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Notes Table of contents ________________________________________________ Important Notice _______________________________4 Attaching lines to wingtips______________________14 ________________________________________________ Introduction ___________________________________4 Launching with a partner _______________________16 Caution ________________________________________5 Landing the kite _______________________________17 ________________________________________________ Components ___________________________________6 Self-launching ________________________________17...

This is not a kitesurfing instruction manual, nor does it eliminate the necessity for obtaining professional instruction in the sport of traction kiting. The user is therefore advised to obtain such instruction as well as familiarizing him/herself with the information contained in this manual prior to flying this kite. Complete instruction may be obtained at an authorized Ocean Rodeo kite dealer. For information on lessons in your area go to www.oceanrodeo.com. Ocean Rodeo kite. We trust that you will find It to be a superior product. Our kites are the result of years of passionate R&D...

Before you launch any kite, it is imperative to take certified kiteboarding lessons. For Information on lessons in your Selecting the right size kite for the conditions, your ability and weight This chart Is a rough guideline. Many factors can affect your decision of which size of kite to use. Body weight, wind direction and steadiness, kiting ability, line length, etc should all be considered. When In doubt, ask someone who Is capable or If there is no one to ask, It is better to err on a smaller size. Skill Level ^^^^ Location: safe site criteria The site for your kiteboarding must meet...

1. Inflation: Before you Inflate your kite, make sure you have a suitable "anchor" to weight down your kite (sand, fine gravel, weight bag, etc). Important - Before Inserting pump nipple Into bladder, make several pumps to clear nipple of any debris (sand, stones, etc) Debris In the bladder can cause small punctures. Important - Always use the largest nozzle size possible. The backdraft valve can be damaged If the nozzle Is Inserted too far. Important - When pumping up a kite for Its first time, make sure the Inner bladder Is filling up all corners of the strut. If not, see strut bladder...

Make sure your kite bar has a safety leash system that will totally depower the kite. For more information on the safety system see Ocean Rodeo kite bar manual at www.oceanrodeo.com. Kite bar length can be varied to control turn response of kite. Longer bar increases turn speed, shorter bar decreases. For bungee type leash this distance must be at least 1/2 span of kite. Leash lengths For sliding leash this distance must be at least the span of the kite from bar tol ine stopper. equal length when kite will perform well and look like are shorter than the fronts the kite will be prone to...

Your kite has three attachment points on each wingtip, one front and two rear. Each pigtail (line Before attaching your lines, attachment chart. kite, make a larks Wind Range Front Rear Comments chance of stalling kite Best overall, slow turning Best overall, fast tuning High end, quick tuning Best high end, most depower as rear lines have the least effect on kite Front Attachments Most depower. Sits furthest forward Best overall position. Good power and depower. Best jumping. Wake style-Least depower Kite sits back in wind window. Rear Attachments The rear lines connect to the kite with a...

Launching with a partner kite by the leading edge, the helper holds the kite sideways with lines taut slowly walking downwind until the kite is flying on the edge of the window. The pilot then slowly flies the kite up to the neutral position overhead. In preparation to launching the kite the lines should be 90 degrees to the wind direction with the leading edge facing the wind. The trim strap on the bar should be set to reduce the power during launching. Holding the Note - The kite should never be released until both people agree that the lines are correctly fastened, free of tangles and...

The smaller sizes relaunch with ease. The larger sizes relaunch well when using our unique launching technique. To get the kite to roll over on Its back, pull hard on the bar (like you're starting an outboard motor or lawn mower) then quickly slacken the lines by moving the bar forward and swimming towards the kite. Once the kite rolls over, steer the kite to the side of the wind window and fly It off the water. Depowerlng your kite by using your center trim strap can help the relaunch process. For those who wish to use a 5th line or a reverse launch bridle, attachment points are located on...

4C¡¿e- cave. aiAci n\aiiA-èe_iAaiAce_ • Keep your kite out of the sun when not in use • Deflate the leading edge and roll the kite when left on the beach to eliminate flutter damage • Dry the kite after using, as failure to do so can cause mildew and color bleeding • Rinse the kite with fresh water after extended salt water use • Check on the Inside of the leading edge tube (where the body material sews on) for rocks, etc • Inspect the kite regularly for small tears, loose stitching and general wear, and have repaired as soon as possible • Beware of heat In vehicles if storing your kite...

2 Cover the bladder with soapy water using a sponge or cloth 4 Once the leak has been located mark It with a pen 5 Rinse the bladder with clean water 6 Lightly sand the area with the sandpaper provided 7 Apply the peel and stick patch — press firmly 8 Place the bladder In a plastic bag containing talc powder and shake It until the bladder Is completely covered. This will help to slide bladder back Into kite. «Simt bladder 1 Lay the bladder out flat with the valve side up 2 Reattach the line to the valve at the trailing edge of the strut [7] 3 Gently feed the front of the bladder and the...