KITE BAR NORTHKITES 5th ELEMENT

Product Barfinder LINE LENGTH ADVISOR In 2013 we introduced different line length ranging from 19 to 30 metres as the length of the flying lines can make a huge difference to the way the kite flies. Different styles of riding, different kite models or the kite size can be influencing factors that require different line length. In order to further increase this synergy effect the 19 and 22 m lines come now on a medium bar (49 / 42 cm) and the 24, 27 and 30 m lines on a large bar (53 / 46 cm). The bar is the riders’ first point of contact with the kite. In order to achieve a maximum in comfort of riding it is essential to match the kite and the riders’ style of riding to the correct line length.
19m (70% Handling / 30% Power) Super fast and reactive tuning speeds, shorter lines are best for extreme freestyle and crazy kiteloops. They are also excellent for wave riding, where kite turning speed is important. Wakestyle riders like the close connection to the kite too. The disadvantage is you lose some of the low end power. - Fast and reactive turning- For extreme Freestyle, Wakestyle and Waves- Tight, super fast and hard kite loops
22m (60% Handling / 40% Power) This is the favorite length of our freestyle and wave team! These 22m lines are still great for getting lots of speed from the kite, perfect for wave riding and freestyle. Not as extreme as the 19m lines, they still lose a bit of low end power
. - Reactive turning - Fast kite loops - Favorite set up from our freestyle riders - Best choice for waveriding
24m (50% Handling / 50% Power) The best choice for an all round length, good turning speed combined with good power make 24m the perfect choice for a lot of riders. Great for freeride, waves and freestyle.
- The most versatile length - Great for all round freeriding - Good low end and a good turning speed - High jumps as you can “load” the lines - The recommended size for a one bar quiver!!

27m (40% Handling / 60% Power) The extra length means extra power, get a little more range out of your quiver by adding this bar with the longer lines. They are also great for jumping as you can really “load” the lines when you edge and send the kite back through the window
. - Enormous low end - Huge jumps - Lots of lift
30m (25% Handling / 75% Power ) The choice of the North Kiteboarding Race Team, longer lines mean even more power, but the kite turns at a slower rate. This suits racers looking for the ultimate in pull in the often gusty and light conditions they are faced with.
- Perfect for light winds! - Extra power - North Kiteboarding Race Team approved
The bar is your first point of contact with the kite, Iit is the connection between you and your kite and it is important to get it right. And it’s actually an easy formula: The shorter the lines, the more direct and faster the kite turns. The longer the lines, the more power you can generate out of them! Choose a North Trust Bar, and choose the right line set up for your style of riding.