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Kitesurfing (a.k.a kiteboarding) is a mixture of windsurf with ski, wakeboard and surf. Kite surfing is a new sport that attracts sportsmen of several disciplines

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Kitesurfing Equipment

June 6th, 2007 · No Comments

Kitesurfing KiteKite - The Kite is made with the same fabric of a parachute, projected in a way that is simple to use for all the people. Without the kite, kitesurfing does not exist, therefore it is the main equipment of the sport. The format of wing in arc facilitates the flight.


Kite surfing Flying LinesFlight Line - The lines are the connector link of the kite with the kitesurfing athlete. There are three types of lines that exert different functions. The flight line, that measures 30 meters approximately, binds to the kite the bar of control. The brake line serves to brake and the main lines, known for Kevlar, present high resistance and minimum elasticity for the control of the kite.


Kitesurfing Control Bar Control Bar - The bar is used to control the kite. The kitesurfing user has in it the possibility to command the direction and the speed. With approximately 90 cm of length he comes folloied of a system to brake the Kite in emergency case.


Kitesurfing BoardBoard- The style of the board depends on the style of the kitesurfing athlete. Boards similar to the ones of surf also exist and to the ones of wakeboard. The differential is the type of material of which it is made. As the jumps they are frequent, the plates have that to be more resistant.


Kitesurfing Seat BeltHarness - This is a seat that has the function to connect the  kitesurfing athlete to the kite. Models exist beyond the basic functions to propitiate greater comfort during the sail. Provides maximum support to the back. Some designs are created more flexibles with better load distribution.


Kite PumpPump - The pump is  used to inflate the kite. It's a importante acessorie for those who pratice kitesurfing. Some pumps are accurate in readings, no more guessing while pumping the kite.



gath-helmet Kitesurfing EquipmentHelmet -  The helmet as we all know is to protect the head from impact.  In kitesurfing, the helmet is very important for beginners to avoid hit the head in the water.




Kitesurfing Vest
Vest - The vest is used for impact. Some of them are made with neoprene, which is a very comfortable material that helps secure he kitesurfing athlete.  



To pratice kitesurfing safely is importante to check all kitesurfing equipament before using and follow all kitesurfing safety rules.

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