Safe Kiting
All safety topics

Topic 6

Core Safety Skills

Bar Trimming

Over time, kite lines can stretch unevenly and are often one of the first parts of a bar setup to wear out. This can cause the kite to pull to one side, backstall, or respond unpredictably, which can become a safety issue. Checking your bar and line lengths regularly helps you catch problems early and keep the kite flying predictably.

A few resources

Checklist

  1. I know how to check the line lengths and trim on my particular bar setup.
  2. I check my bar and lines regularly for trim issues, uneven line lengths, and wear.

My progress

  1. Not started
  2. Learned
  3. Practiced
  4. Complete
  5. Refresher due