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Pre-flight check list

Check your equipment before riding!

It only takes a few minutes but it's much better than swimming back to the shore because of a broken line!

Kite

  • Material and seams for any tears or weaknesses.
  • Bladder’s pressure.
  • Adjustment of the lines.

4 line specific procedures:

  • Connection knots are in a good condition.

Lines

  • No "unwanted" knots.
  • Should be correctly connected to the kite and bar.
  • Connections should be free of sand or other debris.

4 line specific procedures:

  • Front lines are connected to the front of the kite (leading edge).
  • Front and back lines are not twisted.

Bar

  • The safety systems must function.
  • Harness line is centered.
  • Check for weariness on the ends of the lines.

4 line specific procedures:

  • The power line is in a good state.
  • The depower loop release is functional.
  • The leash is not tangled.

Board

  • Look for damage such as cracks or sharp edges.
  • Make sure the foot straps are adjusted to your foot size.
  • Make sure that the leash and its connection on the board is in a good state.

 

 
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