It is very important you know your kite’s safety system and what happens when it is pulled. Please follow the instructions below to make sure you test it safely. If unsure contact a qualified kite instructor near you before trying.
Safety systems available are; Re-ride 5th line, mini 5th line and single line. The kite will react slightly differently depending on which of these you have.
Choose a day with light to moderate winds (at or below 17 knots).
If there is a school at the beach let the instructor know you intend to test your safety and ask him to keep an eye on you.
Set your kite up and launch the kite, making sure you are flying in an area without anybody directly downwind of you. In case you need to release the kite completely make sure there are no dangers (such as roads, beach goers etc.)
Be certain that your safety leash is connected correctly (if unsure ask somebody else on the beach, preferably an instructor).
Pull your chicken loop safety
The kite should completely depower and flag down onto the ground with no power. **NOTE** If your kite does not depower or your are feeling like the kite is still powered up and out of control make sure you are aware of how to release your final leash safety which will release your kite.
Practice self rescue to make sure you are confident that at any stage you are in trouble you can pull your safety and perform a self rescue.
Now that you have given the safety a run and are confident that no matter what situation you are faced with you can always pull your safety and perform a self rescue. Have a safe and fantastic season on the water. We look forward to seeing you out there.
