Kite Tricks
Backflip (Turtle)
Group 1
Description
The Turtle is a float in which the kite is positioned belly up, nose away, with the lines extending toward the pilot over the trailing edge. The kite must float in this position for at least two seconds. The kite should be oriented nose-up for both entry and exit.
Key Elements
- Clean nose-up entry and exit
- Stability (no pronounced tilt or wobble)
- Held for minimum 2 seconds