FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

How safe are blokart landsailers?

The blokart landsailer has been designed with safety as a top priority. By doing so the sport has a very healthy incident record, even with over 5000 units sold. Each blokart landsailer comes standard with a safety belt and leg restraining straps. Blokart international recommends the use of helmet, gloves, stout shoes and eye protection at all times.

Do I need to know anything about sailing?

All you need to know is whether it's windy or not. Kids as young as 5 have picked up blokart sailing within 5-10mins!

How quick can I learn to blokart landsailer?

Blokart sailing is very easy to pick up. You'll be out screaming around before you can count to...

Do you need to adjust the blokart to suit each user?

Nope, the blokart landsailer is 'one size fits all'! Whether you are tall or short, small or large, the blokart landsailer is designed to suit everyone. For the very tall we even have a foot bar extension that allows you to stretch out those long legs.

Do you need a lot of strength and energy to blokart?

Blokart sailing is very easy to do and requires a low level of fitness. One hand controls the steering which is light and responsive. The other hand holds the sheet rope which runs through 3 pulleys making it easy to hold. For long sessions we do recommend gloves.

How to avoid the blokart from flipping?

Very simply... let out the sheet rope quickly. If you can, try and steer into the wind - this will de-power the sail. If you do flip, hold onto the handle bar with both hands until you come to a stop. In most cases you will damage neither the blokart landsailer or yourself.

How much wind do you need?

This primairily depends on your weight. A child will get going in as little as 5kts of wind, where as an adult will need about 8-10kts. With Bonaire’s average windspeed of 14 kts, chances are slim that we’ll have to push you around the track!

How fast can blokart landsailers go?

Probably as fast as you want them to. It all depends on the strength of the wind, and the angles you sail at. So far, the world speedrecord stands at 93 kph (57 mph)

Can I race against others?

The blokart is designed for racing! With it's quick assembly and ease of use, a bit of practice and anyone can be the world champ. Well... maybe.

What does 'one design' mean?

It means everyone races the same high quality blokart landsailer. It also means that we have a level playing field for competitive blokart landsailer sailing . If you lose, you can't whine about someone else having a better machine.