Questions from newbie

[KenBrackins]

Hello All,

I have gone out the last two afternoons only to get set up, launch and have my kite practically fall out of the sky because the wind just stops. I'm pitiful. Soon as I pack up to leave-it picks back up!!! Anyway as I am anxious to learn I am very eager to practice. I am having a rather difficult time launching. I definitely need to learn how to launch better before I get around anyone. What is the best way to practice that? MY other question is when I try to sheet in with my strap (2008 Best bar) it immediately returns all the way up. Have I got something set up wrong? It doesn't do it every session but when it does it, it will do it every time. How do you determine what knot to set up with? I have a 2007 Best 13 and 9. I weigh 155 lbs. Thanks for any advice. I hope to see yall soon as I get a little time ON THE BOARD for a change.

Ken