Looking at buying a couple of new kites and have no access to demos so just going off others e-pinions. New or used doesn't bother me.

Discuss.

Peter Lynn Gorilla

red thumbs..... y?

slingshot rally ticks the boxes

One kite has been consistently outperforming the competition in any kind of surf conditions over the last few years.
There is a big consensus about the best wave kite - Flysurfer Speed II.

my wave kite

every time i fly it people wave to me

Blade Vertigo

Sorry could not help myself

go down to kite thrills, and try the ozone reo, best wave kite out there, or any of the ozone range!

When are you looking at buying as Merimbula mambo will see all kite makes and models for demo. If you get there should be able to demo most anything..
Wilson a good cheap kite for surf,, a little heavier on the bar then alot of others, but definitely the most price point as well, alos drifts back really nicely so if your riding and want a kite to drift not worry about turning is great for this style and at the right price..

Rally very light fast super active kite, withe the price to match, It's a slingy what else do i need to say. If picking one up second hand check the tips under the pig tails make sure it's reinforced..
Loads of quick easy depower goes upwind really well..

If you want a more alrounder the north, rebel does everything and similar pricing to slingy. Has super strong materails and will last for years to come, is a fifth line set up. As for use I think sits inbetween the wilson and slingshot, goes up wind really well, bar pressure isn't heavy or light right in the middle, drops back really nicely like the wilson not quiet as quick to depower as the Rally.

Don't know about the rest haven't flown them as yet :)

Spleene is another brand out there although not known as a wave riding brand they are a really good kite. Light on the bar, fast to turn and great water relaunch, great upwind and good build quailty for price is inbetween the wilson and the North/slingshot.
Have riden the spleene but not done a wave session yet..

Hope this helps, if your up newcastle way, kiteandsup.com.au, looking after BWS, North, Spleene, Xenon.. yes I have a demo of each boys and girls BWS to arrive shortly.

^ Yep but the thing is that I bet they all do believe they are on the best wave kite, they are nearly all good these days but you get used to the one you fly, and we all want different things from a kite depending on skill level, conditions we kite in, etc.

There is no correct answer to the question.

Tightlines is right on the money..
Every brand makes a good kite these days, and kiting is also more affordable as well.
Personal preference is the biggest thing, be it graphic's you like bar pressure or feel, longevetiy durability. ease of use rigging.
So may brands have such simliar systems, thats why I reccommend demo demo demo buy what you like best and what suits your budget..

regards
Dave :)

surfingboye said...

red thumbs..... y?

Just your old buddies welcoming you back I think surfingboye weren't red thumbs always the go for you? I think it was their unique style of appreciation

I'll leave out the kite suggestions.. As you can see, that's a minefield but welcome back

kitertom said...

go down to kite thrills, and try the ozone reo, best wave kite out there, or any of the ozone range!

hmm, I'm, thinking this could be the go in a 6m and 10m combo. Now just gotta try and find a demo of one.

Bens are excellent

surfingboye said...

Looking at buying a couple of new kites and have no access to demos so just going off others e-pinions. New or used doesn't bother me.

Discuss.

Try the Switch methods. Great wind range and built for waves, also comes at a very decent price. If you ever in WA, let me know and you can try mine.
Bought mine online after riding Ocean Rodeos, airush Ozone and the lots... And the end of the day, try before you buy!
Pm me if u need morreinfo
Good luck!!