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DUOTONE UNIT 23 / UNIT 23 MANUAL
2. SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
DUOTONE STRONGLY RECOMMENDS::
If you are not yet able to foil wing foiling or if you feel insecure, you must attend a licensed school to
learn the basics of this fantastic sport. Get familiar with the safety precautions, which are indispens-
able for safe foil wing foiling.
Foil wing foiling creates a heavy strain on your body. You should only go foil wing foiling if you are
in good physical condition and suffer from no medical conditions that may prevent you from wing
foiling. Always act carefully to not endanger yourself or anyone else. Do not endanger the safety of
uninvolved third parties! Be aware of the risks you take and limit them to a minimum level!
Before going on the water make sure you are familiar with your DUOTONE equipment. For your own
safety, read the following instructions as well as product descriptions very carefully.
2.1. FOIL WING SAFETY
- Only use on unobstructed stretches of water.
- Only fly the Foil Wing if you are a good swimmer and you are wearing a life jacket.
- Use a leash equipped with a quick-release system so that you can completely detach yourself from
the Foil Wing in an emergency.
- Avoid power lines, telephone lines, airports, roads, buildings and trees.
- If you are using a board with a board leash, you must wear a helmet! Be aware of the general risks
associated with water sports, such as stones and rocks, waves, sunburn, hypothermia, jellyfish,
etc.
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS