So you think that extreme sports such as snowboarding, wakeboarding, and surfing are already that extreme? How about when an enormous strong kite propels you while you are doing these extreme sports? That is what extreme to the next level is all about. So, what exactly is this kitesurfing or kiteboarding all about? Kitesurfing is a sport in itself that combines surfing, wakeboarding, etc or by itself and uses the power of the wind to propel you forward which results in a faster/speedier action on your surfboard or in kitesurfing terms, kiteboard.
Obviously, the most important gadget for you to play this sport is a kite. But not you any ordinary kite, it should be a kite so strong that could pull your whole weight as well as your board or even your kayak forward. This is what is known as the power kite. The power kite speaks for itself which is powerful enough to gather the strength of the wind.
Two major designs of power kites include (1) LEI (Leading Edge Inflatables) Kites and (2) Foil Kites. LEI kites are C-shaped kites that make them also popularly known as C-kites. They are mostly the selected kites of kitesurfers or kiteboarders since they can respond quickly to the rider's inputs. Also, when they hit the ground or water, they can be easily launched again up in the air. Aside from these, they are actually very durable kinds of kites. C-kites come in two variations: Bow Kites and Hybrid or SLE (Supported Leading Edge) Kites. Both of these kites are suitable for both beginners and experts alike.
Foil kites are made mostly out of fabric that has air pockets in them to help lift the kite itself. Unlike LEI though, foil kites can be up right away since it can take up to 10 minutes to manually inflate an LEI. Foil kites also come in two variations: (1) open cell and (2) closed cell. If you are doing a water adventure with kites, then it is best to use closed cell foil kites since unlike open cells, water cannot get inside it easily once it hits the water and you may re-launch it up again.
When you are planning to get your very own power kite to train yourself into kitesurfing, consider the size of the kite you should be getting. And the size of the kite you should be getting depends on your body weight. For example, for people who are 151-175 lbs, a 2.5-3 square meters kite size is well-suited for you. It is therefore important to ask the sales clerk or your trainer about which size to buy that would help you with getting to know how to do kitesurfing.
Obviously, the most important gadget for you to play this sport is a kite. But not you any ordinary kite, it should be a kite so strong that could pull your whole weight as well as your board or even your kayak forward. This is what is known as the power kite. The power kite speaks for itself which is powerful enough to gather the strength of the wind.
Two major designs of power kites include (1) LEI (Leading Edge Inflatables) Kites and (2) Foil Kites. LEI kites are C-shaped kites that make them also popularly known as C-kites. They are mostly the selected kites of kitesurfers or kiteboarders since they can respond quickly to the rider's inputs. Also, when they hit the ground or water, they can be easily launched again up in the air. Aside from these, they are actually very durable kinds of kites. C-kites come in two variations: Bow Kites and Hybrid or SLE (Supported Leading Edge) Kites. Both of these kites are suitable for both beginners and experts alike.
Foil kites are made mostly out of fabric that has air pockets in them to help lift the kite itself. Unlike LEI though, foil kites can be up right away since it can take up to 10 minutes to manually inflate an LEI. Foil kites also come in two variations: (1) open cell and (2) closed cell. If you are doing a water adventure with kites, then it is best to use closed cell foil kites since unlike open cells, water cannot get inside it easily once it hits the water and you may re-launch it up again.
When you are planning to get your very own power kite to train yourself into kitesurfing, consider the size of the kite you should be getting. And the size of the kite you should be getting depends on your body weight. For example, for people who are 151-175 lbs, a 2.5-3 square meters kite size is well-suited for you. It is therefore important to ask the sales clerk or your trainer about which size to buy that would help you with getting to know how to do kitesurfing.
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