How to Rig a Kite Off a Boat in Shallow Water

Welcome to the Pro Tip Series! In this video we show you step by step how to rig your LEI /inflatable kite off of a boat. This method works well for shallow water spots that require boat access but may not have a beach or land that is suitable for rigging. Steps - Step 1: Motor up to a shallow water spot. Step 2: Rig your anchor off of the stern. Step 3: Set up a kite leash off of bow. Step 4: Unwrap your kite with trailing edge over the bow. Attach kite to the kite leash. Step 5: Pump up and flip your kite. Step 6: When unwrapping your kite lines, first gauge in which direction the lines will travel due to current. Make sure you choose a spot where lines will travel away from your vessel. Step 7: Attach chicken loop to stationary object, like a cleat. Step 8: Run your lines out. Since approaching kite from downwind, make sure bar is flipped. Step 9: Connect Pig Tails. Step 10: Bring your kite to the edge of the window and let it fly at 9 or 3. Step 11: Walk back to the boat, keep a light grip on the lower front flying line/center line. Step 12: Hook in and go shred! http://nextlevelwatersports.com