Kiteboarding is a very famous sport among the adventure seekers, famous for its high adrenalin action and manoeuvres. Its a common question amongthe Kiteboarding enthusiasts regarding the essential gear required for safe and enjoyable Kiteboarding experience. Here, we are listing the must haves of kiteboarding.
Kiteboarding gear:
1.Kite - including the bar, lines and the safety system. Kite includes the bar to connect the kite and also the lines that are used to tie the kite with the bar. A special safety system is also included and all this together is called "kite complete".
2.Board selection of the kitesurfing board depends on your weight, riding ability, and experience. Go for a small board if you have are a lighter weight rider and/or have more board experience, and a medium or large size board if you are heavier or just a beginner rider. Make sure that your board includes: fins, foot pads, foot straps and screws.
3.Harness again, depending on your experience and expertise, you can either choose a seat harness or a waist harness. A seat harness is recommended for starters and is very safe. A waist harness on the other hand is for professionals and people ready to take some risk for more rush.
Always remember that Kiteboarding is an adventure sports and involves lots of risk if attended without expert support. Make sure you have had the right kind of training and an expert at hand when you start surfing on your own.
Apart from the above mentioned gear, the following essentials must be considered before you take the plunge and start pumping your adrenalin.
Must have:
Always prefer to ride with a friend just to make sure you get help if and when needed.
Kites a spare kite can always come handy
Control bar with lines
Safety system for attaching your leash
Pump make sure it is working fine
Board
Straps to set on the board and adjusted to fit booties or bare feet
Board leash along with a must have helmet
Harness
Spreader bar on harness
Protective head gear and eye gear
Tool box with all essential tools to fix the board and kite
Drinking water need to be sure not get dehydrated
Protein food quick energy food like protein bars would help
Wet suit
Booties
Gloves
Hood
Polypro under garments
