Beginners Guide:

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The Gear to Get You Going:

1. KITE
The reason it’s called kite-boarding - This is what pulls the rider along. Different types include bow, hybrid, SLE and C kite, as well as the foil kite, mostly used for snow.

Average cost $1200 - $1500

2. BOARD
The other half of kiteboarding types include freestyle, wake style, surf style, skim, twin-tip and light wind.

Average cost $600 - $800

3. FOOT STRAPS
Secure the rider’s feet onto the board. Stance can vary depending on the rider’s style.

Average cost for a is $60 - $80

4. HARNESS
Connects the rider to the kite and allows the body of weight to help hold down the power of the kite.

Average cost $150 - $200

5. CONTROL BAR
The bar used to control the kite. Length varies from 18 to 24 inches, based on personal preference and kite sizes.
Average cost for complete Bar & Lines $300 - $400

6. BAR THROW
The area in which the bar controls the power of the kite. Basically, pulling the bar in gives full power and pushing it away spills the power.

7. KITE LINES
Amazingly strong, the lines that control the kite must be well maintained. They range from 10 meters to 30 meters long, and different line lengths can change the performance, power and speed of the kite.

Average one of the lines $150 - $200

8. SAFETY RELEASE
If all else fails, triggering the safety release will completely disconnect the rider from the kite.

9. HELMET
You hope never to need it, but if you do, you’ll be happy you had it.

Average cost $80 - $120

10. IMPACT VEST OR PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE ( PFD )
Extra buoyancy and protection give peace of mind so the rider can focus on riding.

Average cost $80 - $120

11. KITE LEASH
Protects you from losing your kite in case you need to deploy the safety release and prevent the kite from running away created liability situation.

Average cost $30 - $50

12. RASH GUARD
Protects your skin from long exposure to the sun and offers warmth from wind chill. For cooler temperatures don’t forget to wear proper wetsuit.

Average cost $40 -$70

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