Lauranyyfan Posted December 17, 2009 Report Share Posted December 17, 2009 Thankyou for that Lauraglad you like them Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ... and to you, as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remco de Beijer Posted December 29, 2009 Report Share Posted December 29, 2009 I Received a pair of red handles a while ago , they are great . All my Revs are in red/black , the color matches perfectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzeb Posted March 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2010 Just thought I would share this,just back from the anodisers this is the latest addition to my handle collection will I ever find them if i fly on grass and put them down ! ! ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
play365 Posted March 4, 2010 Report Share Posted March 4, 2010 (edited) Just thought I would share this,just back from the anodisers this is the latest addition to my handle collection will I ever find them if i fly on grass and put them down ! ! ! Now i know someone that has a thing for Green even bought a Green car to match his kites ....Me I just luv my Purple ones...oh and the Blue...the red anit bad ....as for Gold well Edited March 4, 2010 by play365 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andelscott Posted March 4, 2010 Report Share Posted March 4, 2010 Now i know someone that has a thing for Green even bought a Green car to match his kites ....Me I just luv my Purple ones...oh and the Blue...the red anit bad ....as for Gold well Go on Gary, you know you want a set in green for one of those warm beaches that you and the rest of TFS frequent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andelscott Posted March 4, 2010 Report Share Posted March 4, 2010 (edited) Just thought I would share this,just back from the anodisers this is the latest addition to my handle collection will I ever find them if i fly on grass and put them down ! ! ! Nice one Baz - so you can do separate port (red) and starboard (green) handle sets now - maybe that would reduce the number of "no, the other right!" calls heard on the field... Edited March 4, 2010 by andelscott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kfonnesbeck Posted April 10, 2010 Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 Just thought I would share this,just back from the anodisers this is the latest addition to my handle collection will I ever find them if i fly on grass and put them down ! ! ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kfonnesbeck Posted April 10, 2010 Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 Baz: Thinking I'd like to try making some handle sets like yours. Did you use Gr. 6061 aluminum rod or something else, and how did you "handle" the polishing and anodizing? I can come by the handle stock fairly easily but will need to take the rod sections to an anodizing company to do for me, and I'm curious what to tell them to do. Is bending the rods after anodizing a bad idea? Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks, Like2Fly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzeb Posted April 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 (edited) Baz: Thinking I'd like to try making some handle sets like yours. Did you use Gr. 6061 aluminum rod or something else, and how did you "handle" the polishing and anodizing? I can come by the handle stock fairly easily but will need to take the rod sections to an anodizing company to do for me, and I'm curious what to tell them to do. Is bending the rods after anodizing a bad idea? Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks, Like2Fly Hi Liketofly In England we have T6 6082 3/8" diameter rod the polishing was done on a bench grinder with polishing mops and soaps anodising was done professionally - to preserve the shine they were anodised with a one minute etch - this doesnt eat into the aluminium too much and keeps the shine the rods were machined and bent,then drilled,polished and finally anodised - I wouldnt recommend bending AFTER anodising I hope this is of help good winds to you Baz Edited April 10, 2010 by BAZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepster Posted April 11, 2010 Report Share Posted April 11, 2010 Now if you could only source some green foam....Stealth no snag Handles ... Chris Too bad this stuff is EVA ... but, the stealth idea is there! Cheers, Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzeb Posted April 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2010 Too bad this stuff is EVA ... but, the stealth idea is there! Cheers, Tom Hi Tom that looks like fishing rod grip - i would imagine it should be ok for rev handles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepster Posted April 12, 2010 Report Share Posted April 12, 2010 Hi Tom that looks like fishing rod grip - i would imagine it should be ok for rev handles Yep, Mooseskin makes the green camo in EVA. I've tried several different colors of EVA and found most colors to be too slippery and too hard for my liking. The lighter colors were a little softer, but still too slippery for me. However, my son loves his EVA grips, so go figure. Hyplon is more to my liking ... no slip and a "just right" softness. However, John B. complained that mine were too soft ... once again, go figure. Cheers, Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiteland Posted September 22, 2010 Report Share Posted September 22, 2010 Somehow fitting that my first post here should be a thank you but a big to Baz on these handles. Has a set for a week or so now - they feel really good in the hand and very light to use. Also no snags Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMHAINES Posted January 28, 2011 Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 hi please can you tell me how much this cost and if you do them as 11" not 13" all the best stephen Just thought I would share with you my now complete set of ultra no snag handles starting from mirror polished to purple,blue,gold and red anodised all have a groove modification for the leaders to sit in making the line flush with the handle (all credit to Gary of The Flying Squad for the groove suggestion) Baz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzeb Posted January 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 hi please can you tell me how much this cost and if you do them as 11" not 13" all the best stephen PM sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitefantex Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 I made some handles using 3/8 aluminum rod. After cutting to lenght I rounded off the ends and drilled angled holes for the tails. Put the handle on with a small dab of contaqct cement. Knot one end of the tail and thread thru the hole then take a 3/8 (.375) vinyl end cap, melt a hole for the tail. Slide the cover onto the tail and on to the rod. Bend to shape. Tie your adjustment knots on the tails The grips I got at Jans Net Craft in Maumee, Ohio. I paid $1.99 each at the store. They have the same feeling as REV handles. On line they are $1.85 plus shipping. http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/eva-foregrips/280177.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitefantex Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 If the link won't work try http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/ or google jan net craft. Click on rod building then handles then EVA Foam grips then fore grips and I used the 4 1/2 grips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marti1980 Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 today i received my new ultra handles, and i am very happy with them!!! Baz: you did a great job! Marc: thanks for playing intermediar! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMHAINES Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 BAZ thanks for the ultra handles had them sometime now and they are great to use stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted May 23, 2011 Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 I just received my set of Baz handles and they are absolutely fantastic! One thing I can't get over is how lightweight these handles are. It's a major improvement over the standard handles for the weight alone, let alone the excellent snag resistance. It really adds to the overall sensitivity and feeling of the kite on the lines. Love it! Anyone contemplating these... do it! You won't regret it. I used Laser Pro Gold 100# bridle line to make the leaders on mine, and it seems just the right diameter for grooves, too... perfectly flush. Thanks Baz for taking the time to craft these beauties! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwmf Posted May 23, 2011 Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 Oddly enough, I prefer heavier handles ... guess I'm weird I actually use my Rev no-snag handles (the ones Walt makes for Rev) for my indoor rev and WAY prefer the more solid feel of the handle when compared to the feather weight of the indoor handles. I need a set of no-snags for my B2 and as yet, Rev don't make any ... so hitting up Baz for a custom set may still be on the cards (along with an indoor set) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazlarsen Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 I have been using the Baz no snag handles for a couple of years now and love em.My new set are a tad heavier as they have titanium inserts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted May 28, 2011 Report Share Posted May 28, 2011 I too prefer heavier handles, probably because that is what I have always used, but I have treated myself to a pair of No snag handles from Baz and have to say they are terrific, especially when the wind is light and you need a bit more "feel" plus he was able to do them with Purple foams that matched my new purple Rev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heino Posted September 25, 2012 Report Share Posted September 25, 2012 is it still possible to get a get of them some there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theresa Posted September 26, 2012 Report Share Posted September 26, 2012 is it still possible to get a get of them some there Yes, the Revolution Authorized Pro No Snag Handles are available and in stock! http://www.thekiteshoppe.com/products/Revolution-JB-Pro-No-Snag-Handles-13%22.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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