Can a kitesurf kite reef automatically like a windsurfing sail?
None of the current kitesurf kite has an automatic reefing system except for the KiteSki kite (claimed by its vendor). However, a kite with a KPO system similar to the GlobeRider Lift2 that changes the attachment points as the COP of the kite changes may produce similar “smoothness” as a modern windsurfing sail. On the other hand, due to the tremendous power requirement during jumping, automatic reefing may not be a good thing for kiters.
None of the current kitesurf kite has an automatic reefing system except for the KiteSki kite (claimed by its vendor). However, a kite with a KPO system similar to the GlobeRider Lift2 that changes the attachment points as the COP of the kite changes may produce similar “smoothness” as a modern windsurfing sail.
None of the current kitesurf kite has an automatic reefing system. However, a kite with some pulley system on the bridle that changes the attachment points as the COP of the kite changes may produce similar “smoothness” as a modern windsurfing sail. On the other hand, due to the tremendous power requirement during jumping, automatic reefing may not be a good thing for kiters.
