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WIND RANGE
7
8
9
SIZE (m
SIZE (m
)
)
2
2
25 +
20 > 35
15 > 30
WIND RANGE (knts)
WIND RANGE (knts)
4
5
6
SIZE (m
SIZE (m
2
2
)
)
30 +
25 +
23 +
WIND RANGE (knts)
WIND RANGE (knts)
8
9
10
TAILLE (m
SIZE (m
2
2
)
)
22 +
17 +
14 +
PLAGE DE VENT (nds)
WIND RANGE (knts)
7
9
11
SIZE (m
SIZE (m
)
)
2
2
WIND RANGE (knts)
WIND RANGE (knts)
+25
14 > 24
11 > 22
5
6.4
8
SIZE (m
SIZE (m
)
)
2
2
WIND RANGE (knts)
WIND RANGE (knts)
30 +
25 +
20 > 35
4
5
6
SIZE (m
SIZE (m
)
)
2
2
WIND RANGE (knts)
WIND RANGE (knts)
35 +
30 +
28 +
THE WIND RANGES ARE EXPRESSED IN KNOTS
AND THE SIZES IN ACTUAL SQUARE METERS.
THIS WIND RANGE IS GIVEN TO YOU AS AN
INDICATION FOR A RIDER WEIGHTING 75 KG.
WIND RANGE VARIES ACCORDING TO EACH
RIDER. IT DEPENDS ON:
• The rider's level: the more you progress the more you
will be able to use the kite in the upper wind range.
• The rider's weight: the bigger you are the more you
will be able to use the kite in the upper wind range.
• The type of board used: Twin-tip, surf or foil.
Bft
Km/h
Knots
Description
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
00
<1
<1
Calm, smoke raises vertically.
01
1-5
1-3
Light air.
02
6-11
4-6
Gentle breeze.
03
12-19
7-10
Flags extended, good wind for beginners.
04
20-28
11-16
First white caps appear; make your first runs.
05
29-38
17-21
Trees begin to sway, attempt your first jumps.
06
39-49
22-27
Sand blows on the beach.
07
50-61
28-33
The white caps are all over, reserved to advanced riders.
08
62-74
34-40
Resistance felt in walking against wind.
09
75-88
41-47
Watch the power of nature.
10+
>89
>48
Stay home!
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This table is for guidance only.
You should also take into account the wind density.
Watch out also for unstable wind.
10
11
12
14
12 > 26
11 > 24
10 > 22
8 > 18
7
8
9
10
11
20 +
16 > 28
14 > 25
12 > 22
10 > 20
13
15
17
8 > 18
8 > 16
8 > 14
10
12
14
17
19
12 > 26
8 > 22
8 > 19
8 > 15
8 > 12
7
8
9
11
13
25 +
20 > 30
15 > 25
11 > 20
9 > 18
You also must choose your kite according to: the
aerological situation (the airflow quality), the weather
conditions (wind direction, speed, forecast), and the
overall quality of the spot and the level of safety it offers.
When you get to the spot, measure up the wind speed.
Take your time to figure out the conditions, don't make
any mistake, one minute is not enough, you need to
check that the wind is steady and free of gusts. Check
out the other kites, their sizes, that will give you some
indications on the conditions. If you hesitate between
two kite sizes always take the smaller one, you will have
more fun riding underpowered rather than overpowered.
If you cannot walk backward alone with the kite in the air,
that means that you are overpowered. Land your kite.
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SAFETY
READ CAREFULLY THIS USER GUIDE BEFORE USING YOUR KITE
AND KEEP IT STORED FOR FUTURE READING.
Using a kite involves inherent risks and can cause severe injuries or, sometimes fatal, accidents if
misused. F-ONE therefore strongly recommends to follow kiting lessons in a specialized school be-
fore using a kitesurfing kite for the first time. To find your nearest school, please check our website
f-one.world/dealers. When kitesurfing, you agree to take full responsibility for your own safety and
those of others, which includes informing subsequent users/owners of your equipment of the risks and
responsibilities involved. Before practicing, make sure that you are properly covered by an insurance
for any damage or injuries caused to third parties while practicing kiting sports. Please refer to your
national kitesurfing body or federation to get more information on insurance and responsibilities.
A FEW SAFETY TIPS TO KNOW AND FOLLOW
Specialized equipment contributes to your own safety but constant care and caution
remains the best way to avoid any problem. Please keep in mind that wind and weather can
be unpredictable and that no-one can be in full control of the kite all the time.
RULE N°1 - YOUR OWN SAFETY
Never ever tie yourself permanently to a kite
without a quick-release device. You should
always be able to release the kite from you rapidly
in case of emergency (tangled lines, strong gusts
of wind, injury...). You should therefore rinse your
gear as often as possible and perform regular
checks of the wear of your release system and all
other components.
All F-ONE kitebars are fitted with a quick release
enabling you to fully depower your kite and
safety leash which can be released to let go the
kite completely.
RULE N°2 - GET SET UP
HELMET
It is strongly recommended to wear a helmet to
protect you from your board in case of a fall or
any other unexpected situations and especially
when launching and landing the kite from the
ground.
WETSUIT
Choose a full-length wetsuit (water T° <19°C) or
a shorty (water T°>19°C) depending on the water
temperature. Be aware that you will use more
energy when you are cold.
LIFE VEST
The life vest can help you with the waterstart
and the relaunch of your kite. It might also be
welcome when falling hard from your first jumps
and will become your new best mate if you ever
have to swim back to the shore.
You should never attempt to grab a kite by its
lines as they can cause severe cuts when under
tensions.
This kite is neither a flying device (such as a
paraglider) nor a floating device and should not
be used as such.
You should never go riding alone. It is strongly
recommended to practice in the company
of other users who could eventually call for
assistance or help in case of emergency.
HARNESS
Your harness must be comfortable but strong as
it is the link between you and the kite. Seat or
waist harnesses can both be used, however seat
harnesses are more appropriate for beginners.
Indeed, seat harnesses do not move upward
as much when keeping the kite right above you
which beginners tend to do more.
A few useful accessories for your harness:
- a line cutter
- a loop to attach your board or kite leash.
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