User manual

11. Locate zip-tie around centre of overlap between tube and EZ-valve.
12. Cinch up zip tie using pliers- repeat for other end of tube.
13. Inflate kite to normal pressure and use water to check new tube is airtight at both ends.
14. Go-kite.
What safety systems are built into my kite?
Any Best kite flown with any Best bar has multiple redundant safety systems. First and foremost,
pushing the bar away and forcing it to slide up to the trim strap will depower the kite to its depower
limit. Unhooking the kite and dropping the bar when attached to the bypass leash ring will result in the
same maximum depower state being achieved.
Where flying lines are equipped with OSR handles these can be used to completely flag the kite out to
a powerless position by unhooking and then dropping the bar when attached to an OSR handle via
the leash.
When attaching to the OSR handles with the bypass leash always ensure that the tension of the leash
on the flying lines does not cause the kite to fly at an angle. Always ensure that the retaining Velcro is
unfastened before clipping into webbing handles. Failure to do so may compromise the function of the
safety system.
Clip only to the webbing handle; never clip directly into the stainless rings to ensure safe function.
How do I perform a self-rescue with my kite?
Opinions on the best method to self rescue vary. If you believe that you stand a good chance of being
seen with your kite and retrieved either by another kiter or by boat, then you may feel happier keeping
your kite fully inflated. An inflated kite is highly visible on the water and will act as a visual marker for
any potential rescue.