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   * Assume that yesterdays predicted path will be OK for today, so it takes a path it really shouldn't. Winds change, so check right up to the launch time.   * Assume that yesterdays predicted path will be OK for today, so it takes a path it really shouldn't. Winds change, so check right up to the launch time.
   * Overfill your foil balloons, so they burst almost immediately.   * Overfill your foil balloons, so they burst almost immediately.
 +  * Use really thin nylon cord.  Remember that the nylon breaking strain needs to be sufficient for the neck lift plus the wind.  0.7mm line (10kg breaking strain) and 4kg neck lift can break on a windy day.
  
 All the above easily avoidable by remembering this one, big mistake: All the above easily avoidable by remembering this one, big mistake:
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