Self-Rescue - Flysurfer Speed4 Lotus Bedienungsanleitung

09.01 Self-Rescue

If one is in danger of drifting away from
the shore with an un-relaunchable
kite, then it may be prudent to aban-
don the kite and swim back to shore
if possible. Otherwise it is wise to
stay with your kite, as it will make
you easier to spot for rescuers.
Packing down in deep water is only
recommended for experienced kiters
and should be practiced beforehand.
Activate the Quick Release.
Work your way up the endline
to the bar. Once at the bar, wind
the loose endline round the bot-
tom of the bar in a figure of 8.
Tip: The flagged out kite
can be pulled behind you
on the safety leash when
swimming back. However,
this needs a lot of strength
and is only recommended
for very short distances.
Now roll the flying lines onto the
bar and secure them with the bungies
or even better using a half hitch.
Grab the kite.
Caution: It is very easy
to get caught up in the
bridle lines that are floating
around. Avoid unnecessary
swimming movements. A
line knife in your harness
can be a very useful tool in
a worst case scenario.
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