Wow..thanks for all the support all :-) Here's a few more pics of kites for you.....
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These are calleds bols (pronounced bowls)... they stay tethered to the ground and bounce upon the sand. These particular ones are 12 ft in diameter.
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This is a rainbow sled...this style is known for it's lifting ability, will hold up lots of line laundry ;-) (And no..i don't do my wash at the beach :D )
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The red is a 252-sq ft Flowform Soft Kite(no rods), also known for it's lifting ability. You're viewing it looking thru the center of a Crown (a bols big brother ;-) ) You can get an idea of it's size in comparision to my friend.