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by rynhardt
Thu Mar 21, 2024 2:10 pm
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: DIY bar with inverted QR
Replies: 7
Views: 3041

Re: DIY bar with inverted QR

I'm betting you have your reasons but why not use a Wichard 2673? It could be connected directly to a rope slider harness and be a bit cleaner. I've looked at both the Wichard 2673 and the Wichard 2650 (trigger snap shackle). They're both expensive and look fiddly to use. With the 2673 it looks lik...
by rynhardt
Wed Mar 20, 2024 12:21 pm
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: DIY bar with inverted QR
Replies: 7
Views: 3041

Re: DIY bar with inverted QR

I have in the meantime added a swivel between the spreader bar and quick release, shortened the leash and added straps to the rear line line trim rings for easier access.

Some footage of the bar in action:
by rynhardt
Fri Feb 23, 2024 2:19 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Boardbag recommendation
Replies: 10
Views: 697

Re: Boardbag recommendation

Not sure where you're based, so this may not apply. Local outfit in South Africa does these for a good price (ZAR 2100 = USD 110). Fits 155cm x 48cm board, foil hardware, two kites, bars, pump, wetsuit, harness, other bits and bobs. They do small volumes so can customize for no extra cost. https://i...
by rynhardt
Mon Feb 12, 2024 10:00 am
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Bar for foiling
Replies: 72
Views: 4874

Re: Bar for foiling

Just curious why you recommend these only for singleskin kites ? I've been using singleskins since Peak3. I started with the original FS bar. Since I also competed a lot with a hydrofoil, I gradually switched to carbon bars, which I first bought, then started to make myself. In the hydrofoil the sa...
by rynhardt
Fri Feb 02, 2024 8:13 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Kitesurfing in Johannesburg
Replies: 1
Views: 415

Re: Kitesurfing in Johannesburg

I'm based in Johannesburg (Randburg) and am not aware of any kite schools around here. I've stopped trying to kite at most of the kite-able spots around here (Vaal dam, Bronkhorstspruit, Leeuwpan) years ago and cannot recommend it. The wind is of poor quality and not conducive to learning, that's if...
by rynhardt
Thu Jan 18, 2024 9:26 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Noob question: Does board length matter if width is similar?
Replies: 10
Views: 1093

Re: Noob question: Does board length matter if width is similar?

Does length really matter? Short answer, no, not as much as size does. Most production kiteboards (twintips) come in a range of aspect ratios (length vs width ratio) that will give acceptable performance. Overall size (area) of the board is probably more important for a beginner than aspect ratio. I...
by rynhardt
Sun Nov 26, 2023 10:02 am
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: DIY bar with inverted QR
Replies: 7
Views: 3041

Re: DIY bar with inverted QR

Along the same lines as the screwdriver QR, but slightly more upmarket.. I present the modified Cabrinha leash QR. Really the only modification is replacing the original dyneema line with a looped line so I could easily attach it to my harness D-ring, and avoid metal-to-metal contact. https://youtu....
by rynhardt
Mon Sep 18, 2023 9:42 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Kite style for gusty conditions
Replies: 22
Views: 1421

Re: Kite style for gusty conditions

I've used a BRM Cloud 17 for gusty inland conditions for the last few years. For me it's perfect for the 12kn-16kn range we get here, with gusts up to 25kn, and lulls down to 8kn. I use a long throw bar which gives instant access to massive depower during gusts. Oh, and this is for twintip use. So m...
by rynhardt
Tue Aug 29, 2023 10:30 am
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: In shape3d or akushaper free version, can I calculate optimum fin size and placement?
Replies: 2
Views: 2182

Re: In shape3d or akushaper free version, can I calculate optimum fin size and placement?

Optimum for what?
Control? move it closer to the center of effort.
Stability? move it further away from the center of effort.
Deep water? High aspect ratio (long and thin) fins are more efficient.
Shallow water? Low profile (short and fat) fins.
etc..
by rynhardt
Sun Aug 27, 2023 10:08 am
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: DIY bar with inverted QR
Replies: 7
Views: 3041

DIY bar with inverted QR

I've been fiddling with my control bar, and decided to attach the front lines directly to the chicken loop..


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