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Threats through Kite Lines
Never touch the kite lines when the kite is under wind load as these lines can
become dangerously sharp when under tension.
Never use kite lines with notches, nicks, cuts etc. They must be changed!
Use only lines that have no knots in them, as knots can weaken lines by as much
as 50%.
Do not touch the lines of the canopy, unless the kite has been secured to the
ground. An unsecured kite can re-launch unexpectedly, putting the lines
dangerously under tension.
Never tie 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 wind conditions are likely to change dramatically.
Never use this kite when thunderstorms are nearby or when such storms have a
good chance of developing (check the weather report!).
Leave the water immediately when a storm is approaching. You are in acute
life-threatening danger since you may be struck by lightning!
2.introduction and safety