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Buyer's Guide
Every sport kite has it's own unique personality and will behave differently under varying conditions. However, you don't need a degree in physics to choose the right kite for you. Here we offer a glossary of terms and some basic points to aid in your decision making.

Sail:

  • Larger kites (8 ft. +) will be slow, deliberate, and have greater pull. The smaller the sail area, the quicker and more agile the kite is and will usually require more wind.
  • Diamond shaped kites are graceful, simple and look spectacular with long, sweeping tails.
  • Delta kites offer more precise control and can fly in lighter winds. 

Frames:

  • Epoxy Fiberglass is most resilient, though heavy.
  • Carbon Composite retains resiliency while adding carbon for weight reduction.
  • Carbon and Wrapped Carbon offers the highest degree of weight/stiffness, yet is the most fragile.
  • Solid Microcarbon rods are lightweight and are usually used in small and ultralight kites as well as in stand-offs and whiskers.

 

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