In reference to this tragic accident I agree that kook proof safety leashes should be standard. It may be a riders choice to get a different leash after the fact of purchase ie...handlepass ect.
I open up my safety class with discussion of the safety leash and all that could go wrong with it's function if not used correctly.
Cabrinha has had a kook proof leash for 3 years now. It attaches to the spreader bar and can't be hooked up backwards. Hooking a leash to the back of your harness could present a problem when trying to get out of it as you are being pulled backwards through the water in the event of some failure.
Finally, I think and hope we will see a big advancement in safety this upcoming year in regards to leash attachment points and a kites ability to flag out. Some manufactures are stepping to the plate with below the bar leash attachments that flag kites. More improvements need to be made however even in that area.
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