I am confused about the sizes of kites, specifically the Cabrinha kites where they list the two different parameters (12m/16m, etc.). I think some of the...
Hi Jake, A quick insight to kite size comparisons... I am unsure whether you understand the difference between projected and flat area sizing. Projected area...
... Philip, nice comment! I've been teaching for 2 years now, and so you can guess how many people ask me this question. Finally, I have a short answer... Nick...
kiteboardingjapan
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Apr 3, 2003 10:45 pm
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Thanks for the info. This makes sense. So when a manufacturer says a kite is 16m, that is the flat area. This helps alot. Thanks again. ... ...
I ride a 16m2 Rhino on a switch 180 twin tip and I'm a fat 100kg. I've been finding that when the wind picks up 16-18knots the board will flatten out and slip...
Sam Morgan
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Apr 4, 2003 3:31 pm
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Sam, I'm not an experienced kiteboarder but I would try a smaller board, 150 or 160, and/or wear a cup. Cheers, Jake ... ...
Sam, A smaller board probably won't help you in the swell. I find that a smaller board helps you edge better in flat water, but in swell you will find...
If you are thinking in comming to the Caribbean there is no better place than Venezuela !! Visite the site www.venakite.com to find out all you need to know...
... Thanks Kenny, I would if I could but I'm the only guy in North West Tasmania on one of these things! People come out of the trees and stare at me while...
Sam Morgan
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Apr 10, 2003 1:07 am
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Sam, One other thought comes to mind. Try using longer fins on the heelside edge of your board. This will make jibing a little tougher, but will help you...
Anyone know of a good source to purchase kiteboard fins, particularly for a wake style board? Gracias, Jake __________________________________________________ ...
I have an old F-One directional for starting out. At 150 lbs. and not too aggressive, what size/style should I be looking at after that? I've heard about 150...
I love your anti kids ploy!!! Will definately try it out!! :-))) I think your main problem will be the board is a bit big, and you are most likely flying the...
... David Yes, get a twin tip type board of about 150cm. There are plenty available. It will take a seesion or two before you get used to riding a TT after...
Any opinions on how useful windmeters are and which do you recommend? I kiteboard on land and will turn to water this summer. Sometimes I don't have access to...
You definitely need to get a wind meter, especially if you fly in an area where there are no other kiters. It is crucial to know the wind speed to determine...
I recommend the SM-18 from Sky mate, Its simple durable and reads in many different modes. Wind meters are very useful as 5-8 knots can make a big difference...
I am looking for some glue that will stick bladder material to itself. I have a pretty big hole that I want to glue a patch of the same material over. Does...
nzkiwikiter2002
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Apr 13, 2003 1:54 am
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I'm looking to buy a second hand kite and board in Australia - has anyone got info on the 2001 Wipika free air, costs etc. for a 8.9m. Is this a good beginner...
sarah Ross
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Apr 13, 2003 1:54 am
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Despite what some too cool for themselves dudes say they are a very useful thing to have on hand especially when you kite at an unfamiliar location. I can...
The stuff that comes with the naish kites can be found in bike shops. As far as I know it is the same as used to fix punctures, but always test a bit on the...
Hi Sarah The Wipi Free Air were OK kites, a bit prone to luffing and delamination problems, definately works best as four line kite. If it is still in 2 line...
I fried my eyes boarding the other day. (Something about kiting makes one look at the sun). Can any riders who needs glasses tell me what solution they have...
Hi Steve.. Can you give me a brand name for that clear polyurethane glue? The only stuff I've found so far sets hard, and expands slightly when curing. I had a...
nzkiwikiter2002
nzkiwikiter2002@...
Apr 14, 2003 4:31 am
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Try a glue called Pattex. Cya and Goodwinds David Corrin 302 the Grand Pde Sans Souci NSW Tel: (02) 9529 6894 Mob: 0412 946 148 http://www.kitepower.com.au ......
Hi Sarah That is a very old kite indeed....It wouldn't be worth much at all. Whether the size is good depends entirely on where you'll be kiting, ie what the...
I want to hear more about kiteboarding on land. I just bought a mountainboard, and I have a little 1m2 trainer kite, which is too small to pull me so far. But,...
