Martyjuggles Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Ok so i know there's been lots of posts lately from people, especially in the northern US states and Canada about huge snowfall, sub-zero temps and temperatures too cold to even think about flying. . . . However for those of you who consistently get seriously sub-zero temperatures and who can't resist the opportunity to have a play, get yourselves some bubble mix and have a go at this. . . . http://www.skipweasel.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk...ce%20giant.html wow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linekahuna Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JynxKites Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Sure... Just what I need... First I go out, on our cul de Sac, and try flying my kite at 1am... now I should go out and blow bubbles in the freezing cold? That would certainly set the net for me... the neighbors already avoid me! But, the pics were beautiful... who'd think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobodyspecial Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Flying in freezing temp's isn't to bad, you just have to dress right, and I wouldn't suggest any high wind days. Also high impact landings should be avoided. I do like the bubbles, kind of neat even if they only last a few seconds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stone in Shoe Bob Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Very cool! NO, Very Cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrm07 Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 NO,Very Cold. How cold? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Choccy Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 wow! Ice cool Marty, really beautiful pictures.... you've inspired me to try.... "but how" I hear you cry in only -7 degrees C in mild Britain ? Well you get an order in from the New Forest Patisserie. The desserts when delivered come packed in dry ice (great fun) I just need a bottle of bubble solution Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyjuggles Posted January 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Ice cool Marty, really beautiful pictures.... you've inspired me to try.... "but how" I hear you cry in only -7 degrees C in mild Britain ? Well you get an order in from the New Forest Patisserie. The desserts when delivered come packed in dry ice (great fun) I just need a bottle of bubbles well in that case choccy, you may want to try this chemistry experiment: http://chemistry.about.com/cs/howtos/a/aa012004.htm x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcom714 Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 I agree with Danny. it's all about the layering. On the other hand, there is a point of diminishing returns where the amount of breeze is directly proportionate to the increased wind chill. I guess it all depends on yur threshold for pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartman Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Those bubbles do not even compare to the beauty of a -40C/-54C windchill snotsicle you get here in the cold! I'll spare you the photos. Bart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyjuggles Posted January 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Those bubbles do not even compare to the beauty of a -40C/-54C windchill snotsicle you get here in the cold!I'll spare you the photos. Bart well surely you could blow a frozen snot bubble then?! - Bart the challenge is on!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartman Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 I don't think I'd want to or see a photo either! Bart well surely you could blow a frozen snot bubble then?! - Bart the challenge is on!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobw Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 I agree with Danny. it's all about the layering.On the other hand, there is a point of diminishing returns where the amount of breeze is directly proportionate to the increased wind chill. I guess it all depends on yur threshold for pain. Ahh, but one beautiful thing about kiting is that your back is to the wind. Ahhhh..... At least my face doesn't get sandblasted when I'm flying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauranyyfan Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 That's so totally cool!!! I will have to try that.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antman Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 its never to cold to fly .. we all know that from thos days at keansburg and liberty. as long as sammy brings that tea you can last all day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big bri Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Im forever blowing bubbles........ Kewl Marty,Your Kids got onea them machines did they. BRIAN... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitecowboy Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 its never to cold to fly .. we all know that from thos days at keansburg and liberty. as long as sammy brings that tea you can last all day is this true? my "B" gets very "brittle" at about -40 i was wondering if anyone has ever damaged a sail and ifso how cold was it? I'm very careful not to land hard or bump into stuff. I dont think warranty would cover. Cowboy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartman Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 When were you out in -40 flying? Bart is this true? my "B" gets very "brittle" at about -40 i was wondering if anyone has ever damaged a sail and ifso how cold was it? I'm very careful not to land hard or bump into stuff. I dont think warranty would cover.Cowboy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitecowboy Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 it was new years day or the day after i forget and maybe it was only -37 i set up my vented and my "b" but not enuff breeze for the vent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartman Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 Okay, -37. Stop exaggerating and saying it was -40. Geez. Bart it was new years day or the day after i forget and maybe it was only -37 i set up my vented and my "b" but not enuff breeze for the vent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnmitchell Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 This should warm you up and blow you up and blow us away! San Diego forecast for Saturday 10 January 2009: Sunny. Areas of blowing dust. Highs 72 to 77. Winds east 20 to 30 mph. Gusts to 50 mph in the morning. San Diego forecast for Sunday 11 January 2009: Sunny. Areas of blowing dust. Highs 79 to 84 in the western valleys to 75 to 80 near the foothills. Winds northeast 15 to 25 mph. Gusts to 50 mph...becoming 45 mph in the afternoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stone in Shoe Bob Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 Okay, -37. Stop exaggerating and saying it was -40. Geez. Bart My Mum often used to say of my Dad, "He never spoils a good story b telling the truth". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiteslinger Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 central Calif. temps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitecowboy Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 centralCalif. temps. those are some beautiful pics, and kites too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck3 Posted January 11, 2009 Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 Its never too cold to fly, as long as there is wind, were flying... Just bundle up, thats all really... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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