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- Page 1 2005 KITE MANUAL CONTRA • NITRO • CO2 • ELEMENT...
- Page 2 RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNLESS YOU AGREE WITH THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS The purchaser/user of this product (if they guidance of professional instructors and IMPORTANT are not the same person) and the parent experienced kiteboarders.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
2005 KITE MANUAL CONTENTS WARNING SET UP - STEP 3 CONTENTS Attaching Control Lines Downwind Launch Setup INTRODUCTION Upwind Launch Setup SAFETY SET UP Safety Information / Safety Gear / Weather Condition Tuning the Kite / Tips Wind Range Chart KITEBOARDING BASICS Know Your Ability Level / Kiteboarding Locations Area of Operation... -
Page 4: Introduction
2005 KITE MANUAL INTRODUCTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Cabrinha kite and welcome to the sport of kiteboarding. As you may know, the excitement of kiteboarding is attracting people of all ages from all corners of the globe. It's one of the most dynamic and fastest growing sports of the new decade. -
Page 5: Safety
SAFETY SAFETY INFORMATION / SAFETY GEAR / WEATHER CONDITIONS SAFETY INFORMATION KITEBOARDING is an extremely diverse sport, with many disciplines and ability levels. As with SAFETY GEAR all sports, there can be certain inherent risks. The following contains key safety points to remember when operating your Cabrinha kite. -
Page 6: Wind Range Chart
SAFETY WIND RANGE CHART This wind range chart is only to be used as a point of reference. It is based upon a rider who is approximately 170 lbs. (75 kg). Actual use may vary based on your body weight, ability level, water conditions, board size , and riding style. When choosing a kite size, please use your personal experience, common sense, and always check what other riders are using on the water for a size reference. -
Page 7: Know Your Ability Level / Kiteboarding Locations
SAFETY KNOW YOUR ABILITY LEVEL KITEBOARDING LOCATIONS KNOW YOUR ABILITY LEVEL KITEBOARDING LOCATION • Do not attempt kiteboarding without appropriate • Observe local laws and regulations regarding this instruction. product and the usage area. • Do not kite alone. • Talk to the local riders about the weather conditions and beach rules. -
Page 8: Kite Overview
KITE OVERVIEW WITH RECON GENERATION 2 CONTROL SYSTEM 4-LINE KITE RECON BRIDLE ASSEMBLY RECON REAR PIGTAIL RECON TENSION FITTING (FRONT/REAR) RECON LOAD TRANSFER TIP RECON TENSION BULLET RECON ACTIVATION LINE (ON TRAILING EDGE) RESCUE HANDLES TRUE MATCH 3-D BATTENS 10. DACRON LEADING EDGE 11. - Page 9 KITE OVERVIEW WITH RECON GENERATION 1 CONTROL SYSTEM 4-LINE KITE RECON BRIDLE ASSEMBLY RECON REAR PIGTAIL RECON TENSION FITTING (FRONT/REAR) RECON LOAD TRANSFER TIP RECON TENSION BULLET RECON ACTIVATION LINE (ON TRAILING EDGE) RESCUE HANDLES TRUE MATCH 3-D BATTENS MULTI-SEGMENTED DACRON LEADING EDGE AIRLOCK HIGH VOLUME VALVE STANDARD INFLATION VALVES STEERING LINES (REAR CONTROL LINES)
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Page 10: Recon Security Leash & Relaunch System
Recon System. • Using an older control bar system with the 2004 & 2005 Cabrinha kites will allow you to enable the relaunch feature of the kite, but will not accommodate the IMMEDIATE DEPOWER™ feature. - Page 11 RECON GENERATION 2 SECURITY PIN SECURITY PIN This security leash is Recon's Security Spinning Leash, and is active only when the rider is hooked into the Harness Loop. Therefore it is important that a secure connection is made between the Harness Hook and the Harness Loop. This system allows you to de- power the kite completely, spin your bar freely, and re-launch your kite easily, all while still being safely connected to your kite.
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Page 12: Tap Out
RECON GENERATION 2 TAP OUT™ TAP OUT™ Recon Generation 2 has added an important security feature by taking one step out of the release activation equation. The new Tap Out™ feature allows the rider to simply push the control bar to activate the Immediate DEPOWER™... - Page 13 RECON GENERATION 2 TAP OUT™ (OPERATION) (Fig.1a) (Fig.2) (Fig.3) (Fig.4) (Fig.1b) (Fig.2) (Fig.3) (Fig.4) TAP OUT™ - while in TAP OUT™ - while in LAUNCH MODE RIDE MODE 1. To activate the IMMEDIATE DEPOWER™ function while in Launch 1. To activate the IMMEDIATE DEPOWER™ function while in Ride Mode, Mode, simply push the bar against the Recon Release Handle, simply push the Recon Release Plate, located at the base of the located at the base of the Centerline Adjustment Strap (CAS).
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Page 14: Important Recon System Care Tips
RECON GENERATION 2 SYSTEM CARE TIPS IMPORTANT SYSTEM CARE TIPS • When your kite is not in use, make sure to reset the Bullet into the RTF on the wing tip of the kite. This helps prevent the bridle lines from becoming tangled with the Bullet. - Page 15 RECON GENERATION 2 RESETTING THE RECON SYSTEM RESETTING THE RECON SYSTEM Your Recon System can and should be reset before winding your lines on your control bar at the end of your session. The Recon can also be reset on the water, if you choose, but please note this is an intermediate-advanced technique.
- Page 16 RECON GENERATION 2 RELAUNCHING WITH THE RECON SYSTEM RELAUNCHING WITH THE RECON SYSTEM The same features that de-power the kite also assist in quicker re- launching. The Recon's two key components are tightly integrated into the construction of the kite as well as the control system to reduce the added lines and tethers normally associated with conventional leashes or reverse launch systems.
- Page 17 BYPASS™ LEASH (optional) All 2005 Cabrinha kites can be used with the optional BYPASS™ Leash. This security leash is an optional feature and is recommended for first time users and kiteboarding schools, and for riders who kiteboard without being hooked into the harness loop.
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Page 18: Set Up
SET UP QUICK RELEASE SYSTEM (QRS) QUICK RELEASE SYSTEM (QRS) • Make sure your QRS PULL TAB is facing you. TIPS • To avoid confusion, always ride with the Pull Tab facing the same direction. In the case of an emergency, you will know where it is. •... - Page 19 SET UP 1 - CONTROL SYSTEM RECON GENERATION 2 POWERLOCK CONTROL SYSTEM THE POWERLOCK CONTROL SYSTEM The Powerlock Control System is a control system for 4-LINE kites. The Powerlock Control System allows the rider to interactively lock and unlock the power of the kite when hooked into the QRS Powerlock Harness Loop.
- Page 20 SET UP 1 - CONTROL SYSTEM POWERLOCK CLASSIC CONTROL SYSTEM THE POWERLOCK CONTROL SYSTEM The Powerlock Control System is a control system for 4-LINE kites. The Powerlock Control System allows the rider to interactively lock and unlock the power of the kite when hooked into the QRS Powerlock Harness Loop.
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Page 21: 1.2 Line Length Corrections
SET UP 1 - CONTROL SYSTEM 1.1 CHECK YOUR LINE LENGTHS / 1.2 LINE LENGTH CORRECTIONS 1.1 CHECK YOUR LINE LENGTHS 1.2 LINE LENGTH CORRECTIONS The 2005 Powerlock control bars come set up with the flying lines attached; Adjustments are made by moving one or both of the knots on the ends of the however, it is wise to check your line lengths before going on the water. - Page 22 SET UP 2 - INFLATING YOUR KITE STEP 2.1 - INFLATING THE STRUTS INFLATING THE STRUTS Hold the pump at a Secure Velcro covering perpendicular angle to over each strut valve. the valve. Use one hand to hold the valve steady and the other hand to operate the pump.
- Page 23 STEP 2.2 - INFLATING THE LEADING EDGE INFLATING THE LEADING EDGE The Upper Section All Cabrinha kites feature the 2-part, high-volume Airlock Valve is The Inflation Cap as well as a standard valve on the leading edge bladder. The Airlock Valve is for inflating and deflating your kite. The...
- Page 24 SET UP 2 - INFLATING YOUR KITE STEP 2.3 - TIPS FOR SECURING YOUR KITE TIPS FOR SECURING YOUR KITE • Never leave an inflated kite unattended on the beach for damage the kite or tangle the Recon System. If you must a long period of time.
- Page 25 SET UP 2 - INFLATING YOUR KITE STEP 2.4 - DEFLATING THE LEADING EDGE DEFLATING THE LEADING EDGE To deflate the Leading Edge, you must unscrew the release valve and not the inflation cap. The release valve is the lower portion of the AIRLOCK. After deflating, clear the valve of any sand or debris;...
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Page 26: Attaching Control Lines
SET UP 3 - CONNECT & LAUNCH STEP 3.1 - ATTACHING CONTROL LINES ATTACHING CONTROL LINES Once you have completed SET UP 1 & 2, you are ready to connect your control system to your inflated kite. 1. With your lines laid out, carry the kite to the end of the flying lines farthest from your control bar. -
Page 27: Downwind Launch Setup
SET UP 3 - CONNECT & LAUNCH STEP 3.2 - DOWNWIND LAUNCH SET UP DOWNWIND LAUNCH SET UP 1. Lay the bar 30 meters downwind of the kite so that the wing tips are facing the control bar (the leading edge of the kite should be facing into the wind). When setting the bar up downwind of the kite, you must turn the bar upside down before walking the lines out. -
Page 28: Upwind Launch Setup
SET UP 3 - CONNECT & LAUNCH STEP 3.3 - UPWIND LAUNCH SETUP UPWIND LAUNCH SETUP This is the necessary set up when performing a self-launch. 1. Lay the bar 30 meters upwind of the kite. The leading edge will be pointed toward the bar and into the wind. - Page 29 SET UP 4 - TUNING THE KITE TUNING THE KITE - CONTRA / NITRO / CO2 / ELEMENT TUNING THE KITE Proper tuning of your CONTRA, NITRO, CO2 and ELEMENT kite is essential for best performance. A properly tuned kite increases its efficiency, speed, and allows the kite to de-power correctly.
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Page 30: Kiteboarding Basics
KITEBOARDING BASICS AREA OF OPERATION AREA OF OPERATION This is the 100 meters of area to each side and downwind of the rider. Do not launch your kite if you do not have this safe distance between yourself and other people, or obstructions. WIND DIRECTION 100 METERS 100 METERS... -
Page 31: Kite Positions, Zones, And Power
KITEBOARDING BASICS KITE POSITIONS, ZONES & POWER It is important to understand kiteboarding's basic zones of power before you launch a kite. Many of the accidents that happen in kiteboarding happen on land, and many also happen when kiteboarders put their kites in what is called neutral position. -
Page 32: Steering
HOW TO: STEER / LAUNCH / LAND STEERING STEERING Key Points to Remember • When practicing steering a kite on land, always remember that your kite has extreme power. Be prepared and be safe. We suggest you develop your kite handing skills on land with a Cabrinha trainer kite, and then move to the water for further practice using the “body dragging”... -
Page 33: Planning Your Launch
HOW TO: STEER / LAUNCH / LAND PLANNING YOUR LAUNCH PLANNING YOUR LAUNCH • Choose an area where you have at least 100 meters of space to your left and right and especially downwind of you. • Set up your equipment so that your kite is downwind of where you will be launching, but most importantly, so that it is at an angle off of the wind. -
Page 34: Launching With A Partner
HOW TO: STEER / LAUNCH / LAND LAUNCHING WITH A PARTNER LAUNCHING WITH A PARTNER Before launching, re-familiarize yourself with your Recon 13. Your partner SHOULD NOT throw the kite into the air. Release System with TAP OUT, and your QR System in the Instruct him/her against doing this BEFORE you launch. -
Page 35: Self-Launching
HOW TO: STEER / LAUNCH / LAND SELF LAUNCHING SELF LAUNCHING First set your kite face down, with the leading 16. With the control bar in both hands and at chest edge into the wind, at 100° to 110° off of the height, take a few steps back to take the slack wind. -
Page 36: Landing A Kite To Your Partner
HOW TO: STEER / LAUNCH / LAND LANDING A KITE TO YOUR PARTNER LANDING A KITE TO YOUR PARTNER 1. Prior to launching, make sure your partner has been cause it to flip or spin; the kite will also be hard to instructed on how to land your kite properly. -
Page 37: Relaunching
HOW TO: STEER / LAUNCH / LAND RELAUNCHING RELAUNCHING Important Note: Proper inflation of the struts, especially the leading edge, is imperative for water re-launchability of your kite. Make sure your kite struts are properly inflated before entering the water. 1. -
Page 38: Repairs
REPAIRS REPLACING YOUR FLYING LINES - CONTROL SYSTEM REPLACING YOUR FLYING LINES - THE POWERLOCK CONTROL SYSTEM In order to replace your control system's flying lines, you must first remove the existing flying lines from the leader lines. You may then attach new flying lines to the current leader lines, assuming the leader lines are in an acceptable condition. -
Page 39: Kite Fabric Repairs
REPAIRS KITE FABRIC REPAIRS KITE FABRIC REPAIRS Major Tears For a major tear in the kite fabric, consult your dealer for a reputable kite repair loft. Minor Tears For a minor tear in the kite fabric, you may repair the tear with kite repair tape. -
Page 40: Key Points To Remember
REPAIRS REPAIRING STRUT BLADDERS KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER • Before attempting to repair one of your kite bladders, make sure your kite is clean and dry. Always keep your kite pump, valves and bladders free of sand, water and other things that will dirty them. •... -
Page 41: Repairing Leading Edge Bladders
REPAIRS REPAIRING LEADING EDGE BLADDERS REPAIRING LEADING EDGE BLADDERS First, lay the kite out with the struts facing up. near the leading edge valve. (Fig.7) Each end of the Leading Edge (LE) bladder is folded over and secured with a Gently pull one side of the bladder out of the sleeve at a time, leaving the fly- Velcro closure. - Page 42 REPAIRS REPAIRING LEADING EDGE BLADDERS Tuck the ends of the bladder into the corresponding tips. (Fig.9) REPAIRING LEADING EDGE BLADDERS (Cont.) Once the bladder is replaced, pull the valve back into the hole of the sleeve. (Fig.10) If the hole is on a flat area of the bladder, remove the backing on one of the Next, place the standard valve back into position and replace the valve plug patches and press it onto the bladder, covering the hole.
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Page 43: Important Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION KITE CARE KITE CARE Due to the often-extreme nature of kiteboarding, a thorough approach should be taken when caring for your kite and all its associated rigging, as well as your safety gear. PREPARING FOR YOUR SESSION BETWEEN SESSIONS PROPER STORAGE •... - Page 44 IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEACH ETIQUETTE BEACH ETIQUETTE Here are some basic things to consider when sharing beaches and water accesses with other users: SAFETY SETTING UP • Follow the safety instructions outlined in this manual. • Set up only the gear that you plan on using immediately.
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Page 45: Glossary
GLOSSARY FREQUENTLY USED KITEBOARDING & WIND TERMINOLOGY TRAINER KITE - a kite that may be used on land to simulate the motions STEERING LINES - the two outside flying lines that attach to the trailing used in kiteboarding. It is an excellent instructional and learning tool. edge bridles on the kite-one to the left wing tip and the other to the right Despite its small size, this kite still has power, so be alert. - Page 46 GLOSSARY FREQUENTLY USED KITEBOARDING & WIND TERMINOLOGY LAUNCHING - the motion in which the pilot steers the kite from their SIDE ONSHORE - wind is blowing from either the left or the right and partner's hands into the sky. from the water toward the land. This is a combination of onshore and sideshore wind.