by JimHinckley | Mar 15, 2023 | kite accessories, Kites |
Tale of The Kite Herbert Sunbury, the main character in an obscure story entitled The Kite written by William Somerset Maugham, is an intriguing and complex character. In this entrancing tale about the complexities of human nature, Herbert lives a life completely...
by JimHinckley | Jan 24, 2023 | art supplies, Featured, kite accessories, Kites |
Adventure Planning Begins at the Raid at Dieppe, France holds a unique place in the history of WWII. Originally conceived as Operation Rudder, the raid was supposed to accomplish several key objectives. As originally planned the raid would involve 5,000 British,...
by JimHinckley | Aug 24, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites, Windsock |
Simple Pleasures of flying a kite is great fun on a windy day. It’s also very relaxing. So ditch those video games, get off the couch, and get yourself one of many of our great kites.  Choose from a vast selection of stunt, diamond and delta kites.” Simple...
by JimHinckley | Jul 28, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites |
Dark Day In California and a deeply divided America there is one thing that we can all agree on. The COVID 19 pandemic changed everything. Politics, education, business, travel and even shopping were transformed. And there is a very real possibility that nothing will...
by JimHinckley | Apr 21, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites |
These are stressful times. That may be stating the obvious. But there are two simple ways to alleviate stress. Kites and road trips. Even better, combine the two. Start with a stop at Tumbleweeds & Tarantulas in Bullhead City, Arizona. We are the largest and...
by JimHinckley | Mar 20, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites, Windsock |
Kites On The Beach started in the 1950s, then the trend became a tsunami. Charles Kuralt summed it up succinctly , “Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything.” With...
by JimHinckley | Feb 24, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites |
Myths & Childhood Dreams, To visit Tumbleweeds & Tarantulas in Bullhead City, Arizona, your one stop shop for kites and kite supplies in the Colorado River Valley is to step back to the days of childhood. Kites are a link to a pre-video game era when school...
by JimHinckley | Jan 28, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites |
Celebrate Spring at Glenwood, New Mexico Glenwood, New Mexico along U.S. 180 is at the heart of an adventurers paradise. And the sense of history is palpable. Celebrate Spring at this small ranching community is located on the fringe of the vast picturesque Gila...
by JimHinckley | Aug 27, 2021 | kite accessories, Kites |
Kites have been used to relax and for scientific experiment. They have been pressed into service during combat and fostered friendly competition between villages. Here in the states, kites figure prominently in festivals as well as fond childhood memories. And...
by JimHinckley | Jul 31, 2021 | Featured, kite accessories, Kites, Windsock |
In the 21st century age old traditions have been competing with video games, television, on line streaming services and smart phones. At times traditions seem to be loosing the battle. But scattered here and they are special places, living time capsules. Just such a... by JimHinckley | Jan 27, 2021 | Featured, kite accessories, Kites |
Kites are unique in that they have an international appeal that is rooted in antiquity. As a result they are excellent for bridging chasms of culture or language. Japanese historians believe that kites were first introduced into the country by Buddhist missionaries...
by JimHinckley | Nov 30, 2020 | kite accessories, Kites |
Time Capsules In movies, books and stories kites are often used to portray a sense of whimsy. They are linked to the carefree days of childhood. But like simple, carefree days kites are fragile. They are made of paper, twine, wood or silk. As a result vintage or...
by JimHinckley | Oct 28, 2020 | kite accessories, Kites, Uncategorized |
Flying Good Times Harvey A. Sellers, was a seller of paper. He was also an avid kiting enthusiast. Disappointed by the poor construction and quality of available commercial kites, he began tinkering with kite designs in his basement. His break came with the idea to...