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Kitelife Magazine
Issue 69
From the Editor

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As we start heading into the wetter months here in Oregon, I'm looking forward to visiting some warmer climates as the new years rolls around, starting with events in Primm (NV) and South Padre Island (TX) in January... I am proud to say however, that I won't be going it alone any longer as Takako and I tied the knot in beautiful Yachats (OR) on the 14th last month (November), which officially makes Kitelife a full time husband and wife operation, take a look at the "Kites...Life" article in this issue for photos from the wedding and a little background on how we got together.

In between flight training, travel and daily life, we'll be working together to improve and expand the overall offerings here on the web site... Until then, it's time to hunker down here in the Kitelife offices and get some projects tackled that have been in dire need of attention including getting the rest of our magazine archives back online, bolstering the video archives and starting on an in-depth series of video tutorials for all kinds Revolution flying, as well as a few other fun things we've got lined up for the coming year.

As of this publishing, we've already restored Kitelife issues 26, 27 and 27a to our online library... And in all of our issues, you'll now find a "share" link at the bottom of each article which will enable you to share your favorite articles via a post straight to your Facebook page.

Also, we're looking for a someone passionate about dual line kites who is willing to do some article "farming" for us... It shouldn't require a great deal of time, just a matter of keeping your ear to the ground for one or two good articles every two months, covering new design trends, tips and plans, interviews with up and coming pilots, anything that might be of interest to the dual line enthusiasts reading our pages - so if you're game, please contact us by clicking on my name below.

Thanks as always for tuning in, hope to see you on a field somewhere soon!

   Cordially yours,

  
   Editor/Publisher
   Kitelife Magazine

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Kite Columns
Kites... Life.
Kites... Life.
Update on the Editor's new martial status, our ongoing efforts to restore the full online magazine archives, upcoming projects and other general goings on here at Kitelife.

AKA Corner
AKA Corner
As we gear up for 2010, our new AKA President brings us up to speed on some upcoming projects, including digitizing Kiting magazine to to make an archive accessible for online members.

ALT
Dave's World: Rochester, A Personal Point of View
A passionate and thoughtful walk through the AKAGN from a past president's eyes, a couple of trophies this year and another nomination for the annual Edeiken Award, full of surprise.

Dave's World: Flying a Perfect Pilot Parafoil
Dave's World: Flying a Perfect Pilot Parafoil
From the experienced staff at GKPI and an article written by Peter Lynn, learn about the design, dynamics and traits that you should be aware of when selecting a lifter for your display.

News Reel
News Reel
World kite traveler Meg Albers brings us kite-related news from all over the world from Beijing to the Carolinas, University Kiteboarding to anti-flying bans, kiting is everywhere!

Kite Comics
Kite Comics
Each issue, we'll be bringing you two special kite-oriented comics from cartoonist Dan Thompson... We'll be working with him in coming issues to include a full variety of kite styles.

Join the Team
Join the Team
Our staff extends a heartfelt invitation to share your insights, knowledge and delight in kiting with articles, photos, and more, we value contributions from all walks of kiting!

Feature Articles
REVisions: The Zen of Rev Flying
REVisions: The Zen of Rev Flying
After two years in the think tank with well over a year of beta testing and countless prototypes, the new B-Series Zen is now finalized and ready to tackle light wind everywhere!

Outstanding Fields: Îles de la Madeleine
Outstanding Fields: Îles de la Madeleine
Located in Maritime Quebec, Îles de la Madeleine is a veritable kiters paradise... An island with character and perpetual beaches, there is no such thing as a bad wind direction.

ALT
St Elmo's Fire
Another fine article republished from the Kite Lines archives, personal accounts and a little practical science regarding this strange phenomonen which can be potentially dangerous.

12 Days of Kitemas
12 Days of Kitemas
A hard core and thinking about putting a kiting twist on that old holiday favorite, well heck, why not? Witty and tongue-twisting, here's a variation the 12 days of Christmas done kite style!

Holiday Shopping for Kitefliers
Holiday Shopping for Kitefliers
With the internet at your fingertips, kites are just a few clicks away, as well as a treasure trove of kite-related items such as books, themed collectibles and apparel for all ages.

Featured Store: Let's Fly A Kite
Featured Store: Let's Fly A Kite
Each issue, we profile one of our much appreciated and established retail sponsors, gaining a little insight into their store history, owners, managers, and their specialties.

Empty Spaces
Empty Spaces
The kiting community experienced tremendous losses in both the northeast and northwest corners of the United States with the recent passing of Marty Sasaki and Erv Crosby.

Festival Reports
Cape Fear Kite Festival
Cape Fear Kite Festival
This 4th annual event featured all types of kiting, with a special highlight - show kite fliers with hopes of setting a new world record for most large Octopus kites flown at once.

ALT
Lincoln City Fall Festival
When the cat is away indeed, as iQuad takes to the field without their captain for some fantastic times with other incredible kite personalities on the northwest Oregon

SPI Competition
SPI Competition
Locals and guest fliers brought their performances to South Padre Island for a weekend of AKA sport kite competition and general free flying at one of the flying spots in the country.

Kites Over Granbury
Kites Over Granbury
Bringing up the end of the year in style, this event partnered with the Child's Advocacy Center of Hood and Somervell Counties to promote kiting and help Kids In Crisis.

Coming Events
Festival/Comp Schedules
Festival/Comp Schedules
Looking for an event? You can find full club and organization schedules and contact information for kite events all over the country on the web sites listed here.

Windless Kite Festival: Jan 15-18, 2010
Windless Kite Festival: Jan 15-18, 2010
Come to Long Beach, Washington for the annual Windless Kite Festival, celebrating indoor flying with a variety of kite types and a bevy of top performers on MLK weekend in January.

South Padre Island Kite Festival: Jan 30-31, 2010
South Padre Island Kite Festival: Jan 30-31, 2010
Come thaw out in south Texas at the 10th annual SPI Kite Festival, one of the best winter escapes you could hope for, featuring incredible single line displays, iQuad, and more.

ALT
Fort Worden Kitemakers Conference: Mar 19-21, 2010
John Freeman delivers some excellent reasons as to why the annual Fort Worden Kitemakers Conference is not to be missed this spring, novie or veteran, there is something for everyone.

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