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14.2. Variable Line Length (VLL)
FLYSURFER kites (except for the COOL) have 3 separable flying-lines of 3 m, 6 m
and 12 m, which add up to 21 m in length. That way, you can adjust the line lengths
to your own personal preferences, the spot or the conditions in 3 m intervals. The
advantage to RAM-Air kites is that they don’t lose their projected surface when the
lines are shortened, due to their bridle-lines.
In order to increase or decrease the line lengths, you have to unloop them. Make
sure that the loops and knots are very tight when you put them back together. The
standard lengths are the best compromise for the current riding style. If you want to
lengthen your flying-lines, you just have to buy 3 extension-lines of the same length.
Length Effects Optimal for
Shortened
Due to decrease in wind window size
faster change of kite position is
possible.
The kite gets a more direct feel.
Less room to move the kite and closer
proximity to water surface. Especially
when close to the water surface,
underpowered riding is more difficult.
more control when
overpowered, especially in
gusts
tight locations
wave kiting
more safety due to more
direct kite control
reduced risk for lofting
Standard
length 21 m
Most optimal compromise
all-round performance
Additional
lengthening
Due to increase in wind window size
change of kite position in the window is
prolonged. Therefore it is easier to keep
the kite in motion in the window when
underpowered. If wind strength stronger
at higher kite elevations, light wind
performance is additionally enhanced.
Responsiveness is markedly reduced
e.g. in gusts.
underpowered cruising in
certain conditions
more hang-time
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