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Powerkiters

Posted by Alex Turnbull, Monday, 6th February 2006

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Here’s an excellent sight of some Powerkiters doing their thing on a windy day in Southend-on-Sea, England. I wonder if they’re landboarding, or maybe even buggying?

Thanks to Steve Wrona.

2 Responses to 'Powerkiters'

  1. Luke says:

    That looks like a ton of fun. ANyone here ever tried it?

  2. gIMpSTa says:

    I have kited with skis. EXTREMELY fun. Definately recommend it to “thrill seekers”.

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