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Join host Nic O'Neill and the panel of sport kite fliers as they goes 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.
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Following up the conversation with Kurtis Jones of Wind Wolves Kite Show!!
Kurtis Jones Part 1

Kurtis Jones Part 1

2023-10-1544:16

Kurtis Jones joins us for an introductory interview about him, sport kites and the Wind Wolves Kite team/show. 
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!!!!!!!
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. 
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. 
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. 
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!
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