G'day

Looking for a some smart advice about buying a new kite. I've been using Airush Lithium 2013 12m as a first kite and been really enjoyed by a easy launch and quick turns. Any recommendations? Which new kite is similar like this?

Thank You

Hi I'm keen to ride the waves in future, and also like to have some jumps and tricks. Thanks

That's like asking I want a fast one...

KIT33R said..
If you are happy with the Lithium get a smaller one (10m) and use the same bar to save money. It's important to not mix bar/safety systems. If you know one system and you have to act quickly to throw the safety you don't want to have think "What bar do I have?"

Good one. Stick to one brand, save some money. Very hard to find another kite via forum suggestions. Try to demo as many kites as you can, then you'll can make good decision.

1950 said..

KIT33R said..
If you are happy with the Lithium get a smaller one (10m) and use the same bar to save money. It's important to not mix bar/safety systems. If you know one system and you have to act quickly to throw the safety you don't want to have think "What bar do I have?"

Good one. Stick to one brand, save some money. Very hard to find another kite via forum suggestions. Try to demo as many kites as you can, then you'll can make good decision.

It takes a couple of seasons of riding to critically evaluate the pros and cons of a kite. Over time your style develops and certain aspects of a kite becomes more desirable. People tend to be passionate about whatever their local shop is offering, which is not necessarily a bad thing since this means local support. By all means demo a few kites but if you've only every ridden one kite keep your decision simple. I can't remember how many kites I've had but each time I've changed brands it has been after a lot of thought.

1950 said...

KIT33R said..
If you are happy with the Lithium get a smaller one (10m) and use the same bar to save money. It's important to not mix bar/safety systems. If you know one system and you have to act quickly to throw the safety you don't want to have think "What bar do I have?"

Good one. Stick to one brand, save some money. Very hard to find another kite via forum suggestions. Try to demo as many kites as you can, then you'll can make good decision.

If you'd like to improve your riding and kite skills the varial x is up a scale in all round performance

kiteman69 said..
Go for an Ozone Zepher. I ride mine from 8 - 35kts. Best one kite kit. Turns really well. Even with my cutdown bar.

Extreme.

Loftywinds said..

Ozone