Peter Lynn Twinskin, User Manual

Page 1: ...FOR TWINSKIN KITES...

Page 2: ...roducts We bring kites for all kite disciplines for all terrains for all conditions All this comes forth from a passionate crew of kite sports enthusiasts and we invite you to join us It s that passio...

Page 3: ...fe to cut flying lines in case of emergency is recommended Do not kiteboard in spots already in use by swimmers or surfers Beware of strong currents and sharks Stay safely away from other watercrafts...

Page 4: ...our kite it is very important to understand the wind window also known as the power zone and where the kite will create the least power edge of the window and zenith MAXIMUM POWER MINIMUM POWER EDGE O...

Page 5: ...s with sticks 8 Trailing edge 9 Leading edge 10 Pocket velcro seal 11 Grab handle VPC carrier 12 Top rear line adjustments 13 Right top line attachment point 14 Right rear line attachment point 15 Tip...

Page 6: ...the top of the pocket Close the Velcro at the bottom to secure the stick Open up the double Velcro seal at the bottom of the pocket Push the sticks out from the top by grabbing the pocket in the midd...

Page 7: ...sharp objects on the ground to prevent any damage to your kite Roll the kite out and put in the sticks if not already done so Place one tip on the ground with the lower skin upwards and let the rest i...

Page 8: ...tip Now attach the top line to the upwind tip taking it over the rear line you have just attached Attach the rear line to the downwind tip You are now ready to move on to the next step Take the other...

Page 9: ...t the primary safety release by placing stainless steel ring on the end of the depower loop tube into the Centrix push away center piece and behind the hook on the pin inside the center piece Then pus...

Page 10: ...er are closed Take your bar and make sure the safety leash is attached Always make sure to attach the safety leash before flying so it can be used in case something goes wrong during the launch Slight...

Page 11: ...nd will blow against the tip pushing the air out of the tip area towards the center of the kite making Grab your power adjuster and hold it up high while giving a series of short up When there is no h...

Page 12: ...kite Check your lines properly Before attempting your launch make sure they are free of twists and tangles Also check if they are not hooked behind any part of your bar or spreader bar before you lau...

Page 13: ...to any heavy object around you and walk towards your kite Place some sand on the upwind tip fold the kite in two and open the deflate zipper Pull the line with the safety leash back through the rings...

Page 14: ...ong the VPC lines and place it in between the knots to make the VPC more or less active Less direct depower smoother power buildup when sheeting in or out More depower Less bar pressure Less stalling...

Page 15: ...ing the zipper For a tighter turn more bar pressure and overall more power pull in the adjusters For a better upwind performance and overall more depower let out the adjusters More depower Less stalli...

Page 16: ...op lines use the adjustment knot closest to the kite To make your top lines longer use the adjustment knot furthest away from the kite Rear lines too tight Rear lines too loose REMOVING SAND AND WATER...

Page 17: ...ts shape When your kite lies leading edge down relaunch as follows Now just steer the kite the water After a water relaunch fly the kite up to the zenith Shaking your bar a few times helps for the wat...

Page 18: ...f your zippers are still intact Use silicon spray to clean them in case of salt residue on the zipper Regularly check your VPC system for wear and tear Make sure the pulleys are still in working order...

Page 19: ...tional Peter Lynn distributor If there is no Peter Lynn distributor in your country please find our contact details on our website www peterlynn com Peter Lynn Vliegerop bv Release of Liability Cautio...

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