Beginning to trick my kite....

I am now working on developing the basic repetoire of tricks. I am now in Switzerland on the shores of Lac Leman, and the wind is minimal most days. I have been flying my Prism Flashlight, but I have the feeling that it's not a great beginner trick kite, although it flies exceptionally well if it has only a hint of wind. I can do a basic stop or stall in most winds and in most locations in the wind window. However, I find the axel with this kite still a bit difficult, as it doesn't rotate very quickly, and on short lines this is a problem.

What is so fascinating for me is how all-encompassing such an activity can be. I have passed as much as 4 hours without realizing it, making me late where I would have otherwise been punctual. I haven't had a hobby that was this demanding of my attention. In many ways, this could be detrimental to my career in science. If only I would have started when Andy Wardley did....