U S E R M A N U A L S U R F B O A R D S
5
SAFETY WARNINGS
For your safety and the safety of others, North Kiteboarding strongly urge you to undergo lessons
with a recognised certified instructor prior to using this product. This user manual is NOT a
substitution to lessons.
Kiteboarding involves unavoidable risks so it is important that you familiarise yourself with these
risks and take appropriate measures to minimise risks as much as possible. You should also
familiarise yourself with safety precautions and systems related to your equipment.
Kiteboarding is a high-intensity action sport. As such, you should not participate in this sport
if you are physically unfit or suffer from any medical conditions that may put you at further risk
when kiteboarding.
LIMIT DANGERS TO YOURSELF:
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Be aware of the usual risks associated with water sports such as drowning, rapidly
changing conditions, hypothermia, sunburn, fatigue, rocks, waves etc.
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Do not kiteboard in extreme weather and/or rapidly changing conditions such as large
storms, thunder etc.
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Check weather reports, local prevailing conditions, tides, and currents prior to launching.
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Do not kite in offshore winds, or strong onshore winds.
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Choose the appropriate kite for your body size, ability and the conditions. Do not use a kite
size that is beyond your control for the given conditions. If conditions change while you are
kiteboarding and you can no longer control your kite, return to shore.
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When the kite is inflated but not in use, secure the kite in one place with a non-abrasive,
heavy object to prevent it from flying away in any sort of conditions.
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Check over all of your equipment prior to launching. Do not launch if lines are knotted,
frayed, cut, tangled or damaged in any way.
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Only fly your kite on unobstructed waters. Do not fly your kite over land.
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Be aware of the surroundings prior to launching. Do not fly your kite around power lines,
power poles, tall buildings, trees, cliffs, airports etc. Gusty conditions can make launches
unpredictable so be cautious of potential collisions with obstacles.
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Always kite with a partner or a supervisor observing you from land.
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Whenever possible use a launch and landing assistant.
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Be familiar with your quick release system and do not be afraid to use it if necessary.
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Always use a safety leash so your kite is contained in case of a primary quick
release deployment.
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Keep hands clear of lines when they are under tension from the kite. Lines can be very
sharp and abrasive.
