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KITEBOARDING is an extremely diverse sport, with many disciplines and ability levels. As with all sports, there can be certain inherent risks. The following contains key safety points to remember when operating your kite: |
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Be familiar with the set up and used with the supplied security systems. |
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Always use your kite with a security system. |
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Never permanently attach yourself to the kite, the control bar, or the lines. |
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Never use the kite as a flying device. |
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Never touch the kite lines while under tension; do not catch the kite using these lines. |
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When inflated, but not in use, secure your kite with sand or with something heavy and non- abrasive; the more weight the better. An inflatable power kite will still fly, even without a rider, so be mindful of those around you and secure your kite. Your kite may cause serious injury or death if it launches unexpectedly. |
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Do not lend your gear to someone who has not been fully instructed on the use of inflatable kites. Other riders should also read the user's manual and be proficient in all its points. |
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Check your gear before going in the water. Insure that your flying lines, safety systems, kite, board, etc. are all rigged properly and are in working order. |
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Wind, Water and Weather Conditions
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Do not understimate de power of the wind.
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Be aware of unpredictable and changing weather conditions. |
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Avoid "offshore" wind conditions and use extreme caution in "onshore" wind conditions. |
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Avoid strong, gusty wind. |
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Becareful of wave conditions, especially when learning. |
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Be educated about tides and rip currents. |
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Be mindful of your ability level. Do no kiteboard if conditions are beyond your ability levels. |
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Be educated about air and water temperatures and wear appropiate protection against the elements. |
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Do not use this product in thunderstorms. |
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Consult an anemometer to determine wind speeds if necesary. |
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Do not use an oversized kite. Consult your Wind Range Chart for the correct recommended size. Use your common sense. If in doubt about what kite to use, use smaller rather than bigger. |
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Know your ability level
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Do not attempt kiteboarding without appropiate instrucction. |
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Do not kite alone. |
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Never kiteboard further from shore than you are able to swim back.
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Make sure the water conditions are within your ability level and that you have made the correct equipment choices. |
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Launch, land and ride together with a partner or have someone on shore who can keep an eye on you.
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Always save a reserve of energy; end your kiteboarding session before you are exausted. |
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Make sure you are in good physical condition before using this product. |
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Make sure you've done your homework and that you know the safety precautions of all aspects of the sport: launching, landing, flying, riding, kiting among other water users, self rescuing, etc. |
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Practice flying a small, traction kite or a "triner kite" before flying this kite. |
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Understand the tecnique of self-recue before using this product in or near the water. |
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The more time spent on this "triner kite", the safer and the faster you will learn. |
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Never let someone who is not familiar with inflatable kites launch, catch or use your kite. You will endanger them, as well as yourself and those around you. |
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Make sure you are a proficient swimmer before using this product in or near the water. |
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You are responsible for the safe operation of your kite. |
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Kiteboarding Location
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Observe local laws and regulations regarding this product and the usage area. |
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Avoid launching, landing or using this productnear power lines, telephone poles, trees, peolple, pets, buildings, automobiles, streets, sharp objects, downwind and airports. |
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Talk to the local riders about the weather conditions and beach rules.
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Always save a reserve of energy; end your kiteboarding session before you are exausted. |
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Check your area thoroughly before launching your kite.
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Avoid crowded beaches and waterways.
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Make sure you have considerable space to launch, land and use this product. |
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Make sure your power lines do not crossa walk-way or passage. |
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You should have at least a 100 meters of space onboth sides and downwind of you. Be specially aware of your downwind area. |
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Be careful and mindful of other water users, including windsurfers, boaters, jet-skiers, swimmers, floating objects, etc. |
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Be mindful and aware of the wind direction in relation to wour launch area. |
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Before launching, make sure you have scouted a safe landing area, in case you do not make it back to your launch spot. |
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Avoid areas with rocks and/or shallow or exposed reefs. |
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Do not let others between you and your kite. |
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