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Retail Question by Cheri W - Dear Mighty Kite, I would like to inquire on buying mighty kite's to sell in our area. I bought mine from a gal selling them outside some shops in Monterey. I have been just recently flying them here at the park and several people have asked me about them. I am located in Washington State. On the border with Idaho in the Lewiston, Clarkston area. It is the gateway to Hells Gate Cannon. Looking forward to hearing from you. Cheri W

Answer by Charmel - The Mighty Kite Lady

Dear Cheri W,
Thank you for your interest in Mighty Kite. It is very interesting, isn't it, that people just come up to you and ask you about your Mighty Kite. That is what makes them so easy to sell. I would be happy to get you set up.
Where are you located? Do you currently have a business license and resale license? This is needed in order to get the wholesale pricing. Let me know how I can help you.

All the Best, Charmel - The Mighty Kite Lady

First Flight Problem Question by William W. - I flew my first mighty kite yesterday. Following the instructions, I added the extra tails because it was blowing 15-20 mph. The kite flew easily, dancing around in the breeze. But then it started doing clockwise loops and went to the ground. I got it up again, just pulling it over the sandy beach till it caught a breeze. It did not seem to rise much no matter how much string I let out. I tried straightening the keel to avoid the descending loop pattern, but that did not work. Any ideas? Did it not rise much because of the extra tails? Also, I tried to peel the scotch tape off the tails but it was stuck too well to peel. Should I cut off the taped areas or just cut the tape, leaving the bit of tape on the tails? Are there any further flying instruction hints? William W

Answer by Charmel - The Mighty Kite Lady

Dear William,
Thank you for writing to us. Congratulations on your FIRST FLIGHT!
15-20 mph winds are still within the range of the MKs (Mighty Kites) flying with the first set of tails. The extra set of tails is recommended for above 15-20 mph and up winds. But it is not law. Most of us usually keep 2 MKs, one with the first set of tails for easy winds from 3 or 5 up to the 15-20 mph and a second MK double tailed set for higher winds above 15-20 mph. That way we never have to remove the second set of tails (cheating). Although, I sometimes just pull out the double tails because it is longer and has more color, as long as there is a good steady wind going.

If you only have one MK, and if you have already added the second set of tails, I would recommend just cutting the second set off, at the taped area. Then placing a piece of scotch tape on the ends of the first set, so the next time you want to add the second set, you can just tape them to the taped ends of the MKs first set. Easier to pull the scotch tape off of a piece of scotch tape, then off of the MKs paper tails. LOL

As far as the kite making loops...... just put a crease in the strings triangular tab that connects to the kite body. You only need to make that crease once, the first time you take the MK out of the package, since the tab is laying flat against the MKs body, it will cause the MK to fly in a loop. Kind of like the shorter leg affect that causes a person to walk in a circle, if you know what I mean.

As far as the MKs flying on a better rise.....that has more to do with the up-draft in the wind. Some winds are straight, making the kite fly out at an angle more in front of you. When the wind has an up-draft, the MK will fly higher, more vertical above you. You will find the MK going up and then down, because it gets caught in the higher and lower currents at different times. Often you can catch the next higher current of wind, by gently pulling on the MKs string, for it will catch the next higher current, if the current is close enough to the last one. Just keep flying your MK until you learn the different winds and how the currents work. You'll see what I am talking about. You'll soon become expert at knowing which winds will make the kite go higher and which ones will pull the kite out just right for doing tricks with your MK. Let me know if this answers your questions and how your next flight goes.

Happy Flying, The Mighty Kite Lady

Canadian Shipping - Question by Geoff Hello Mighty Kite, I picked up a Mighty Kite in Baltimore, and it has provided my family with hours of fun. I want to order a four-pack online, but first I need to know how much the shipping cost would be to Canada, postal code A1A 2Y9. The only shipping option that would work would be USPS, because UPS charges extortionist brokerage fees. Thanks, Geoff

Answer by Charmel - The Mighty Kite Lady

To all our Canadian Friends loving the Mighty Kite…Yes, We ship to Canada. Although the price varies…You can choose regular mail or priority shipping. Here is what you should do if you are from CANADA. Always email or call us…tell us which pack you would like to get and your mailing address info. We will email you the total (including the shipping price). If you want to order, you email back "Yep, I can't live with out my Mighty Kite". Then we will send a Money Request for that amount.

Happy Flying, The Mighty Kite Lady

2021 - ADD ON NOTE - We ship around the world. Just note that due to the current world drama, it may take a while to get there.

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