• Kitesurfing is a HAZARDOUS activity and the use of Kitesurfing equipment involves the risk of serious
personal injury to any part of the user’s body or death.
• Injuries are an INHERENT RISK of kitesurfing and the participation in kitesurfing implies the user’s ac-
ceptance and express assumption of those risks.
• Children should always be under adult supervision.
• It is strongly recommended that beginners take lessons.
• ALWAYS inspect your equipment for signs of wear and tear each time before use, particularly all lines,
canopy, bladders, screws and fittings.
• IF any products are found to show signs of wear & tear these should be repaired or replaced immediately
and before further use. If in doubt about any signs of wear & tear, please contact your local vendor.
Contact details are available from www.cabrinhakites.com
• NEVER place yourself in a situation where breakage of any one of the various kitesurfing components
would pose a risk to yourself or others, or make it impossible to return to the shore securely & unas-
sisted.
• Make sure you use properly designed and manufactured parts from reputable suppliers.
• Take time to study the conditions including sea state, tides, currents, weather conditions and forecasts
before you decide to go sailing. Beware of sailing in offshore or onshore winds.
• Familiarize yourself with any new location before venturing onto the water. Ask the locals to tell you about
any hazards.
• Watch out for other beach users, especially swimmers and small children. Make sure you keep your board
and rig under control at all times and that they don’t get blown about on the beach or in the water.
• Always use appropriate protective gear and floatation devices. Wear the correct protective clothing for the
conditions such as a wetsuit or a UV top. It is recommended to wear a helmet.
• Make sure someone knows where you’ve gone & when you are expected back – always sail with a
buddy.
• Be aware of the conditions as they change. Always return to the beach if there is a significant change in
the conditions. i.e. wind dropping or wind & waves increasing.
• As you learn the sport, work within your own limitations and do not exceed them.
• Do not alter, modify or change this product.
• This product is designed and manufactured only for kitesurfing on water.
• Keep these warnings, cautions and instructions for future reference.
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