North Kiteboarding Evo BAR 08 User Manual Download Page 6

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Weather-related Dangers

 Avoid offshore wind.

 Be careful with onshore wind.

 Get information on tidal and sea current conditions at your kiting spot!

 Get information from both the weather report and the locals on prevailing wea-

ther conditions.

 Never use the kite with wind forces so strong that you are unable to maintain 

precise control.

 Do not use the kite when wind conditions are likely to change dramatically.

 Never use this kite when thunderstorms are nearby or when such storms have a 

good chance of developing (check the weather report!).

 Leave the water immediately when a storm is approaching. You are in acute life-

threatening danger since you may be struck by lightning!

2.introduction and safety

Summary of Contents for Evo BAR 08

Page 1: ..._English user manual Evo BAR 08...

Page 2: ...you should only use the North Kiteboarding kites on or above the water Never act in a careless manner when using this product You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others when usi...

Page 3: ...s sport can be greatly reduced by abiding by the warning guidelines listed in this owner manual and by using common sense RELEASE AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS In consideration of the sale of the North Kiteboa...

Page 4: ...d Kiteboarding school to learn the basics of this fantastic sport Get familiar with the safety precautions which are indispensable for safe Kiteboarding Kiteboarding creates a heavy strain on your bod...

Page 5: ...ers water skiers and boats When not in use inflated canopies must be secured with sand or heavy objects A canopy filled with air can fly away at any time thus it may injure people and in extreme cases...

Page 6: ...her conditions Never use the kite with wind forces so strong that you are unable to maintain precise control Do not use the kite when wind conditions are likely to change dramatically Never use this k...

Page 7: ...ead knot tight at the end Then tie the blue center line to the string that is attached to the center of the front tube in the same way if you are using the 5th line option on your Evo kite Despite our...

Page 8: ...ending on your size and personal preference you may wish to customize the settings on your Evo Bar to suit your own style 3 The System B11 B1 B1 B3 B3 B2 B2 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 B10 k1 k1 k3 k3 k2 k2 k4...

Page 9: ...te using the Flight Control System while riding pull the black webbing loop towards you This will effectively shorten the front lines thus de powering the kite To power up your kite pull the black web...

Page 10: ...ines there s no other adjustment needed on your back lines NOTE It is not possible to adjust the distance to your Vario Cleat while riding so make sure you can reach your depower handle before heading...

Page 11: ...y or while cruising to give your arms a break If you are not comfortable riding with full constant power or are near dangerous objects twist the micro hook on the top of the iron heart until the hooks...

Page 12: ...loop and the harness hook to prevent ever coming un hooked When things get sketchy and you want to get rid of the kite simply grasp the red hourglass and push it away from you This will release the ba...

Page 13: ...e position equals maximum control and fast turning speed For this reason North Kiteboarding recommends using the inside position for smaller kite sizes and the outside posi tion for larger kite sizes...

Page 14: ...nching The EVO leash is equipped with an additional release at the harness should a total abandonment of the kite become necessary WARNING Always remember that your safety leash is the last connection...

Page 15: ...sheath properly with your whole hand Grab the release mechanism with your whole hand Now push the sleeve away from your body You will feel a little resistance before the safety leash releases To reac...

Page 16: ...peat for the opposite wingtip Your kite lines are also color coordinated to match the kite pigtail attachments ensuring that you connect the lines to the correct wingtip 5 Tips Tricks and Kite Tuning...

Page 17: ...he other To correct this attach the end of the short line to a fixed object and pull the bar firmly several times FOR MORE TIPS AND TRICKS ON OUR GEAR PLEASE CHECK THE WEB AT WWW NORTHKITES COM AND TE...

Page 18: ...th may be considerably reduced even though there is now visible reduction in the line s diameter The leader lines are not exposed to friction and should therefore not show any fiber breakage Wear and...

Page 19: ...r damages incurred as a result of loss of use of this product The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse abuse neglect or normal wear and tear including but not limited to rigging with other...

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