unfortunately, getting up on the board is the easy part. There is soooo much safety that needs to be addressed whether you get up on your board the first try or months down the road. Practicing assisted launches is crucial. Its always good to have someone out there watching your back and vice versa. It is an individual sport but I have seen fellow kiters save lives more time than I can count. If you feel good in the water, take a land lesson. Self-rescue, proper launches and safety systems. The weather here in the summer is wacky. Definitely use caution.
as far as what knots to use, your sheeting system on the bar, etc. I'd recommend getting with someone who is proficient and hear what they have to say. On my '07 waroo I use the 3rd knot from the bottom. If you depower your kite all the way on that bar the kite will stall and fall backwards. leave it a little bit powered to prevent that. Good luck
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