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Riders should perform a thorough inspection of their kite each time they set-up and prior to launching, to
ensure that it has sustained no damage during use. Any damage should be repaired by a professional
kite or sail loft to ensure continued safety and usability.
Self-launching the ’08 Waroo:
The ’08 Waroo launches much like any other LEI (Leading Edge Inflatable) kite; the only difference being
that, as with any SLE kite, the rider must take care where they position the bridle lines prior to launch.
Make sure the bridles and flying lines can not get tangled. The ’08 Waroo has line deflectors on the strut
ends to assist in this.
With the kite inflated correctly and all the flying lines attached to the correct bridle points, place the kite at
the edge of the wind window. Placing sand on the inside of the kite behind the 1
st
strut towards the 2
nd
strut helps to keep the kite flat to the wind until the wingtip has been folded over and secured with more
sand.
Fold the wingtip over on the leading edge, and sand down the folded wingtip. Before going back to
your bar to launch, wait at the kite for a while to ensure you have placed enough sand on the kite to hold
it down.
Return your bar, which should be positioned across the wind, on the opposite side of the wind window
from your kite. Hook into the chickenloop, and take a second to check your lines visually one last time.
With the bar firmly in your grasp and the bar positioned at 50% depower position, pull the top of the bar
towards you and step backwards.
Pulling the bar back towards you and stepping backwards will flick the sand off the wingtip, releasing the
kite and allowing it to self launch.
If it is possible to have someone experienced assist in the launch,
this is always the preferred method.
Landing the ’08 Waroo:
Due to having dual rear line OSR handles and its
unique bridle layout, landing the ’08 Waroo is
much easier than landing other SLE kites. Two
simple methods can be used to land the ’08
Waroo, depending on your personal preference
and the wind conditions.
Method 1:
This method is suitable for most wind
speeds on open beaches, with sufficient free
space downwind.
Fly your kite to the side of the
window, leaving the kite at an angle of about ten
degrees to the ground. This equates to the lowest
wingtip being about 5m from the ground.
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