With the arrival of the "Irish" Summer, there are a couple of points which we would like to remind kiters of as beaches get a little busier with people, lifeguards are on full-time duty and generally there are some additional considerations when using Irish beaches.
Seek local knowledge if you have never kitesurfed at a beach
Pump, Launch, Land and Pack Down should be within any designated zones on beaches
Always wrap up your lines if you are not using or planning to launch your kite to avoid any tangles or trips
Always make sure that you have your kite properly secure with enough ballast on it at all times
Promptly enter and exit the water from and to the launch zone
Avoid unnecessary flying of large kites, other than trainer kites, on the beach
Use a Kite leash at all times
Keep out of any flagged swim zones or stay 200 metres away from all swimmers
Stay clear of all areas in front and to the sides of the lifeguard huts in the summer
Give right of way to all other beach users at all times
Assist other kiters to safely land and launch kites
Following these guidelines will help keep everyone safe and the beaches open for us all to enjoy.
Below are links to some of the Beach Guides on our site - these in particular illustrate important points of note when using these beaches, but most apply to all kite spots. If you would like a specific beach guide added for beaches in your area, please get in touch with us.
