kite knife

kyle.vh · Since 11 Jul 2007 713 Posts city of angels Addicted

i just ordered the carbon fiber double blade hook knife from here:
http://www.paragear.com/templates/base_template.asp?group=180
Now that I'm getting loved ones into the sport (wife, brother) makes sense to take that extra safety step. Got one for myself too. Just $12 if you don't order a 'pouch'. not bad for double blades and carbon fiber so it won't flex.
thanks to Nak for pointing out the benefits of the double-blade set up, otherwise I would have bought the cheaper knife, I'm sure.
the results are here:
http://www.nwkite.com/forums/t-9690-0.html
pretty compelling data.
also--you could end up saving someone else.

Very Happy

jdubs · Since 21 May 2008 36 Posts

Anywhere else to get the knife? Internet orders need to be greater then 25$

kyle.vh · Since 11 Jul 2007 713 Posts city of angels Addicted

i think you can just call that company. i bet they'll ship one out.

SalmonSlayer · Since 27 Nov 2005 648 Posts Addicted **CGKA Member**

Where do you keep your knife if you do not have a sheath. I have a Captain Hook knife and the sheath is inadequate for kiteboarding in my opinion. You need two hands if you want to remove it quickly.

MasViento · Since 03 Mar 2009 235 Posts 97031 Stoked

Kyle,
Here is an option made by Gerber (an Oregon company). These are being sold by this surplus company that I deal with called CountyComm ( http://www.countycomm.com )

These folks carry high end gear at GREAT prices. And NO I dont work for them. I have used many of their products on medical aid missions overseas where shit just cant fail.

This one has spare blade in handle and is CRAZY sharp. The angle of pull looks to be more straight than the Capt. Hook or Carbon.

Its also cheaper. only $ 8.95 !! http://www.countycomm.com/cutter.htm

See video here :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eav9eznKxgs

SpaceRacer · Since 04 Nov 2007 434 Posts Obsessed

Feel somewhat vindicated for not being a total dork as I carry two of these exact knives on me when I kite. These are super cheap, lightweight and effective. I keep one right on my chest attached to my life or impact vest (another benefit to wearing these) and one in the back of my harness where the cheapee ones go. I have affixed a little line with a big stopper ball on the one in the back of my harness so that I can feel for it easily. One good tip for knives - stick one in your teeth whenever you are self-rescuing or doing dicey maneuvers in the water with a powerable kite. It's a reminder and it's right there if you need it. Be safe.

Scribble · Since 18 Nov 2005 636 Posts NoPo Addicted

Anyone know if either of those will fit in a Mystic Warrior harness???

Andy

SpaceRacer · Since 04 Nov 2007 434 Posts Obsessed

I wear a Mystic Warrior.

wylieflyote · Mon Mar 09, 09 8:53 am

SpaceRacer · Since 04 Nov 2007 434 Posts Obsessed

Wierd, my Mystic Warrier seat harness has a pocket in the rear, where this hook knife fits perfectly. Either way, the hook knife in the rear of the harness should not be your only hook knife as this setup is virtually worthless in an emergency. I just keep my second one there and use it when I am self-rescuing, etc. One of the benies of wearing a life jacket or impact vest is that you can put the hook knife right there on your chest for easy access in an emergency.