I'm confused by a couple of statements in this thread...

1) "Low tow prevents kiting"
Doesn't the kiting event often happen in early take-off,
just as glider is leaving the ground, and before low-tow
is established???

2) "Nose hook prevents kiting"
Didn't we have at least one fatal accident in USA
with a nosehook (L-13 IIRCC)??? Others???
Anybody have any facts (Yes, I know, its RAS, but...)???
I'm not saying nose-hooks don't help, however...

But then, I'm easily confused...
Thanks,
Best Regards, Dave