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HQ HYDRA 300 Trainer Kite Package complete with Instructional DVD
Amphibious Water - Relaunchable 3-line Traction - Trainer
This Kite is NEW and Complete with everything you need to get out there and Fly.
Kite
Control Bar
Safety Kite Leash
3 Flying Lines
Shoulder Carry Pack
HQ Instructional Manual
FREE Instructional DVD ( Regular priced at $29.00 )
FREE Shipping to anywhere within the US, ( AK, PR, HI included! )
DVD:
We include a DVD called "The Way to Fly" because its the best out there for helping first time kiters to learn the basics needed to progression on to other kite sports. The dvd was done by Chris Moore, who is an Instructor-Trainer, ( The Instructor of the instructors! ). Another popular dvd called "progressions beginner" is also good, but leaves out all of the needed fundamentals that we feel are essential to anyone who is starting at the beginning.
KITE SIZE
When shopping for your first kite , Trainer Kite, its important to know the "True Size of the kite you're buying. The majority of the Trainer kites have a name that you would think is the kites size, but in many cases its just a name. The kite is called the Hydra 300. The 300 refers to the wingspan in cm's. The "True Size" is 2.6m ( square meters ).
Kites with a True size of approximately 2.5m to 3.5 are what we refer to as Traction-Trainers because they overlap 2 catagories. Trainer kites ( 1.5 to 3.5 ) and Traction kites ( 2.5 and larger ).
Trainer kites are kites that are small enough to use by 1st time kiters. Traction kites are kites that can PULL! 2.5 to 3.5 are perfect since they have the pull but also small enough to use for learning. A 4m kite is NOT a trainer because its too large, falling outside of the trainer catagory.
Most Trainer kites are designed only for use on land. The Hydra is a unique trainer because its amphibious! Use on land just like any other trainer, or take it to the water.
NOTE: When you seen someone "kiteboarding" on the water, in most cases they are use a kite in the 9m to 13m range. ( some as large as 17m, ). A small 2.5 , 3, or 3.5 is too small for "kiteboarding" , but perfect for use as a trainer. Trainers range in price from $150 to $350. Inflatable Kiteboarding specific kites average around $1,000. Just the bar and lines along on the full size kite average over $300! If you are searching ebay for your 1st kite, you're in the right place!
The most popular size trainer kites are the 300's like this one. The choice for most people is 2-line, 3-line, 3-line- Amphibious, or 4-line
Most choice the 3-line, like the "HQ Rush 300-PRO". ( $218.49 ) The Hydra 300 shown here is the water relaunchable version of the Rush Pro.
2-line kites are "ok" and an option if a 3-line kite is not within your budget or if shopping for a much smaller 2m.
2-LINE , 3-LINE, or 4-LINE ?
If you're on a super tight budget, 2-line is the cheapest. 4 lines are the common on 4m , 5m , and larger kites. For your 1st Kite or for a kite under 4m, 3-line is the BEST! You get the "reverse relaunching" feature that is available with 4 lines, with a price and simplicity that closer to a 2-line model. The best of both worlds.
HANDLES or CONTROL BAR?
Handles are the cheapest, and perfect for a stunt kite. For traction kites, Trainers, and for Board sports a Control bar is what you want!
SAFETY
Be sure your new kite included a Safety Kite LEASH
SELLER:
Thats us! We've been flying, teaching, and selling kites since the year 2000. Over 9 years of kite experience!
SUPPORT:
We're NOT just here to sell kites. More importantly we're here to help You to Learn and Progress your kite skills. It doesn;t matter if you just want an outrageously fun kite to play with on the beach or you are training to move into Kiteboarding / Kiteskimming / Or Kite Land-boarding. We're only an email or phone call away, and always happy to answer your questions. Before the your kite arrive, or months after.
We're passionate about kiteSports and be warned, you'll soon be addicted a well! : )
PRICE:
Out "Buy is now" price is probably the lowest you'll find once you look at all that we include. Sure... It's very possible that another seller may come along and try to offer you a lower price but we doubt it! The Manufacturer , HQ, has very strict rules about the advertised selling price of their kites.
And....
Once you factor in our OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE and SUPPORT, there is now one that even comes close!
SHIPPING:
We normally ship via UPS ground, but reserve the right to ship via USPS Postal Priority. In either case, you'll pay the same thing. Zero! : ) Shipping to East Coat address is 1-3 days Central States 3-4 days, and Pacific States average 5-6 days. ( Business days ).
In most cases, expect your kite to arrive via UPS. So please provide up with a physical street address.
Buyers with Military APO and AFO addresses. ... No problem! UPS does not deliver to APO / AFO box addresses, so for military addresses we'll ship those via postal.
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FEEDBACK:
Our ebay rating is 100% Positive and we work hard to keep it that way. If there is anything thing we can do, or anything issues that arise, No worries. Just contact us, and we'll get it figured it together.
COMMUNICATION:
We check our email frequently, and we're always happy to answer your questions.
GREAT KITE
GREAT DVD
GREAT PRICE
FREE SHIPPING
OUTSTANDING SERVICE and SUPPORT
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The below Youtube is a video version of the Trainer Kite Users Manual. Its excellent and worth watching!
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The ONLY regret we ever hear from customers is " I should have started kite flying ( kiteboarding ) years ago! "
Manufacturers Description
Hydra - Trainer on the Water
Over 70 % of the earth`s surface is covered by water – now you can train on it.
HQ–Powerkites proudly introduces the Hydra, the world`s first and only water relaunchable trainer-foil.
Extremely stable and easy to fly, this closed cell ram–air foil has no bladders to inflate or replace, yet it floats on water.
A third line provides the safety system and the ability to reverse launch, making it perfect for use with absolute beginners.
The Hydra flies great in low winds and generates plenty of pull for bodydrags when the wind is strong.
Ready to fly out of the bag
Lines are already attached
Closed cell system provides water relaunchability
Easy to relaunch in any position with third line system
Safety System Included
Internal drainage system with dirt-outs
Stitched Dyneema bridle for strength
Kitemare-Kiteboarding Comments
We think the Hydra is Brilliant!
For people live near the water but have very limited nearby open land space. The Hydra open the opportunity to practice your kite skills without concern for crashing your trainer in the water.
In one word " Options!" The hydra gives you more option on where and how you fly. On land, or in the water, on the beach, sitting in a raft or kayak, on a landboard, on a skimboard, or in a field.
Hydra = Versatility and Options.
We agree that the Hydra is an excellent kite, but the important thing is to select the trainer that best for YOU and your situation.
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Questions and answers about this item
Q: Does 300 stand for 3M, it is not clear what the size of the kite is? Thanks, LD
A: Hi Louis, Excellent Question. In this case the 300 represents 300 cm's tip to tip. The "True size" in square meters "m" on the HQ Hydra 300 is 2.6m
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