Pros n cons as always but this may be helpful information for those who have various injuries / medical problems and still want to enjoy kiting Or just want to maximize your fun time on the water with minimum risk and energy expenditure...
Some years back I mentioned about children and that the forces and posture will eventually take its toll on their 'developing' spinal curvature... so would be good for parents to learn and show them some basic stretches / exercises to counter this.
They have a lot of years ahead of them - give them a good start...
Lastly - the Wedgy problem that pisses off 'everyone' and makes people sometimes shy away - can be moded to solve the problem.
The manufacturers need to do this as a standard...
The Fix - a firm triangular pad about 4-6 inches in length, needs to be sewn into where the lower leg straps meet at the bottom..
It instantly stops the wedgy and makes it more comfortable.
When you go to a park - and sit on a rubber belt swing, your butt is supported and your legs hang over - NO WEDGY !
I'll [post a pic of mine when I'm home next week..
I can't ride a waist harness. I've got a buggered lower back, so seat harness is the go for sure.
Great video!! Should be required viewing by all kitesurfers. The camera work, kite skills and even the comments are worth your time.
By the way, seat harness for me after 2x broken ribs and a history of lower back issues.
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Great video!! Should be required viewing by all kitesurfers. The camera work, kite skills and even the comments are worth your time.
By the way, seat harness for me after 2x broken ribs and a history of lower back issues.
Agreed - The technology is here and could be useful as an extra Marketing tool..
It will be like the long leash, it just came with the harness so it stayed there - short leashes are slowly taking over because of safety issues..
