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2022 Duotone Click Bar - Session Impression with Mr. Jeff(Post)

Hey, Aaron and Jeff here at MACkite. We just got off the water and we had a good session this morning. Jeff experienced his first go with the Duotone Click bar, and I just wanted to get his un ...

Cabrinha Bar Compatibility Chart(Post)

Cabrinha Kite/Bar Compatibility Chart So, this post doesn't necessarily have any cool videos featuring women in bikinis or Nick Jacobsen running around in a flower thong, but it does have some valuab ...

How to use the Cabrinha Overdrive Bar(Post)

In his first episode of "How Tues", Tucker goes over the Cabrinha Overdrive Adjustable Control Bar with Recoil and Fireball. Wow, that's a mouth full. Fortunately the bar is easier to use than it is ...

2014 Slingshot COMPSTICK Bar (Post)

2014 Slingshot COMPSTICK SUPERIOR CONTROL. UNMATCHED SIMPLICITY. TRUSTED SAFETY.         2014 COMPSTICK CONTROL BAR W/ GUARDIAN SAFETY  Today’s riders need to be ...

2021 Slingshot Sentry Bar Review(Post)

The new Sentry bar is a welcomed upgrade for Slingshot. I’ve been using their bars since 2013 and while they were making welcomed changes, like above the bar depower and a functional swiv ...

3 Things to Love About the Duotone Click Bar(Post)

Downshifting With the Duotone Click Bar The Duotone Click Bar offers an easy and measured depower that's always well within your reach. If you like the thought of depowering your kite with th ...

The Best Kitesurfing Control Bar for Women and Children(Post)

The small North Navigator kiteboarding control bar comes in 38 to 43 cm. As a female, I’m always on a smaller kite than all the guys out there. The reason I like a smaller bar is it slows down ...

Brazilian Brothers Review the Harlem Lead Bar(Post)

The Harlem Lead has become one of the Brazilian Brothers' favorite kiteboarding control bars, and for good reason. Not only does it have an auto-untwist system, but it works flawlessly, and th ...

2017 North Click Bar Overview(Post)

Hey guys this is Jake for MACkite and today I’m going to talk to you about the new 2017 North Click Bar. We’re going to talk about all the cool new features on this bar and figure out if ...

Product Clip: North Kiteboarding's 2017 Click Bar(Post)

2017 North Click Bar Overview Sky Solbach engages audiences globally with the latest in North Kiteboarding technology. This time, he's introduced what can be described as the "game changer",  pr ...

Will the Mystic Stealth Bar Work For Women(Post)

Hardshell harnesses have helped a lot of people by preventing the harness from riding up or twisting into your ribs. They work for some, but not for everyone- especially the ladies! When I first tri ...

Which Reedin Bar Is Right for Me?(Post)

Dreamstick V2 The Reedin Dreamstick V2 is simplicity supercharged. Everyone here at MACkite gravitates towards this bar for a plethora of reasons. Auto untwist technology for the super loopers, ...

Quick and Easy Bar Tuning Fix(Post)

You just got a brand new kite, complete with the latest bar and fresh lines, and you've had some amazing sessions on it already. But now something seems a bit off. The kite feels sluggish and ...

How to put a Dakine Option spreader bar on a Dakine harness (Post)

The Dakine Option spreader bar is an awesome option for kiteboarders looking for more freedom in their riding. The option spreader bar is a new offering on the market that combines the benefits of ...

2017 North Click Bar First Impression with Rygo(Post)

Hey guys, it’s Rygo from MACkite and today I want to give you my first impressions on the 2017 North Click bar. Initially, I was really hesitant about this bar. I envisioned an overly complica ...

Cabrinha Quickloop vs Modular Control Bar System(Post)

Hey everyone, I'm Evan Netsch. We're here in Hatteras, North Carolina. I want to give you a quick run-through on the two Cabrinha loop options that we offer. We have our traditional Quick Loo ...

Kiteboarding Control Bar Size & tuning your kite (Post)

Kiteboarding Control Bars The first step in tuning your kite is choosing the right size control bar. The standard pairing is 43 - 47 cm bars for 05 - 10m kites 50 - 55 cm bars for 11 - 13m kites 58 ...

Kiteboarding Bar Pressure Explained: Should You Ride Light or Heavy?(Post)

When it comes to kiteboarding, some people prefer light bar pressure and others like a heavier pressure. But is it just a matter of preference, or is there another reason to choose one over th ...

How To: Clean Your 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

Cleaning The 2017 Click Bar So, when you buy a product like the 2017 North Click Bar, it's very important to look after it. If you use your Click Bar a lot, we recommend that you give it a good clean ...

Eleveight CS Auto Bar V1 Overview(Post)

Understanding Eleveight's Legacy Before we delve into the nitty-gritty of the CS Auto Bar V1, it's crucial to appreciate the brand behind this innovation. Eleveight Kiteboarding is a renowned b ...

Cabrinha 2026 Unify Control Bar and Line System(Post)

Confidence at Your Fingertips The Cabrinha Unify Control System represents the next evolution in kite control technology—a streamlined, high-performance bar that blends safety, comfort, and ...

2024 Reedin DreamStick X V2 Control Bar | Overview With Nick Baines(Post)

Pat and Nick Baines from Reedin are at King of the Great Lakes Test Fest, and they're taking a few minutes to chat about the new 2024 Dreamstick X V2 control bar. What's new? Is it the right b ...

2015 Best Kiteboarding RP Control Bar(Post)

The Best RP Control Bar keeps getting better and better. For 2015 Best has added some really comfy material to the bar, which makes those extra long sessions that much easier on the paws. They've al ...

How To: 5th Line Relaunch on the North Trust Element Control Bar(Post)

Relaunching Your North Trust 5L Element Control Bar In this new season, North introduced the 2017 5th Element Trust Bar, a product where safety and control meet performance and reliability. Not onl ...

Let's Chat: The Hype Behind the 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

The 2017 North Click Bar...The "Game Changer"?  There have been a lot of new innovations coming out in the past couple years in the kiteboarding industry. And to tell you the truth, at first we ...

2024 North Navigator Short Throw Kite Control Bar | On-Water Review(Post)

Kristen Cooper is back with a look at a new offering from North that shorter riders, women, and kids may find interesting, if not long overdue. The 2024 North Navigator Short Throw bar is ...

Can I Mix Kiteboarding / Kitesurfing Control Bars(Post)

I wanted to cover a topic that comes up all the time. Can, or should, you mix control bars? The short answer is yes. The long answer is... maybe. The last few years, I've used a ton of different br ...

How To: Adjust the Sliding Stopper on the 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

Adjusting Your Stopper on the 2017 Click Bar The Sliding Bar Stopper keeps your bar in place and close to you, so that you can always be in control. The new North Click Bar comes equipped with a ...

How To: Maintain Your 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

Keeping Your Click Bar Fresh: How-To Videos We've compiled the latest information about the North Click Bar, and have been able to now provide you with information on how to maintain your coveted ba ...

The North Click Bar—Married In Less Than a Year(Post)

Have any of you ever had one of those "ah-ha" moments with a new piece of kiteboarding gear? Something that made you grin from ear to ear the first time you tried it? Here are my thoughts after spen ...

2024 Dakine Renegade Ultralight and Pyro Harnesses with Connect Spreader Bars(Post)

Aaron has caught up with Daniel Ware from Cabrinha at the King of the Great Lakes Test Fest to chat about some new harness offerings from Dakine. Aaron: Daniel, what have you got for us, bud ...

How to put a Fireball Spreader Bar on a Ride Engine Harness (Post)

Hi, this is Tucker from MACkiteboarding.com, and today I’m going to show you how to connect a 2017 Cabrinha Fireball Spreader Bar to a Ride Engine harness. Here we have the Hex-Core Ride Engin ...

Slingshot Sentry V2 and Joystick V1 Control Bars, with Fred Hope(Post)

Pat is at King of the Great Lakes with Fred Hope from Slingshot, checking out the new bars for 2024. Fred: Thanks for having me! This year we brought out a whole new bar, and we changed from ...

Brazilian Brothers Test the North Navigator Pro Bar(Post)

Choosing the right kite is important, but how you interact with that kite can make a big difference too. The Brazilian Brothers took the North Navigator Pro bar for a spin, and it's got some f ...

How To: Replace the Push Button on the 2017 Click Bar(Post)

Replacing Your Push Button on the 2017 North Click Bar Your Push Button is your lifeline when it comes to depowering your kite on  the all-new Click Bar. Replacing this mechanism is as easy as p ...

How to Replace the Covers on the 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

Replacing the Covers on the All-New Click Bar Replacing the Left Cover Take an Allen Key, find the two screws at the end of the bar, and twist the key to release the screws. Pop the cover off slo ...

Eleveight CS Vary and CS Vary Plus Kite Control Bars Explained(Post)

Peter Stiewe designed the Eleveight CS Vary Bar and CS Vary Bar Plus with two principles in mind. “Safety by Simplicity”, and “Performance by Design”. It’s quite evident, when holding Eleveigh ...

Cabrinha Nitro vs North Orbit | Hangtime, Loops, and Bar Feel(Post)

When it comes to modern big air kiteboarding, few comparisons spark as much interest as the matchup between the North Orbit and the Cabrinha Nitro. Tested in Brazil by the Brazilian Brothers unde ...

How To Adjust Back Lines Using Pigtails on the North Click Bar(Post)

Adjusting Your 2017 North Click Bar Back Lines (Using Pig Tails) Because the back lines of your kite are subjected to less power than the front lines, it can happen that the back lines can shrink mor ...

2024 North Navigator Pro Bar | Smooth Swivel, Auto Untwist, and Ergo Grips(Post)

Dustin has been riding the new 2024 North Navigator Pro control bar, and he's super stoked on it. Is a control bar really something to get that excited about? What makes it so special?Auto-Unswi ...

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    2023 Duotone Trust Control Bar 2023 Duotone Trust Control Bar
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    2024/25 Duotone Trust Control Bar

    Duotone

    Now: $409.00
    Was: $589.00
    2025 Duotone TRUST BAR Size - Small / Medium bar  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...
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    Was: $589.00
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  • 2026 Duotone Trust Bar Quad Control System 2026 Duotone Trust Bar Quad Control System - Close-up View
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    2026 Duotone Trust Bar Quad Control

    Duotone

    $619.00
    2026 Duotone Trust Bar Control System Sizes: 42cm-49cm (S/M) 49cm-56cm (M/L) Line Lengths: 12-24 (12m +12m Extensions) Recommended for Schools 22-24 (22m +2m Extensions) Standards...
    $619.00
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  • 2026 Duotone Click Bar Quad Control System 2026 Duotone Click Bar Quad Control System - Close-up View
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    2026 Duotone Click Bar Quad Control

    Duotone

    $829.00
    2026 Duotone Click Bar Control System Sizes: 42cm (S) / 49cm (M) Recommended for all Duotone kites The Duotone Click Bar is back with a few pivotal upgrades for 2026 that makes it an incredibly...
    $829.00
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    Mystic Stealth Gen 3 - Kite Spreader bar Mystic Stealth Gen 3 - Kite Spreader bar
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    Mystic Stealth Gen 3 - Kite Spreader bar

    Mystic

    $155.99
    STEALTH KITE GEN 3 Spreaderbar Sizes: 240mm / 280mm / 320mm Stealth Kite Gen 3 Review: Description: An ultra-thin design streamlined with our best technology. Meet the latest edition of the Stealth...
    $155.99
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  • 2021 Ion C-Bar 2.0 Hook Spreader Bar
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    2021 Ion C-Bar 2.0 Hook Spreader Bar

    Ion

    $119.95
    2021 Ion C-Bar2.0 Hook Spreader Bar Compatible with all 2-strap Ion harness systems for 2018, 2019, and 2020. What Ion has to say about the C Bar 2.0: Comfort, lightweight, and a sleek design –...
    $119.95
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  • AK Standard V3 Spreader Bar AK Standard V3 Spreader Bar
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    AK Standard V3 Spreader Bar

    AK Durable Supply Co.

    $65.00
    The AK Standard Spreader Bar is a traditional hook and bar pad combination, designed as a simple, reliable bar that is compatible with all AK harnesses. The spreader bar pad utilizes a combination of...
    $65.00
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  • Eleveight CS+ Vary V5 Bar - Main Image
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    Eleveight CS+ Vary V5 Bar

    Eleveight Kiteboarding

    $579.00
    CS+ Vary V5 Bar Sizes: S: 42-50cm / L: 47-55cm What Eleveight has to say: The redesigned CS Vary Bar Plus has optimum safety and performance with sleek new features in one variable yet...
    $579.00
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    2024 North Navigator Control Bar 2024 North Navigator Control Bar
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    North Navigator Control Bar

    North

    $399.00 - $500.00
    2024 North Navigator Control Bar Sizes: 38-43 / 45-50 / 50-55cm Includes: Navigator Control Bar complete with Connect Quick Release, Flying Lines, Standard Freeride Loop with Finger, Standard Leash,...
    $399.00 - $500.00
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    2022 Mystic Ace Bar Kite 2022 Mystic Ace Bar Kite
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    2022 Mystic Ace Bar Kite

    Mystic

    Now: $44.99
    Was: $84.99
    ACE BAR KITE We've aced it and you most definitely also will when picking up an Ace Bar Kite. Carefully crafted with pressure-distributing padding and Curv Stealth Wings, we're offering you a...
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    Was: $84.99
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  • 2025 Naish Sync Control Bar 2025 Naish Sync Control Bar - Close-up of release
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    2025 Naish Sync Control Bar

    Naish

    $729.00
    Sync Bar Sizes: 50cm / 55cm What Naish has to say: BE IN SYNC. Our most universal, strongest and highest performing control system to date; the new Sync Bar reflects our undying passion for precise...
    $729.00
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    Dakine Push Spreader Bar
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    Dakine Push Spreader Bar

    Dakine

    Now: $25.00
    Was: $64.00
    Dakine Push Spreader Bar Sizes: 8" (20cm) / 10" (25cm) / 12" (30cm) What Dakine has to say about the Push Spreader Bar This kite spreader bar features a wide hammerhead shaped hook for added security...
    Now: $25.00
    Was: $64.00
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    Mystic Stealth Freeride Spreader Bar
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    Mystic Stealth Freeride Spreader Bar

    Mystic

    Now: $79.99
    Was: $120.00
    Mystic Stealth Freeride Spreader Bar Sizes: 240mm, 280mm, 320mm The Stealth Bar has been a huge innovation in the world of kiteboarding. Bringing simplicity, strength and reliability to the table...
    Now: $79.99
    Was: $120.00
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  • AK Standard Spreader Bar V2
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    AK Standard Spreader Bar V2

    AK Durable Supply Co.

    $59.00
    The AK Standard Spreader Bar is a traditional hook and bar pad combination, designed as a simple, reliable bar that is compatible with all AK harnesses. The spreader bar pad utilizes a combination of...
    $59.00
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    2025 Duotone Click Bar Quad Control 2025 Duotone Click Bar Quad Control
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    2025 Duotone Click Bar Quad Control

    Duotone

    Now: $631.20
    Was: $789.00
    Bar Sizes: Medium: 49cm Lines: 12m-24m (12m + 12m extension) / 22m-24m (22m + 2m extension) Small 42cm Lines: 20m-22m (20m + 2m extension)   At the heart of the Click Bar 2025 lies the...
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    Was: $789.00
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    Mystic Stealth Kite Spreader Bar Mystic Stealth Kite Spreader Bar
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    Mystic Stealth Spreader Bar - Kite Hook

    Mystic

    Now: $59.99
    Was: $120.00
    Mystic Stealth Spreader Bar - Kite Sizes: 240mm, 280mm, 320mm What Mystic has to say about the new Stealth Bar We proudly introduce the Stealth Bar. The Stealth Bar is the result of 3D computer...
    Now: $59.99
    Was: $120.00
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  • AK Sliding Spreader Bar V2 - ring not included
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    AK Sliding Spreader Bar V2

    AK Durable Supply Co.

    $89.00
    AK Sliding Spreader Bar V2 Sizes: L / M / S Converts any AK Harness into a wave-riding machine.Wider range of motion while riding hooked in.Easy attachable & detachable spectra sliding line...
    $89.00
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  • 2026 F-One ATOM Control Bar 2026 F-One ATOM Control Bar - Close up of Quick Release
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    2026 F-One ATOM Control Bar

    F-One

    $699.00 - $799.00
    ATOM Size: 45-52cm What F-One has to say: Feel the bond. The all-new ATOM kite bar by F-ONE delivers everything you need for a direct and responsive connection to your kite. Designed with...
    $699.00 - $799.00
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    Slingshot Sentry V2 Control Bar Slingshot Sentry V2 Control Bar
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    Slingshot Sentry V2 Control Bar

    Slingshot Sports

    $599.00
    Slingshot Sentry V2 Control Bar - Precision / Performance / Control Sizes: 17'' x 23m / 20'' x 22m+2m Line extensions / 23'' x 27m Slingshot Sentry V2 and Joystick V1 Control Bars, With Fred...
    $599.00
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    2021 Ride Engine Unity Kite Spreader Bar 2021 Ride Engine Unity Kite Spreader Bar
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    Ride Engine Unity Kite Spreader Bar V1

    Ride Engine

    Now: $110.49
    Was: $129.99
    2021 Ride Engine Unity Kite Spreader Bar Compatible with 2018 and newer Ride Engine harnesses What Ride Engine says about the Unite Kite Spreader Bar A fixed hook offers the most direct...
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    Was: $129.99
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    Manera ARC Spreaderbar
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    Manera ARC Spreaderbar

    Manera

    Now: $89.00
    Was: $145.00
    ARC SPREADERBAR Sizes: 24CM (XS-S) / 28CM (M-L) / 32CM (XL-XXL) Infos & Characteristics Featuring a precise and intuitive clip system, stiff Tuckflaps 2.0 and robust stainless-steel...
    Now: $89.00
    Was: $145.00
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    2025 Ozone Contact Water V5 Control Bar 2025 Ozone Contact Water V5 Control Bar - Grip with PU Covered Depower Line
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    2025 Ozone Contact Water V5 Control Bar

    Ozone

    $750.00 - $770.00
    Ozone Contact Water V5 Control System Sizes: 38cm / 45cm / 50cm / 55cm / 62cm Simple, safety-oriented, and versatile marks the Contact Water V5. The standout feature is the Click-In Loop, inspired by...
    $750.00 - $770.00
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  • 2025 Ozone Contact Snow V5 Control Bar 2025 Ozone Contact Snow V5 Control Bar
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    2025 Ozone Contact Snow V5 Control Bar

    Ozone

    $656.00 - $673.00
    Bar Contact Snow V5Sizes: 45cm / 50cm / 55cm What Ozone has to say:A clean and simple design, featuring an easy-to-use trim system, Re-Ride system and our innovative Click-In Loop Quick Release...
    $656.00 - $673.00
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  • Ozone Foil Race V4 Control bar Ozone Foil Race V4 Control bar Trim
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    Ozone Foil Race V4 Control bar

    Ozone

    $655.00
    Ozone Foil Race V4 Control bar THE ULTIMATE KITE RACING CONTROL SYSTEM, WITH A DOUBLE PULLEY TRIM SYSTEM AND FEATURING OUR LATEST INNOVATION - THE CLICK-IN LOOP. Innovative Click-In LoopAn all-new...
    $655.00
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  • North High-V Split Kit North High-V Split Kit
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    North High-V Split Kit

    North

    $15.00
    The North High-V Split Kit is a simple, smart solution that lets you convert your low-V bar into a high-V (or High-Y) configuration without buying a whole new control bar. Not only will this make...
    $15.00
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  • Harlem LEAD Control Bar Harlem LEAD Control Bar
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    Harlem LEAD Control Bar

    Harlem

    $818.00
    Do you know that epic movie where the underdog gladiator beats the aristocrats? That’s how our lead bar is leading. The Harlem Lead bar provides the same options as bars from more established...
    $818.00
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    Flysurfer Connect3 Control Bar Flysurfer Connect3 Control Bar
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    Flysurfer Connect3 Control Bar

    Flysurfer

    Now: $399.00
    Was: $545.00
    Flysurfer Connect3 Control Bar Water / Land / Snow Sizes: S / M / L **Does NOT Include Safety Leash What Flysurfer has to say: The CONNECT3 Control Bar is designed for durability and versatility,...
    Now: $399.00
    Was: $545.00
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  • 2024
    Flysurfer Fusion Control Bar Flysurfer Fusion Control Bar LINK Quick Release
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    Flysurfer Fusion Control Bar

    Flysurfer

    $670.00
    Freeride The FUSION Control Bar is Flysurfer's newly developed control bar with a new quick release system: FUSION Control Bar + LINK Quick Release. With technical aesthetics, precise manufacturing,...
    $670.00
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    2024 Naish Zero Control Bar 2024 Naish Zero Control Bar
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    2024 Naish Zero Control Bar

    Naish

    MSRP: $589.00
    Now: $412.30
    Was: $589.00
    The Zero kite bar was created to give the rider the most direct control. To do this we eliminated all the EVA typically found on a control bar and utilized a 3K carbon construction providing the...
    MSRP: $589.00
    Now: $412.30
    Was: $589.00
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  • AK Sliding Spreader Bar
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    AK Sliding Spreader Bar - 26cm

    Airush

    $69.00
    AK Sliding Spreader Bar Size: 26cm Converts any AK Harness into a wave-riding machine.Wider range of motion while riding hooked in.Easy attachable & detachable spectra sliding line. Ready for the...
    $69.00
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    Airush Ultra V2 Control Bar
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    Airush Ultra V2 Control Bar

    Now: $358.00
    Was: $649.00
    Airush Ultra V2 Control Bar Size: 50-60cm Line Length Front: 9 + 10 + 4m Rear: 19 + 4m What Airush has to say: The Airush Ultra bar has been developed with the same thought as the Ultra kite: super...
    Now: $358.00
    Was: $649.00
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