Getting a falcon fit

[SkyGod]

whats the best way to get a falcon fit some one said fly it from the block straight to the lure great distances to get it fit but i thought that with the bird stooping the lure and been on the wing for short flights would be more exercise

[Richard Ellis]

passing it to the lure build it up till its doin about 40 odd passes or fly it to a kite.. depends what quarry you want to fly really..

[Dean]

passing it to the lure build it up till its doin about 40 odd passes or fly it to a kite.. depends what quarry you want to fly really..
A game hawk doesnt really need to be extra super fit,persuit falcons are best fittened with an expertly swung lure,then hunted asap!

[Saker-Clive]

.......also get the bird flying in stronger winds; the bird will have to get itself positioned right and will muscle up quickly. For fresh off the creance in-experienced birds make the transition to stronger winds more gradual.:supz:
Watch for the beak toopen then reward well. The bird will remember and work harder next time.

[FalconGriff]

As a confirmed lure swinger I have little doubt that the quickest way to get a bird is a Kite or a Model Aeroplane. In 14 days they have to be seen to be believed.