Parasailing is an activity where most participants are new, inexpert and exposed. Being well informed and using your common sense could avoid some untoward events. In general, parasailing is a very safe activity that can be enjoyed by almost everyone. The origins of parasailing depicts the years of expertise in perfecting the parasail which is the main component of the activity. Launch techniques have been developed for a softer take off and landing.
Parasailing is also considered an extreme sport activity and carries its own risks; however, with proper training combined with licensed and experienced parasailing crew, the risks are minimized. The fact that most parasailing is done over water means that should there be any emergency landing other than on the boat, it would be a soft one. Unlike other activities that entail a participant to be suspended or up in the air, parasailing utilizes the wind with the use of a parachute so any break off from the source of force would just mean that the participant would slowly and not abruptly drift downwards.
Most parasailing services involve custom manufactured parasailing boats that reel them on and off the boat using a hydraulic winch to make certain of dry and easy takeoff and landing. Experience is not needed since both captain and crew are experienced and there to help you with safe launches and landings.
Parasailing can be done by almost anyone, however people with back problems or neck injuries are not recommended to try the sport. The most that you can get as far as physical injury would be sunburn. It can get very hot once you are up over 600 feet and it would be very wise to bring sun block.
As experience is not necessary, so is swimming. People who can't swim can also enjoy parasailing since all launch and landings are done from the rear of the boat and most of them (unless specified) are dry. In an unlikely event of a boat malfunction, participants slowly drift down to the water wearing a life jacket. You do not even have to touch the water in parasailing unless you want to. You can tell the boat's captain of your preference. Parasailing can allow you to shimmy on the water with the captain's aid.
All parasailing equipment undergoes an extremely rigorous maintenance program and is inspected after every use. Standard tow lines have a breaking strength of at least 1000lbs at the minimum. When parasailing, you'll fly for about 10 to 12 minutes depending on the number of people that parasail. Yes, parasailing can be done in couples or in threes too!
Parasailing is a fun sport that can be enjoyed alone or as a group. It is one activity that is designed to give you maximum enjoyment while prioritizing your safety! So what are you waiting for? See you up in the air!
Patrick Deakin is a lover of parasailing. He is also an experienced writer and enjoys sharing information and tips on parasailing with other like-minded people. Patrick has experienced and tried parasailing all around Australia and recommends anyone interested in parasailing to give it a go!!
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