Typical Construction Details

(Some details vary from size-to-size and from one design to another)

• All frame ends are encased in heavy reinforcement (8 places)
• Where required, extra reinforcing layers in leading edge sleeves prevent stretch along bias of fabric
• Fin is attached with stitching loaded in shear for maximum strength
• Double- or triple-stitched doublers (or hems) carry loads along fin edges, creating a web, rather than over-stressing and distorting the fin fabric - fins stay flat, true and aerodynamically functional
• Extended keels balance high aspect ratio wings - weathercocking dives are prevented by extending fins at both ends

Sleeve stitching detail

• Spreader pocket tapes wrap around both sides of wing spars for even pull on leading edges
• Dual-function stitching reinforces spreader pocket area and serves to guide wing spars through narrow gap (larger custom kites)

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