doomwheels - 16-2-2003 at 06:46 AM
Copied from old forum:
July 3 2000
Hi!
Have been kiteskating for about two months now with a Quadrifoil Q2004. Now I wonder if it's possible to get air with this kite while skating? Or
do I ned a bigger/faster kite?
doomwheels - 16-2-2003 at 06:47 AM
Copied from old furom:
July 4 2000
of course the size if the kite vs. the force of the wind dictates how much pull you can generate. the 2004 is a smaller kite, but a good size for some
people who skate/buggy in heavy wind.
it is possible to "get air" with a 2004 in very high winds, but it would be easier (and safer) to use a larger kite in more managable wind.
a large kite in moderate wind would allow a more controlled lift and landing, plus allow the time for a smooth glide and positioning for landing.
if you are jumping over land remember that crashing bites... pad up! before a jump, cut hard up-wind to load up against the kite and reduce your
forward speed, then use the lift of the kite in an upward-180 degree turn to lift you off the ground. land with wheels rolling downwind and then
quickly turn 90 degrees to get on your "reach"
good luck and skate safe,
bc