MANIAc bAR: v-LINE ATTAchMENT
22 - MANIAc MANUAL
5TH LINE SETUP
Although the ManiaC was designed on four lines and
performs optimally on this 4-line setup in the correct
rider weight and wind range , the 5th line setup allows
for increased wind range and additional stability of the
ManiaC in overpowered conditions. To complete the
setup, a v-line has to be attached to the kite. Follow
instructions below to ensure proper setup. Be sure to
test the tension on the 5th line (after you have added
the v-line to kite) once you have made the conversion.
Launch the kite after conversion and sheet the bar in.
If the 5th line is too short, the kite will loose its shape
and in affect, the power in the kite. Turning the turns
will become more difficult due to front line holding
the kite. If the 5th line is too long, it will be ineffective
in keeping the shape of the kite in gusts, but will
maintain good turning characteristics. It is up to the
rider to find the “sweet spot” with the correct amount
of tension required for optimal performance. As a
guide, the 5th line should be a bit longer/looser than
the (2) grey center lines when you launch the kite and
be relatively even in length with the front lines when
the bar is sheeted in at full power (no trim pulled in).
V - line attachment set can be purchased from your
local dealer to complement your ManiaC.
HOW TO:
REQUIRED PARTS (found in ManiaC v - line kit):
v - line ( 2 lines with with loops)
v - line connector
v - line trimming connector*
A
B
A
A
B
C
A
A
B
C
* The v - line trimming connector is an additional connector
that may be required after intensive use (kiteloops and hardcore
wakestyle tricks) as the front lines may get stretched. The v-line
trimming connector is used to adjust length of the 5th line to
compensate for the line stretching.
