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 BLOKART

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A Blokart is a mini land yacht that is fast, fun and safe. They have a 3-wheeled steel chassis that is light strong and protective. Drive is produced by the single hand controlled sail and you steer with a hand tiller bar.

Popularity
Why is Blokarting becoming so popular? A Blokart Fits in a bag in the boot of your car, it can be assembled in minutes with no tools, and does over 50mph ! What else do you need to know.

Location
Blokarts can be used almost anywhere - from beaches to car parks, sports and recreation areas, tennis courts and even on ice.

Age
Blo-karting is claimed to be suitable for all ages and abilities; children, grandparents, people with disabilities or extreme sports fans. Everyone will find their own level.

Ability
Blokarts are amazingly easy to sail, most people take minutes to get going, it's just the finesse that takes a while to learn ! Blokarts are fast and feel it as pilots are so low to the ground; but they are safe.

Description
The Blo-kart is a portable, wind-powered, ergonomically-designed go-kart designed to run on flat surfaces, particularly suitable for beaches. It’s thrilling, but it’s also designed so that safety is paramount. The steering wheel allows the driver complete control over direction, whilst the sheet rope, attached to the sail, controls the speed.

Closely Related Activities
Land and Sand Yachting 357, Dinghy sailing 507, Ice Yachting 336, Windsurfing 73, Speedsailing1086.

Cost
A Blokart can be purchased for £1250 upwards.

Blokarts can be hired per 3 hour session including tuition.

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