New kite with old bar

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Renaud
Renaud
VIC
60 posts
VIC, 60 posts
17 Nov 2021 4:29pm
Hello,
I am running an old quiver of 2014 Dice in 7, 9 and 12 M
7 and 12 are still in great condition but 9 could be updated

Is there any point trying to run a new 2021 9m duotone dice kite with my 2014 trust bar (24m lines - 4 lines) or am I ridiculous?

I won't be able to fork out much more than $1000 for new gear at the moment so unlikely to be able to upgrade kite + bar...

Thanks for your insights
KiteBud
KiteBud
WA
1615 posts
WA, 1615 posts
17 Nov 2021 4:10pm
Hi Renaud,

your biggest concern with your old bar should be the safety system. I'm pretty sure that a 4-line 2014 trust bar would use a dual front line safety system.

Most don't know this but since 2018 all bars on the market have to have a single front line safety system. This ensures your kite with fully flag out in any emergency and this could be a life saver.

If you have a dual front line safety system, it's definitely worth upgrading your bar to a modern one for safety reasons only.

If you don't know what I'm talking about, here is a video that explains this in details: www.kitebud.com.au/kitesurfing-online-courses/kitesurfing-safety-systems/

Christian - KiteBud
Kamikuza
Kamikuza
QLD
6493 posts
QLD, 6493 posts
17 Nov 2021 10:58pm
cbulota said..
This ensures your kite with fully flag out in any emergency


Except when it's that front line that breaks eh
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