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by CARMELHILL
Thu Jun 01, 2023 3:43 pm
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: Self launch and self land option
Replies: 165
Views: 64074

Re: Self launch and self land option

I wouldn't mind having a 5th line attached to the kite, attach my landing carabiner to that, and just let go of the bar so the kite tacos from the fifth line on the leading edge. Fully depowered landing. Ozone uses a a rear ride system for their Hyperlinks during snow kiting but they recommend disco...
by CARMELHILL
Wed May 31, 2023 8:57 pm
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: Self launch and self land option
Replies: 165
Views: 64074

Re: Self launch and self land option

Here's two videos from different angles of me landing my Pansh A15 15 meter in 12 to 15 mph winds. I use both methods. I use a sand bag with a rope and a carabiner clip, which attaches to the rear turning line. I also put 1-1/2" pvc stakes into the sand facing into the wind to grab the kites lines o...
by CARMELHILL
Mon Feb 13, 2023 7:45 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: 20m LEI Kites - Its Time
Replies: 767
Views: 49901

Re: 20m LEI Kites - Its Time

I had the same issues as all you guys, but I only weigh 165 pounds. I bought the 2006 Waroo 20m when it came out and loved it on my 133 twintip. It had so much grunt and I could kite when there was the littlest bit of wind texture on the water. I finally dumped the kite 3 years ago because it was be...
by CARMELHILL
Mon Aug 29, 2022 2:27 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Sometimes you just have to get out there...
Replies: 6
Views: 863

Re: Sometimes you just have to get out there...

I'm getting crushed this summer. I moved from Long Island NY to New Smyrna Beach on the east coast of Florida in late June. NY is getting 15 to 10 knots almost everyday. Meanwhile I can't buy a puff of wind here. It's excruciating. I didn't realize the wind was THIS bad during the summer. I've vacat...
by CARMELHILL
Thu Feb 17, 2022 2:36 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Drysuit With Socks
Replies: 29
Views: 6388

Re: Drysuit With Socks

I'm surprised you guys use the latex socks with wool socks and then neoprene boots. I tried that for one season and then cut them off, to swap latex ankle seals. I found all those materials made me completely lose the feel of the board.
by CARMELHILL
Mon Oct 18, 2021 2:08 pm
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: Self launch and self land option
Replies: 165
Views: 64074

Re: Self launch and self land option

I've tried it with my 12m Ozone Hyperlink and haven't bee too thrilled. You can't pull the rear line in through the carabiner enough to get the kite to calm down because you eventually get snagged on the bridle pulley. The kite isn't powered up at this point, but in powered winds the kite still has ...
by CARMELHILL
Wed Jun 09, 2021 12:50 am
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: Self launch and self land option
Replies: 165
Views: 64074

Re: Self launch and self land option

When there are people around just find someone and spend a good proper minute explaining how to help you by grabbing and holding on to the tip. Unless the wind is weak enough for the backstall-trick. I see your thinking. I've asked people once or twice. They generally want to look cool, helping out...
by CARMELHILL
Mon Jun 07, 2021 1:15 am
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: Self launch and self land option
Replies: 165
Views: 64074

Re: Self launch and self land option

I was thinking about the simplicity of the carabiner landing too. I use a cheap drawstring backpack as a sand bag and clip a leash and carabiner to the strings. These things are so compact, if your doing a downwinder, you can fold it flat and stuff it in the back of your wetsuit and fill it with san...
by CARMELHILL
Mon May 24, 2021 3:42 am
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: Self launch and self land option
Replies: 165
Views: 64074

Re: Self launch and self land option

I finally got a chance to test the self landing method that I had in mind for a while. The gear requirements are minimal. You need an anchor (in my case a bag filled with sand), a piece of rope or leash (not too short), and a carabiner. Steps: 1. Go to the anchor and clip the carabiner on a steerin...
by CARMELHILL
Wed Mar 03, 2021 2:43 am
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: Hyperlink V3
Replies: 30
Views: 26553

Re: Hyperlink V3

I'd be interested in upgrading from my Hyperlink V1 12meter. Love that dam kite. I'd like a size 14 or 15 though. Need just a little bit more.

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