Re: Do it or don't ? Learn it by yourself...
Posted: Tue Jul 28, 2015 1:52 pm
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MarianoMoll wrote:+1 on what he said.Burness wrote:I'd like to chime in here. And I apologize in advance for playing Devil's Advocate...
I Picked up kiting by myself in 2003....
Regards,
Brad
Newfoundland Canada
I friend of mine gave a one hour lesson, I bought two used kites and one board on line and learned the rest practicing by my self. I read a lot on line. Especially the safety issues.
That was back in 2004.I was a windsurfer and boat sailor before.
I didn't brake any thing, I didn't hurt my self or other.
I always kept my head on. That's the most important thing. Always think and check twice before doing anything. And if in doubt, don't go and save yourself for another time.
I also have to say that my learning spot was very safe. Open sandy beaches, light steady breeze the whole summer.
Probably wouldn't have gone that way if the spot or the wind were tricky in any way.
I agree and I think it is irresponsible to say "I did it and I'm still alive" sort of thing. So I think a conversation about what these guys are trying to say is prudent.FLandOBX wrote:Just because some people have learned to kiteboard without incident doesn't mean it's a smart decision. Most who self-taught would probably recommend lessons to those with access to good instruction.
We can't completely eliminate risk in kiteboarding (or in life), but we can manage it. Starting with lessons is a prudent way to manage risk (as well as accelerate the learning process).
No, I re read my post and I can't find any where where it says 'DON'T TAKE LESSONS'Laughingman wrote:So what are you guys saying? Are you suggesting Saferider not take lessons?
MarianoMoll wrote:+1 on what he said.Burness wrote:I'd like to chime in here. And I apologize in advance for playing Devil's Advocate...
I Picked up kiting by myself in 2003....
Regards,
Brad
Newfoundland Canada
I friend of mine gave a one hour lesson, I bought two used kites and one board on line and learned the rest practicing by my self. I read a lot on line. Especially the safety issues.
That was back in 2004.I was a windsurfer and boat sailor before.
I didn't brake any thing, I didn't hurt my self or other.
I always kept my head on. That's the most important thing. Always think and check twice before doing anything. And if in doubt, don't go and save yourself for another time.
I also have to say that my learning spot was very safe. Open sandy beaches, light steady breeze the whole summer.
Probably wouldn't have gone that way if the spot or the wind were tricky in any way.
You are still missing the point. You have no idea who is reading your message. You don't know if they are young and dumb, or complete idiots who have no idea what self regulate or how to identify risk and mitigate it.MarianoMoll wrote: No, I re read my post and I can't find any where where it says 'DON'T TAKE LESSONS'
What I say is that teaching yourself is not impossible. It's something that many did and many will do.
Teaching yourself is not grabbing the first kite you come accross, fly it and end up tangled against a tree. Teaching your self means to learn by reading, watching videos and asking, then evaluate and then try bit by bit, always being as safe as kiting can be.