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KITE REPAIR

My kite loses air, how do I exchange a Bladder?

It can happen that the kite is damaged by various objects such as thorns, stones, etc. and loses air as a result. Each tube kite consists of a front tube (leading edge) and several cross tubes (struts). Under the Dacron there is a plastic tube how to

Bladder Repair - How to remove the bladders

Removing the Leading Edge Bladder. 1. Lay the kite down flat on the ground with the struts facing upwards and deflate all the struts. 2. Remove all rubber hose from the leading edge valves. 3. Open the end of the leading edge at the wing tips of the

Bladder Repair - How to repair small holes on your bladder

For repairing small holes we recommend using the repair kit from DUOTONE. 1. Inflate the bladder and wipe it with a sponge soaked in soapy water or submerge portions of the bladder in a tub of water. Air bubbles indicate holes. 2. Mark the hole and d

My kite has a small crack in the canopy, what to do?

If you notice a small damage in the canopy, it is necessary to repair it immediately using the repair tape to prevent further coarse damage. If the damage to the cloth is greater, we recommend to have it repaired by a professional sailmaker.

Bladder repair - How do I reinsert my bladder correctly?

Re-Inserting Leading Edge Bladder. 1. Before you begin to reinsert the bladder make sure the air valves are aiming in the direction of the valve openings. 2. Fold the bladder according the picture and lay the folded bladder in front of the zipper of