I don't post very often but just had to say something about my new Flite. I have been kiting since 2000 and mostly kite waves in San Diego (when there is wind) and travel to Oahu 4 times a year. I am 6'1" and weigh in at 215 so a bit more size than your average kiter. Yesterday we had a little breez...

I have been flying the Rise kites since the first year they came out. These are just great kites, solid feel, fast stable and great in all conditions. Lets face it, when it's gusty, you want control above all and these kites give you that along with plenty of speed and power. They are also built ver...

I agree with most of the comments, Some really good stuff on the Mako. I weigh 210 and ride the 150. I really like to have the extra volume when wave riding. I prefer a surf board in waves but when its choppy and there are waves, nothing is better and you will be happy to have that extra board under...

I have to concur, My Rise kites are amazing! I have been riding for over 5 years and these kites are smooth and powerful throughout the turn and allow me upwind ability better than any other kite I have flown to date. I am a big rider at 215 lbs and usually on a size smaller than or equal to other r...

I can tell you that the entire quiver of Rise kites have good low end. What you experienced with the 9mtr is the same thing you will find in the 16. I am 215 lbs and have been riding the 14 and 16 quite a bit in light to moderate wind. I would think the 16 will easlly power you in those types of con...

I have been kiting over 5 years and have owned full quivers of Slingshot, Wipika, Gaastra, Ocean Rodeo One and now The ‘08 Rise. I live in light wind San Diego but luckily make 4 trips a year to Hawaii with visits to Baja also. My newest quiver of Ocean Rodeo Rise kites with Venturi te...