On a North kiteboard, it’s usually the smaller parts that get lost or wear out: screws, washers, fins and grab handles. The good news is that almost everything can be replaced separately. North twintips usually use M6 screws for the pads and straps. Always use the washers, as they spread the pressure across the insert and help prevent your bindings from coming loose after a hard landing. Tighten the screws securely, but don’t overtighten them. A stripped insert is much harder to repair than a loose screw.

Before every session, check that your bindings and fins are still securely attached, especially after landing on the beach or hitting a rock. Rinse your board and screws with fresh water after a saltwater session. This prevents sand and salt from causing the threads to seize. Always replace a screw with one of the same length. A screw that is too long can damage the insert or your board. If your pads are worn flat or your straps are starting to tear, a complete set of straps and pads is often a better choice than replacing individual parts.

A kite surfboard or foilboard uses different screw systems, such as specific inserts and self-tapping screws, and often has its own fin system. On your foil, the mast, fuselage and wings are connected using specific screws. Pay extra attention to the length and thread. Regularly take your North Sonar foil apart after saltwater sessions and rinse the screws and contact surfaces with fresh water. This helps prevent corrosion and parts from seizing. You’ll find the parts you need among our foil accessories.

Not sure which part or size you need? Send us the model and year of your board and we’ll help you find the right one. You’ll find everything among our North kiteboard spare parts. Prefer not to work on your board yourself? Our repair service can check and assemble your board, so everything is secure and ready for your next session.

Your bar is the connection between you and your North kite, so you don’t want any surprises here. Start with the lines. Dyneema kite lines are strong and have very little stretch, but a damaged spot, a knot or wear caused by sand can quickly reduce their breaking strength. Check them regularly, especially around the ends and where the lines run through the bar. Is your kite pulling to one side or turning more slowly than you’re used to? Your lines may have stretched unevenly. Lay them out on the beach, attach them to a fixed point and pull them tight. This makes it easy to see whether the lengths still match. Readjusting them can sometimes solve the problem, but after intensive use, a new line set is the safest choice. North line sets are 22 metres as standard. Next, check the pigtails. These connect your lines to the kite and handle a lot of load. Always choose pigtails that match your bar and replace them as soon as they start to fray. The depower line moves through the centre of your bar every time you trim and therefore wears faster than you might expect. If your trim starts to feel stiff or the line begins to fray near the cleat, you’ll notice it directly in the bar pressure and handling. Your safety system deserves the most attention. Test your quick release regularly on land, rinse it with fresh water after every session and replace the chicken loop or release mechanism as soon as it starts to feel stiff. The swivel, which helps prevent your lines from twisting, and the floaters should also be part of your regular checks, along with your kite leash.

You’ll find everything you need among our North bar spare parts. Still using a Trust bar from before 2019? You’ll find spare parts for these bars at Duotone. Has your bar reached the end of its life after years of great sessions? Take a look at the North Navigator bar. Need help choosing the right part or installing it? Give us a call, send us an email or visit our megastore. Prefer professional installation or a safety check? Our repair specialists will make sure your bar is safe, reliable and ready for your next session.