by Tom Beaton | Jul 1, 2019
With all foil kites they require some basic maintenance to keep them flying their best. After some time as the bridle beds in it may need some adjustment. We recommend always starting by making sure flying lines are equal length and the yellow sparepart lines which... read moreby Tom Beaton | Jun 18, 2018
Flysurfer foil kites come set up with the Front Line Safety system – this means the kite flags out on a single front line. It is possible to reset the safety system whilst in the water and relaunch the kite to continue your session. read moreby Tom Beaton | Jun 16, 2018
Water relaunching and foil kites have a long history of misconceptions. It is relatively easy to water relaunch a foil kite most of the time, and often easier than tube kites, especially in lighter winds. The vast amount of air held inside them means they float for a... read moreby Tom Beaton | Jun 15, 2018
At the end of a session you need to get the kite down. The landing technique is very similar to what you were taught at kite school with a tube kite. If your helper is not experienced in landing foil kites then remind them to grab the canopy and not the lines. As soon... read moreby Tom Beaton | Jun 14, 2018
The first video covered set up – now its time to launch. Pre inflation is important as the more air in the kite the more stable it will be on launch. This is especially important in higher winds and tighter launch spots. You can either use an assistant or self... read moreby Tom Beaton | Jun 13, 2018
The key to getting the most out of your foil kites is to set up and pack them properly. This takes away all the stress and reduces the chances of any tangles. It is also important for safety. This How To tutorial focuses on how to set up your foil kite in preparation... read more