Arrowhead Stunter              (B)            $
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Colin Douthwaite  May 1993

Manufacturer:     Seagull Kites (manufactured in New Zealand) 
Material:     Sail:  Dilon ripstop
Spars:  Fiberglass
Wind Range:     6-15mph         (2.7-7.2 m/s) 
Span:     3'3"            ( 100 cm )
Height:     2'              ( 60 cm  )
Type:     delta

Review: 

"It may be classed by the manufacturer as a Beginner's Stunter, but 
self-launching this kite is definitely not for beginners.  A beginner 
needs a launching assistant, then it becomes easy. The pointed base of 
the arrowhead makes self-launching tricky.  

With more experience, self-launching out of the hands is the most 
effective method. I use 4" diameter plastic halo spools to hold the 
line for this purpose. As the wind catches the kite it is only 
necessary to let the two reels spin on your hands when the kite pulls 
out the lines. A little correction between the lines, as they feed 
out, is all that's necessary to make the kite fly straight and rise.  
I have now discarded all other launch methods.  

This little kite really flies like an arrow and matches its name, 
Arrowhead Stunter. Tracking is clean and precise. The kite has a very 
satisfying clean appearance during all aspects of flight.  Response is 
good, particularly to push turns. In a wide wind envelope it is a 
delight to fly and observe. Flown on 200 foot lines it will do 6 or 8 
tight consecutive loops between highest position and ground level. It 
performs best at maximum line lengths ( in my opinion ). Beginners 
like the kite because it much prefers to fly than to crash. However, 
it is not a dreamer's kite, needing your full attention whilst it is 
airborne. It provides interest-holding performance and likes to be 
working and on the move.  I doubt that a beginner would ever neglect 
this kite even after graduating to super kites. The Arrowhead would 
still get a fair share of flying time. Light and robust. First class 
workmanship and materials. Good and lasting value."- Colin Douthwaite 
(May 1993)