Thank you for listening…. Till next time!
Welcome everyone to the Second episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening.
In this Second episode the crew of Paul de Bakker, Hunter Brown, John McCracken, Devin Cobleigh Morrison and Zach Gordon discuss if there is a best way or right way to learn how to fly sport kites. Zach kicks it off with some basic tips that will help everyone. Devin then gives insight on the general learning process. Paul points out advantages to playing and experimenting. John adds some great insight into the styles of learning and Hunter touches on how equipment and time is important.
Don’t forget to find sportkite.org on Facebook and give it a like and follow, and check out the website sportkite.org and watch this resource grow! If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear from you, you can reach us at info@sportkite.org or drop us a line on Facebook. By the way, if you like what you have heard here and would like to see it continue, consider becoming a supporter. Go to buymeacoffee.com/sportkite. Thank you for listening…. Till next time!
Welcome everyone to the first episode of the Sport Kite Podcast where we will be talking about any and all things sport kite related. Over the next episodes we hope to talk about everything from how to set up your first sport kite, to more advanced stuff like how to tweak your trick flying, and kind of a little bit of everything in between. I am your host, Nic O’Neill, founder of sportkite.org, and I wanted to thank you for tuning in and listening.
In this first episode we get to meet the other members of the sport kite podcast, and then jump right in to perhaps the most important question when it comes to sport Kites, and that is what is a sport kite. If you would like to know more about the folks on the podcast, head on over to sportkite.org and click on the podcast link. I hope you enjoy, and would love to hear what you think!
Thank you for listening to this introductory episode for the sport kite podcast. We hope to be bringing you something new every week! Like next week you can found out what the crew thinks is the best way to learn how to fly sport kites. Don’t forget to find sportkite.org on Facebook and give it a like and follow, and check out the website sportkite.org and watch this resource grow! If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear from you, you can reach us at info@sportkite.org or drop us a line on Facebook. Till next time!