North Kiteboarding Vegas 13, Руководство пользователя

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2. safeTy aNd precaUTioNs
2. safeTy and precaUTions
north kiteboarding strongly recommends:
if you are not yet able to kite or if you feel insecure, you must attend a licensed
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 kiteboarding
if you are in good physical condition and suffer from no medical conditions that
may prevent you from kiting. always act carefully to not endanger yourself or anyo-
ne else. do not endanger the safety of uninvolved third parties! be aware of the
risks you take and limit them to a minimum level!
before going on the water make sure you are familiar with your North kiteboarding
equipment. for your own safety, read the following instructions as well as product
descriptions very carefully.
2.1. kiteBoarding safety
›› fly your kite only over unobstructed water. Never on land!
›› fly this kite only if you are a strong swimmer and are wearing a coast guard
approved pfd.
›› only use bars with a safety system that you can open in emergency situations.
›› Use a quick-release kite leash so that you can unhook your body from the gear in
case of an unforeseeable emergency.
›› avoid power lines, telephone poles, airports, streets, buildings and trees.
›› if you use a board that is leashed to your body, wear a helmet!
›› Take into account the usual risks associated with water sports such as rocks,
waves, sunburn, hypothermia, jellyfish etc.
2.2. dangers from the kite
When kiteboarding you might face the extreme forces of the elements.
in rare cases the kite or its lines can cause dangerous situations:
›› you can hurt yourself through uncontrolled water take-offs caused
by gusty conditions, and the danger of collision with obstacles.
›› The incorrect usage of lines creates a high risk of injury for yourself as well as others.