CO2 4-LINE TIPS
When the CO1 kites are flow in in 4-line mode, proper tuning is essential to get
the best peormance of your kite. A properly tuned kite increases its efficiency,
speed, and allows the kite to depower correctly. The following guidelines will help
you to properly tune the kites to suit your style of riding.
1)
All models have their desired sweet spot which is achieved by the correct tension of the
steering (back) and depower (front) lines. The fine tuning is done by making small adjust-
ments to the centerline adjustment strap (C.A.S.).
2) Do not ‘oversheet’ the kite. The first objective is to set the kite’s maximum power while
allowing it to fly efficiently across the sky. more power and quicker turning is achieved
by tensioning the steering (back) lines (sheeting in the kite). There is however, a point
of diminishing returns. To much back line tension will cause the kite to fly slowly across
the sky and not allow it to fly to the edge of the power window.
3) With the kite directly overhead, hook into the fixed harness loop and observe the angle
of the wingtips in relation to the other inflated battens. A common tuning is achieved
when the wingtips are parallel to the inflated battens and the steering (back) lines are
taught. If the wingtips are flared outward at the leading edge the kite will be over-
sheeted. Unsheet/depower the kite by pulling on the C.A.S. until the desired effect is
achieved. The more you pull on the C.A.S. the less power the kite will have. keep in
mind that you will still be able to depower the kite through the PowerDrive loop, so do
not depower too much with the C.A.S. To increase power, lift up with the plastic loop
on the C.A.S.
4-Line Tuning Tips
CO2
