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SNOW KITING! ---Ozone style...
Snow kiting is the latest winter sport. Fast growing and simple
to learn, skiers and boarders across the world are discovering
the fun of Snow kiting.
There is no doubt that this is the most dynamic and exciting
winter sport ever! You can jump farther and higher than you ever
imagined possible and land smoothly! The backcountry potential
is endless, covering kilometres over untracked powder in no time
at all. The sensation of going up hill with the kite is wild and
opens up even more terrain. Add speed to the equation and this
sport has got it all!!!
All you need is snow and a power kite and you can turn a cold
winter's day into a blistering, adrenaline soaked experience.
Speeds of over 70 kph have been recorded as snow kite riders blast
themselves along with just the power of the wind. The 'Big air'
jumps that boarders and skiers are pulling under the power and
security of power kites are simply breath taking.
Using the natural power of the wind a snow kite and a pair of
skis can also take you deep in to the untouched powder, that only
heli-skiers and ski tourers could reach before. However even a
flat field can be a playground with a kite and snow!
Wind power is one of life's few free rides and already snow kiting
enthusiasts have achieved incredible things. From a ground breaking
unsupported journey to the North Pole and back to huge kite powered
adventures through Alaska, the world of winter sports is embracing
this new fantastic new sport. The potential is simply limitless!
Some common questions.
Is snow kiting easier than kite surfing?..... YES!
It is easy to stand on snow which makes the whole process easier
compared to water. This means it is easy to get to grips the kite
and the techniques required to ride. It also means you can stop
anywhere without sinking!!!
It also takes a lot less wind to drive a board across snow than
it does across water. With the snow kite the whole learning experience
is lot less daunting as you need much less power and wind to get
you moving.
Finally, holding an edge in snow is much easier than in water
making up wind progress much easier to master.
Why are open cell parafoils better than inflatables or closed
cell marine foils for snow kiting?
In words - Safety and simplicity.
Open cell kites do not require pre-inflation. Instantly that's
15 minutes more fun a day than the inflatable owner is getting.
As for all that messing around with frozen valves and numb hands
- no thanks! Parafoils are out of the bag and your gone in seconds.
An open cell kite can be stalled in to a lifeless piece of cloth
just by pulling the brakes. This is an enormous safety feature
when you are in trouble as you can kill all the power in the kite.
Inflatables and closed cell foils always maintain their rigid
shape and surface area, even on the ground. In strong winds this
can be very dangerous as these kites can still produce unwanted
power and traction.
Finally, at the end of your day you can pack a parafoil in to
a tiny pack and be on your way home in minutes.
Do I want handles or a bar?
We have developed a snow specific kite (the Frenzy) that is designed
with a bar and a de-power system. The bar makes it easy to control
the kite and the de power brings you a wide usable wind range
and security.
It is also possible to use Kites like the Little Devil. They
can be used with handles or a bar. The only disadvantage is that
you do not have a de-power.
Do I want skis or a snowboard?
Whichever you feel more comfortable with. For beginners skis
are often better as the ease of movement really helps till you
get the hang of it. However, once you're kiting properly then
anything that slides works. We've heard reports of sledges, car
bonnets `and even workman's shovels being dragged behind our kites!
Where can I snow kite?
There are snow Kiters in most countries now, Norway, France,
Austria, Germany, USA, Argentina, in fact where there is snow
riders are appearing!!!
The good thing is all you need is clear space, away from roads,
power lines and houses and you're off.
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