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Ocean Rodeo 2011 Free Ride Bar User Manual

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  • Page 2 Take a lesson! Before you launch any kite, it is imperative to take certified kiteboarding lessons. For Information on lessons in your area go to www.oceanrodeo.com. Important note Read this manual thoroughly before using your The user is therefore advised to obtain such kite bar.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Caution _____________________________________________________________________ 6 Using a lock in tube ________________________________________________ 15 Tuning the lines ________________________________________________________ 7 Trim line adjustment ______________________________________________ 18 Back line length adjustment ____________________________________ 9 Adjustable tension bar stopper _____________________________ 17 Attaching the kite leash to your harness ______________ 10 Adjust bar length ____________________________________________________ 19 Kite leash attachment ___________________________________________ 11 Line storage bungees ____________________________________________ 20...
  • Page 5 A Front line swivel assembly. B Trim line. C Back line re-ride handle. E Back line leader. G Bar float. H Bar. I Kite leash. J Adjustable bar stopper. L Trim cleat. M Trim loop body. N Push away trim loop release. O Retractable bungee line holder.

  • Page 6: Caution

    Caution Safety Warning: kite powered sports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. The user of this product should understand that participating in kite powered sports may involve serious injury or death and agree to observe the following safety precautions: • Get instruction specific to the type of kite power • Do not kite near power lines! • Do not ask a non-kiter to assist in the launching or...

  • Page 7: Tuning The Lines

    Tuning the lines Now pull on the bar to check your rear outside lines. If the bar is not square (perpendicular) to the center It is very important that your lines are tuned properly. lines then adjust the length using the knots on the Make a habit of checking your line lengths regularly. leader line. Attach all four lines to an immovable object (nail or screwdriver pushed into the ground etc.) All Lines Equal Length! Pick up the kite bar and make sure the trim strap...
  • Page 8 Overall all lines equal length...

  • Page 9: Back Line Length Adjustment

    Back Line length Adjustment Your back flying lines can be adjusted longer or When your line lengths are equal slide the bar floats shorter by sliding the bar floats up and adjusting the down covering the loose ends of the back leader lines. larks head knots. Move the larks head connection up or down to correct uneven back line lenghts.

  • Page 10: Attaching The Kite Leash To Your Harness

    Attaching the kite leash to your harness IMPORTANT! during a emergency kite release which may rotate you The kite leash release cuff must always be located at your facing away from the kite and make it difficult to reach the body and within easy reach! Never attach the release cuff release cuff on the kite safety leash.

  • Page 11: Kite Leash Attachment

    Kite Leash Attachment The Free Style Bar has two different safety modes. and the Center Safety Line Back Line Re-ride Center Line Safety Mode. Attach the carabiner through the large stainless ring located at end of the center safety line. Back line re-ride You must be unhooked or released from your chicken loop and your leash must be disconnected from your harness before activating the back line re-ride.

  • Page 12: Kite Safety Leash Release Cuff Tension

    Kite safety leash KITE LEASH RELEASE CUFF ACTIvATION Release cuff tension To activate the kite leash release cuff, firmly grasp the release cuff and push away. (4)(5)(6) The velcro release cuff Warning: By releasing your kite leash your kite is now out can be wrapped tighter or of your control and a potential hazard to others.

  • Page 13: Trim Loop Release Cuff Activation

    TRIM Loop Release Cuff Activation To separate yourself from the trim loop in an emergency situation, push the orange release cuff located on the chicken loop hub away from you with force. (1)(2) (3)(4)(5) Providing your kite leash is attached to the center line leash attachment the control bar will ride up the center safety line and provide depower.

  • Page 14: Trim Loop Reset After Activation

    trim Loop reset after activation Flex the trim loop tubing, allowing the looped end to thread over the webbing release tab. (1)(2) Push the orange release cuff up and squeeze the webbing release tab up against the body of the chicken loop hub. (2)(3) The orange release cuff is fitted with elastic shock cord that will snap the release cuff back into riding position.

  • Page 15: Using A Lock In Tube

    Using a Lock in tube The lock in tube helps keep your trim loop hooked in if you have slack or minimal tension on your lines while riding. To use the lock in tube simply flex the tubing into the head of the harness, under the trim loop.

  • Page 16: Trim Line Adjustment

    Trim line Adjustment Un-cleat the trim line to change the trim or pitch of your kite. Pull in, or toward you to de-power. Allow the line out, or away from you to add power. To un-cleat the trim line pull 1st down and then away from the cleat.

  • Page 17: Adjustable Tension Bar Stopper

    Adjustable tension bar stopper The adjustable tension bar stopper allows the rider to Recommended set the bar throw to a preferred position and sliding setting tension. POSITIONING THE BAR STOPPER Manually slide the bar stopper up and down the trim line to find a comfortable setting.
  • Page 18 WARNING! Some advanced riders prefer the bar stopper to be locked in place. This setting will not allow the kite to depower if you let the bar go. (3) WARNING! If you ride without the orange clip your bar stopper will not slide when the bar makes contact.

  • Page 19: Adjust Bar Length

    Adjust bar length Your Free Ride bar can be easily adjusted to work in two lengths. To shorten or lengthen the bar length undo the bar end leader line (1)(2)(3) Pull bar end leader through to oppisite side and re attach flying lines. Repeat on opposite bar end (4)(5)

  • Page 20: Line Storage Bungees

    Line storage bungees Use bar end line bungess to secure your kite lines for tangle free storage.

  • Page 21: Storing And Caring

    Storing and Caring Warranty To avoid tangles we suggest you wind your lines in a All kite control bars are covered by a one-year figure 8 pattern around the bar ends. This will prevent warranty offered to the original purchaser on twists and allow you to run them out smoothly again workmanship and materials.

  • Page 22: The Crew Is For You

    THE CREW IS FOR YOU! The Ocean Rodeo Crew is a more than just an owners Join the Crew and participate in the broader community of group. It is a dedicated following of riders united by dedicated Ocean Rodeo riders! a common love for the environment they ride in and the equipment they use. WWW.OCEANRODEO.COM/CREWSITE • Register your product online...

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