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Kite Manual
SAFETY WARNING
Kite powered sports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. The user of this
product should understand that participating in kite powered sports may involve serious
injury or death and agrees to observe the following safety precautions:
• Get instruction specific to the type of kite power craft.
• Obtain first aid training and carry first aid and safety / rescue devices.
• Consult your physician prior to beginning kite powered sports training.
• Always wear a nationally approved personal flotation device when using a kite on water.
• Always wear a helmet.
• Dress appropriately for weather conditions; cold water and/ or cold weather can result in
hypothermia.
• Check your equipment prior to each use for signs of wear or failure.
• Never kite alone.
• Do not kite in overpowered, gusty wind conditions.
• Do not kite in offshore wind conditions.
• Before launching from an unfamiliar site be aware of any dangers (rocks, reefs, currents,
changeable weather, etc).
• Scout unfamiliar sites before launching.
• Never launch from an area with any obstacles closer than 2 line lengths downwind
(people, rocks, etc).
• Do not kite near power lines!
• Do not ask a non-kiter to assist in the launching or landing of a kite.
• Always use the kite with a functioning safety system.
• Always prevent kites from inadvertently launching on land by weighting with sand,
gravel, etc.
• Always announce when you are going to launch your kite so people can be prepared to
move in the event of a gust or a problem.
• Disable an unattended kite by: removing the lines, placing the kite leading edge down,
facing the wind; and weighting with sand, gravel, etc.
• Do not exceed your kiting ability. Be honest with yourself.
• You must not use alcohol or mind altering drugs prior to using this product.
SELECTING A LOCATION
Safe site criteria:
The site for your kiteboarding must meet the following criteria to ensure your safety and
that of others:
• No power lines within 3 line lengths (100 meters) of beach
• No trees 1 line length (30 meters) from beach
• Free from beach obstructions: logs, boulders, slippery seaweed, etc.
Ideal site conditions:
• Side shore wind
• Smooth, steady moderate strength wind (8-15 knots)
• Wide sandy beach
• Shallow water close to shore
• Large area of beach downwind free from obstructions
• A clear bottom free of rocks, corals, excessive seaweeds, etc
Organize a kitesurfing area:
• A take off area
• A water entry area
• A landing area
