Duotone TRUST BAR 2023 R&D Information

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The 2023 Trust bar has been released by Duotone! Aron Mathes, the Product Developer at Duotone Kiteboarding, walks us through the updated features in this tech talk.

The Trust Bar has been the go-to control system for riders who prefer the traditional depower rope and cleat system, but there is nothing traditional about the new 2023 Trust Bar! Instead, it’s packed with the latest technologies, including the new Iron Heart VI Click-In Safety System and FLITE99 lines. This is the only bar you will ever need, as the bar width and line lengths can easily be adjusted to suit your kite. The bar is adjustable between 42 and 49cm with 22m lines with 2m extensions.
DUOTONE FLITE99 BY ROBLINE
Kite lines connect and communicate the power in your kite into your hands. Putting our lives in our lines, they are crucial for safe, long-lasting and enjoyable sessions. FLITE99 is offering the highest Dyneema Quality, SK 99. Backlinks are turquoise, / Frontlines are grey to always know which. They come with a 12% higher breaking load and 15% less elongation than in previous years. The FLITE99 lines have a 6,5 % less wind-exposed area and due to a decreased diameter, are faster! Additionally, FLITE99 comes with a new, even more durable coating. Last, but not least, FLITE99 uses Monofil, a unique material that prevents bending, kinking of the line, prevents the line from wearing out, and, worst case ripping apart!