The Dangers of Kitesurfing: Why You Should NEVER Try It

In this video, we'll talk about the dangers of kitesurfing and why you should NEVER try it. Kitesurfing is a dangerous sport and can actually be deadly if you're not careful.
Kitesurfing is a great way to have fun but it's not safe for beginners. If you're thinking of trying kitesurfing, be sure to consult with an expert first to make sure it's safe for you. And if you do try it, be sure to wear a safety helmet and take safety precautions!
Do you know the dangers involved in kitesurfing?
It's imperative to understand all the hidden dangers that kitesurfing presents. Without the proper knowledge, some can become very harmful for yourself and others.
The first one is considering learning to kitesurf without any lessons.
Watching experienced kiters ride and jump happily on the water makes it look easy and safe. Don't let this trick you. Stick around to find seven examples of things that can occur.
01 You can get overpowered
02 Sudden wind hull
03 Your quick release system. (equipment failure)
04 Piloting mistakes
05 Strong gust or a sudden wind increase.
06 You crash your kite in the water.
07 What if the kite loses air or the line breaks?
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Progression Rider - Safety Independent lessons
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In the next video, I'll cover some of the key points related to the wind window, the wind direction, speed, and safety measures. So you can practice kitesurfing safer if you want to do it by yourself and after you had lessons as in both situations the same applies.
This video is part of a series related to learning by yourself. I strongly encourage you to learn the basics in a good kite school. You can find six tips for finding the right kite school in the link above or in the description.
Also, leave a comment in the comment section to keep this conversation going or say high as it's always lovely to hear from you.
See you in the next video.
00:00 Do you know the dangers involved in kitesurfing?
00:15 The first one - Not having lessons
00:30 7 things that can happen
00:44 Who am I?
01:08 Series: Can I teach myself to kitesurf?
01:17 You can get Overpowered
01:33 Sudden wind hull
01:46 Your quick release system. (equipment failure)
02:19 Piloting mistakes
02:45 Strong gust or a sudden wind increase
03:17 You crash your kite in the water
04:28 What if the kite loses air or the line breaks?
05:06 Professional Courses
05:11 Progression Rider - Safety Independent lessons
05:23 Next Video
05:48 6 Tips to find the Best Kiteschool
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[@vikingh3008]

Biggest danger ⚠️ is wife finding out how much all the gear actually cost

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

That is for sure a big danger. Maybe one of the most deadly ones! :)

[@eugene7758]

I am so lucky my girlfriend is a kiter too ). Actually she brought me into kiting. Otherwise there would be a huge problem )). I actually know an instructor who keeps telling his wife that a kite costs about $200 )))

[@germaindrouet4754]

Hi. Thank you for the tips, just the brief I needed👍

[@bevcooper9728]

Always good to know the potential dangers involved. Tks for this video.

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

My pleasure!

[@robinmordasiewicz]

Very professional video. You always make great content and every video gets better.

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

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[@user-zn8sn2wr5p]

Hi. Better to know in my opinion ))) Thanks a lot sharing to us your mastering. )))

[@bailahie4235]

Very good video, thanks! My teacher was far too sloppy and let me do my first body dragging through the water all by myself, while he was not even paying attention, busy with other students. I saw neighbouring schools go along with their student into the water. The wind was quite strong and gusty, and the water was very deep (couldn't stand). I managed to get across quite well, but I was terrified all the way, because I had no experience with dealing with problems if they would occur. He downplayed my worries when I expressed them afterwards, instead of taking them seriously. Now I see that I was right, and that it really can be dangerous to go alone into the water as a beginner, thanks to your video. You can hurt yourself or someone else... I'll discuss it the next time with my teacher.

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Where did you have your lesson?

[@bailahie4235]

@@KookProofActivityCenter Well, I want to keep that private to prevent hurting the school - in spite of being sloppy in this respect, it is a nice guy, passionate about his sport. I'll talk with him. It is a school in Western-Europe...

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

@@bailahie4235 i was wondering about location not the school itself.

[@yeremychauvin7253]

Driving is one of the most dangerous things that people do about every day but no one thinks so very much anymore because it's a part of life .

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Yes. But you are not allowed to go in the road without proving your knowledge in rules and in driving abilities. In kitesurfing this is not so. Most people seek lessons in order to gain that knowledge but some don’t. The biggest dangers in kitesurfing are not knowing the sport fully and neglecting the conditions/ability.

[@yeremychauvin7253]

@@KookProofActivityCenter Well I disagree because there are mere deaths caused by drivers every hour then anything in this world and that's a fact ...

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

@@yeremychauvin7253 Yes, there are also infinitely more drivers than kitesurfers.

[@yeremychauvin7253]

@@KookProofActivityCenter Yes true enough but no matter how safe one is when it's your time no matter how much school or training you have it's just it's your time , anyway if I was to even talk about water sports of any kind that was dangerous at all it would be scuba diving simply because even with all the years of training with every precaution divers die every day the futility rate is very high indeed friend , now that would be something to talk about ... Have a Great week .... Shalom

[@Derek1000]

Totally agree about the driving lots of young drivers are driving around without proper tuition

[@heliopteixeira]

Parabéns pela iniciativa.

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Obrigado.

[@jimmyjames1411]

Hey got a question. I am looking to start teaching lessons. I have kited for 3 years now and love it. If a potential student came to you and the first thing he or she said was "How dangerous is Kiting?" Would you take them in as a student or steer them into something more safe?

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Great question. I think information is key. So I would tell him the hidden dangers in kitesurfing. That it looks easy but that is because the people he sees practicing had the proper training and skills to make it easy. And that learning the correct way will make the sport as safe as he respects those teachings. But I would warn him of the danger of trial and error in the early beginnings as the kite is a powerful toy that can project you high and powerfully so that he would respect it.

[@bailahie4235]

Of course you should not steer them away, but instead compliment them for the sensible question. I think that is a question that all beginning kitesurfers should ask, both to be your own judge of how far you want to go with kitesurfing and what risks you are willing to accept for more risky maneuvers and situations - and to avoid unnecessary dangers as explained in this wonderful video.

[@Evan_prits]

Please elaborate on the"no board leash" part, I just finished iko1 and 2 and bought my equipment including a 2nd 130cm leash to keep as a spare, in case I will have to self rescue (ps. I have had a lot of practice body dragging, I intend to keep the board unleashed until the rescue)

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Hi Evan, Thanks for commenting. When you mention a second 130cm leash, I’m unsure if you mean kite or board leash. If it’s a board leash, i suggest you do not use it. It will make the board slingshot in your direction if you get pulled and the board stuck in the water. If you have an extra kite leash to keep as a spare and use it for a rescue situation to keep the board, it’s ok. But you do not need it. There is a way to use the leash you have already to secure the board in case of self-rescue. On the video, i mention no board leash as if the board slingshots at you, you can lose your life depending on where it hits, and the damage can be massive.

[@Evan_prits]

@@KookProofActivityCenter Thanks for the reply! I was referring to a 2nd kite leash so I guess it will be ok! Cheers!

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

If it’s the second kite leash there is no problem to have it. Just make sure it’s not in the way. Cheers

[@walterandreaspucko6317]

A roll board leach should be OK though. A bit heavy and expensive but useful for beginners.

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Just google roll leash kitesurf accident. It can always malfunction and get the board in your face. It can become an anchor if the kite enters into a death loop. For example, if it breaks and you do not know how to body drag, you lose the board (and that is the best-case scenario). So learn to properly body drag, and you will be fine. Leashes only in heavy surf with rocks like Punta preta, but those places are for professionals that know the risks they are taking and have the skills to avoid most of the problems, but even they had boards hit them due to the leash.

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Let me know what If you had any of these situations happening to you. How did you manage it? Had you learned before what to do?

[@jamesmcgougan2003]

Can u do pop tutorial

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Hi James, Sure. I’ll put that one on my to-do list. Thanks for commenting. What are you struggling with at the moment?

[@jamesmcgougan2003]

I’ve can ride upwind but when I edge nothing really happens and I just stop

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

@@jamesmcgougan2003 The pop is done by edge and release. To explain it short is to go a bit downwind to gain speed. Then edge and release to pop. By your description, I guess you are going at a controlled speed, and you try to edge, resulting in a complete stop. I’ll make a video explaining this in detail.

[@NK-gt8ib]

Is roller leash equally danger?

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Hi NK, Yes, it is still dangerous. It is a bit better than an elastic one, but it can still slingshot towards you. Another problem is if it breaks or malfunctions, you will never get back to your board as you lack the skills to get back. So the point of having the leash to keep the board can easily become a bigger problem. If you learn and practice how to body drag upwind - kzbin.info/www/bejne/joKTgq1ulKmYqZI - you can get back to the board all the time. When I started, it was board off time-so big jumps and taking the board of the feet. We had to do huge body drags as sometimes we lost the board on takeoff. I never lost a board due to not getting back in body drag. Practice with friends so if you can't get it, they can help and use the land. For example, if you are close to land, come to the beach, walk a bit, spot the board, and then go back to get it.

[@NK-gt8ib]

@@KookProofActivityCenter Awesome explanation. Thank you. P.S. is gojoe helpful in your opinion or is it another drug on progression?

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Go joe, is more helpful. I can’t see any side effects of using it except on your wallet. It helps to flip the board and push it downwind. Some people use those arm floatation helper that kids use to put on the handle of the board to do the same effect. It’s not the same, but it can provide some help.

[@NK-gt8ib]

@@KookProofActivityCenter thank you!

[@kiteaust]

Properly use a retractable leash used properly is a great option to have when learning. Used incorrectly it can hurt you in extreme conditions

[@alexsanz6850]

Typical iko drama. Its always so dangerous !! First learn to fly a kite before kitesurfing. . its a no brainer.

[@PaulLesprit]

hi!)

[@KookProofActivityCenter]

Hi

[@kiteaust]

You have had you bad experience because you only used one type of kite for all conditions. Keep scaring people away.

[@kiteaust]

Always dangerous always going to hurt yourself. !! Why do you keep with that theme. Cycling is dangerous so is driving but does everyone tell that to learners? Your so dramatic.