Kite Accessories

Kite Accessories: Line, Winders, Tails and More

Our kite accessories cover everything around the kite itself: braided and twisted kite line from 20 lb. to 1250 lb. test, Yo-Yo winders, reels and stake winders, Dyneema and Spectra stunt kite line sets, tube and ribbon tails, swivels, F-Stop spinners and ground stakes. Brands include Premier Kites, In the Breeze, HQ and Prism.

How to Choose Kite Line

• Strength (pound test): Match the line to the kite. Small kids' kites fly on 20 to 30 lb. line, mid-size deltas and Easy Flyers on 30 to 50 lb., big deltas and sleds on 80 lb. and up, and giant show kites on 500 lb. or more. When in doubt, use the strength on the kite's listing.
• Length: 300 ft. is plenty for most family flying; 500 to 1000 ft. lets a kite climb into the steadier wind higher up.
• Braided or twisted: Braided polyester tangles less and winds smoothly; twisted line is an economical choice for light kites.
• Winder: Yo-Yo winders and hoops suit kids' kites; reels and stake winders bring line in faster and handle heavier line.

Kite Accessory FAQ

Do I need a tail on my kite?

Diamond kites need one to stay balanced. On deltas and sleds a tail is mostly for looks, though it can calm a kite that wobbles in gusty wind.

What line do stunt kites use?

Low-stretch Dyneema or Spectra in matched pairs, so both lines stay the same length. Our line sets run from 50 to 200 lb.; bigger kites and stronger wind call for stronger line.

What is an F-Stop spinner?

A spinning fabric decoration that hangs from a kite line or a pole, in 20 and 40 in. sizes.

Flying a big kite? Add line laundry. Need poles and stakes for the yard? See hardware.