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KITE MANUAL

Attaching flying lines to your 

Ocean Rodeo SLE kite.

1. 

Before you attach your lines have your kite pumped up 

leading edge down and weighted with sand or gravel.

2.

 Your SLE kite has front line attachments and two back 

line attachments supported by line bridles, locate these 
line attachment points. 
• Rear line attachment lark’s head connectors are located 
at the very tip of the leading edge tube. (1)

3.

 With the front and back attachment points free from 

their Velcro storage tabs pull the pigtails / lark’s head 
connectors forward so that the bridles are in clear view.  

Note:

 Make sure the bridles are free and clear with no 

twists and any pulleys are free and clear of debris. (2)

4. 

The rear lines connect to the kite with a foolproof 

connector that prevents the front and back lines from 
being incorrectly attached. 

5. 

Make a final inspection of your bar system. 

Important:

 If you are using an Ocean Rodeo bar with 

your SLE kite make sure your stopper is pushed away 
from the bar as far as possible. This will allow the bar to 
freely slide up the front lines and de-power the kite in the 
event of a gust during launch. 

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Summary of Contents for SLE Series

Page 1: ...KITE MANUAL...

Page 2: ...troduction Congratulations on purchasing an Ocean Rodeo kite We trust that you will find it to be a superior product Our kites are the result of years of passionate R D mixed with technical expertise...

Page 3: ...in overpowered gusty wind conditions Do not kite in offshore wind conditions Before launching from an unfamiliar site be aware of any dangers rocks reefs currents changeable weather etc Scout unfamil...

Page 4: ...body weight wind direction and steadiness kiting ability line length board size etc should all be considered When in doubt ask someone who is capable or if there is no one to ask err on the side of ca...

Page 5: ...gth 30 meters from beach Free from beach obstructions logs boulders slippery seaweed etc Ideal site conditions Side shore wind Smooth steady moderate strength wind 8 15 knots Wide sandy beach Shallow...

Page 6: ...pen Connect pump and inflate until leading edge is firm and maintains it s shape Important Before you inflate your kite make sure you have a suitable anchor to weigh down your kite sand fine gravel we...

Page 7: ...wn and into the wind Use a weight sand fine gravel no sharp objects to weigh down the leading edge of the kite 7 To deflate use the deflate dump valve First unscrew the top cap as this will make setup...

Page 8: ...nes with the center line un cleated and fully extended With all lines equal the kite will perform well Wingtips parallel Note Wingtips are parallel If the rear lines are shorter than the front lines t...

Page 9: ...ur way down to the kite separating the lines Before attaching any lines to the kite physically separate the left front and rear right front and rear Lift your kite over the separated lines leaving eno...

Page 10: ...their Velcro storage tabs pull the pigtails lark s head connectors forward so that the bridles are in clear view Note Make sure the bridles are free and clear with no twists and any pulleys are free...

Page 11: ...ne the kites depower range By moving this bridle attachment forward you will increase the depower range and increase bar pressure By moving this bridle attachment back you will decrease the depower ra...

Page 12: ...r modern SLE kites now afford 1 For advanced riders lock your bridle for a tight snappy feel and less overall depower reducing your sheeting range ensuring your next handle pass remains as explosive a...

Page 13: ...as failure to do so can cause mildew and color bleeding Rinse the kite with fresh water after extended salt water use Check on the inside of the leading edge tube where the canopy material sews on fo...

Page 14: ...deo also offers an unconditional 60 Day Satisfaction Guarantee on every product we sell If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your purchase you can return it to your original point of purchase fo...

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