Kite Surfing Techniques - Toeside
Riding toeside is a fun way to ride. Likewise, it makes it possible to do some nice transitions. There are two ways to end up in a toeside position. You can slide or jump into this position.
When sliding, it is important to switch your weight from your heelside to your toeside at exactly the right time.
Push out your back leg to initiate the slide. As soon as your board has slided 90 degrees, change your weight to your other leg and change the weight from your heelside to your toeside.
Usually, you let go of the bar with one hand. This is not necessary but makes your body position a lot more comfortable.
Once you’re in a toeside position, divide your weight over both your legs.
Changing into toeside while jumping follows the same principles as sliding; only it is performed while in the air.
Body position
Because you‘re in an awkward position, it will take you a while to ride comfortable this way. With practice, it will feel the same as when riding normally.
What’s important is to divide your weight evenly as you would do while riding normally. Again, your front leg is less bent than your back leg. As you can see, it is much more comfortable if you leg go with one hand.
The more speed you have, the higher you will jump.
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