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
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.
