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Kitesurfing in Greece
Kitesurfing, also known as kiteboarding, involves using a power kite to pull a rider through
the water on a small surfboard or a kiteboard (a wakeboard-like board).
A kitesurfer or kiteboarder uses a board with foot-straps or bindings, combined with the power
of a large controllable kite to propel himself and the board across the water.
The sport is still in its infancy,
but is rapidly growing in popularity. In 2006, the number of kitesurfers
has been estimated
at around 150,000 to 200,000.[1]
The sport is becoming safer due to innovations in kite design,
safety release systems,
and instruction
[citation needed]. Many riding styles have evolved to suit different types of riders
and conditions,
such as wake style,
wave riding, freestyle, jumping, and cruising.Other variations of using kites for propulsion include kite landboarding,
snowkiting, kite buggying, kite skateboarding, kite jumping,
and using kites to propel sea kayaks.[
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Right location
Essentially any locale with consistent, steady side-onshore winds (10 to 35+ knots), large open bodies of water and good launch areas are suitable for kitesurfing. Most kitesurfing takes place along ocean shores, usually off beaches, but it can also be practiced on large lakes and inlets and occasionally on rivers. Since kiteboarding relies heavily on favorable, consistent wind conditions, specific geographic locations tend to become popular and sought out by experienced kiteboarders.
Restrictions
Kite surfing is restricted or banned in some locations. This is generally the result of safety and liability concerns, excessive general beach traffic and poorly organized practicing of kiteboarding. Bans have been reversed when kitesurfers have organized, prepared riding guidelines and negotiated with authorities for resumption of this sport. The primary reason why many experienced kite boarders stress safety and adequate quality professional instruction is to keep their sport from being banned or unduly restricted at their favorite location.
Not all locations will have explicit bans posted. Usually a simple warning from a park ranger, lifeguard or other official will let you know that kite surfing is not allowed. As a general rule, if you see other kiteboarders on the water, it is probably permitted. When new to an area or visiting be sure to ask about area restrictions and precautions before rigging up and riding. This simple courtesy should aid you in having a better riding session, avoid friction with locals and help to preserve kiting access for all. If riders offer suggestions, including not using a certain sized kite, relocating to a safer launch or not going out in current conditions, take what they say to heart. Ignoring well intended advice can cause unnecessary accidents and incidents.
