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  • Page 1 BAR 11...
  • Page 2 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual Tips & Tricks Watc h o ut f or u sefu l ti ps & tr ic ks r e ga r di ng our p r od uc ts u n de r WW W.nor thk it e s .c om i n the f oll oWi ng cate gory: t V, pi cs &...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual conTenT 1. release of liabiliTy 2. safeTy and precauTions 2.1. kiteboarding safety 2.2. dangers from the kite 2.3. dangers from kite lines 2.4. dangers from the kiteboard 2.5. dangers to uninVolVed third parties 2.6. Weahter related dangers 3.

  • Page 4: Release Of Liability

    WaiVe r, a s s um p ti on of ri s k by assembling and/or using this north kite product, you agree that you have read and understood the entire north kiteboarding product owner’s manual, including all instructions...

  • Page 5: Safety And Precautions

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 2. safeTy and precauTions north kiteboarding strongly recommends: We recommend a third-party insurance for kitesurfers. in some countries, such insurances are mandatory for kitesurfers. if you are not yet able to kite or if you feel insecure, you must attend a licensed kiteboarding school to learn the basics of this fantastic sport.

  • Page 6: Dangers From Kite Lines

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 2 .2 . da ngers f r om t he k it e When kiteboarding you might face the extreme forces of the elements. in rare cases the kite or its lines can cause dangerous situations: ››...

  • Page 7: Weahter Related Dangers

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 2 .6 . W eah ter r el at e d da n g er s ›› avoid offshore wind. ›› be careful with onshore wind. ›› get information on tidal and sea current conditions at your kiting spot! ››...

  • Page 8: System

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 3. sysTem 3 .1 . t r us t ba r north kiteboarding’s new Trust bar has been completely reworked and combines a vari- ety of new functions. it forms the basis of our five line and four line bar and is supplied with a completely redesigned iron heart iii and a new safety leash.
  • Page 9 The Trust bar 5th element is supplied ready to use with all lines and a safety leash. The standard settings are suitable for most riders and all north kite models. The setup can be individually adjusted according to the rider’s individual size and preferences.
  • Page 10 The Trust bar Quad control is supplied ready to use with all lines and a safety leash. The standard settings are suitable for most riders and all north kite models. The setup can be individually adjusted according to the rider’s individual size and preferences.

  • Page 11: Iron Heart Iii

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 3 .2 . i r on h ea r t i i i The newly developed iron heart iii offers a variety of new functions that make kiting easi- er and safer. in order to avoid possible mistakes in using the new system, you should famil- iarize yourself with all its functions and proper usage by carefully reading the manual.

  • Page 12: Functions

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4. funcTions 4 .1 . s a fet y lea sh The new safety leash has a specially developed carabiner that is covered with a neo- prene sheath. This sheath prevents injuries and keeps the carabiner from getting acci- dentally caught in any lines or other objects.
  • Page 13 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .1.2 . attachi ng t h e s a fe ty l e as h to t h e har n ess 1. Thread the red line at the release grip through the metal ring of your harness. 2.

  • Page 14: Safety Modes

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .2 . saf et y mode s The new iron heart iii has two different safety modes. The standard safety Mode and the suicide Mode. depending on your skills and requirements you can opt for one of these modes before you take off.
  • Page 15 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .2.1. 2. re lea si ng i n s tan da r d saf et y mo de Whi le ho o ked in 1. To separate yourself from your kite in an emergency situation while you are hooked in, simply push the red release grip at the iron heart iii away from your body.
  • Page 16 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 . 2 .2 . suic id e m o de important: north kiteboarding recommends using only the standard safety mode because it permits completely depowering the kite. north does not recommend using the suicide mode at any time since this mode makes it impossible to com- pletely depower the kite in certain situations.
  • Page 17 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .2.2. 2. re lea si ng i n s u i c i d e m od e Wh i l e ho oked i n 1. in order to separate yourself from the kite in an emergency situation while hooked in, simply push the red release grip at the iron heart iii away from your body.

  • Page 18: Reassembling The Iron Heart Iii After Release

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4.3. rea ssemb lin g the ir on he ar t ii i a ft e r r e lea s e important: keep the red safety line pulled in during assembly and keep an eye on your kite at all times.

  • Page 19: Roto Head

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .4. r oto h ea d The roto head permits you to untangle the lines after a rotation jump or a kiteloop while you are riding. it is not necessary to remove the safety leash because the red safety line runs through the center of the iron heart iii.

  • Page 20: Flip Flop Chicken Dick

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 . 5. fl i p fl op chic k en dic k The new chicken dick makes it easier for you to lock the chicken loop. This prevents acci- dental unhooking of the chicken loop from the harness hook. for unhooked tricks you can easily push the flip flop chicken dick to the side so that it is not in your way when hooking back in.
  • Page 21 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .6.1. depoWeri n g 1. pull the black adjuster towards your body until you get the desired depower effect. 2. let go of the adjuster and the line will be locked between the teeth of the Vario cleat. 3.
  • Page 22 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4.6.3. po sit io ni ng the Var io c le at The Vario cleat can be adjusted to the rider’s body size or personal preferences. This makes the adjuster equally easy to reach for both tall and short riders. important: the position of the Vario cleat may only be changed on land.

  • Page 23: Free Sliding Stopper And Stopper Ball

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .7. fre e s li din g sto pp e r a n d s to pp er bal l The bar stopper allows you to quickly adjust the depower travel on the water. The bar can then be put down on the bar stopper to reduce the strain on the rider’s arms.

  • Page 24: One 4 All

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4. 8. one 4 all The one 4 all system allows you to individually adjust the bar width. The narrow position of 46 cm reduces the kite’s turning speed and is recommended for smaller kites and for new school tricks.
  • Page 25 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 4 .9.1. hooking i n to t h e m i c r o l oop 1. pull the bar towards your body so that the Micro loop faces the Micro hook. 2. Tilt the bar slightly forward and bring the Micro loop under the Micro hook. 3.

  • Page 26: Kook Proof Line Attachment

    Trust bar and the kook proof system. The color code and the alternating position of the loops and knots permits only the right connection. important: the kook proof system works only in connection with a north kite. Kite Kite...

  • Page 27: Replacing Parts

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 5. replacing parTs 5 .1 . rep lacing t h e r u b be r l i n e 1. remove the bottom side of rubber line from the groove with the help of a small screw driver.

  • Page 28: Fitting The Micro Hook (Micro Loop Upgrade Kit)

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 5. 3. fit t in g th e m i cr o hook ( mi cr o loo p up gra d e k i t ) / replac ing the depoWer li ne 1. remove the suicide ring from the safety line and pull it out of the iron heart iii. 2.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Chicken Loop / Chicken Dick

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 5.4 . repl aci ng t h e ch i ck e n l oo p / c hic ke n d ic k 1. push the release grip up and open the release pin. This keeps a little opening at the release grip when you let go of it.

  • Page 30: Tips And Tricks

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 6. Tips and Tricks 6 .1 . t ri m c heck 6 . 1 .1. sta nda rd se tu p of the bar (u p on de l iV e ry ) 1. The Vario cleat must be completely open (maximum kite power). 2.
  • Page 31 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 6 .1.2. checking l i n e l e n gt h since the lines stretch over time it is recommended to check the line length before each use and to adjust the lines for a proper trim of the bar. 1.
  • Page 32 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 6 .1 .3. ext end in g the f ifth li ne of t he t r us t ba r 5t h e lem ent important: this setup is only relevant for the trust bar 5th elemenet . the bar is supplied with a special extension loop.
  • Page 33 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 6 .1.3. 1. at tach in g th e e x te n s i on l o op 1. Thread the end of the fifth line through the small eye of the extension loop 2.

  • Page 34: Maintenance And Care

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 7. mainTenance and care To ensure that your Trust bar always functions properly, you must observe the following points: ›› always rinse the entire Trust bar in clear water after use. open the iron heart iii to clean it on the inside as well.
  • Page 35 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual me ta l par t s ›› The surfaces of cr-ni steel parts should not show any black discoloration (see also maintenance of cr-ni steels in the iron heart Manual). ›› Metal parts must not be bent out of shape (pins, center part). ››...

  • Page 36: Warranty Policy

    north kiteboarding bar 11 manual 8. WarranTy policy north kiteboarding Warrants this product to be free of Major defects in material or work- manship to the original purchaser for a period of six months from the original date of purchase. This warranty is subject to the following limitations: ››...
  • Page 37 north kiteboarding bar 11 manual...
  • Page 38 Cover RIDER: Mallory de la Villemarqué PIC: Ludovic Franco For further information please visit: UV varnish coating recyclable www.northkites.com Infinity – Sri Lanka...

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