good luck getting a 2nd hand flx.

no one wants to sell the damn things!

every kiteshop owner i have spoken to has said its the ants pants.

or you could spend more on a jamie pro. then u would be l33t...

ok my 2c....I reckon for a beginner you can't go past the 04 or 05(if you want to spend a little more) airush switches, all sizes are great but dependant on your kite(s), weight, intended use and estimated speed of learning. I've just got a 32 flx after a 47 wavetray and its quite a bit skatier and still getting used to the change but love the feel, really light and responsive. But I rode a 135 04 switch recently and it was surprised at how nice it was, if I couldn't afford the new flx, as no one sells em 2nd hand , I would have bought one of those babies cheap. I reckon its a better beginners board too, with the concave the rail hung in a bit better so you should get going up wind on the switch easier. good luck

Don't forget about duty and customs fees! But I reckon you're still going to come in under. I think it's about 10% plus $50 for customs. I think you can check on the customs website?

The amount you will save isn't worth the drama; Freight, GST, etc. etc. If you fly out it's worth bringing stuff back - but USA to Aus via the internet the small saving isn't worth the risks.

It's worth supporting the local dealers as well, so that you can drop into a shop and get advise, ride demo gear and look at the actual products IMO

Second the FLX. Havent heard anyone who is unconnected with any brand say a bad thing about them. Smooth to ride, great handling, well built, light. Perfect board for me.

Main thing I liked bout it was the slicing through the water, rather than the slapping you get with some boards.

lotta guys i'm talking to are loving the ADDICTION boards. these are local made and decently cheap.

These are not the droids we're looking for. move along.

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Originally posted by Kitehard

Why not poop into Airborne kitesurfing and grab a demo board each day till you find one you love, it costs you nothing and then you KNOW for yourself. Buying a board is the secong most personal decision in kiting (behind harness) , what one person raves about is crap to the next person and vice versa.

It is about feel and you are the only one that can decide that, don't believe the hype!

Good winds and Peace

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STUART

Hey have a look at www.cardboarding.com they are really cheap and are made with the same materials as FLX but you get to choose the grapics and Shape and they are made in Queensland. have a look it is worth it.

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