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From the edge of the wind window without assistance or weighing it down. Position
yourself directly upwind of the kite, as if you would launch from the power-zone. Hook
yourself into the depowerloop and keep the safety-line pulled to stop the kite from
launching prematurely. Once the kite is inflated enough, move slowly downwind until
the kite is almost at the edge of the wind window and one of the wingtips is starting to
fold slightly. Now let go of the safety-line and immediately depower. As the kite
launches steer it to the edge of the wind window just above the ground to reduce pull.
6.4. First launch in the water (Boat-launch)
To launch the kite in the water you should be an experienced FLYSURFER and the
lines and kite should have been thoroughly wrapped up with pulled safety-line. You
should first try these steps in shallow waters and in light winds.
Take the kite out of the bag and open it carefully. While unwrapping, face the leading
edge towards the wind to help inflation. Keep the bar between your legs or hooked in
the harness, so the bar can’t fly into the lines.
All current FLYSURFER kites only require about 20% pre-inflation. Lay the kite on
the water with the bridling and the trailing edge facing you. Carefully unwind the
flying-lines, as the kite drifts away from you. First attach, if possible, the SAFETY-
LEASH and then launch the kite as usual by depowering.
You can now body-drag back towards your board unless you have kept it stored on
your back in the kite bag.
Attention: This is a very advanced launching method and extreme caution should be
applied at all times. A not properly pulled safety or floating lines can cause serious
accidents and should only be performed by experienced FLYSURFERs, especially in
stronger winds.
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