Gambler - 8-8-2009 at 07:53 AM
I guess I found out the hard way why a beginner power kiter shouldn't go out in high winds. Although fun, it was quite a struggle to hang onto a 3.3M
kite in 25 mph winds and two days later I'm still sore.
The winds for the next few days look more suitable (10-15 mph). What tricks and techniques should I be practicing to get used to the kite? I know
about flying blind (not looking at the kite), but is there anything else I should be practicing? How about bad habits I should be avoiding.
I've done a fair amount of reading but there is little information on what skills to learn first and which to build on.
acampbell - 8-8-2009 at 08:08 AM
Good call on the wind speed.
Really learn what the kite is going to do next in all conditions.
If you are planning to put yourself in motion on a board or buggy, learn kiteloops and learn how close to the ground you can pull them off in various
conditions. They will be a a useful tool. While flying static, use them to extend your scudds.
Habits to avoid: Using body language to steer the kite. You've already learned to manage your conditions with high winds, just also watch out for
storms, bad weather too.
Have fun