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Police boat monitoring baySteering clear of less maneuverable watercraft, commercial watercraft and fast moving, seemingly unsafe, watercraft are some general rules when mastering the waterways. Steering away from the fast moving watercraft is a safe bet, as the driver could be intoxicated or not paying attention to his surroundings. -
Sailing calm watersKeep clear of the other kite surfers while passing. Personal watercraft must avoid kite surfers at all times. The upwind kite surfer must fly kite high and the downwind surfer must fly her kite low. If you are port of another kite surfer, then allow him to pass starboard. -
Wind and kite surfersAvoid being "hooked" (attached to the kite) at launch. Before launching, make sure that kite and lines are free of debris and from unexpected tangles. Only use an experienced kite surfer to help with launch. It is not safe, and against the rules, to use a non-kite surfer to help you launch. Never launch or jump upwind of hard objects or other people, and maintain a safe distance. Use Velcro tape to fasten a safety leash to you. Avoid launching if there is an airport nearby, power lines or if stormy weather is about to move into the area. -
Kite surfing over the beachStormy weather can bring wind gusts that will "loft" you into the air and could possibly throw you over rocky land, into a building, drag you or take you high up into the air. In stormy weather, lightening strikes are not particular. Unhook yourself from the lines for quick actions. Always wear a helmet and life jacket.
