Sand dragging is this the closest equivalent to body surfing on land. It requires a big kite, space and a strong wind. Though some people take to belly sliding, sand dragging is generally done on two feet. The movement is erratic depending on how close the pilot can keep the kite to the power zone and how steady the wind is but continuos sliding for 100 yards or more is not difficult with practice. As this is a downwind only sport, the fun of sliding is interspersed with the required upwind walks to regain ground.
As in most types of power kiting, two line or four line kites are equally well suited for sand dragging. Longer lines are helpful but not as critical as with body surfing. 100ft (30m) is usually adequate. Sand dragging requires a long clear area downwind and a strong steady breeze.
Sand dragging can be dangerous as the pilot sometimes pitches forward onto the ground. As always non-releasing harnesses are a hazard and should be avoided to prevent injury to flier or bystander.