Here's the first review I've seen of the bar.

http://www.iksurfmag.com/issue36/?page=137

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3E9-ZTMDSMg

Yeah, the bottom strap should help with that.

I just wish they would go back to the classic spreader bar where there was just a hook. No clicking in or any of that. Its always a pain to detach after 2 hrs of kiting

Don't you prefer to just replace the valve?
I've purchased after market valves that are easily applied.

Cape Verde is planned for March.
Its gonna be a last minute trip. I'll check you guys out when the time comes.
like @sanscullot said, is there a website?

Cool looking Kite, cool looking board... definitely fitting for the Maui lifestyle.
Is the kite just for the fun of it or are there serious advantages?

Finally a new bar!
What about that swivel? It seems like its out of reach from the rider... I hope it "lasts me long time".