how many people really use these? are they very recomended?

-sean

too many hobbies for too little money! Paint ball, Weight lifting, My truck, R/C Airplanes, Rock Climbing, And now Kite Boarding! I'm really into all of these things (working on kite boarding).

-Sean

Hey,
I need to decide what kind of harness to buy. Do all waist harnesses have straps that go under your legs? any recomendations?

thanks,
sean

Well, my instructor im Miami said to buy a 12.5 to start out with, and the R3 is about that projected. Rarely gets above 20 down here plus I plan on gaining another 20lbs or so overthe next few months. Thanks for you advice guys. Where can I find used boards online? I figure my instructor knows what...

Hey, I took you guys' advice and bought a smaller kite to start with; a Naish R3 17. I also bought a Naish Aero 20. I plan on learning on the R3 and in a few months advancing on to the Aero and selling the R3 (or I may keep it for high wind). I got these 2 kites new for $1300. As far as I know this ...

Hey, I took my Kite boarding lessons today for 6 hours. I learned to handle the kite and get up on the board and ride (it was a blast!). What do you think about the Naish Aero 20.1? I'm 265 mind you in miami wind. My instructor said to go with a medium aspect kite and a non-directional board. For th...

Hey, thanks for all the help guys. I can get a new 2001 Cabrinah 15.5 Black Tip for $600, should I get it? I was also thinking of the 175 twin tip Pickle Fork non-directional. But I guess I need a directional board? Thanks again. -Sean <font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: seanblakley on 2002-...

Hey, I'm new to this forum and have a question. I want to get into Kite Surfing, but don't knnow if I can. I just turned 18 and I'm 6'6" 265 lbs (expect to be 285 in a few months). I lift weights alot, that is why I'm so heavy (not fat). I'm wondering if I am too big for this sport. A lot of people ...