Do you use the backbone bar? Is it necessary?
1971108
It is not necessary, but it is a very good upgrade. As mentioned, the kayak will track better, and be more rigid. Do not use this bar for whitewater, though.
1971109
A backbone bar must be an option, as I don't have one - must not be necessary
1971110
I don't have one but I am considering buying one to increase my tracking ability.
1971111
I have not used the bar. I have had no problems as long as you fully inflate.
520789
I have found draping to work very well (and appears almost invisible) - rebar is better of course - but also a lot more work to install. Good luck!
410777
You'll need to use the screws. I tried to go without for my son who weighs 75 lbs but the bar slipped.
502862
I use a support bar and would recommend using one. This is not a hard cover bag.
2124613
Yes, there are lines (about every inch) on the bar. You can adjust it to any of those.
82474
No, it is not necessary. It will help build up your arms but I am a senior and not worried about that. I use the bars for only 3% of my exercise. The other 97% I am reading while I work my legs for an hour. I like it all. Good Luck to you.
832037
No, the bar is useless. I tried super glue, duct tape and nothing works. I was hoping I could get a replacement part but haven't gotten a message back from the supplier.
1324307
It does not come with a backbone. I bought mine without one. after using it once I decided the backbone was a good idea. I weigh near the upper end of the advised maximum (225 lbs.) and would get a little sag in the middle until I added the spine. It also improved the kayak's handling. Cheers!
1326661
Yes, mine works perfect with no bar. The first couple of times it is a tight fit, but it is still super easy to get installed. I love mine!
2039681
No, not with the parent handlebar but this bar can be installed and unattached very easily.
47892
Yes order the extra bar. It only comes with two. When I ordered mine it arrived in three days
1907857
You could always bolt longer bars to the current ones. Make your own bars out of wood or metal. In most cases still cheaper than the Thule version.
218726
I have never used the handlebar, I just bought it put on my old bike when I bought new once. Sorry.
1959315
No, but the T bar is removable by a button underneath, so you can travel with it.
1595224
FYI, no you don't need 2 bars to make a miter slot. While any woodworker knows that 2 is better than 1, any good wood or metal strip can be used solo if attached properly. I just watched a video about the micro jig zero play guide bar system and another user used 1 guide bar for a cross cut sled and the other for a miter sled for picture frames. It may not be popular, but it is definitely an option so don't be misled.
175732
You could attach a TRX, but I think it's usefulness would be limited. The bar isn't really made for kipping pull ups, so I don't think it would be safe to use a TRX in a way that would involve leaning away from the bar. At most, I would use it the same way I would use rings for push ups. Having said that, I've never tried rings or TRX on mine, so others might have more insight.
685596
You can but with my experience it's not needed. Plenty of support with just the frame. I will say that this is a very we'll made set. Very easy to set up and a really cool design. I love it!