Yes the 09 Liquid Force kites are 110% better than the past year. The session pulls like a truck & has good swift turnng speed but in no means is a fast kite through the air, very stable & gives a nice floating feeling when jumping. this kite would best suit the heavier rider looking to fly a smaller size kite than usual or a wake, freestyle rider wanting a good solid feel & consistent pull. The kite has good depower without flying to the front or edge of the window. Relaunch is good & simple.