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by madis_and_kite
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:25 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Kite durability
Replies: 13
Views: 1499

Re: Kite durability

I asked that same question about LEI kites from a kite designer 20+ years in the business. There is of course lots of variables, but lifespan for D2 double ripstop is roughly 100 hours. For newer materials (4x ripstop etc) it is around 130 hours. After that kite is still in one piece, flying and you...
by madis_and_kite
Tue Mar 28, 2023 3:17 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Do high PSI LE break faster?
Replies: 48
Views: 2769

Re: Do high PSI LE break faster?

We use minimum 10 psi on all sizes. Makes a big difference if you have 10 or 8 psi in the leading edge. Especially on high winds. Basically the newer pumps, what every brand has, I pump up to 8 psi with the valve closed(2way) and then open the valve to only pump while pushing down. Around 11 psi pum...
by madis_and_kite
Wed Jan 25, 2023 8:10 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Cape Town Diary 2022/23
Replies: 117
Views: 12809

Re: Cape Town Diary 2022/23

Hey Hugh2. Since we are in Cape Town for a month, I have tried to find some reliable live wind measurements, but nothing. You seem to have some pretty accurate measurements there. Is it a secret where are you getting them?
by madis_and_kite
Tue Oct 25, 2022 9:10 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Eleveight 2022 bar Failure
Replies: 26
Views: 2431

Re: Eleveight 2022 bar Failure

On the black bars floater have cracked like this on 3 bars out of 100 bars we have sold. Part is replacable and Eleveight have them in stock.
by madis_and_kite
Mon Sep 05, 2022 3:54 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Aluula Kites - for those of you who already have some hands-on experience
Replies: 175
Views: 50076

Re: Aluula Kites - for those of you who already have some hands-on experience

I went through few pages of comments, but I didn't notice anyone giving feedback after using OR Aluula kites over longer period of time. I have 2 friends who have Aluulas (Rise 10m and Flight 12m). After a year or year and half Aluula seems pretty dead to me. Coating on the material is totally crack...
by madis_and_kite
Thu Apr 08, 2021 1:19 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Eleveight RS V5 : Any info?
Replies: 8
Views: 3002

Re: Eleveight RS V5 : Any info?

Kaimar has many sessions in with new V5 RS. I think you can ask him for exact feedback :jump:


by madis_and_kite
Tue Mar 30, 2021 9:51 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Eleveight RS V5 : Any info?
Replies: 8
Views: 3002

Re: Eleveight RS V5 : Any info?

3 sessions on V5 9m now. Boy oh boy I love that kite. There is a slight increase of bar pressure and kite is much faster. I was out with 20-30 knots but I like to ride my 9m with 30knots and up, thats what Im more interested.
by madis_and_kite
Mon Mar 15, 2021 4:15 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Best van for kitesurfing/camping
Replies: 15
Views: 2845

Re: Best van for kitesurfing/camping

I'm thinking of buying a decent van for the summer. Something big enough for a bed, fridge and storage. Also, preferably modern enough to use as an office. I have this dream to be able to use a van as a mobile, small but cozy home which has everything that I need for my daily life. I know carpenter...
by madis_and_kite
Thu Jan 28, 2021 10:36 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: MOST SEXY KITE PICTURE
Replies: 6837
Views: 4883182

Re: MOST SEXY KITE PICTURE

Toby wrote:
Fri Jan 22, 2021 11:35 am
:thumb:
Who dis? :o
by madis_and_kite
Tue Jan 19, 2021 10:22 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: New European Big Air Woo record- 33.3m - updated with video
Replies: 13
Views: 4059

Re: New European Big Air Woo record- 33.3m!

Come on, it's part of the fun. Let them go for it !epic So kooky and boring quoting these devices as "world records" Videos and photos on the other hand.. epic and entertaining. Its like telling everyone you caught a world record fish, you dont have a weigh in photo.. but it was on a day there were...

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