im looking for a cheap or a cheap alternative but good harness out of interest.

i stumbled across a "back strap"

what do people know/think about these

http://www.peterlynnkiteboarding.com/pdf/backstrapman.pdf

i assume you cant use these with control bars..

tim

I've got a very simple version of that and I like it - loads the kite nicely even in low winds ... I seem to lose a lot of power if I just use my arms :megan:
I reckon you could use it with kite killers too. I've had to bail out once and the Reb went floating down the field with me chasing after it
And no to the bar ...

I think I read someone didn't recommend it because you have to bend over quickly to dump the kite and it can get caught on something.

It looks like this device basically make the backstrap into a strop and you the harness Might wreck a shirt or two.

My first thought was that it looks dangerous. I can't imagine using this on a buggy or board. But for static flying, i guess it slightly safer than a strop since there is some sort of bail-out mechanism; I can't call it a safety mechanism. But certainly not as safe as kite killers.

Why are you looking for a harness replacement? Physical reason? To fly longer? For static or buggy/board use? Just wondering why not a harness.

Dunno about a buggy, but all you have to do is shrug and lift your elbows ... YMMV
And like I said, the kite holds a lot more power than just holding in the hands :puzzled:

... suppose I could make a movie, if y'all promise not to laugh :D

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Originally posted by arkay Why are you looking for a harness replacement? Physical reason? To fly longer? For static or buggy/board use? Just wondering why not a harness.

mainly because it seems that to get a decent harness it costs around the £60+, and thats £60+ that i dont have.

ive also read that harnesses restrict your movement when flying.

could you reccommend a good quality cheap/budget harnesss ?

thanks, tim