Source: http://nedsurfshots.blogspot.com/2010/08/couple-more-from-last-week.html
Friday, October 29, 2010
How Skydiving Changed My Life
This is one of my favorite columns in Parachutist Magazine and one of those things I make time to read in every issue. Some of these people have incredible stories of how they got into the sport and how being a skydiver has completely changed their lives. Looking back over the year and change that [...]
Source: http://skydivechick.com/2010/09/how-skydiving-changed-my-life/
Scuba Diver Girls Snorkel with the Sharks!
Margo and Stephanie decide to snorkel by the Marine Room in San Diego because this is the time of the year for the leopard sharks! Off they went to see the sharks, which are normally in the sand but today they were in the shallows next to the cave. And when they found them…they REALLY [...]
Last Weekend For Autumn Bowl
This is the last weekend to skate New York's famed Autumn Bowl. Get the full story on NY Skateboarding.
Source: http://theskateboardmag.com/blogs/templeton-elliott/2010/10/28/last-weekend-for-autumn-bowl/
My 6th Slalomevent at Sotavento
The third PWA Slalom of the 2010 season here at Fuerteventura saw a lot of different conditions while 5 days of competition. From 40 knots down to 15 knots, which are relatively unusual for Sotavento at this period of the time. It�s over for 3 days already. We sailed 10 full rounds. I finished 36th [...]
Source: http://www.chrispressler.com/?p=1510
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California River Awards 2010
It’s that time of year when the luminaries of the California Rafting and watershed scene gather for an evening of celebration, hob-nobbing, and fund-raising–yep, get your engines started for the star-studded Friends of the River California River Awards! This year the awards will be held Friday October 8th at the Presidio Officer’s Club in San [...]
Source: http://blog.aorafting.com/california-river-awards-2010/
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Video: Roadside Attraction on Icicle Creek
I could just as easily call this video “Why I love whitewater kayaking” because it’s a perfect example of everything that’s amazing about it – the beautiful surroundings, the thrill of whitewater and the great people you do it with.� This is me, Rob McKibbin, Dave Moroles and Sam Grafton on Roadside Attraction on Icicle [...]
Source: http://www.ireneskayakingblog.com/paddle-trips/video-roadside-attraction-on-icicle-creek/
Scuba Diver Girls train on OTS Full Face Masks with Comm
The girls head up to Orange County to board the Ocean Technology Systems boat and head out to Catalina Island for a day of full face mask diving and talking underwater! On the way out, Mike steered us right near a huge pod of dolphins…it was amazing watching the dolphins swim with the boat! John [...]
California River Awards 2010
It’s that time of year when the luminaries of the California Rafting and watershed scene gather for an evening of celebration, hob-nobbing, and fund-raising–yep, get your engines started for the star-studded Friends of the River California River Awards! This year the awards will be held Friday October 8th at the Presidio Officer’s Club in San [...]
Source: http://blog.aorafting.com/california-river-awards-2010/
Glenn Michelfelder Place Part
Glenn Michelfelder puts down an impressive part out of Germany.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/g6x39-k-spA/glenn-michelfelder-place-part.html
Dive Computers ? Our Aquatic Personal Assistants
Computer Vs. Tables I tap my air gauge to indicate that I?d like to know my buddy?s air situation, he signals back that he?s still got over a hundred Bar, I look at my gauge and see that I?m also over a hundred, so I signal that we could head a little deeper to investigate [...]
Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/dive-computers-our-aquatic-personal-assistants/
Antwaun Dixon Epicly Later'd Part Three
Antwaun Dixon ends up in hand cuffs in part three of his Epicly Later'd.
Maui Discount Snorkeling Tours
Many visitors come to Maui every year with the express desire to experience Maui’s underwater adventures firsthand. However, snorkeling can be an expensive proposition if you don’t get savvy to Maui discount snorkel tours that help you pack more underwater activity into your vacation for a lot less money. Check out these Maui snorkeling tips [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/snorkeling-maui/maui-discount-snorkeling-tours.html
My 6th Slalomevent at Sotavento
The third PWA Slalom of the 2010 season here at Fuerteventura saw a lot of different conditions while 5 days of competition. From 40 knots down to 15 knots, which are relatively unusual for Sotavento at this period of the time. It�s over for 3 days already. We sailed 10 full rounds. I finished 36th [...]
River's Edge from The Harmony
The Harmony has a new 15 minute video called River's Edge.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/LOQSZLbs79c/rivers-edge-from-harmony.html
John Dickenson Part
Everything about this John Dickenson part just screams Australia. I mean that in a good way.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/8cbCbZhUt48/john-dickenson-part.html
Tissot Sea-Touch: A Review
Separate Or Combo: Choices…Choices… The dive watch market is a fickle beast; one moment it?s completely fanatical about massive digital displays and chunky boots, the next it?s idolizing the inconspicuous, sleek watches that would pass for a formal timepiece should you forget to take it off on your way from the dive site to the [...]
Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/tissot-sea-touch-a-review/
The Advantage of Maui Private Charters
Whether you are interested in whale watching, scuba diving or a sunset cruise, Maui has a package just right for you. However, there is something truly special about the ability to customize your vacation plans to your specific party and needs. This is where a Maui private boat charter can enhance your tropical getaway. Private [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/private-charters/the-advantage-of-maui-private-charters.html
Mostly Lines One Push
I love no push lines. This quick part is mostly lines but only one push.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/ccgSPh_Fhgs/mostly-lines-one-push.html
Top 5 Snorkeling Spots in Maui
If you are in search of the best snorkeling in Maui, you will not be disappointed in your visit to this island of paradise. Maui is surrounded by hot spots for snorkelers and divers, depending on where you want to go and what you want to see. Snorkeling can be just about anywhere on the [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/snorkeling-maui/top-5-snorkeling-spots-in-maui.html
Snuba Maui: What it is and Why You should Try it
When you are planning your tropical getaway to Maui, snorkeling or scuba diving might be on your to-do list for your vacation. But what about snuba diving? Although this underwater activity is not as well known as standard scuba or snorkeling, Maui snuba diving is quickly picking up steam as one of the most popular [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/snuba/snuba-maui-what-it-is-and-why-you-should-try-it.html
Freediving: Diving Au Naturel
What Is Freediving? Freediving is the act of diving down under the surface of water with no air source, ie holding you breath. Freediving is at once the logical evolution of snorkelling, the predecessor of scuba and its own separate entity. It?s not correct to see freediving as just another term for snorkelling because, as [...]
Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/a-guide-to-freediving-diving-au-naturel/
Alter Eco: Really, Really Good Food? & Fair Trade
In honor of Fair Trade Month, prAna brings you another like-minded company, Alter Eco… Why I signed up with Alter Eco I started working with a small company called Alter Eco several months ago because I saw a tremendous opportunity … Continue reading
Source: http://www.prana.com/blog/index.php/2010/10/25/alter-eco-really-really-good-food-fair-trade/
Freediving: Diving Au Naturel
What Is Freediving? Freediving is the act of diving down under the surface of water with no air source, ie holding you breath. Freediving is at once the logical evolution of snorkelling, the predecessor of scuba and its own separate entity. It?s not correct to see freediving as just another term for snorkelling because, as [...]
Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/a-guide-to-freediving-diving-au-naturel/
It?s all custom!
Well it’s official, my brand new custom rig is complete thanks to the recent addition of my Sabre2 120. It came last week and I’ve been so excited to see it – even more so to fly it! Thankfully, CSC has plenty of riggers on staff that don’t mind helping a girl out. Though I’ve [...]
Last Chance for Middle Fork Rafting Trip
It’s just about curtains for the Middle Fork of the American river this year.� After this weekend, the powers that be will reduce flows on the Middle Fork so they’re high enough for fish and deer and possums, but way too low for whitewater rafting.� It would be more like “low water walking.” An interesting [...]
Source: http://blog.aorafting.com/last-chance-for-middle-fork-rafting-trip/
Shuffl, 9five, Zoo, Brauch, Broadcast, Pirkka, Crailtap and Winter Videos
John Lupfer's Shuffl Video part is now online. Jordan Hoffart stars in Purple Haze, a commercial for 9five. Zoo York has a welcome video for Canadian pro, Andrew McGraw. Strange Notes has video from the 2010 Tim Brauch memorial contest. Broadcast Wheels chose Ian Coughlan as the November Broadcast Yo Self contest. Pirkka Pollari has a full part of extras from Get Busy Living. Crailtap gets rad in their fifth NorCal clip. Sammy Winter zip zings for Analog.
20 Questions With Jacinda Hunter: Mom, Wife & Climber (video)
We caught up with JC in between her busy schedule to ask a few questions. You might be surprised by her answers! 1. prAna gear you can?t live without? My Leyla top with Lolita Capri is my favorite climbing combo! … Continue reading
Source: http://www.prana.com/blog/index.php/2010/10/23/20-questions-with-jacinda-hunter-video/
Winter Travel Time
Winter is fast approaching here in Chicagoland, and it’s about time to start thinking about a winter trip. Last year, as some of you might recall, Rick and I made a trip down to the Everglades boogie in Clewiston, FL. This is where I encountered lots of skydiving milestones like my first cutaway, my 100th [...]
Last Chance for Middle Fork Rafting Trip
It’s just about curtains for the Middle Fork of the American river this year.� After this weekend, the powers that be will reduce flows on the Middle Fork so they’re high enough for fish and deer and possums, but way too low for whitewater rafting.� It would be more like “low water walking.” An interesting [...]
Source: http://blog.aorafting.com/last-chance-for-middle-fork-rafting-trip/
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The New and Exciting
One thing I’ve come to see in my short time in the skydiving world is that skydivers are the ultimate live-in-the-moment creatures. This is something that I love, mostly because it’s taught me how to live in the moment more in the other aspects of my life…which, I think, makes life more enjoyable. But of [...]
Source: http://skydivechick.com/2010/09/the-new-and-exciting/
Great October sessions
Since I am back from the PWA Slalom final on Sylt I tried to get as much time as possible on the water. The good performance on Sylt, I could finish the season with the best result of the 2010 season with a 35th, gave me a lot of motivation. Most of the sessions on [...]
Top 5 Snorkeling Spots in Maui
If you are in search of the best snorkeling in Maui, you will not be disappointed in your visit to this island of paradise. Maui is surrounded by hot spots for snorkelers and divers, depending on where you want to go and what you want to see. Snorkeling can be just about anywhere on the [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/snorkeling-maui/top-5-snorkeling-spots-in-maui.html
Alter Eco: Really, Really Good Food? & Fair Trade
In honor of Fair Trade Month, prAna brings you another like-minded company, Alter Eco… Why I signed up with Alter Eco I started working with a small company called Alter Eco several months ago because I saw a tremendous opportunity … Continue reading
Source: http://www.prana.com/blog/index.php/2010/10/25/alter-eco-really-really-good-food-fair-trade/
China to build 1km long indoor snow slope!
China will open the world?s longest indoor ski slope to date, when the first 1km (3,300ft) long indoor slope will open in the city of Guangzhou near Hong Kong. Guangzhou will feature a slope of 1000m in length and has 100 million people living within a radius of 100km. The new indoor snow slope will [...]
Source: http://snowboardaction.net/china-build-1km-long-indoor-snow-slope/
(Another) Last Chance for Middle Fork Rafting
We’re down to our second Middle Fork deadline of the season–first we were told we’d be done on Oct 3rd, then we got a little extension to the 1oth.� As far as we know, this is the real deadline, so this weekend is your last chance for class IV white water rafting in 2010! Bookmark [...]
Source: http://blog.aorafting.com/another-last-chance-for-middle-fork-rafting/
Last Chance for Middle Fork Rafting Trip
It’s just about curtains for the Middle Fork of the American river this year.� After this weekend, the powers that be will reduce flows on the Middle Fork so they’re high enough for fish and deer and possums, but way too low for whitewater rafting.� It would be more like “low water walking.” An interesting [...]
Source: http://blog.aorafting.com/last-chance-for-middle-fork-rafting-trip/
Via Ferrata and the GR 20
Thanks for visiting hikingcamping.com. Through the summer, we’ve done our best to blog weekly. But we’ll be unable to do so for the next two months. We’ll be climbing the via ferrata in the Italian Dolomiti, then trekking the�Grande Randonn�e 20 on the French island of Corsica. Many peaks in the Dolomites have fixed cables, [...]
Source: http://www.hikingcamping.com/blog/2010/09/via-ferrata-and-the-gr-20/
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Milchqoo Throwaway Montage
The Euro crew at Milchqoo put out a sick throwaway montage with good skating at interesting spots.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/77GWTpbSvMQ/milchqoo-throwaway-montage.html
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A Molokini Snorkel Tour Offers an Unforgettable Underwater Experience
Approximately three miles off the coast of Maui sits an extinct, but no less impressive, volcanic crater known as Molokini. This underwater volcano is now home to a plethora of sea life, as it has been converted to Hawaii’s only Island Marine Sanctuary. Molokini Crater snorkeling offers some of the best underwater viewing around Maui, [...]
One for the ladies?.
Article by: David Diley Published in: From the Office to the Ocean We’ve all met at least one of them, you know the sort, that guy, the guy who, if you have crabs, he has lobsters. For the divers amongst you, you will have definitely met one on a boat somewhere. He has all the [...]
What You Need to Know about Maui Snuba Tours
For those who want more depth than snorkeling offers, but aren’t quite ready for the scuba diving adventure, snuba is the perfect compromise. This relatively new activity, which is a hybrid between snorkeling and scuba diving, has caught on not just in Maui, but in other areas of the globe as well. In fact, snuba [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/snuba/what-you-need-to-know-about-maui-snuba-tours.html
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Glenn Michelfelder Place Part
Glenn Michelfelder puts down an impressive part out of Germany.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/g6x39-k-spA/glenn-michelfelder-place-part.html
?Going Pro? ? A Career In Diving
A Guide to…Going Pro Let?s face it, every job has it own significant drawbacks?nobody really likes working in an office, nobody likes dealing with colleagues who are just as miserable as you are and I?ve never met anyone who thinks that wearing a shirt and tie is more comfortable than wearing shorts and T-shirt. Well, [...]
Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/going-pro-scuba-diving-levels/
Tricks For Treats
Surf Ride in Oceanside is hosting the Tricks For Treats contest this Saturday, October 30th. Costumes are encouraged and rewarded. Click through to see the scary obstacles they are building.
Source: http://theskateboardmag.com/blogs/templeton-elliott/2010/10/28/tricks-for-treats/
Video: Robe Canyon, Stillaguamish (and Robe Race is Sunday!)
In deference to the Robe Canyon Race happening tomorrow (Sunday April 25, 2010), here’s a cool video I found on Professor Paddle showing kayakers running the drops – there are�some really�nice boofs in there. If anyone’s planning on heading out there to watch�it should be fun, the race will probably start around 10:30-ish 1 pm-ish [...]
Source: http://www.ireneskayakingblog.com/events/video-robe-canyon-stillaguamish-and-robe-race-is-sunday/
Milchqoo Throwaway Montage
The Euro crew at Milchqoo put out a sick throwaway montage with good skating at interesting spots.Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/77GWTpbSvMQ/milchqoo-throwaway-montage.html
Dana Blanc Interview, California
Dana Blanc is one of our most requested guides in California. Thankfully, I was able to catch up with him to pick his brain about his passion for rivers and what keeps him hanging around. Over the past 9 years, Blanc has also guided in, Wyoming, Texas and Alaska. He’s an Angels Camp local and [...]
Source: http://whitewaterraftingblog.oars.com/post/dana-blanc-interview-california
Where to Find Maui?s Best Snorkeling
Finding the best snorkeling on Maui isn’t hard; it’s paring down the choices to a single vacation that becomes challenging. Maui is one of the premiere snorkeling locations in the world, with a wealth of underwater adventure and sights to see. Whether you are looking for snorkeling opportunities right off the beach or further out [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/snorkeling-maui/where-to-find-mauis-best-snorkeling.html
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Mama's Boys Throwaway Montage
Here is a throwaway montage from the upcoming video Mama's Boys. Looks like the video will be real good.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/G4WzvMIix8g/mamas-boys-throwaway-montage.html
One for the ladies?.
Article by: David Diley Published in: From the Office to the Ocean We’ve all met at least one of them, you know the sort, that guy, the guy who, if you have crabs, he has lobsters. For the divers amongst you, you will have definitely met one on a boat somewhere. He has all the [...]
Message from Earth: Organic Matters (video)
Anvil Knitwear premiered a digital short at Farm Aid 25: Growing Hope for America Concert on October 2. The thought provoking video educates consumers about the impact of pesticide use on the environment and farmers and encourages consumers to support … Continue reading
Source: http://www.prana.com/blog/index.php/2010/10/20/message-from-earth-organic-matters-video/
Where to backpack NOW in Banff National Park: North Molar Pass, Fish Lakes, Pipestone Pass
We recently hiked up Mosquito Creek, over North Molar Pass, down to Fish Lakes, then up to Pipestone Pass (Trip 80, page 278, in Don’t Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies). It’s a superb backpack trip, and now’s prime time to do it. Something we didn’t mention in the book is an alternate return [...]
1031, By The Sword, and In4mation Stuff
1031 has a new website. By The Sword has their first run of boards available. In4mation has a new Fall look book.
Crypt Lake, Waterton Lakes National Park
You’ll find Crypt Lake on page 113 of Don’t Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies, the Opinionated Hiking Guide. It’s Trip 22. You’ll also find it on the agenda of every visitor to Waterton Lakes National Park who has any interest in hiking. It’s by far the most popular trip in the park, and [...]
Source: http://www.hikingcamping.com/blog/2010/09/crypt-lake-waterton-lakes-national-park/
Mostly Lines One Push
I love no push lines. This quick part is mostly lines but only one push.Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/ccgSPh_Fhgs/mostly-lines-one-push.html
Severne NCX tested
When I am out for a freeride session I actually use the Severne NCX or the NCX pro in 8,0. It�s a sail, which feels extremely light, but gives you enough power, when the wind drops and a lot of control, when the wind picks up. You should have a try! Chris
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Mostly Lines One Push
I love no push lines. This quick part is mostly lines but only one push.Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MostlySkateboarding/~3/ccgSPh_Fhgs/mostly-lines-one-push.html
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Dive Computers ? Our Aquatic Personal Assistants
Computer Vs. Tables I tap my air gauge to indicate that I?d like to know my buddy?s air situation, he signals back that he?s still got over a hundred Bar, I look at my gauge and see that I?m also over a hundred, so I signal that we could head a little deeper to investigate [...]
Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/dive-computers-our-aquatic-personal-assistants/
The Cure of the Wild: Rafting the Salmon River and the Restorative Power of Wilderness
Every once in a while I have a William Wordsworth moment. Wordsworth is the immortal English poet who penned, among many masterpieces, a sonnet entitled “The World Is Too Much with Us,” which begins: The world is too much with us; late and soon, Getting and spending, we lay waste our powers; Little we see [...]
Snorkeling in Maui: Where to Go, What to See
Maui snorkeling offers some of the best underwater adventures across the globe, which is why many flock to this Hawaiian island to see the sights that lurk in the depths of the ocean. There are many different opportunities for snorkeling on Maui today, and each excursion offers its own version of marine life viewing. If [...]
Source: http://www.prideofmaui.com/blog/snorkeling-maui/snorkeling-in-maui-where-to-go-what-to-see.html
Scuba Diving in Marshall Islands
Who, Where and What Are the Marshall Islands? The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) is an island country in the North Pacific ocean. It is often simply grouped with the other island countries in the area as Micronesia. The country is made up of five high islands and twenty-nine atolls that roughly form into [...]
Source: http://www.dailyscubadiving.com/scuba-diving-in-marshall-islands/
Tufi, Papua New Guinea: ?hey girls, take a dive on the wild side?!
By Imogen Simpson-Mowday 9/28/10 Tufi, to me, is located on the wild side of the world in Oro Province, Papua New Guinea. When I recall being there I see green leaves six feet long and the lyrics ?hey babe, take a walk on the wild side? chase through my head. I see a balcony constructed [...]
The Magical Lily Pad Pond
We rose about a half hour before first light. As we put on our warm layers and lifejackets, the first light creeps over the hills. We push off one by one in our blue kayaks, there are only three of us on this excursion to the lily pad pond. We paddle across the calm bay [...]
Source: http://whitewaterraftingblog.oars.com/post/the-magical-lily-pad-pond
Middle Fork American: Last-minute Extension!
‘Ain’t that just how it always goes–you announce a deadline, you make plans to pack up and move on down the road, and then wha-bam, the situation changes. Not that we’re complaining…………we just got word that the season on the Middle Fork of the American River has been extended by a week!� Our last trips [...]
Source: http://blog.aorafting.com/middle-fork-american-last-minute-extension/
Where to bike-hike NOW in Kananaskis Country: Piper Pass via Little Elbow
Our tireless, adventurous friend, Ian, recently accompanied us on a 12-hour-marathon, bike-hike trip to Piper Pass via the Little Elbow and West Fork Little Elbow river valleys. Approaching the pass, I asked him, “How many people do you think get here each summer?” He paused, glanced at the feint route underfoot, gazed at the gorgeous [...]
Monday, September 20, 2010
Kitesurf Varberg - Avoiding Accidents
Enroll to a kitesurfing courses (Kitekurs)-it is because it is not a game where you can just dive into. You need special knowledge for you to enjoy kitesurfing. Kitesurfing expertise and knowledge is a must to implement the safety procedures for the sportsman and the people around him. I know the answer to the riddle on where can you attain the best kitesurfing knowledge.
If you are blessed and live near a beach, you can encounter kitesurfing training houses that can give you precious advises and proper know how. This is a very good intro and lessens the possibility of a bad kitesurfing accident. An important reminder, It is best to get knowledge from a master kitesurfer than an acquaintance who have the possibility to give you wrong kitesurfing tips which he/she can only get away with it.
If there is no kitesurfing school in your vicinity and you consulted a personal teacher be sure that he is equipped to impart knowledge regarding vital points in kitesurfing safety. Don't ever think of crazy ideas that you can learn kitesurfing by yourself.
Purchase the best equipment- a great impact in kiteboarding can be influenced by the gears you get. What I meant is you should try and acquire the best gears possible. Before breaking your credit, try and study on what sort of gears you're going to need.
Why is getting the right equipment so important? You should realize that skills are not enough to propel you over the water, if you do not have a board or a kite. That would be called swimming, not kitesurfing. Getting poor equipment can be very dangerous. You do not want your board collapsing or your kite ripping in the middle of a trick. This can become a very serious accident.
Actually, as the sport has gained popularity, it is also becoming safer for practitioners. Why? This is simply because technology has been developed specifically for the safety of the kite surfer and for the increase in profits of various companies.
Choose the right location – kitesurfing is not a sport that you can just do anywhere. There are guidelines in looking for the proper kitesurfing location. Some locations, for example ban kitesurfing from their beaches . This is because of safety concerns. Make sure that there are only few people in the beach when you want to do kitesurfing. In other words, avoid accidents that can happen by bumping someone.
If you are a novice, don't attempt stunts and try to ride powerful winds that are beyond your skills. Make sure that you practice on tamer locations before you attempt to board in more challenging locales. Ideally, you should make sure that the area you surf in is free of any obstructions such as power lines, rocks, or beaches.
Be informed about the weather-Bear into mind that you will spar with the forces of nature. Respect mother nature. If you're not equipped with the knowledge to handle the winds, or if the weather is wild, don't risk your life for it.
You should check the weather forecasts so you won't find yourself in trouble once you're in the water. Keep in mind: the weather can flip very fast.
Kind permission of Kitesurf Varberg
If you are blessed and live near a beach, you can encounter kitesurfing training houses that can give you precious advises and proper know how. This is a very good intro and lessens the possibility of a bad kitesurfing accident. An important reminder, It is best to get knowledge from a master kitesurfer than an acquaintance who have the possibility to give you wrong kitesurfing tips which he/she can only get away with it.
If there is no kitesurfing school in your vicinity and you consulted a personal teacher be sure that he is equipped to impart knowledge regarding vital points in kitesurfing safety. Don't ever think of crazy ideas that you can learn kitesurfing by yourself.
Purchase the best equipment- a great impact in kiteboarding can be influenced by the gears you get. What I meant is you should try and acquire the best gears possible. Before breaking your credit, try and study on what sort of gears you're going to need.
Why is getting the right equipment so important? You should realize that skills are not enough to propel you over the water, if you do not have a board or a kite. That would be called swimming, not kitesurfing. Getting poor equipment can be very dangerous. You do not want your board collapsing or your kite ripping in the middle of a trick. This can become a very serious accident.
Actually, as the sport has gained popularity, it is also becoming safer for practitioners. Why? This is simply because technology has been developed specifically for the safety of the kite surfer and for the increase in profits of various companies.
Choose the right location – kitesurfing is not a sport that you can just do anywhere. There are guidelines in looking for the proper kitesurfing location. Some locations, for example ban kitesurfing from their beaches . This is because of safety concerns. Make sure that there are only few people in the beach when you want to do kitesurfing. In other words, avoid accidents that can happen by bumping someone.
If you are a novice, don't attempt stunts and try to ride powerful winds that are beyond your skills. Make sure that you practice on tamer locations before you attempt to board in more challenging locales. Ideally, you should make sure that the area you surf in is free of any obstructions such as power lines, rocks, or beaches.
Be informed about the weather-Bear into mind that you will spar with the forces of nature. Respect mother nature. If you're not equipped with the knowledge to handle the winds, or if the weather is wild, don't risk your life for it.
You should check the weather forecasts so you won't find yourself in trouble once you're in the water. Keep in mind: the weather can flip very fast.
Kind permission of Kitesurf Varberg
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
A picture of a kite surfing woman.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Varberg kitesurf - Safety Kitesurfing Guidelines
There are many detailed things to remember before you go kite surfing. Keep in mind the list of things below that will help you kite surf safely. Courtesy of kitesurf Varberg
Varberg Kitesurf -When You Go Kitesufing Take Note Of These Safety Guidelines
Take a beginners course to learn basic kite surfing safety. Learn to be safe first, so you enjoy yourself later.
Every time you go kite surfing dissolve the chicken loop so you know it works.
Keep in mind to be responsible for yourself and considerate to others. Being responsible is a major part of this great sport.
Attach the ropes to the kite at the last moment before you before start and get into the water.
Place the safety line prior to the kite's hedge when it is on the ground. This is the time to take to the end and secure it after landing. It is always a good idea to use a handfuls of sand to weigh down the kite when not in use.
Think about how the winds can swirl around buildings, trees, or rocks to windward before starting kits.
The purpose of the dead man's safety system is to cut off power to the kite immediately under emergency situations.Know how to detach yourself from your kite under all conditions.
If there is an airport nearby, don't kitesurf.
Do not kite surf before, during, or immediately after a thunderstorm.
Keep in mind, you can always cut your kite cords. Do not let yourself or even get a chance to get tangled up in the kite lines, which do not fly your kite over other people, do not wrap rope around your hand, etc.. Free and open water is the best place to kitesurf , away from densely populated areas on land and sea. Find an empty spot on the beech before you take off, away from other people and other kitesurfers.
Windward is the spot for spectators.
When you start, choose to take off on the water where nobody is around.
Kitesurfing against the wind from the land as you run towards to the open sea is to be avoided. Good kite surfing areas have a rescue boat for emergencies. Also, be sure you can handle the difficult situations that may arise, such as a broken leg or kits to breakage.
Please use the life jacket and helmet.
Never use leg harness attached to the board in which this can be very dangerous because it can cause the board hit the back of the head.
Do not ask non-kite surfers for help when you land or take off kits. Be clear about your intentions and talk to people before you help and making clear signs. Make sure it will help you or the people around know how to handle equipment safely and how to behave kits.
If you are a beginner avoid strong winds.
As a beginner, you usually spend more time in water, so use because a thicker wetsuit than you would otherwise have chosen.
If possible, choose a harness with handles on the back. This makes it easier to assist each other in difficult situations where the kits have much traction.
Keep in mind how far you can swim; this should be your kite surfing distance from the shore.
Remember to bring something to cut the kite ropes if you need to.
Every time you go kite surfing dissolve the chicken loop so you know it works.
Keep in mind to be responsible for yourself and considerate to others. Being responsible is a major part of this great sport.
Attach the ropes to the kite at the last moment before you before start and get into the water.
Place the safety line prior to the kite's hedge when it is on the ground. This is the time to take to the end and secure it after landing. It is always a good idea to use a handfuls of sand to weigh down the kite when not in use.
Think about how the winds can swirl around buildings, trees, or rocks to windward before starting kits.
The purpose of the dead man's safety system is to cut off power to the kite immediately under emergency situations.Know how to detach yourself from your kite under all conditions.
If there is an airport nearby, don't kitesurf.
Do not kite surf before, during, or immediately after a thunderstorm.
Keep in mind, you can always cut your kite cords. Do not let yourself or even get a chance to get tangled up in the kite lines, which do not fly your kite over other people, do not wrap rope around your hand, etc.. Free and open water is the best place to kitesurf , away from densely populated areas on land and sea. Find an empty spot on the beech before you take off, away from other people and other kitesurfers.
Windward is the spot for spectators.
When you start, choose to take off on the water where nobody is around.
Kitesurfing against the wind from the land as you run towards to the open sea is to be avoided. Good kite surfing areas have a rescue boat for emergencies. Also, be sure you can handle the difficult situations that may arise, such as a broken leg or kits to breakage.
Please use the life jacket and helmet.
Never use leg harness attached to the board in which this can be very dangerous because it can cause the board hit the back of the head.
Do not ask non-kite surfers for help when you land or take off kits. Be clear about your intentions and talk to people before you help and making clear signs. Make sure it will help you or the people around know how to handle equipment safely and how to behave kits.
If you are a beginner avoid strong winds.
As a beginner, you usually spend more time in water, so use because a thicker wetsuit than you would otherwise have chosen.
If possible, choose a harness with handles on the back. This makes it easier to assist each other in difficult situations where the kits have much traction.
Keep in mind how far you can swim; this should be your kite surfing distance from the shore.
Remember to bring something to cut the kite ropes if you need to.
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