Safety Rules
Safe Kiteboarding Rules
Always use a "Quick Release" device.
Select a safe launching site.
Do not launch close to rocks or other hazards.
Do not launch or land at crowded areas.
Always announce you are launching a kite.
Stay clear of power lines and overhead obstructions.
Always maintain a downwind safety buffer zone.
Keep windsurfers outside the kite's power-zone.
Observe all mapped kitesurfing boundaries.
Do not lay kite lines across anyone's path.
Give way to all other water users.
Landing kitesurfer gives way to the Launching kiter.
When consideration has been given to the above, normal sailing rules apply.
Prevent kites from re-launching with sand.
Disable unattended kites.
Know your own kiteboarding ability and stay with your limits.
Know the limits of your gear.
Know the weather forecast and the wind conditions
Know the sailing rules, local rules and riding areas.
Make a float and fly plan
(tell someone where you are going and when to expect you back).
Never Kite alone
Do not kite between sunset and sunrise.
Never ride further than you can swim
If in doubt, don't go out!
Do not tailgate other riders
Check your gear thoroughly before launching.
Do not kite between sunset and sunrise.
Do not launch or fly over non-kiteboarders.
Maintain a 2 x Kiteline length clear zone around all; Divers, Swimmers, Canoes.
Always use a "Kite Leash" & "Depowering Safety Device".
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