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Landing
Both brake lines are pulled if both handles
are tipped down toward the pilot. At a specific
point, the lift current on the foil is interrupted
and it begins to fly backwards. You can land the
foil this way. This also works in the middle of
the wind window so that the foil assumes the
initial position prior to launching and can be
secured to a ground stake.
Landing in high winds
The foil can also be landed on the side edge
of the wind window if there is a strong wind for
the selected foil size. The pull is not as strong
on the edge. If the foil wants to break out, incre-
ase the pull on the corresponding brake line.
Once the kite is on the ground, grab below
the handle to the brake connection line with one
hand while holding the upper handle ends with
the other hand and place the handles around
a ground stake. For safety reasons, weigh down
the trailing edge of the foil just like in setup.
Adjusting
Not all lines are the same. Thus, the foil
must be adjusted based on the line length and
the wind relationships. You can adjust a foil
by changing the length difference between the
upper flight lines and the lower brake lines.
Use the lark’s head knots in the lines at the
connection points (knots) of the braking bridle
and the handles to do this. Adjust the foil
such that the brake lines hang loosely and do
not pull on the trailing edge when the kite is
at a standstill, but so that you can land the kite
when you pull both brake lines for the foil.
Precision adjustment is a matter of experience
and preference.
Tips
Never let the foil hit the ground with the air
inlet openings first. There can be immense
internal pressure that the chambers cannot
withstand, which could damage the profiles.
Never steer the foil into people or objects,
such as fences, cars or similar items. This could
result in injuries to people and damage to
objects or the foil.
Maintain the equipment in perfect condition. A
wet foil should be washed with clean water and
thoroughly dried before packing away.
Watch out for sharp-edged objects, shells
and fences and do not lay the foil down on
such items.
Before using the foil for kite sailing or as a
pulling unit for a buggy, skis, snowboard or
mountain board, first ensure that you can
handle the foil properly and safely.
