Self-launching & Landing using the Kite Solo Strap

WHY NO BEACH STAKE?

We’ve tested the Solo Strap® with many, many different types of removable/portable sand anchors and beach stakes. In ALL cases we found that these do not work in a consistently safe manner. User error, varied beach/sand densities, varying wind conditions as well as different kite shapes & sizes mean we cannot provide a suitable sand anchor with our straps. You might have your own ideas on this one but for now, we advise against their use. Put simply, they move and are therefore not stable anchor points!

SOLO STRAP® RESELLERS

We are really keen to support resellers of our straps via the creation of a global dealer network. Individual kite enthusiasts, kite camps, kite schools, kite event organizers & good old online/offline kite retailers all over the world can now sell our straps. To support you all we have great wholesale pricing that begins with orders from as few as 10 straps.

Email us via the Contact Us page for more information.

WHICH STRAP VERSION

The original ‘Hands Solo’ strap is the go-to launching & landing strap for everyone. It’s what the demo team have carried in their kite bags for the last few years. Feedback over the last 12 months has led to the development of the ‘Only One’ version too. This version comes with an optional/removable ‘Leia Leash’, allowing the release of your chicken loop while remaining connected to your kite (via the safety line). Some might like this one too, the choice is yours. Both are awesome.

FAQs

BUNGEE WITH A PURPOSE

We’ve developed the tension in the bungee section by prototyping in 10 – 35 knots winds, anchoring to fence posts, bull bars, rock platforms, coconut palms, sandbags & even driftwood.

HIGHLY VISIBLE COLOURS

Both Solo Straps are available in bright fluro orange making them easy to find in your kite bag & spot on the beach when coming in at the end of a session. The new stealth camo/black colour option is also available for both straps.

Only One Solo Strap Solo Strap, the self-launching kite anchor, sand anchor, kite launcher & kitebuddy for kiteboarding, kitesurfing

hands solo strap Solo Strap, the self-launching kite anchor, sand anchor, kite launcher & kitebuddy for kiteboarding, kitesurfing

WATER RESISTANT COATING

Our super strong webbing is coated in a water-resistant film to minimise deterioration in the sun and water. This should also reduce colour fading by the sun. Warranty: Pretty simple really, you break it launching or landing your kite and we’ll replace it free of charge.

HIGH GRADE / LOW WEIGHT

High-grade aircraft aluminium carabiner for strength and light weight. The tensile strength of the aluminium carabiner is 2200kgf.
The tensile strength smaller marine grade stainless steel clip on the ‘Leia Safety Leash’ is rated at 250kgf, although our tests have it performing even better than that.

THE TECHNICAL STUFF

(tests)

The carabiner is made of high quality aviation aluminium. The tensile strength of the aluminium carabiner is 2200kgf. The tensile strength smaller stainless steel clip on the ‘Leia Safety Leash’ is rated at 250kgf, although our tests have it performing even better than that.

Main Strap tested for Maximum Tensile Force – pull the specimens until it breaks and record the maximum force:

Testing speed: 50mm/min – Sample A, Sample B
Testing speed: 500mm/min – Sample c, Sample D

Result: Sample A – Main Strap as used 695kgf
Result: Sample B – Leia Safety Leash 501kgf
Result: Sample C – Main Strap as used 719kgf
Result: Sample D – Leia Safety Leash 341kgf

Strap when used via Leia safety leash connection only – Testing for Maximum Breaking Force:

Testing Speed 1: 500mm/min
Testing Speed 2: 50mm/min

Result: Testing Speed 1: 233kgf
Result: Testing Speed 2: 302kgf