NEW recommends setting up your suicide leash in under 20 knots like pictured. Over 20 knots suicide leash isnt recommended. The load tested leash passes through the Neutralizer 5 ring then around the depower loop. The depower range is covered in plastic so it wont wear out. If you find your self tangled with another kiter simply open the loop and instantly your kite will be completely flagged. From here your able to reassemble the loop and relaunch in the water. Takes minor skill, less skill than riding upwind.