Hi Matt,

I started kiting when I was 11 and about 45ishkgs, cant really remember now. I got a Peter Lynn ARC 630 but ut was a bit small. I would reccomend about a 7-9m kite depending on the wind range. I am now 14 and weigh about 56kg. I flew a 13m Venom but now have sponsorship from Catapult KIteboarding and will be flying a 11m or 13m most of the time. It mostly depends on the wind that you will get and the skill level of your daughter. I would reccomend she flys smaller kites first to get used to the power as she might be a bit afraid of the power of a big kite. Hope this helps,

JL

When Lloyd learn't to kite, he started on an 8m lei.Found it so-so.He then started using a twin skin PLK.
His improvement rate was massive, and was having MUCH more FUN, less time with the kite in the water, and more time on the board.
This also saved me time assisting him.
Found it very very easy.
When it comes to teaching kids
get them the most stable kite going, and if your out there with them consider one for yourself. There'll be plenty of times that you'll be helping them out, and you'll need both hands free. The time invested will be well worth it. There have also been numerous times that Lloyd has assisted other kiters on the water, and the auto Z of his kite allowed him to help others without endangering himself, or ditching his kite.
good luck with whatever kite you get, and enjoy the buzz of watching your kids learn this wonderful sport.
Safe Kiting
frank
www.kiteschool.com.au

It is really great to hear about younger kiters getting into this sensational sport, safely and with (obvious) great confidence.

I hear what you say about kite stability being super important and although I had not thought of a PL kite I will now check them out with interest.

I agree on the strong swimmer skills too - she has those.

Thanks for your input.

Matkiter