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Intro to Kiteboarding
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The Ultimate Collection of Tips and Tricks to Get You Started
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Kiteboarding Gear Anatomy

KITE
1. Leading edge
2. Trailing edge
3. Wingtip
4. Bridle
5. Strut
6. Canopy
BAR/LINES
7. Control bar
8. Power/depower system
9. Chicken loop
10. Dongle
11. Quick release
12. Safety leash
13. Quick release
14. Harness attachment point
15. Oh "crap" handle
16. Outside leader lines (attached to steering lines)
17. Inside leader lines (attached to flying lines)
HARNESS
18. Spreader bar hook
BOARD
19. Foot pad
20. Foot strap
21. Heelside edge
22. Toeside edge
23. Tip
24. Handle

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