Have you taken any action to protect you while kitesurfing? If you know the right of way (we had a tip two weeks ago), this is a way to protect yourself on the water. But what about physical protection? Have you considered investing in an impact vest? What about a helmet? These are the two simplest and most effective ways to physically protect yourself, though there are other possibilities.

Some other options are:

• Attach the leash to the front of the harness.

• Maintain your gear regularly, especially your pulleys and lines.

• Use protective clothing for your skin and eyes during extensive kitesurfing sessions. Lycra with sun protection factor, caps (the swim), kitesurf sunglasses and even sunscreen!  

With which other options can we protect ourselves, whether in or on the water? Comment below.