In the last decade, kiting has exploded from a recreational past time to a full-fledged competitive sport. Unlike other kite systems, Pacific Sky Power Kite Controllers enable launch and retrieve directly from the boat. Hold the kite so it fills with wind and then start reeling out. Once the kite is fully deployed, steer with the control bar. When it’s time to head in, reel-in and paddle to shore.
Kiteboating article from the Seattle Times newspaper
photo credit Alan Berner
Kite Controller
Kite Controller Specifications
Control lines: Two 250 lb, 20 meter long control lines
System width: 23”
Materials used: Aluminum, UV resistant plastics, Structural laminates, Stainless-steel hardware
Recommended Wind: 10 to 20 knots
Recommended Kites: 1 to 3 square meter foil kites
RX Controller
The RX Controller is a scaled up version of the Kite Controller and is designed for use with 2 to 4 square meter closed cell foil kites. The RX Controller was developed for more power and better upwind performance.
RX Controller Specifications
Control lines: Two 500 lb, 15 meter long control lines
System width: 30”
Materials used: Aluminum, UV resistant plastics, Structural laminates, Stainless-steel hardware
Recommended Wind: 10 to 20 knots
Recommended Kites: 2 to 4 square meter foil kites