LSU.
Most kites have the option to attach a leash that will flag the kite. I will admit that if the wind is not crazy and I have lots of room, I will attach the leash below the bar. However, if I feel I have alot of wind/power on tap, sticky launch area, or just feel that I want to be able to "get out", then I attach to an exit ring. Once the launch is completed, then I switch the leash back over to below the bar.
I do teach my students about the hidden dangers of attaching your leash in a convenient place vs. a safe place. If the wind ever suddenly picked up, or something goes terribly wrong, and your leash wasn't on your exit ring, well.....you could be in trouble.
I do wish more kite companies would address this issue of convenience vs. safety.
I do not like the rings attached to the flying lines however. It makes for a big mess. I do like the rings attached to the center lines, but not as easy to get to.
Props to the companies that have safe, below the bar, flag points.
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