Some photos and detail on our fantastic new bar! The SLE 2.0 was a big hit at Surfexpo and we expect it to be very well received this year. It is compatible with all Ocean Rodeo bridled kites dating back to 2006 and to my knowledge should work with all current 4-line bridled kites on the market (verify this with your kite's manufacturer if it is not an OR before upgrading.)
1) Below the bar trim adjustment, for easy sheeting control and unlimited throw. For 2009, the trim line is now independent from the leash connection point, making for a much cleaner and uncluttered set up!
2) Front line swivel, with grab tab. This gives you the option of flagging the kite of off a single front line without ejecting. This option is particularly useful when self rescuing, as it gives the rider the option to simply release the tab and instantly relaunch the kite again.
3) New adjustable stopper. The position of the stopper is easily adjusted on the fly by sliding it up/down the trim line. In addition, sliding tension can be adjusted by repositioning the red clip.
4) New central HUB system. This allows the rider to eject easily with either hand, and it is not affected by load so it works every single time! It is also very easy and simple to put back together, even on the water. The large size of the HUB and bright red color make it easy to find.
5) Unlike some systems on the market, the chicken loop does not detach from the bar when the safety is activated, making it impossible to lose the loop in the water if the the donkey dick is not engaged or fails. We are also offering a larger chicken loop for riders who unhook a lot. This is easily changed out by the rider.
6) The top of the HUB mates with the bar, so the chicken loop auto rotates and is always sitting flat and facing the rider - again, great for unhooking.
7) 850 lb. lines are now standard! Due to a new weave, these are even smaller in diameter than the 650 lb lines we offered last year, and are less prone to tangling.
All working parts are inexpensively and easily maintained by the rider.
For an animated demo on how easy the safety is to operate, click here.
Cheers,
Evan
Ocean Rodeo Kiteboarding
Hyperflex Wetsuits
Custom Race Boards
Performance over Hype
1) Below the bar trim adjustment, for easy sheeting control and unlimited throw. For 2009, the trim line is now independent from the leash connection point, making for a much cleaner and uncluttered set up!
2) Front line swivel, with grab tab. This gives you the option of flagging the kite of off a single front line without ejecting. This option is particularly useful when self rescuing, as it gives the rider the option to simply release the tab and instantly relaunch the kite again.
3) New adjustable stopper. The position of the stopper is easily adjusted on the fly by sliding it up/down the trim line. In addition, sliding tension can be adjusted by repositioning the red clip.
4) New central HUB system. This allows the rider to eject easily with either hand, and it is not affected by load so it works every single time! It is also very easy and simple to put back together, even on the water. The large size of the HUB and bright red color make it easy to find.
5) Unlike some systems on the market, the chicken loop does not detach from the bar when the safety is activated, making it impossible to lose the loop in the water if the the donkey dick is not engaged or fails. We are also offering a larger chicken loop for riders who unhook a lot. This is easily changed out by the rider.
6) The top of the HUB mates with the bar, so the chicken loop auto rotates and is always sitting flat and facing the rider - again, great for unhooking.
7) 850 lb. lines are now standard! Due to a new weave, these are even smaller in diameter than the 650 lb lines we offered last year, and are less prone to tangling.
All working parts are inexpensively and easily maintained by the rider.
For an animated demo on how easy the safety is to operate, click here.
Cheers,
Evan
Ocean Rodeo Kiteboarding
Hyperflex Wetsuits
Custom Race Boards
Performance over Hype
