Just saw this on kiteforum... The Hydra by Genetrix, the flattest kite available on the market. It is designed by a stubborn french guy who is working on flat, 100% depower kite since a very long time (1999?). This very specific flat design is achived by bridles on the struts.
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www.genetrix-kiteboarding.com/I wanna try one...