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Full Quick Release Aka 3
The new AKA 3 quick release available in all sizes to adapt to all practices: optimal safety / easy and quick assembly!
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Regular Price
95€
Sale Price
95€Regular Price
Description
Program
A quick release for every practice !
Introduction
The new AKA 3 quick release, which is approved by the AFNOR NF S-52 503 standard (release system on a front line, among others) and ISO 21853, is very easy to release and to re-arm, including at sea of course.
The length of the AKA 3 quick release has been reduced by 2cm compared to the AKA 2 quick release system. This innovation will appeal to the youngest, kitefoilers and waveriders.
The AKA 3 quick release offered in spare parts consists of :
- a Chicken Loop of variable sizes to suit all practices
- a lock tube (except for size XS)
- the approved AKA 3 quick release system
- an untwisting device.
The AKA 3 quick release is available with several sizes of Chicken Loop to suit the habits of all riders and different kitesurfing disciplines. You can quickly switch from a waveriding-style kite bar to a freestyle-style kite bar. Adapting the size of the Chicken Loop to the quick release system is quick and easy, to allow you to evolve in the best conditions.
The untwisting device makes it possible to limit the turns in the front. New to the AKA3: the untwisting device is overmolded to absorb shocks with the bar and the untwisting device under load but it is also designed to allow its fronts to unwind with a little help thanks to its ball bearing (with or without voltage in the lines).
Choosing the right size
We offer you the AKA 3 quick release with 4 different sizes for the Chicken Loop to meet the needs of all riders:
- Size XS: The Chicken Loop for riders equipped with a sliding rope harness. Ideal to practice surf kite in the waves or kitefoil! The chicken loop slides on the harness which guarantees a real gain in comfort during your wave sessions! Please note, this chicken loop is not equipped with a lock tube and cannot be used with a harness equipped with a stainless steel hook. A friction ring can be added in the chicken loop to prevent wear on the harness rope.
- Size S: The traditional Chicken Loop with a small diameter loop to meet the expectations of waveriders, foilers but also the little ones!
- Size M: The size that corresponds to all practices. It will meet all the expectations of riders, it is the most versatile Chicken Loop (it is provided with the purchase of a complete kite bar).
- Size L: Chicken Loop equipped with a loop with a large diameter to satisfy committed Freestylers.
Equipments
The AKA 3 quick release system is designed to guarantee easy, fast and reliable assembly. It is delivered fully assembled and you will have to install it on your kite bar using a 2.5mm 6-sided allen key (key not supplied).
Your benefits are clear:
- Security: New AKA 3 quick release with ball bearing roller
- Ease of use and assembly: Adapt your chicken loop with an allen key in a few seconds to meet the technical needs of each session!
- Simple care and maintenance:
- The chicken loop should be rinsed after each session
- All wear parts should be monitored regularly and can be easily changed.
- Affordable price
Technical sheet
Full Quick Release Aka 3 XS
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Safe Quick Release AKA3: French patented quick release system that respects the AFNOR NF S-52 503 standard, simple and efficient. The release by pushing avoids unwanted releases. This new fully demountable quick release is ultra compact: it is the shortest on the market equipped with a untwisting device in its upper part. On average 4 to 5 cm shorter than a usual quick release system. Four sizes of loops are available in spare parts (XS for rope harnesses (not equipped with a lock tube) / S for wave sessions, kite foiling or for children / M standard size which is suitable for all practices / L for freestyle sessions).
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The new untwisting system is easier to handle and above all it untwists your lines under load with very little effort, even automatically thanks to the new integrated ball bearing. It has been improved to reduce head wear from impact with the bar. And it offers increased overall resistance: load tests at 800 kg carried out brilliantly! It is a guarantee of safety and sustainability.
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The T Bone makes it even easier to release under load: Clamcleat has shown that 4 kg is enough to release with several hundred kg of load.The Afnor standard imposes only 10 kg for 200 kg of load. The AKA V3 quick release is therefore much more efficient than the Afnor NF S-52 503 standard. Above all, it is extremely easy to rearm at sea or in the sand.
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The untwisting system and the T Bone are made by the english company Clamcleat, well-know for 50 years in the nautical industry for their light and efficient cleats.
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The lock tube made of semi rigid plastic is designed to avoid unintentional unhooking.
Buying guide
Choose the size of your Chicken Loop according to your practice and your needs
- Size XS is ideal for waveriders and kitefoilers. It is not equipped with a lock tube and it is only used with a sliding rope harness.
- Size S is ideal for waveriders, kitesfoilers and the little ones! It is mounted on a harness with stainless steel hook.
- Size M is the versatile size that meets the expectations of all practices.
- Size L is ideal for committed freestylers.
Equipments
The AKA 3 quick release offered in spare parts consists of a Chicken Loop of variable sizes to suit all practices, a lock tube (except for size XS), the approved AKA 3 release system and an untwisting device.a
Delivery
Delivery delay
We indicate a preparation and shipping time of 3 working days. In reality, the majority of orders are shipped within 24/48 hours.
The delivery time, i.e. delivery time of the package to your home, then depends on the delivery location and the carrier.
We work with reliable and efficient carriers. 99% of shipments go perfectly and quickly. In the case of the remaining 1%, rest assured that we will do what is necessary with the carrier.
Shipping fees
Unlike other sites, shipping costs are not hidden behind the price of our products. You know exactly what shipping costs you, and you are not disadvantaged if you choose to collect your order at our GONG Space Center.
Shipping costs are calculated based on the weight and volume of each package, and your delivery address.
Tracking your package
Delivery tracking is managed directly by the carriers to whom we have entrusted your packages. They will contact you by email or SMS to allow you to choose delivery methods and follow the route of your package.
Carriers
We work with the best transport societies to deliver to you throughout Europe and the world within very short deadlines. We chose them for their quality of service and their compliance with deadlines.
For mainland France, 80% of your orders arrive at their destination in less than 48 hours of processing.
For Europe, delivery times vary from 3 to 6 working days, depending on the country of destination.
For the rest of the world, delivery times depend on transit time and customs clearance time. This delay depends on customs and can last from a few days to a few weeks depending on the destination and seasonality.
Please note, transport time is added to preparation/shipping time. Two companies collaborate on your order (GONG and the carrier). Each one masters its activity and is committed to optimizing its deadlines so that you are delivered as quickly as possible and at a reasonable price.
Eco-responsible packaging
Preserving the environment is an absolute priority. This is why we do everything possible to reduce our ecological footprint.
The most important thing is to sell quality, durable products that will be repairable and will please you for a long time.
For our shipments, we use:
- Scotch craft paper.
- Final packaging in high-end cardboard.
- For rigid boards: Flexi-Hex, very high resistance ecological packaging.
This means:
- Reusable and recyclable packaging.
- An almost total reduction in single-use plastic.
- Maximum protection and impact resistance for rigid boards thanks to the innovative Flexi-Hex honeycomb design (35mm thick).
Receipt of your product
Upon delivery, check the condition of your package in the presence of the carrier. A complete explanation email on the procedure to follow will be sent to you when your order is shipped.
Despite our requirements and all the care we take in the packaging and protection of your product, transport hazards may occur, and your product may suffer more or less significant transport damage.
Note that the products are protected in their carton. If you have any doubts, simply refuse delivery and contact us.
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Safety :
We must remind you that kite surfing is a sport of risk. Never go out in conditions to heavy for your skill and weight level. Never over-estimate yourself. Never practice the sport alone. Wind ranges and speeds that are announced are informative but only you can decide on any given day whether or not you go into the water. Please be prudent and take caution seriously.
The minute you launch a kite in the air you take on responsability for your actions towards yourself and to those around you that you could put in harms way and/or even kill, property included.
Release systems are an ”aid”. In no circumstance do they replace responsible and prudent behavior. If you act in a irresposible fashion and take risks, no system exists that offers full protection.
Kite lines are particularly dangerous and may cut you. Never take a line in hand when it is under tension. Never fly your kite around people because you put them at risk of being cut. Take note that wet lines may act as conductors for electricity in case of lighting and they can become electrified. Be Extremely Prudent.
The release of a kite is only efficacious if it is anticipated. If you are incapable of an anticipated release you will be incapable of doing it without risk. Kitesurfing requires anticipation skills in order to be practiced correctly. Do not enter into dangerous cul de sac situations and regularly un-cross/tangle your forward lead lines.
RESPECT the inherent security rules that exist for the sport of Kitesurfing, Thank you.