Line rigging comparison

This table provides a comparison of the three methods of rigging kite lines. Level: basic

While it is good to know all three methods to rig lines, it is best to use one regularly and develop a fixed routine to eliminate errors.

Upwind line rigging

The coloured end of bar is on left (when facing kite, as you would fly it)

Rear lines:

    • Left coloured rear line (loop) goes to kite outside line coloured knot

    • Right black rear line (loop) goes to kite outside black knot

Front lines

    • Coloured front line (knot) goes to coloured kite bridle loop

    • Black front line (knot) goes to black kite bridle loop

Upwind line rigging

Downwind line rigging

The coloured end of bar is on right (reversed)

Rear lines:

    • Coloured rear line (loop) goes to kite outside line coloured knot

    • Black rear line (loop) goes to kite outside black knot

Front lines

    • Coloured front line (knot) goes to coloured kite bridle loop

    • Black front line (knot) goes to black kite bridle loop

Note: When launching the kite you must hold the coloured end of the bar in your left hand as usual.

Kite line rigging downwind