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How did it go yesterday? I was well powered on a 12 m early on, even retuned it once for less power. Then things eased off midday. It was a nice morning session. Did you have some nice waves up that way?
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Conditions were the same up this way, Flew my 10hp for a couple of hours in the am Sunday. Surf was in the 2-4ft range with an underlying NE swell in it. Sat was w-i-n-d-e-r All ways good to get wet!!
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Hi there,
Newbie here, taking first lesson at LBTS on Saturday. I've been watching YT videos, and googling for lessons and tips. if there is a section or any tips for newbies, pass them my way (pls). -------------- Q: How long till I should be able to go out, and come back to shore? (in windsurfing the standard answer was 3 days or less...) -fwiw, I can windsurf, trick ski,& sail. TIA! |
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I hope you have good weather for your lessons.
There is a great deal of useful content on this site for both new and experienced kiters. I would read over the top stickies at: http://fksa.org/forumdisplay.php?f=45 for how to progress into the sport. I would carefully read the top stickies dealing with weather at http://fksa.org/forumdisplay.php?f=29 and look over the rest of Lessons From the Hard Side for general object lessons. There are a great deal in those accounts. You might do it the same day with good progress in a place like Biscayne Bay with no waves to speak of and shallow water to standup in. In the open ocean it might take a few days with waves and deep water slow you down. You will learn from reading over the posts at the above links and others, there is a great deal more to know and skills to develop than simply being able to ride out and back. You can learn to steer an airplane in less than ten minutes. Ok, now land it. There is simply a lot more to learning the sport. .
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As Rick says, it is much easier to learn in flat, shallow water as it gives you confidence. Don't go out further than you are willing or able to swim back. Know your limitations. If everyone is riding 7m kites and you only have a 12m, go home or watch. Get off the beach when flying your kite. Water is much safer! Keep watch for squalls. Take you time. Distance is your friend. There are many more. But most important would be to KNOW WHERE YOUR RELEASE IS! Muscle memory will save your ass if and when you panick. Have fun! Noel oTHErside Boardsports www.othersideboardsports.com Florida Keys |
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