Hi im looking at getting into kitesurfing.
Could someone please point me in the right direction as to what style and size
kite i should be looking for. i weigh 85kg.
Have been told by a few people that a 12m would suit. Is this correct??
If so am looking for either a kite or kite,board package.
Only looking to spend around $200-500 on kite, as want to try
before i spend alot. Any info would be great
cheers
Then just spend this money in lessons..... At least you will know if it's a sport for you.
You might find this helpful
www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/search.asp
Plenty of others have asked this question before.
If you spend $200 to $500 on your kit you will end up with some Ebay special that will result in you beating the crap out of yourself and giving it up out of frustration.
This link gives you all the info you need to know:
www.seabreeze.com.au/Articles/Kitesurfing/Kitesurfing-How-to-get-started_5193426.aspx
Lessons, lessons, lessons.
hey there ..... if your lucky to live in a place where they do lessons (not me) so i started on a ordinary kite and learning how to understand how the wind works and they say you need about 15 hrs .... you probably already know this .... i didnt so thats what im doing before i hand over dollars on a kite
cheers
maggie
I'ma cut straight to the point. Most people type bs like 'use search' la la la but really it's just as quick to tell you what you need to than typing 'use search etc etc'
You'll want a 12m kite and 133-140cm board. That's what every beginner basically gets around your weight and it's what's going to give you the most use.
Don't kite in anything above 25 knots though.
Check out the Gear reviews section...
www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Review/2012-BWS-Noise-vs-2012-North-Rebel/?page=6#969853
Everyone has different opinions.
Bugger the brand, learn to fly the kite with your eyes closed, learn safety rules, how to self rescue, learn how to fly the kite with one hand, and bodydrag upwind effectively. You will have no problems. Whatever you spend your coins on, it wont matter as long as you buy a modernish kite...... Check out the newbies tricks and tips for information, rather than the general forum.
www.seabreeze.com.au/Articles/Kitesurfing/Kitesurfing-How-to-get-started_5193426.aspx
Hope this helps
I suggest lessons!!
I broke my leg in Dec 10 while learning to kite. I never had proper lessons until then.
I can kite now but it's painful!
