If you've been kitesurfing for any length of time, this video will send chills up your spine, or should at least give you a spurt of adrenaline.

A dodgy launch location (rocks), gusty wind .. I'd hazard a guess the only reason the bloke is not dead is because he wasn't full locked in managed to dump the kite after kissing a few rocks.

Kitesurfing can be hazardous, if you don't take the proper precautions.   Checkout our articles on kitesurfing safety, such as "Do I need kitesurfing lessons?", "Should I use a board leash" and "Safe Kitesurfing Guidelines"