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safeTy and precaUTions
2. safeTy and precauTions
north kiteboarding strongly recommends:
We recommend a third-party insurance for kitesurfers. in some countries, such insurances
are mandatory for kitesurfers.
if you are not yet able to kite or if you feel insecure, you must attend a licensed
kiteboarding school to learn the basics of this fantastic sport. get familiar with the safety
precautions, which are indispensable for safe kiteboarding.
kiteboarding creates a heavy strain on your body. you should only go kiteboarding if you
are in good physical condition and suffer from no medical conditions that may prevent
you from kiting. always act carefully to not endanger yourself or anyone else. do not
endanger the safety of uninvolved third parties! be aware of the risks you take and limit
them to a minimum level!
before going on the water make sure you are familiar with your north kiteboarding
equipment. for your own safety, read the following instructions as well as product
descriptions very carefully.
2.1.
kiteboarding safety
›› fly your kite only over unobstructed water. never on land!
›› fly this kite only if you are a strong swimmer and are wearing a coast guard approved
pfd.
›› only use bars with a safety system that you can open in emergency situations.
›› Use a quick-release kite leash so that you can unhook your body from the gear in case
of an unforeseeable emergency.
›› avoid power lines, telephone poles, airports, streets, buildings and trees.
›› if you use a board that is leashed to your body, wear a helmet!
›› Take into account the usual risks associated with water sports such as rocks, waves, sun-
burn, hypothermia, jellyfish etc.
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