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Complete Kiteboarding Packages
How much is this all going to cost?
This Page:
Complete Kiteboarding Packages, what you need and what you can expect to
pay.
$1300-1400. will get you the latest '05 Complete gear package
featuring the
newest proven designs.
$1,100 to $1,200. with a low priced board. (Factory Blem, Used, Closeout,
etc)
(For Details on specifics kites and boards see the "Kites"
page, and the "Boards" page.)
*** Don't be fooled by slick marketing tactics on many
website.
Many packages are put together by retailers trying to figure out a way to get
rid
of 2 year old (or older), outdated board designs, tiny kites, or gear they have
a difficult
time selling.
Other companies will try to rape your wallet by charging $1,000 to $1,500
for
just "1" kite! Insane! Unfortunately, some uneducated
shoppers believe the hype.
Be Careful.
Some packages include a "high aspect (AR) kite that is totally wrong for a
beginner, intermediate, and even for some advanced riders. Cabrinha
makes a nice kite,
but beginners should avoid the "Black-tip Nitro" model.
Other kites to avoid:
Naish X series, North Rhino, and other High AR Kites.
Ready to Kiteboard on the water? You'll need the following:
Kite-"Board" Complete with:
Straps (set of 2)
Pads (set of 2)
Fin (Set of 4 or 6)
2 of the most popular boards on the market for a new kiter are...
Litewave Freestyle 145cm $599. Complete w/straps pads,
fins
Best
Float 133cm $619.
Complete w/straps, pads, fins ($479 board only)
Both of these boards are efficient '05 designs that work well for most
riders.
The Litewave has one of the best resale values on the ,market for a good
reason.
People love them.
"Kite" Complete with Bar and lines: (Kites can
also be purchased "kite only")
Bag ( this is included with all kites)
Pump ( included with all kites, types: small, large volume double action)
Repair Kit ( tiny patches used to fx pin holes in air bladders)
Control Bar ( carbon is preferred, aluminum is lower priced)
Fixed Harness Line ( this should be included on all bars but its not)
Line Set ( normally 4 lines 25m to 27m long)
Kite Safety Leash
A 13m moderate AR Kite is a popular size. Your
weight, and local wind conditions
determine the needed size. Most people end up with 3 kites to cover the
10-25 mph
wind range. (Example: "9m, 13m, & 17m" or
a "7m, 11m, and 15m")
I personally currently ride and teach with the "Best Tempest 13m"
rigged with a "5th line"
Kite only $529. or only $759. Complete w/55cm bar and 27m lines.
A ( 4 meters smaller) 9m Tempest is priced even less at $399.
(kite only)
(See the kites page, and the "best
kites" page for more details)
Harness ( waist or seat design)
Spreader Bar (Must be Stainless Steel, not aluminum)
Bar Pad (optional nice to have if you use a waist harness
and kite without a wetsuit)
2 Excellent Harnesses:
Dakine Tabu Waist plus optional SS Bar, and bar pad $147.
Best Waist Harness (includes
SS bar and pad) $129 (size: M) ; $139 (size L)
Dakine Fusion Seat Harness.
Add it all up and you'll be a bit "less than" $1,500.
Order a complete package: Kite, Board, Bar, lines, harness, and get a free
harness
as your Team Kitemare Bonus. For a New total of Under $1400.
If you need to cut the total even more, look for a used board, and you'll
be able to cut
your total down to $1,100 - $1,200
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