I am a 100 kg, 42 yr old granny that is new to kite surfing (hope i got someone's attention!)
I have my first lesson next week but couldn't wait and just had to buy some gear on ebay yesterday. I have spent hrs researching and checking windranges on different models and think I have a kit now that will be good to learn on but don't yet know enough to be sure so would appreciate some feedback from other kiters.

In one package I bought the following;
Fone twin tip board in resonable condition (147 cm - is this big enough?).
Fuel slingshot bars with lines.
2005 13m fuel slingshot 4 line kite with no damage, no repairs. excellent condition.
Dakine sit in Harness,(brand new) never been used. Size is L but I'm thinking I'll need an XL.
cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=006&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=160078998617&rd=1&rd=1

In a separate purchase I also bought a Cabrinha Co2 17m 2004 kite for lighter wind. No lines, just kite and bag in this purchase and I am wondering if I will be able to use the lines from the other kite above?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=011&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=320076350454&rd=1&rd=1

- will kites be ok for someone of my size?
- I have surfing, skateboarding, skiing experience (quite a while ago tho)but will board be large enough?
- can I use Fuel bar/lines with Cabrinha kite? (or is this a silly idea?)

PS - will be learning around Botany so watch out!

thanks tommy, I'll look into that 5th line.
What do you think about the board size and interchangability (is that a word?) of lines between Fuel and co2?

The gear sounds about right.The board will be fine.But maybe try a 152.

You are only 42 ???Whats the drama? But if you can lose some weight it would be really good !You will understand once you get into it.
Its not much fun having to use a 17 m kite!They are very s l o w !You will be wanting to use the 13 m all the time. That is a good size in the Fuel.

I would check carefully about the bar and lines,because those Cabs came with Recon or something.But should be alright.You said you were having lessons ,so check with your instructor first.

Good luck,and try to get down to 90 kilos !

Then 80 could be a target !

Dont let your instructor try to talk you into buying a bow!

These are silly kites held in shape by strings and pulleys designed to get people who shouldnt really be in the sport in the sport.

You stand firm Granny, Your man enough for the full C experience!

Even though a BOW hurt me (badly), BOW kites are good, and if you get used to them they are ADDICTIVE.
For ol' guys are good and if you treat them with the due respect, they treat you the same!
I just can't wait for the next season to come back on the beach with MY BOW's.

C kites are good also, and if you get used to them they are ADDICTIVE too.
It's a matter of what you like, the same like with cars, one likes sports cars, other four wheel drives.

We've got trough this debate sevewral threads (too manny already).

Smurfer, I wish you luck with your buy, although be safe, take some lessons and take it easy with the second hand gear.

Good luck

No, I'm actually visiting family up at the Sunshine Coast and will be there for 5 days so taking the opportunity to get lessons while there. Just called the instructor and I will be learning on a bow (Slingshot Lynx) so I guess will get to try both types soon enough and decide on what suits for the long term.

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Originally posted by ThreadJacker

WTF>>>>> I smell some good oh fashion TROLLING......Not even Poor Relo could came up with this......

Silviu...which one is a sports car and 4X4? Bows are like a diesel truck with compression braking...just let off the peddle and they stop, and C's are like a sports cars with bald mag wheels, spoilers, banging music and no brakes...something for everyone!!

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You may be right, but don't forget, trucks are good, they fit a purpose

Smurfer ,
Bows are easy to learn on for sure and if your into surfing they are great because you can depower at will and ride the best part of the wave.C kites are great too but they do not have the wind range of a bow.
In the end its woteva does it 4 you and your riding style.
Try b4 u buy an then you will know because Kite tecknowlegy is moving fast and there are a lot of gr8 kites out now.
Have fun....