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| SAFETY TIPS WHEN FLYING A POWER KITE |
Safety first!
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Never fly near: |
| - Power lines - Roads - Airfields - Railway lines - People and animals - Poles or fences - Thunderstorms |
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When venturing into power kiting you should already have a very good idea of how to fly a kite before getting onto anything that moves. You need to be able to fly the kite without watching it. |
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Use common sense when dealing with these kites, they are big and very powerful and can be potentially very dangerous. |
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Never hold onto the lines when under tension or try to launch the kite holding onto the flying lines. |
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Keep your kite and line away from bystanders, lines under tension can cut or burn. |
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Always make sure that you have enough space around you. When launching power kites in strong winds they can pull you forward or even drag you off your feet. |
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Never underestimate the power of your kite or that of the wind. Try to fly in winds that you feel comfortable in. Be aware of your limitations and never try to exceed them. |
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