2007 Bow kite ?
A FEW TIPS BY BRUNO LEGAIGNOUX
Disclaimer: the sequences that you will see here don't constitute in any way a user guide or learning instructions. Don't learn by yourself, take professional lessons.
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Preparing the kite before inflation through the Extrados
struts facing the ground
put some sand or your board and your harness on the leading edge
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Inflating through Extrados
the kite stays there without the need for a leash
the fabric doesn't flutter
the bridles don't tangle
you do not have to turn your kite over after inflation
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Training to take-off
learn how to take off the Bow kite in shallow water before going at sea
think of releasing the bar when the kite takes off
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One of the beach take off methods
CAUTION this way of taking off should only be practiced in light and moderated wind.
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Method of taking off on the beach
viewed from the rider
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Kite falling then relaunching
try to keep the lines tightened
relaunching then is very easy
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Kite front to the wind
pull on one back line to rotate the kite
slacken it then immediately pull on the opposite line
the kite finishes rotating and the wind fills it
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And a small jump
for the pleasure