fatality in SPI

Regarding 08 waroos and bridles, yes they are smaller and less likely to catch the tip, BUT it is still possible. In my case I did a "slide kite down wind and launch like on water" self launch.. when it slid, the bridle caught the back of the tip. Newer kites loop with less power at first, but the power increases as the lines wrap and tighten up... making the situation worse as time progresses so it's important to escape immediately.

But, looping kites are part of the sport. It happens on all kites of all brands and types for various reasons and there isn't really a way to prevent it. Sad thing is it's rarely if ever mentioned in lessons. I've seen lots of beginners nearly get whacked by their looping kite... barely escaping with luck and then saying "not sure what happened or why, and had no idea what to do".