4.
MEANINGFUL TIPS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY
OF OTHERS
Helmet, life vest and harness. It is highly recommended to wear a helmet, life
vest and a harness when learning to kite and using this product. The harness
should be comfortable and of strong manufacture.
Choose your practice spot carefully. The best spot for learning to use this
product is an accredited kiteboarding school. When choosing a spot after
taking kiteboarding lesson in an accredited kiteboarding school, look for:
• The least crowded place (but do not kite alone).
• Spot which is free of obstacles downwind from you, such as houses, trees,
electric lines, cars etc. Always consider enough room for error.
• Shallow water with sideshore winds.
• It is always good to have a safety boat near by.
Check for weather and wind conditions. Check the local weather forecast.
Check the wind direction and speed, which might change during the day. You
should not ride in stormy weather or strong gusts. The kite may attract lighting.
Respect other kiters. Always look around you and pay attention to other kiters.
Do not hesitate to help others launch or land their kites. Never unwind your kite
line on top of others’. Never land your kite on top of someone’s lines, it may
cause danger.
Respect people standing by. Always inform spectators about the power of the
kite and the potential risk for them when staying downwind from a kite surfer.
Learn to use your safety system. Always check carefully before flying this kite,
if the safety system is not worn out and works properly. Learn how to use
the push away safety system. Never fly this kite without the safety system,
which allows you to rapidly kill the power of the kite. Use a safety leash which
connects you to the kite. This leash should also be releasable for cases of
emergency.
