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Tuning Tips (Orbit)

Tuning Tips (Orbit)

You can tune the Orbit for different wind conditions and can also turn faster or slower depending on how far you move the loop from the marks on the bridle. Most Sport or Delta Kites are tuned in this way.

Make sure you adjust both sides of the bridle the same amount.

Figure 1: Tuing your Orbit

Loosen the loops and slide them up by 2mm so the silver mark is just visible under the loop. This will make the Orbit turn slower and pull less in strong wind. This is also the recommended setting for light wind.

This is the standard setting for most wind conditions. The Orbit will have medium turn and not pull too hard.

Loosen the loops and slide them down by 2mm so the silver mark is just visible above the loop. This will make the Orbit turn very quickly and have a strong pull. This is not a recommended setting for beginners as the kite becomes very responsive and has the maximum amount of pressure on the sail and frame.

Orbit Stacking Tips

You can stack two Orbits together to get twice the pull. Cut 5 lengths of 70kg line to 100cm. Melt the ends to stop them fraying and tie the lines between the two kites using the figure-of-8 knot illustrated. Attach the 5 lines to the same points that the bridles are tied to.

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