Still one step ahead, the fifth edition of our tried and tested 5th Element Bar
is possibly the most effective and trustworthy safety system on the market.
2010 nearly any Kiteboarding magazine declared it the test winner. The Iron
Heart IV requires minimal release forces and is not affected by harsh sand
and saltwater conditions. The double de-power line in combination with
the Sliding Stopper and Stopper Ball ensures that the bar is always where
you want it to be in all situations. Our small, lightweight Vario Cleat allows
you to quickly and easily adjust it to your desired de-power stroke while the
system automatically trims your lines to the perfect length. If the dangling
trim line has ever interfered with your flow in the past, you can now forget
about it focus on your riding: Simply Velcro the dangling portion to the stopper
ball so it’s never in your way. The Micro Loop is no longer an integrated
feature, but for those who like the comfort of riding with fixed power, the
system can quickly and easily be fitted.
Riders of all skill levels, from newcomers to pros, will benefit from the simplicity
and functionality of the new 5th Element Bar Trust Bar and Iron Heart IV.

Iro n Heart IV
Four years after its introduction to the market, the Iron Heart IV, again redefines
the benchmark for safety. The light but solid stainless steel and plastic
material combination is one of the most reliable safety systems on the market.
The release forces are very low by less than 4 kg at a load of 200 kg in
a dry and sand free environment. Excellent function is ensured even in wet
and sandy conditions with fewer than 7 kg release force at 200 kg.
The centrally located Iron Heart IV release grip is large and ergonomic for
a fast and good function. It is very easy to find and can be operated either
with the right or left hand. The futuristic design prevents the system from
jamming and greatly facilitates reassembling.

The functions are
roto head
After spins, the Roto Head offers you a simple and free backrotation of the
lines. This ensures to have a constant safety function in all situations. This
invention again makes kiting a little bit more comfortable and safe.
Safety Function
Delivered with every bar, you have the choice between the standard safety
mode and an easy adjustable suicide mode. Attention, just the freeride
modus delivers the 100% safety solution! Only experienced riders with
special needs should use this option. We recommend to always use the
standard safety mode. Riders using the suicide mode must be aware of the
consequences and are responsible for occurring damages!
Auto positioning Iron Heart IV
Due to its ergonomic design, the Iron Heart III can be easily hooked in after
unhooked tricks. Low friction and a high quality metal hole complete the
perfect picture.
Flip Flop Chicken Dick
The Flip Flop Chicken Dick is moveable into two positions with a digital on/
off modus.
Super Easy Reassembling
The easy mechanism, makes it foolproof easy to reassemble the system
one handed.
Light Weight Construction
The light weight construction is built out of finest selected, durable materials.
This special mix of high performance materials fulfils the world’s highest
quality standards.
Iron Heart IV – still one step ahead.

Sa fety
Whether you ride unhooked, spin, try a water relaunch for the first time or
practice a handle pass, all maneuvers, including the latest tricks, can now
be performed with the safety leash of the 5th Element. As soon as you pull
the Iron Heart or let go of the bar it slides up the safety line. The kite is then
completely de-powered and comes down without twisting the lines.
relaunch
The 5th Element allows you to re-launch the Vegas without having to swim
towards the kite. From the nose down position, simply pull the 5th line towards
you to get the kite to tip onto it‘s back while simultaneously pulling
one back line. The kite will make it‘s way to the edge of the window and
take off. The 5th Element also allows you to relaunch the Rhino and Rebel
in light winds.
perfor mance
The 5th Element stabilizes the kite’s arc and thus clearly increases performance.
Enhanced profile stiffness brings considerable advantages in depowered
situations and increases the kite’s wind range. As a result, the kite
flies closer to the edge of the wind window and responds more directly to
steering impulses.
reinfor ced atta chement points
The kite has reinforced attachment points at the leading edge and the 5th
Element Bar is either attached to a single line or to a Y-shaped nose-line
with a predetermined length. This system allows you to use different kite
sizes with the same bar without making further adjustments.
tr ipple v-connection
Triple V-Connection: about 13 meters below the kite, the Triple V-Connection
converts an almost conventional four liner bar into the 5th Element Bar.
The new Triple V construction has increased durability and less wear. The
new stronger Dyneema lines are fed through a metal ring that reduces friction
and wear. The power frontline splits into two frontlines that run to the
kite’s right and left tips.
internal line system
The 5th Element system has three lines coming through the newly designed
bar hole. Two of them are the depower lines that end at the Vario Cleat, the
depower system, and continue from there as the power frontline. The third
line is our safety frontline to which you attach your safety leash. When you
release the safety mechanism, the bar slips up along this line and completely
depowers the kite.