Kite Surfing Safety - Avoid Getting Lofted

• Check the weather. Go kite surfing on a day with almost perfect weather condition. Do not kite surf when there is an impending storm or if the weather radar shows any signs of weather instability. Wait until the weather becomes suitable for Kite Surfing.


• Do not kite surf with onshore winds or if you are located 300 feet upwind of obstructions. Kite surf more than 300 feet onshore if you encounter onshore winds. If possible, have an assisted landing when you make it to the shore. Avoid jumping on shore or where there are hard objects.


• Keep your kite positioned at the edge of your Wind Window, near the surface if you are immobile either in water or in land. This will enable you to be dragged rather than get lofted. If you encounter strong gusts of wind, depower your kite to avoid further dragging or getting serious injuries.


• Remain unhooked if you are closing in on hard objects or if gusty conditions are developing. Get ready to let go or use a snap shackle to lock your chicken loop. Put together your snap shackle carefully to be able to release it correctly.


• Wear a helmet and impact vest. If there is a possibility of stronger winds, use shorter lines. Never launch a kite near crowded areas, vertical obstructions, and even thermal generating conditions. Be aware of bystanders.