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1. What are some simple kites that a beginner can fly?
   Parafoil kites are excellent choices for beginners. Similar to parachutes, parafoils are constructed without sticks and use the wind to inflate their shape. Because of their strutless design, parafoil kites require no assembly, can be stored in compact space, and, best of all , have no sticks to break! Parafoils also fly in a very wide wind range. Premier Kites is the leader in Parafoil design and manufacturing. We have been manufacturing parafoils for over twenty years. Parafoil 2's, 3.5's or 5's are excellent for beginners. Another great choice, as its name suggests, is the Easy Flyer. The Easy Flyer is based on the very stable delta design with added tails for even greater ease of flight. They come in a wide variety of designs and are packaged with flying line and winder. Other great beginner choices include 56 in. Deltas, 30 ft. Dragons, Box Deltas, and Shark Kites.

2. I would like a kite that can do tricks. What's a good beginner stunt kite?
   Stunt Kites, which are also called sport kites, are flown with two or more lines. The extra lines allow the flier to precisely steer the kite around the sky. Two-line Sport Kites are a great way for the novice to start. Premier Kites offers the broadest line of beginner Sport Kites in the industry. For an 8-year old and up, the Cyclone offers the best in simplicity, durability, and ease of control. A youngster of this age will need some help launching and re-launching the kite, but should be able to master flying in about a half-hour. For someone a little older who wants something faster and sportier, the Zoomer, Vision, or SR2 make excellent beginner choices.

3. Do your kites come complete with line?
   All Sport Kites and almost all of our single-line kites come fully equipped with everything you need to fly right out of the bag. If line is not included, our catalog will indicate the recommended line for optimum flying. Premier Kites proudly offers an extensive variety of line and handles that include line as light as 10 lb test for mini-kites and as heavy as 1,200 lb test for flying giants!

4. Where should I fly my kite?
   Find a field or large open space free from obstacles such as trees, buildings and power lines. As you scope out your flying field, imagine the wind to be a large river of moving water. Just as water creates dangerous eddies and whirlpools as it flows over rocks, wind flowing over trees, lines, houses and other obstacles creates undesirable turbulence for successful kite flying. Also try to make sure your field is as large as possible. If the field is in an urban or suburban setting, an area of about two soccer fields is good. At the beach, less room is needed because the wind is usually coming off the ocean or nearby coastal plains. Finally, A field upon a plateau is always better than an open space in a valley surrounded by trees.

5. What is the best way to launch my single-line kite?
   The secret to easy kite launching is to make sure you have plenty of kite line unwound before you pull the kite up into the air. This will require a friend to hold the kite while you unroll your line. Let out about 50-100 ft of line and make sure your friend is pointing the kite's nose upward. Most importantly, make sure the wind is at your back and the kite is directly downwind. When you are ready and can feel a good breeze, start pulling the line in quickly in a hand-over-hand fashion. The kite should immediately begin to rise. As the kite catches the wind and begins to stabilize, let out more line. Most single-line kites tend to fly best well above surface turbulence, usually requiring at least 200-300 feet of line.

6. What is the best way to launch my dual-line sport kite?
   Included in all of Premier's sport kites are comprehensive flight instructions. Although flying sport kites is relatively easy, you should read your instructions completely before flying. Here is one important tip which is often overlooked by beginners: Make sure you completely unwind your lines before you launch, and make sure your two lines are of the same length. If your lines are not equal, refer to the instructions to learn how to adjust them.

7. Sometimes my kite does not seem to climb. How can I get it to gain more altitude?
   In general, kite flying should be an easy, leisurely activity. With the proper wind conditions, single-line kites will fly up into the air right out of your hand with very little effort. When a kite does not seem to climb, it is probably because the wind is too light. Check your instructions for optimum wind conditions. Most single-line kites need at least 5-8 mph of wind to fly. For beginner stunt kite pilots, about 12 mph of wind is best for learning.

8. Are there any safety considerations when flying kites?
   Yes! Absolutely never fly your kite near power lines or in stormy weather. Never use electrically conductive line to fly your kite. Do not fly your kite over crowds of pedestrians. Never fly your kite near airports or busy streets. Keep in mind that the kite line, especially on a sport kite, can move through the air at high speeds and can cause severe injury. Make sure you read all safely labels on your kite and in the instructions. Have fun, but fly sensibly and safely!