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Windstar KitesofGreater Pittsburgh North
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Windstar KitesofGreater Pittsburgh North
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Jim Rowlands established Inflight kites in 1992, and since
then his product range has expanded. He has a reputation
for innovative design, combined with high quality
manufacturing, and has become one of the leading
UK based designers of soft foils and inflatable sculptures.
Below are his most popular designs.
***** SITE MAP & LINKS PAGE! *****
Jim Rowlands, single line featured kites:
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Only available in the U.S. through Windstar Kites... Loads of fun... TheClown is an wonderful kite to fly! Fly on 250# -500# line |
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ORIGINAL 8' "Le Frog", Jim Rowlands most successful product was nominated as best new kite for 1996 by members of KTAI. Just tug on the line and watch it jump! Although it can be staked off or pole flown, this fun kite is great to be hand flown, and is sought out by collectors. New sizes made under license by Premier. See below...
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Premier "Le Frog" Jim Rowlands' famous LeFrog is now under license and being produced by Premier Kites. 7.1 meter Frog: 23' |
"Le MEGA Frog"
Was available in the US only through Windstar Kites!
Please note: There are only two Mega Le Frogs in the world, and no more to be produced!
Wind range: 9-20 mph / Fabric:Carrington Ripstop Nylon
"Mega Frog Fly at DPI 2002"
(click images to enlarge)
Notice the addition of a blue Midi LeFrog!
To see a feature article from the "Wind Warrior"
that details the Mega Frog's maiden flight click HERE!
And to see photos of the Mega Frog Fly at "DPI 2001" Visit Photo Page #12
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The "Whale", it swims in the wind, as you hang onto the line. First introduced in 1993, this oceanic creature has been very popular with kite enthusiasts. Recently redesigned, improving it's flying characteristics, the Whale is based on the design published in "Kites and Windsocks" by Jim Rowlands and was previously licensed to Martin Lester. Get your very own Whale to play with in the sky, and have a whale of a time! Whale size: 2' x 8' Fabric: Chikara ripstop / Wind range: 10-25 mph Call or e-mail about availability* |
Jim Rowlands, fun & power foils:
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Introduced in 2000, Jet "2.0", " 2.8"& "3.6" "Jet 2.8" Price: $215.00 "Jet 3.6" Price: Call or e-mail about availability*
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Wide flying window: Jet 2.0 approx. 160 degrees Jet 2.8 & 3.6 approx. 150 degrees |
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Turns on it's own axis. |
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High Power per sail size ratio. |
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All Jets can be self launched with practice & expertise |
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No Collapse: Jets will not normally collapse. Should they deflate slightly, recovery is easy. |
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Windstar Kites of Greater Pittsburgh North
203 Ridgeway Drive
Baden, PA 15005-2423, USA
Phone (724) 869-4488
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