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Kitesurfing Rules: |
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1. Have a lesson from a Kitesurfing
Instructor. This sport can be dangerous not only to
you but also to the people around you.
2. Use the kite responsibly and never take risks.
3. Always ensure downwind is well clear of people
and obstacles.
4. Always ensure you have a means of getting back to
shore.
5. Read the forecast and assess the weather at all
times - especially be aware of electrical activity.
6. Always fly within your own capabilities
(equipment and experience) - gain experience
gradually.
7. Avoid Kitesurfing alone.
8. Avoid Kitesurfing when the wind is blowing
directly onshore.
9. Avoid flying a power kite on or near land. The
exception maybe in light winds.
10. All parties should always take action to avoid a
collision
11. Starboard tack (Right hand in direction of
moving kite & board) has right of way ie port tack
alters course (international sailing & buggying
rules)
12. Downwind flies kite low, Upwind flies kite high
13. Downwind kite has right of way when overtaking
14. Always check for other water users before
water-starting or jibing
15. Never deliberately maneuver into a right of way
position so that it interferes with another water
user.
16. Learners should launch downwind of other water
users
17. Understand your equipment and it's limitations
18. Always use a safety lease.
19. Regularly check all equipment. This includes the
kite, bridle, lines, safety lease, boom or handles,
the harness and line, the board leash, fins and foot
straps or bindings.
20. Ask other kitesurfers for advice before
launching. Experienced kite flyers to proactively
approach new comers to help out launching and
landing. |
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