I've always used fabric handles since day one (still do in bigger size wings).

However, after watching a local guy here rip on his duotones (and he's in his late 60's) decided to order a 4.0 and 5.0
slingshot javelin and see how they feel.

We had some good winds last week just before a cat1 hurricane hit the east coast of FL, so perfect timing to give the 5.0 a test.

rider: 90kg
Board: 4.9 x 25 @ 80L
Foil: Phantasm ptm926
Wind: 15 to 24mph