FredBGG wrote:Jugglajon wrote:Just finished your lessons and taking the first steps as an independent kiteboarder?
We've compiled some tips for you to help make those first sessions without your instructor a little easier.
Hope they help someone out there.
http://www.whenitswindy.com/wp/?page_id=178
Hmm loads of photos of kites... and than towards the end of your list gear... including a helmet.
So why in the f**k are there no helmets in the photos of kiters on your web pages????
Usual crap....
I'm impressed that the crap I published was of sufficient quality to hold your attention until the end...
I would suggest you take a look again at the pictures. In case you can't be bothered, there are photos of people wearing helmets in that article and throughout my site. Yes there are also pictures of people not wearing them...
This particular guide is for beginners. It is advisable for beginners to wear a helmet but it is everyone's personal choice....
I have pictures of myself both wearing a helmet and not wearing one on this site for what its worth.
For me I decide dependant upon conditions, spots, other beach users. Still I would recommend someone in the early stages of kiteboarding to wear a helmet as protection from the board and other water users.
I will soon be learning to hydrofoil and intend to heed my own advice. I will be a beginner once more and will wear appropriate attire.
Please note I intend to release more crap into this environment soon, I hope some of it helps someone.