Comments for Powerkites http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com Everything about Powerkites Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:12:10 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7 hourly 1 Comment on What shoes to wear for windsurfing (in the water)? by oslo http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water/comment-page-1#comment-3641 oslo Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:02:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water#comment-3641 If you are serious and and think you will keep it up after the course I'd buy a pair of windsurf boots, these will last until they fall apart. They are more suitable than normal wetsuit boots as they do not have a sole to give better feel and make it easier once you start to use the footstraps. I've had lots of differant kinds over the years but reckon the Atan ones I have now for the winter are the best I've had, these are 6mm neoprene but are also available in 3mm. I also have a 3mm thick O'Neil Superfreak pair for the summer, these have split toes which stop your feet sliding forward in the boots and getting sore toes. If you are sure you don't want to spend the money just yet an old pair of trainers would do as long as you don't mind cold feet although I'd have thought the school would provide suitable footwear along with the wetsuit.<br><b>References : </b><br> If you are serious and and think you will keep it up after the course I’d buy a pair of windsurf boots, these will last until they fall apart. They are more suitable than normal wetsuit boots as they do not have a sole to give better feel and make it easier once you start to use the footstraps. I’ve had lots of differant kinds over the years but reckon the Atan ones I have now for the winter are the best I’ve had, these are 6mm neoprene but are also available in 3mm. I also have a 3mm thick O’Neil Superfreak pair for the summer, these have split toes which stop your feet sliding forward in the boots and getting sore toes. If you are sure you don’t want to spend the money just yet an old pair of trainers would do as long as you don’t mind cold feet although I’d have thought the school would provide suitable footwear along with the wetsuit.
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]]> Comment on What shoes to wear for windsurfing (in the water)? by goxxu http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water/comment-page-1#comment-3640 goxxu Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:41:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water#comment-3640 prolimit or neilpryde has good quality windsurfing shoes, i think they are made of neoprene (same as wetsuits), those are the best to wear. though i wouldn't prefer to wear anything, that way you can feel more.<br><b>References : </b><br> prolimit or neilpryde has good quality windsurfing shoes, i think they are made of neoprene (same as wetsuits), those are the best to wear. though i wouldn’t prefer to wear anything, that way you can feel more.
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]]> Comment on What shoes to wear for windsurfing (in the water)? by polly http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water/comment-page-1#comment-3639 polly Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:11:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water#comment-3639 If you are looking for low cost shoes then the Deck shoes which are in fashion should be a start but if you are going to do a lot of surfing then i would get some wet boots as they give the best grip and contact with board is the way to feel the what is happening with board. and should stop you falling off too many times and this help with moral as well improving style.<br><b>References : </b><br>sport scince If you are looking for low cost shoes then the Deck shoes which are in fashion should be a start but if you are going to do a lot of surfing then i would get some wet boots as they give the best grip and contact with board is the way to feel the what is happening with board. and should stop you falling off too many times and this help with moral as well improving style.
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]]> Comment on What shoes to wear for windsurfing (in the water)? by g_steed http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water/comment-page-1#comment-3638 g_steed Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:53:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/what-shoes-to-wear-for-windsurfing-in-the-water#comment-3638 Visit the windsurf shop. Talk with a windsurfer. At a minimum you can be barefoot.<br><b>References : </b><br>Windsurfer Visit the windsurf shop. Talk with a windsurfer. At a minimum you can be barefoot.
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]]> Comment on What is an example of the destructive power of insecurity and jealousy in the kite runner? by FreddyM http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/power-kite/what-is-an-example-of-the-destructive-power-of-insecurity-and-jealousy-in-the-kite-runner/comment-page-1#comment-3637 FreddyM Wed, 25 Aug 2010 03:30:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/power-kite/what-is-an-example-of-the-destructive-power-of-insecurity-and-jealousy-in-the-kite-runner#comment-3637 "Baba, have you ever thought about get ting new servants?" (8.63)<br><b>References : </b><br>http://www.shmoop.com/kite-runner/betrayal-quotes.html "Baba, have you ever thought about get ting new servants?" (8.63)
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]]> Comment on What’s a good windsurfing board/sail for starters? by winzurf http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/whats-a-good-windsurfing-boardsail-for-starters/comment-page-1#comment-3636 winzurf Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:05:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/whats-a-good-windsurfing-boardsail-for-starters#comment-3636 Brand doesn't matter too much but a learner board like a Starboard Start or Go will not date. You'll advance quickly and be able to sail in confidence in most situations. When you feel you have reached the limits of the board you'll still want to keep it because your friends will be able to have a go on it and get started too. If you start off with a board which is too challenging you'll find the conditions don't always suit it, and you won't be able to let your friends try it. You'll also possibly end up with a board that you'll have no use for if you upgrade. I have a learner board which haul out to play on when the conditions are too light for anything else, and I can teach others on it. All my other boards get broken, dumped, sold on, converted to garden furniture etc. A good quality learner board holds its usefulness and can always be sold on. You can even put a big sail and fin on it and use it for racing. Buy a true modern learner board though, not some old 3m plus regatta board that someone says is a great beginner board.<br><b>References : </b><br>I have trained as an instructor, maintain http://www.windsurfingnz.org and think windsurfing is a fantastic sport so I try and get anyone who is interested to have a go! Brand doesn’t matter too much but a learner board like a Starboard Start or Go will not date. You’ll advance quickly and be able to sail in confidence in most situations. When you feel you have reached the limits of the board you’ll still want to keep it because your friends will be able to have a go on it and get started too. If you start off with a board which is too challenging you’ll find the conditions don’t always suit it, and you won’t be able to let your friends try it. You’ll also possibly end up with a board that you’ll have no use for if you upgrade. I have a learner board which haul out to play on when the conditions are too light for anything else, and I can teach others on it. All my other boards get broken, dumped, sold on, converted to garden furniture etc. A good quality learner board holds its usefulness and can always be sold on. You can even put a big sail and fin on it and use it for racing. Buy a true modern learner board though, not some old 3m plus regatta board that someone says is a great beginner board.
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]]> Comment on Do you have to wear a wetsuit when windsurfing? by C http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/do-you-have-to-wear-a-wetsuit-when-windsurfing/comment-page-1#comment-3635 C Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:23:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/do-you-have-to-wear-a-wetsuit-when-windsurfing#comment-3635 Depends how cold it is. Roughly speaking If the water temp is below 15 centigrade and the air temp below 20 centigrade then yes you will probably need a wetsuit, but without specifics it's hard to say. Need more info. Windsurfing tips? The best ones I can think of is to get advice before buying gear especially if it's on eBay. Get lessons if you're a beginner. Once again, would need more info really. What stage are you at? Beginner, intermediate, expert?<br><b>References : </b><br> Depends how cold it is. Roughly speaking If the water temp is below 15 centigrade and the air temp below 20 centigrade then yes you will probably need a wetsuit, but without specifics it’s hard to say. Need more info.

Windsurfing tips? The best ones I can think of is to get advice before buying gear especially if it’s on eBay. Get lessons if you’re a beginner. Once again, would need more info really. What stage are you at? Beginner, intermediate, expert?
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]]> Comment on Do you have to wear a wetsuit when windsurfing? by Matthew Hendrix http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/do-you-have-to-wear-a-wetsuit-when-windsurfing/comment-page-1#comment-3634 Matthew Hendrix Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:16:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/do-you-have-to-wear-a-wetsuit-when-windsurfing#comment-3634 it all depends where you windsurf. The only reason people wear wetsuits is the temperture of the air and water. If its cold, wear a wetsuit. If its 100, dont wear a wetsuit<br><b>References : </b><br> it all depends where you windsurf. The only reason people wear wetsuits is the temperture of the air and water. If its cold, wear a wetsuit. If its 100, dont wear a wetsuit
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]]> Comment on Do you have to wear a wetsuit when windsurfing? by g_steed http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/do-you-have-to-wear-a-wetsuit-when-windsurfing/comment-page-1#comment-3633 g_steed Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:36:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/windsurfing/do-you-have-to-wear-a-wetsuit-when-windsurfing#comment-3633 Hypothermia is always a concern. One rule suggests special clothing if the water and air temperature (combined) is below 100 degrees F. Inquire of other surfers. Wind evaporates water from the skin and also pulls body heat down. Take a lesson from a local instructor. It will be the best investment you can make to insure a great day!<br><b>References : </b><br>Ex-instructor Hypothermia is always a concern. One rule suggests special clothing if the water and air temperature (combined) is below 100 degrees F. Inquire of other surfers. Wind evaporates water from the skin and also pulls body heat down. Take a lesson from a local instructor. It will be the best investment you can make to insure a great day!
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]]> Comment on How much would a full set of kiteboarding gear be? by Bonnie Slezac http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/kiteboarding/how-much-would-a-full-set-of-kiteboarding-gear-be/comment-page-1#comment-3632 Bonnie Slezac Fri, 06 Aug 2010 21:45:59 +0000 http://www.tectonicsystems.net/powerkitesource.com/kiteboarding/how-much-would-a-full-set-of-kiteboarding-gear-be#comment-3632 For a full set of gear, you're basically looking at 2 kites (that should cover you for most winds), bars, 2 boards, a harness and then a pump (assuming you're buying LEI's). If you're just beginning, you're not going to want to buy the latest and greatest gear since you'll probably beat it up a fair amount. If you decided to buy something in the 06-07 year, you're looking at 150-300 for each kite and then something around 200 for both bars, assuming you buy used. For two boards you're looking at around 300 if you buy cheap used stuff and over 1000 if you buy new. Harnesses run from around 50-150 depending on how much you value comfort. There's a huge range in prices depending on age, use and quality. So if you go on the cheaper used side, you're talking around a grand for everything and if you buy new it'll probably be more than 2 grand. Of course all that being said, you don't really need 2 boards, so you could save money there, but 2 kites is minimum.<br><b>References : </b><br> For a full set of gear, you’re basically looking at 2 kites (that should cover you for most winds), bars, 2 boards, a harness and then a pump (assuming you’re buying LEI’s). If you’re just beginning, you’re not going to want to buy the latest and greatest gear since you’ll probably beat it up a fair amount. If you decided to buy something in the 06-07 year, you’re looking at 150-300 for each kite and then something around 200 for both bars, assuming you buy used. For two boards you’re looking at around 300 if you buy cheap used stuff and over 1000 if you buy new. Harnesses run from around 50-150 depending on how much you value comfort. There’s a huge range in prices depending on age, use and quality. So if you go on the cheaper used side, you’re talking around a grand for everything and if you buy new it’ll probably be more than 2 grand. Of course all that being said, you don’t really need 2 boards, so you could save money there, but 2 kites is minimum.
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