| Kites that Can Pull Skiers (1 February 1995 - Midlands Mail) |
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Hi Fly Kites in Howick is the biggest manufacturer of kites in the country and their kites are of very high quality. Most of the two line kites can reach speeds of more than 120 km per hour. The fastest kite can reach a speed of more than 200 km per hour in fast winds. The kite can pull three wheel buggies at speeds exceeding 100 km per hour. |
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| David Sampson Is "Flying High" (2 September 1994 - Howick and District News) |
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A young local businessman, David Sampson, has seen his hobby, kite-making, rapidly become a successful business. Initially he started making just one model and sold these at flea markets - he now manufacturers 18 different models, not only single line kites but also stunt or sport kites, which is where the bulk of the market is. The advanced stunt models can travel up to 180km/h. |
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| Go Fly A Kite (22 July 1992 - The Howick Phoenix) |
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David Sampson has already established himself making "Hi Fly Kites" in a modern factory in Power Street Howick. We were amazed at the progress already made by David in the production of many different models of kites all of which are designed to cater for a growing world wide recreational activity. Kite flying is in the blood of all males and the trend towards this popular sport will hopefully see David well on the road to a profitable
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