VANCOUVER ISLAND WINDTALK

Anyone want to tell me what they think of starting Kiteboarding with a rig setup like this? I'm newbie.

I'm learning the training kite, will get a few water lessons soon, and used to windsurf shortboards all the time.

Thanks for your 2 cents...good deal? or is there better?

Inflatable kites versus others? Pros Cons Beginners?

http://oceanrodeo.com/kiting/packages.php

Am I right in thinking I should grab a 12m for Nitinat?

Thanks!

Spineshaker

The 9m ONE is a great kite 18-30 knots ... The larger 'ones' are not as fun as the 10 - 12 m RISE but the average sized person could learn fairly safely on the 12 m... The first kite you own may get destroyed by nasty crashes ... I'm a fan of the O.R. MAKO having used a prototype 150 x 30 cm for years & now replaced with the 150 x 40 cm wide ... Your body mass dictates which size kite is best for you as does sailing location conditions & attitude !!! The bridled (ONE & RISE) kites are far safer than the 'C' kites (BRONCO & DIABLO) for learning because of the depower potential ... Having said all that , If you want to go 'retro' Kendra/Chris have a great deal that would cover you 12-30 knots ... http://www.bigwavedave.ca/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=3060

Thanks for the tips. Funny, I just saw that post on UsedVic and asked him what year the kites were

I'm 209lbs?

Does that indicate anything to ya! (apart from that I like cheesecake)

So I guess I'm saying...

Nitinat
209 lbs
Beginner
I like safety

Sounds like a 12m Rise?

As for boards? A Zen? What length?

Thanks so much for your help!

12m rise & the wide MAKO would be a good start ...

Good Day,

12m rise is a decent kite, lots of pull, like my 16 bronco. I would almost want to suggest a 10m rise. Should this be a normal year at the lake, a 10m rise may be of more use. I put forth this recomendation only if you plan to spend time out here a Nitinaht. I also would like to say,if you are just learning and planning Nitinaht this summer, it would be wise to hook up with one of the instructors, either Dwayne or Marie even for just a few hours to fully familiarize yourself with the gear and the basics of larger kites. Playing with a trainer is a great start and highly reccomended, adding the extra time with a qualified instructor would just help cement the knowledge, lauching and safety issues a little more. As for boards, don't go too short, but also not too long, between 134 and 160 is typical. A wider board will provide more plaining ability but sometimes can be more `skittish` . You are welcome to call me at the store, 250-745-3375 for any information. We do have 07 gear at clearance prices so good deals are to be had.

does hieght have much of a factor in board length??
im just starting to round up some gear as we speak.. wanna go camp out at the lake and grab some lessons!!
shoulda started this when i was born!!!!

oh yea.. 220lb 6'5"

heh, height in my limited knowledge does not really play a factor unless you want to start doing grabs and stuff, your weight is the primary factor as well as what and how you want to ride. Wind conditions also should be considered. If your always in light wind a wider longer board might serve you better as it allows better planeability, but if your in heavier winds the shorter board is definately the option of choice for most.