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 | NASA: Beginner's Guide to Kites: An amazing amount of information on kites, including software with which to study the physics and math which describe the flight of a kite.
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  | Kites : A book for both the beginning kite flyer/maker and for those with more experience. Includes types of kites, how to launch and fly them, materials, methods and many plans for kites. From basic diamond-shaped kite to deltas to dragons (long-tailed) to box kites to fighting kites to stunt kites to multi-celled "snowflake" and parafoil kites, it has enough to keep a kite-flyer busy for many years.
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  | Kites: Flying Skills and Techniques, from Basic Toys to Sport Kites : Kites is a complete guide to kiting -- from flying a paper kite at the park to para-kiting on a lake or ocean. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book features detailed descriptions of kites and equipment, step-by-step photographs in full color, basic skills-setup, launch, maneuvers, and landing, safety guidelines and much more. |
  | Prism Quantum Stunt Kite : The ultimate choice for first-time pilots, the Quantum's 7-foot wingspan is big enough for serious pull and excitement and extra-stable to make learning a snap. Pilots who start with the Quantum get hooked on kiting fast and never look back. Its impressive full-sized wing is engineered from ripstop nylon and Mylar laminates with Kevlar reinforcements for a long life. In a breeze it'll pull hard enough for a real adrenaline rush. A built-in shock absorber in the tail handles the harshest unplanned landings and lets you hand your kite to beginners with confidence. |
  | Stake Line Winder, 50# x 500 ft. : 500 feet of 50 lb test nylon line with an attached swivel for easy kite attachment. |