StarKites UserGuide 2011
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1. NN NN gt N 7 SSIS NNN SS gt lt 6 lt lt Ay g Y re X G gt 4 ME HN 17 aiser Manual KITES STAR Thank you for choosing STARKITES please read this entire manual carefully before using your STAR KITE Your ExA or SBow kite sets the standard in safety performance and usability for the next generation of water and snow kites UJAR NING e Always store your kite dry to increase lifespan and avoid color run e Always take a lesson from a properly qualified instructor before using any kite e Always wear a helmet when using Kiteboarding equipment e The location in which you learn is usually different from the one you will practice in Therefore make sure you have the necessary knowledge to be able to practice in a different spot e The location for practice must be evaluated in order to make sure the wind strength and stability are safe to see if there are potential obstacles and to verify that there is a secure area to launch and land your kite e Never practice alone do not go away from the shore any further than you can swim back from e Almost all accidents occur on land so before going out on your own make sure you have proper abilities to determine correct kite size e Train to use all safety system before using the kite under power SAF ETY FUN IEMENTALS 1 Letting go of the bar2. andle Away firmly Connect Leash to the ring under the chicken loop release User Manual Adjusting the Power To de power your S BOW pull down towards you on the red part To power up your S BOW pull down towards you on the black part Pull as many time as needed webbing is released gradually action will disconnect yo and the kite power Resetting Chicken Release Handle 1 Grab the chicken loops 2 Stick the open side back You E open side into the release system back int Kite Set Lip Sar Downwind The first time you set up mended that you have an expert go tl you Ensure that all the bridles are unt on the bar is untangled and run placed leading edge down f You should then attach the line below If you don t understa lesson from professional instt clearly g into v 00118510017 d this sectio Kite Set Up Bar upwind Self Launching WARNING DO NOT USE THIS PROCEDURE WITH STANDARD C SHAPED KITES OR IN STRONG WINDS e The launch area needs to be big and clear of obstructions e Always double check the lines setting before launching your kite e Train in light wind and do not disable any safety system 1 Your kite is inflated M and secured and you are ready to go in the water To secure your kite e Position it facing the wind e Put enough sand so it won t be lifted by a gust 2 Your lines are set Position yo
3. but staying hooked in will completely depower the kite 2 Releasing the chicken loop will completely depower your kite 3 Releasing the leash will separate you completely from your kite provided you are not in the chicken loop 4 Remember maximum fun comes from maximum confidence maximum confidence comes from maximum safety 5 Get proper lessons before trying on your own 6 Wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear 7 Know your limits 8 Know your equipment 9 Know the spot 10 Know the weather RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK aiser Manual KITES STAR DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNLESS YOU AGREE WITH THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS Before using this product the purchaser user has carefully reviewed understood and agrees to comply with the terms of this User Manual Use of this product and any of its components involves certain inherent risks dangers and hazards which can result in serious personal injury or death The purchaser user of this product understands that the seller is not responsible for any damage to property or injury caused by negligent operation of this product by the pur chaser user and the purchaser user releases the seller from all such liability In the event of your death or incapacity this Agreement shall be effective and binding upon your heirs next of kin executors administrators assigns and representatives The purchaser user of this product expressly assume
4. er line when the kite starts relaunching If you don t understand this section you MUST take a lesson from professiona nstructor who will explai ing clearly The three different connection points on the Leading Edge allows you to customize the flying characteristics of your kite in order to fit your riding Style Your Sbow or ExA will come with the default adjustment centre connection We recommend you fly it with the default settings first If you attach the bridle to the closest point from the center of the kite it will more like a hybrid Bow kite big depower slightly longer bar travel for sheeting in and out and slightly more bar pressure If you attach the bridle to the closest point to the wingtips it will have less bar pressure but a slightly more of a consistent pull like a c shape and a little less bar travel is necessary to sheet in and out The Attachment in between the two is the optimal point for versatility KITES SJ Rear Bridle Adjustment The two attachment options for the rear Bridle Allows you to increase or decrease the turning rate of your kite If you use the connection furthest from the centre of the leading edge the kite will turn fastest this will also give it a slight pivot feel and have less bar pressure It will decrease the power generated in a kiteloop If you use the connection closer to the centre of the leading edge the kite w
5. ill turn slightly slower but will create more power during a turn or a kiteloop the bar pressure will increase a little bit ww Sa 4 HE ne 7 E r i TS Em m A Tat Le ne inthe oo 4 Ni 2 p Eie gt T WE Soil i ii ak 4 s i ba 4 The life of you kite will last longer if you fold your kite properly E V4 You will preferably want your kite to be dry and remove the sand NET A stuck to it Do not forcefully put the kite in its bag it should slide in fairly easy Thank you For choosing STAR
6. mp system With its huge wind range heavy duty construction and easeVofVuse this kite stays at the top of the charts Performance Features and Kite Set Lp When you first open up you kite we recommend that you take some time to familiarize yourself with the product and design features that make your kite unique This will help you set up the kite correctly the first time ensuring you gain the maximum potential from its design 8 4 KV E VERSION 3 Rider Level gt lt Versatility amp Evolution Performance amp Sensation vo mt Pos merae wares Sowers ER Rider Style x Freeride ocene Re Freestyle Xe Wave ocene Performance Stability Reactivity De power eae Re launch Upwind Lift Hangtime Kite loop ability Quality construction O E 6 10 14 18 22 26 30 34 36 6 10 14 18 22 26 30 34 36 Wind Range x 36 34 6m TTT 1 TTL 9m 8m mere trite lim s an2 ill LE 10m TTT TTT 13m _ se cea 12m 111 14m 16m TITI EDR international STAR KIT ES The Starkites warranty guarantees everything we sell to be free from defects in materials and workmanship This warranty is valid for a period of 3 month for standard exchange and 1 year for free repair from the date of purchase of the original customer Sta
7. rkites products are covered by the Warranty only when purchased from an authorized Starkites dealer For any questions about the Starkites warranty or procedures for making claims please contact your local dealer or e mail us at aftersales starkites com Starkites will determine if a product is covered under this warranty If a customer returns a defected product within the first 3 month Starkites will exchange the product and ship it back to the customer free of charge If a customer returns a defected product 3 month to 1 year after original purchase Starkites will offer free repair Customer must have the invoice and serial number of the kite product upon returning any Starkites Products All returned Products are to be sent clean dry and freight prepaid Starkites will cover the freight for the return shipment The Starkites warranty does not cover damage due to normal wear and tear sun fading improper usage bad storage seam failures due to over inflation or heat exposure teaching renting use in waves shore break loss of kite due to carelessness or improper use of safety gear damage caused by anything other than defects in material and workmanship This warranty will not be covered if unauthorized modifications or repairs have been carried out NE Te are Fui ticinalties User Manual G Ae TP Trailing Edge Front Bridle NEXE FA Leash Release Handle To connect to Harness Safety Push the Red H
8. s the risk of any and all bodily injury death and or liability which may result from the purchaser or user s participation in kite boarding The purchaser user agrees to hold Ride Best LLC harmless from any and all liability and waive and release any and all claims or potential claims against Ride Best LLC and any of its respective agents affiliates subsidiaries employees instructors officers directors shareholders suppliers and manufacturers in the event of any such bodily injury or death which may result from the purchase and or use of Ride For all the latest info on Starkites including new products press releases safety an nouncements and the latest photos check out www starkites com Your S BOW11 ExA11 kite sets the standard in safety performance and usability for the next generation of water and snow kites Featuring e Genuine 100 de power e Just let go Safety system e Super easy super reliable no swim relaunch e Pull pull power trim e 360 degree emergency chicken loop release handle e Tough durable construction e Simple high safe performance bar aiser Manual KITES STAR J if tiy SBow 2011 OI W Progression and Versatility 7772 37378 d Sizes Available 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 Now on its 6th year of R and D the SBow s reputation speaks for itself Designed to ful fill the expectations and ambitions of our most passionate clients we have optimized the SBo
9. ur bar so the lines have an angle of 45 degrees to the wind If the wind is strong apply some deVpower before you launch 3 Pull on the further tip to the bar until the kite takes the wind up to the second strut STAR KITES Self Launching IMPORTANT IF YOU LEAVE YOUR KITE UNATTENDED FOR MORE THAN A FEW MINUTES ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE LINES Position yourself like for a standards launching walk backward to tense the lines The kite will automatically fill with air rotate and with a slight turning input it will launch Release the power by pushing the bar away once the kite takes off A Note the kite may move on the sand to reach the correct angle for launching according to the wind STAR KITES lt Water relaunching is the same technique as self launching see above If your kite crashes into the water simply let go of the bar wait for the kite to fill with wind then pull on one steering line The kite will slowly rotate until it takes off Remember to push the bar away just after to keep it from back stalling Never swim toward the kite e Pull the bar toward you like for maximum power e Bend over and grab a leader line on the side of the bar as far as possible e Pull on the leader line while keeping the bar Ad Ane as close as possible to your body r A STAR Tes e Push the bar away and release the lead
10. w using feedback from our pros and numerous kite schools The SBow is versatile for all disciplines and conditions but remains a favorite for wave riders and schools looking for a heavy duty kite with quick relaunch fast re sponse and easy feeling at the bar This year we gave the SBow a more athletic response by enhancing the kite s pre dictability when driven hard The highly efficient profile offers tremendous power with out penalizing the ability to fully depower at any given time A 16 meter has been added to the collection for extra light wind conditions We also gave the SBOW a one pump sys tem and reinforced the Leading and Trailing edges to maximize durability The 2011 ExA Starkites hybrid model is designed and built for one purpose top notch freestyle performance It is intended for demanding riders looking for big lofty jumps and high powered tricks Exa 2011 Power and Performance Sizes Available 7 9 11 13 Now on its third R and D year we specifically focused on dynamic stability control This enables the EXA s potential to be fully exploited at high winds enhances safety at the extremes and steering comfort in order to stay focused on the actual trick instead of the kite Keeping our competition riders in mind we have maximized upwind ability in order for them to throw more tricks during their heats Reinforcements have been added at the leading and Trailing edges for maximum durability The ExA comes in oneVpu
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