I've always rigged my safety leash to the spreader bar so its easy to reach if I ever needed it. Yesterday evening spreader bar strap gave way (POS cabrinha seat harness only lasted 7 years ). Lost spreader bar & kite halfway across bay. Was on my 3rd recovery plan doomed to fail when a fishing boat rescued and carefully towed it back.
Anyway - definitely recommend a spot on the front of your harness for the safety leash but maybe not on the spreader bar. Or alternatively replace your harness more often than every 7 years
to hijack my own thread anyone have a recommendation for a comfy seat harness?