2019 Kites collection
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BANDIT 12 WTF!? V.1 BREEZE V.2 FURTIVE V.1 DIABLO V.4 BAR & QUICK-RELEASE SAFETY LEASH & PUMP 2

¬ he fantastic riding range of the new BANDIT means T that you’ll enjoy every session, no matter the wind variations ¬ he kite is an extension of your body that perT forms in harmony with you; this ultimate link means that as soon as you’ve thought about the turn, the kite is already making it with a perfect feeling and control. Every year we ask ourselves this question, and each year there follows another question, what are we looking for? Our primary focus is to develop the wind range, the lateral pull of the kite, the feedback and feeling at the bar and the maneuvrability. After eleven...

H SHEETED IN The back line is released and the forces go through the front connector. The bar pressure increases and the maneuvrability is less direct. It offers a very progressive bar with a feeling of a sheeted out back connector while we sheet in, therefore the pressure increases progressively. H SHEETED OUT The kite tilts and the back line stiffens. The tensions move to the trailing edge which has several effects: ¬ less flapping ¬ better start ¬ maneuvrability with less pressur

C - CORAL / BLUE LAGOON SIZE (m2) WIND RANGE (knts) D - DEEP BLUE / BLUE LAGOON

This year we decided to give you the opportunity to discover and sell our brand new BANDIT earlier. We will deliver 1.500 exclusive pieces during July & August in order to brighten your SUMMER! ¬ A limited edition of 1.500 numbered pieces ¬ or the passionate people who will discover F the new BANDIT 12 before everybody else ¬ Truly unique and exclusive colours ¬ Only available while supplies last U - BLUE / TURQUOISE Be part of the very select few to discover before everybody else the stunning new fee of the BANDIT 12 this summer! WIND RANGE (knts)

¬ Pure C-Shape Freestyle design ¬ 5th line set up ¬ 5 strut design ¬ Excellent pop & ultimate control during kite loops ¬ REACTOR VALVE for faster inflation ¬ LINX BAR 5 lines A FIVE STRUT DESIGN The C-Shape itself has always been the best option for making an easy to control and dynamic kite. To maximise the handling during intense moments such as loading up for pop and slack, and megaloops, we utilised a five strut design which keeps the profile exceedingly steady and gives our riders great confidence in the kite at all times. We decided to add a 5th line to help with control, optimise...

SIZE (m2) WIND RANGE (knts)

¬ Ultra lightweight ¬ Unbeatable low wind performance ¬ Exceedingly stable, even when overpowered ¬ Total control with excellent bar feedback ¬ Great speed control on a foil ¬ Easy relaunch with reverse launch capabilities too FOIL / LIGHTWIND THE MOST USER-FRIENDLY ONE STRUT KITE ON THE MARKET TODAY, INCREDIBLE LIGHT WIND ABILITY MATCHED WITH ABSOLUTE EASE OF USE. 16 17 H he BREEZE V2 is for anyone who wants a light weight set up T H ur design and test team have worked tirelessly to bring O that offers incredible handling with great low-end performance. Now with a range of sizes going from...

A - BLUE / DEEP BLUE SIZE (m2) WIND RANGE (knts)

The FURTIVE is ideal for longdistance racing, speed riding and hang-time sessions. HIGH PERFORMANCE / HANG-TIME Introduced in 2017, the FURTIVE is a “satellite” kite which comes as a complement to the BANDIT. Designed as a genuine performance kite and hangtime machine, the FURTIVE is available in many sizes from 5 m² to 19 m² to maximize your performances in all kinds of conditions. In 2014, Alex CAIZERGUES asked us for some custom kites to beat his own speed record of 56.62 kts. The design brief was to reach a maximum speed by riding over-powered with a 6.5 m² on the speed run with an...

A - YELLOW / BLACK / GREEN SIZE (m2) WIND RANGE (knts) B - YELLOW / BLACK / ORANGE

A RAM AIR KITE DESIGNED FOR PRO RACERS, PERFECT FOR ALL TOP LEVEL RIDERS LOOKING FOR PERFORMANCE! 24 The new DIABLO V.4 has been optimized for all points of sail: ¬ pwind performances enable to reach better angles thanks to the optimization work U performed on the wing profile and global work on drag reduction. ¬ Downwind, sheeting-in feels very consistent which makes for improved efficiency. KEY POINTS ¬ The kite is reactive and therefore very effective for sharp and precise tacks ¬ reated to reach high speeds and offer the best race angles, C the kite remains stable, reassuring, and...

A - ROYAL BLUE / DEEP BLUE

BARS OVERVIEW The LINX Bar is since 2018 our new control system. Available in 3 sizes: 52/45 & 45/38 cm for the 4 lines bar and 42/35 cm for the 5 lines bar dedicated to freestyle. It allows you to choose the perfect bar for your quiver. The integrated floats house the mechanism to adjust the size of your bar. For this 2019 edition, we have improved it and added some great features to create the best connection to your kite. The new lines are less elastic: they stretch 30% less than the previous ones, which makes kite steering more precise. The Hub is now made of anodized aluminium and the...

MDNDLITH HESS MDNDLITH g05lDIABLO V4 KEY POINTS - The standard pulleys have been replaced by premium RONSTAN pulleys equipped with a ball bearing system which allows to perfectly tune the kite. - The Clamcleat® is movable to adjust the length of the depower. - The depower’s plastic tube has been replaced with a high density polyethylene sheath for a smooth and precise bar feeling. - Delivered with the 2018 Safety Leash (100 cm). FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE SAFETY SYSTEM, PLEASE USE ONLY THE F-ONE LINES. SAFETY Release setup on single front line Safety Leash included.

BANDIT BREEZE V.1 TRUST

QUICK-RELEASE OVERVIEW S TA ND A R D / 4 LINE S REF: 77902-8001 WTF?! BANDIT BREEZE TRUST FURTIVE MANUAL SWIVEL SAFETY SYSTEM Designed to work efficiently even in the most critical situations, it can be triggered under load but also when the lines are slack. A stopper at the top holds the kitebar to make sure the system works even when the bar is pushed towards the rider and blocked in the lowest position. The push-away system enables to trigger the release with minimal force even under the highest loads (tested up to 400 kg). Since 2016, the quick-release is provided with more rigid...