Kite Buggy
The kite buggy (or buggy), also known as kite car, is a wheeled vehicle propelled by the pull of a kite. Its design is similar to that of a sail car. Practice associated with it may take the form of a quiet hobby (riding) or a sporting activity (speed/acrobatics), depending on the material, wind strength and driver experience. It can also be played on grass, sand or asphalt. The main restrictions are that the sport must be practiced on minimally damaged grounds, which are wide enough and unobstructed.
While sitting on the tank, the pilot controls the direction at the front wheel with their feet, and the kite also known as traction, with their hands. The driver is not attached to the buggy (strapping to the car is rare because it can be dangerous), and the kite is attached by harness to the pilot (except for beginners), but never to the buggy itself. Therefore, the pilot's body is required for traction.
It is possible to reach speeds of over 70 km/h, in fact, up to twice as fast as the wind.
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