Copied from old forum:
February 20 2001 by doomwheels
Of course it is a good idea to spend time learning to fly well first. Becoming familiar with the kite is important so that you may comfortably turn
your attention to the many other situations that occur while you are skating.
Once you are rolling, fly the kite out to the edge of the wind window and concentrate on skating a line slightly upwind from the kite’s position
(10-20 degrees) thus increasing the power of the kite and your forward speed. If you start slowing and becoming overpowered, turn slightly toward the
kite. Focus on how much is enough and how much is too much.
Otherwise, I suggest wearing good safety gear (pads), locating a good open field free of obstacles and wind blocks, and be careful of high speed or
bumpy terrain while using skates with small wheels (less than 10 inch diameter), they are easily tripped up by small surface dents.
One more tip for beginners:
When they kite first launches, it climbs through the most powerful part of the wind window. When launching in high winds, it is best for beginners to
either have a friend launch the kite or sit while launching to avoid being overpowered.
Have fun!
BC
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