Great tutorial. FWIW, I prefer to rig directly downwind of kite. Reason: It is easy to visually check that the lines are rigged correctly. This is especially important when self-launching. Then a single full turn of the bar to get it the right way round for riding and then a walk to the cross wind direction (with lines un-tensioned) to launch..
Hello, with all due respect, I would kindly ask you to consider removing this video 🙏🏻. While I understand the title, “How to Launch like a Pro,” aligns with the idea of professional techniques, it’s important to note that many pros unfortunately don’t always follow or promote the safest steps for launching a kite. Additionally, I noticed the thumbnail and the text at the beginning of the video mention “Safest Way to Launch Your Kite.” However, the steps demonstrated in this video do not reflect the safest techniques for launching a kite. I do appreciate the emphasis on proper body positioning during launching-it’s especially useful in strong wind conditions. However, the earlier steps shown are quite unsafe and could put any level of kiter at risk. Please consider revising the video to ensure it promotes only the safest techniques. Kitesurfing is inherently a dangerous sport, and following proper safety protocols is crucial for minimizing risks. If you’re unsure about the safest steps for launching a kite, please check my full tutorial, “Launching & Landing the Kite with an Assistant.” Feel free to review it and comment with any questions or concerns about the techniques I demonstrate. Let’s make kitesurfing a safer sport for everyone 🙏🏻
Great tutorial. FWIW, I prefer to rig directly downwind of kite. Reason: It is easy to visually check that the lines are rigged correctly. This is especially important when self-launching. Then a single full turn of the bar to get it the right way round for riding and then a walk to the cross wind direction (with lines un-tensioned) to launch..
Hello, with all due respect, I would kindly ask you to consider removing this video 🙏🏻.
While I understand the title, “How to Launch like a Pro,” aligns with the idea of professional techniques, it’s important to note that many pros unfortunately don’t always follow or promote the safest steps for launching a kite.
Additionally, I noticed the thumbnail and the text at the beginning of the video mention “Safest Way to Launch Your Kite.” However, the steps demonstrated in this video do not reflect the safest techniques for launching a kite.
I do appreciate the emphasis on proper body positioning during launching-it’s especially useful in strong wind conditions. However, the earlier steps shown are quite unsafe and could put any level of kiter at risk.
Please consider revising the video to ensure it promotes only the safest techniques. Kitesurfing is inherently a dangerous sport, and following proper safety protocols is crucial for minimizing risks.
If you’re unsure about the safest steps for launching a kite, please check my full tutorial, “Launching & Landing the Kite with an Assistant.” Feel free to review it and comment with any questions or concerns about the techniques I demonstrate.
Let’s make kitesurfing a safer sport for everyone 🙏🏻