Power Kite Information

Power kites, also referred to as parastunters, flexifoils and parafoils, generate much more power than traditional forms of kiting. The drag generated by a power kite is capable of pulling flyers across almost any sort of terrain. (See Reference 2, paragraph 1.)

  1. Winter Settings

    • Power kites have become increasingly popular in winter environments (See Reference 2, paragraph 2). Depending on wind speeds and flyer expertise, power kites can be used to pull their flyers on skis or snowboards across flat ground, uphill and through the air (See Reference 2, paragraph 2).

    Other Uses

    • Power kites offer flyers multiple uses to apply on land or in the water, pulling flyers on water skis, skate boards, land boards, surf boards, roller blades, buggies, landboards or on your own two feet.

    Safety

    • Before combining a power kite with other hobbies like skiing or skating, first get a feel for your power kite so you realize the power behind it (See Reference 1, paragraph 5). Also, save power-kiting for spacious areas with soft terrain, given the sometimes limited control over the kite. Older children flying power kites should be supervised by an adult (See Reference 1, paragraph 2).