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VEGAS ‘08

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Kite Size Information:

There are several ways of measuring a kite and even more ways of indicating kite
size. This can be confusing. To be clear, North kites are named according to their
actual surface area. For example, if you have a sheet of paper that measures ten
cm wide by ten cm long, the area of this sheet of paper is 00 square cm. Each
panel of fabric in the canopy of a North kite is precisely measured in this way,
and the sum of the areas of all these panels is listed as the size of the kite.
Note: Surface area (or size) doesn’t necessarily indicate power.

9. TIpS aND TRICKS for VEGAS 08

Safety and re-launch with 5th Element:

Whether you are throwing powered handle passes, jumping, spinning, learning
to stay upwind or trying your first water re-launch, the 5th Element allows you
to perform all the tricks with full safety functions. As soon as you activate your
Iron Heart Quick Release, your bar will slide up along the fifth line completely
de-powering the kite. The kite will drop safely to the water in perfect re-launch
position. Pull the bar back to you, reload your Iron Heart and follow the simple
re-launch steps below.

RELAUNCH

The kite is lying leading edge down on the water:
Make sure your kite is directly downwind from you.
Pull on one side of the bar and the 5th simultaneously. Do not pull the 5th line
so much that the kite rolls onto it’s back.  Only pull enough to allow the kite to
open up and begin making it’s way to the edge of the wind window. The harder
you pull on one side of the bar the sooner the kite will re-launch.  This implies
that the kite will re-launch deeper in the wind window and create more power as
it takes off.  With a moderate pull, you will allow the kite to make its way to the
edge of the wind window where it will re-launch safely with minimum power.

9. tips and tricks for vegas 08

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Summary of Contents for vegas 08

Page 1: ..._English user manual vegas 08 ...

Page 2: ... the North Kiteboarding kites on or above the water Never act in a careless manner when using this product You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others when using this product 1 release of liability 2 2 introduction and safety 3 3 Rigging the kite 6 4 attaching the lines 8 5 kite tuning 10 6 kite care 11 7 bladder repair 12 8 WINDrage and kite sizes 17 9 TIpS aND TRICKS for VEG...

Page 3: ...is sport can be greatly reduced by abiding by the warning guidelines listed in this owner manual and by using common sense RELEASE AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS In consideration of the sale of the North Kiteboarding product to you you hereby agree to the fullest extent permitted by law as follows TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that you have or may in the future have against Boards More and all related parties...

Page 4: ...icensed 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 kite boarding if you are in good physical condition and suffer from no medical conditions that may prevent you from kiting No risk no fun but be careful when practicing this...

Page 5: ...le extending 100 meters downwind and to each side of your flying position is clear of people and obstructions Use a kite leash that allows you to keep the kite under control Avoid flying the kite in the vicinity of other water users such as swimmers kayakers windsurfers water skiers and boats When not in use inflated canopies must be secured with sand or heavy objects A canopy filled with air can ...

Page 6: ...lines around your arms or other body parts Weather related Dangers Avoid offshore wind Be careful with onshore wind Get information on tidal and sea current conditions at your kiting spot Get information from both the weather report and the locals on prevailing weather conditions Never use the kite with wind forces so strong that you are unable to maintain precise control Do not use the kite when ...

Page 7: ...to the wind and the underside of the canopy facing upwards 3 Place a weight e g sand gear bag etc on one wingtip of the canopy 4 Inflate the ribs To inflate follow these steps a Close the dump valve at the tip strut b Grasp the strut valve with one hand and insert the pump tip into the valve with the other hand Repeat with all strut valves c Pump air into the struts until they are firm d If the va...

Page 8: ... valves into the bladder after inflating f Finally connect the pump leash and inflate the leading edge bladder front tube until the correct pressure is reached All Vegases perform well with 6 PSI of air pressure in the leading edges and 10 PSI in the ribs Be sure to close the dump valve on the wingtip before inflating 3 rigging the kite ...

Page 9: ...flying object If the leading edge is face down the canopy is pushed to the ground by the wind pressure in addition to its own weight When turning the kite around make sure that there are no sharp objects lying on the ground With changing wind directions the canopy should be turned into the prevailing wind direction 4 attaching the lines The Vegas is designed to be flown with the 5th Element Bar Th...

Page 10: ...teboarding is mixing up steering and flying lines North s Kook Proof System makes this error impossible and will help prevent you from making a fatal mistake Attach the knot on the end of your steering back line to the larks head loop on the kite s wingtips Connect the flying front line with larks head loop to the wingtip attachment with the knot Repeat for the opposite wingtip Your kite lines are...

Page 11: ...For example a kite used by a lightweight boarder in light wind will have low line tension and will respond relatively slowly while the same kite used by a heavyweight boarder in strong wind will have high line tension and will turn quickly This means that the construction and the design of the kite control the response rate only to some extent and that there is no canopy that suits boarders of all...

Page 12: ...w wrinkles as possible avoiding creases that may damage the cloth material To carry a kite turn it so that the leading edge is upwind and the underside faces upward Grab the center of the leading edge tube If the wind is blowing it will hold the kite clear off the ground Be sure not to drag the tips of the kite across the ground A coating that results from using the kite in salt water will not dam...

Page 13: ...e bladder back into the LE after the repair is complete Tie a separate line to the bladder at both wingtips Each line should extend one meter more than the distance from kite tip to center 3 Push the air valves entirely into the LE Open the zipper near the middle of the leading edge and pull the bladder out First one side then the other When the bladder has been removed from the kite the reinstall...

Page 14: ...st if someone helps you by holding one end of the strut ensuring that the bladder comes out of the tube smoothly When the bladder has been removed from the kite the reinstall line should pass through the tube and extend from each end Repair 1 lnflate the bladder and wipe it with a sponge soaked in soapy water or submerge portions of the bladder in a tub of water Air bubbles indicate holes 2 After ...

Page 15: ...he hole 5 After all repairs are complete close the valve and place the dry bladder in a plastic bag with a generous amount of baby powder Close the bag and shake it until the air tube is completely coated in powder Re installing Leading Edge Bladders 1 Before you begin to reinsert the bladder fold it like an accordeon with the air valves in the direction of the valve openings 2 Re tie your re inse...

Page 16: ... to correct the mistake at this stage you risk serious damage to the bladder when it is fully inflated 5 Roll up the excess bladder and fold the ends shut 6 Once the ends are shut and you have made sure there are no twists in your bladder it is safe to inflate to full pressure Re installing Strut Bladders 1 Before you begin to reinsert the bladder fold it like an accordeon with the air valves in t...

Page 17: ...in place and filling all the space at the front of the strut Then close the zipper before pumping air into the bladder until it is half inflated Check that the bladder has been correctly inserted and look for wrinkles in the material If you detect any irregularities in the air tube or if the valve is not positioned correctly deflate and start over again to ensure that the bladder is inserted prope...

Page 18: ... levels and weights Riders who are significantly heavier or lighter should use for a given wind speed range kites that are one size bigger or smaller respectively These represent a rough guide only Keep in mind that kiteboarding is a dangerous sport in any circumstance and that using any kite in any wind strength can result in serious injury or death A novice has flown small trainer kites but has ...

Page 19: ...d handle passes jumping spinning learning to stay upwind or trying your first water re launch the 5th Element allows you to perform all the tricks with full safety functions As soon as you activate your Iron Heart Quick Release your bar will slide up along the fifth line completely de powering the kite The kite will drop safely to the water in perfect re launch position Pull the bar back to you re...

Page 20: ...N G LI SH The kite is lying belly up on it s back Simply pull one back steering line This will cause that wingtip to twist and fill with wind The kite will make it s way to the edge of the window and re launch 9 tips and tricks for vegas 08 ...

Page 21: ... kite is easiest when you turn the kite around the way you carry the canopy on the beach Never deflate the bladder while you are in the water since it can provide flotation and is clearly visible from the air Packing The VEGAS Open the dump valve on the wingtip of the leading edge and all strut dump valves If you intend to return to the water you can leave the struts inflated Begin rolling the kit...

Page 22: ...over products used in rental or teaching operations North Kiteboarding will make the final warranty determination which may require inspection and or photos of the equipment which clearly show the defect s If necessary this information must be sent to the North Kiteboarding distributor in your country postage prepaid If a product is deemed to be defective by North Kiteboarding the warranty covers ...

Page 23: ... all warranty claims The name of the retailer and date of purchase must be clear and legible There are no warranties that extend beyond the warranty specified herein Warranty Claims Warranty claims must be processed and be issued a return authorization prior to shipping to North PLEASE CALL OR WRITE FOR CLAIMS PROCESSING TO THE NATIONAL NORTH KITEBOARDING DISTRIBUTOR 10 warranty policy ...

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