CONNECT CONTROL BAR
Freeride, Touring, Progression
The CONNECT Control Bar is tidy, lightweight and safe. Configured to use our B-Safe security system, it features 7 + 14m flying lines with a high split Y. The lightweight bar stick is equipped with soft bar ends and offers great comfort, smooth steering whilst depowering, as well as maximum safety during your session.
TECHNOLOGY | 5th line Control Bar (incl. Quick Release & Flying Lines) |
SKILLS | Beginner - Expert |
SIZES | 50 cm width |
// B-SAFE SYSTEM READY
// ONE HOLE BAR EYELET WITH EXCHANGEABLE INSERT
// HIGH SPLIT Y
Features
SIMPLE Quick Release
The compact and reliable SIMPLE Quick Release is the heart of the Control Bar. It complies with the French standard (AFNOR) in terms of safety and release forces. A molded chicken loop and chicken stick as well as the ergonomic handle enable the kite to be released quickly and easily in an emergency.
Light Bar Stick
The Light Bar Stick is available in 50cm (M) and weighs in at just 0.34kg. The ergonomic EVA grip is abrasion resistant and extremely comfortable in the hand offering a secure grip even in cold or wet conditions. The bar is also colour coded orange on the left hand side and petrol on the right.
Exchangeable One-Hole Eyelet
The One Hole eyelet offers frictionless steering whilst depowering and works perfectly for freeriders to kite schools. This is achieved using a replaceable insert in the eyelet.
Clam-Cleat Adjuster
The Clam-Cleat Adjuster allows for precise depower adjustment of the flying lines whilst being quick and easy to use. The Clam-Cleat adjuster can also be moved easily to modify the bar throw based on personal preference. For example it can be brought closer for someone with shorter arms.
B-Safe System ready
The CONNECT Control Bar has been specially configured for products using the B-Safe system. After activating the quick release, the bar slides up the 5th line and the kite is reefed horizontally in the middle. This removes the pressure in the kite and allows it to come down powerless through the wind window. We recommend this safety system for the PEAK4 product line.
Tuning Options
The flying lines can be adjusted easily under the bar floaters. A series of knots allow you to counteract the shortening of the steering lines over time which can cause backstall. To shorten the flying lines of the CONNECT control bar to 14m, the 7m extension pieces can be removed by pulling them over the leader lines, the safety will still work as normal.
CONNECT Control Bar
The CONNECT Bar is specially designed with a high Y split on the front lines and a 5th line for the B-Safe system. The lightweight bar stick has a conical shape which sits comfortably in the hand. The EVA grip is colour coded, orange for left and petrol for right. The soft bar ends reduce risk of injury and allow for easy line adjustment. The clam cleat helps riders to maximize comfort and safety by adjusting the power precisely.
The CONNECT Bar is equipped with our SIMPLE Quick Release chickenloop. Maintenance is simple and easy. The One Hole eyelet in the centre of the bar features a replaceable insert.
Weighing in at just 0.84 kg complete, the CONNECT bar goes perfectly with the PEAK4 and is a must have for your next adventure.
Is the CONNECT Bar working with other Flysurfer products?
No, the CONNECT Bar is specifically designed to only be used with the PEAK4 and VIRON3 product lines so far.
Is the CONNECT Bar also available as 4-line a setup?
No, the CONNECT Bar will only be available as a 5-line setup.
Is FLYSURFER working on new products which are supported by the CONNECT Bar?
Not at the moment, the CONNECT Bar is specifically designed to be used with the PEAK and VIRON product lines.
Does the B-Safe System replace the Reef-Line Safety System?
Yes all our 5-line supported safety systems will be called B-Safe in the future. We want you, to be safe out there.
Will there be a 5-line setup upgrade kit for the INFINITY Control Bar?
No, there will be no upgrade kit for the INFINITY Control Bar.
Can I use the B-Safe System with my INFINITY Bar?
No, you can not use the B-Safe System and we do not recommend a work around, for safety reasons.
Is it possible to attach the CONNECT Bar to PEAK3 or SOUL kite?
No you can not use the bar. Technically, the B-Safe system does not work with the product lines PEAK1/2/3, SONIC, SPEED, VIRON1/2 and SOUL.