Imagine : A three wheeled wind powered go kart, the freedom of sailing on land , no water body required , the sheer fun of traveling at speeds of up to 50 mph with no engine and no brakes. Due to the low center of gravity, high maneuverability, they are remarkably safe. Weighing about 25 kgs, you can carry it in the boot of your car, set up in five minutes and off you go. Welcome to world of Landyachting.
History : Landyachting started in the late 1980's and because of its easy learning curve has gained in popularity all over the world . Competition Landyachting is now becoming popular.
What do you need : A Land yacht (Kart and sail) ,helmet , good shoes and some wind.
Where you can do it : Any hard flat surface - beach below hi-tide , car park, any flat field.
Who can do it : Anybody and everybody.
Sigle & Tandem. Truly a family activity, one
size fits all ages and sizes. You can be sailing
within 15 minutes of instructions and practice.
India Scenario : So far nowhere that we know off, however the first center is being set up shortly by us and we can keep you informed.
Cost : A complete brand new land
yacht can cost between Rs90,000/- to Rs.1,30,000/-
plus and is imported however one size suits all
including different skill levels but you may have
to wait a long time for your turn.
Safety
: While remarkably easy to do, it is
strongly recommended that you follow the rules,
wear a helmet, appropriate shoes and wear the
seat belt at all times
Permission:You may require permission/security
clearance/ Licensing etc. Please check with your
local authority before commencing any activity
especially any form of Aero activity
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