GregK - Thanks. kitesafe1 - For me, the idea was to explore new kite performance without making any assumptions. So I felt the place to start was to strip everything off the kite to really learn what each part is doing before adding back as needed. The kite now in production speaks of what we found....

Thanks for your interest GregK. I'm STOKED that you seem to appreciate the kite's simple approach. I'm not aware of any committed development of similar kites by other brands. As Boardriding Maui is a new independent project, it has been super refreshing to be able to share information openly, inclu...

esg - Thanks for your interest. In the spirit of simplest possible solutions, this project did start with squared-off wingtips. With later prototypes I revised the angle toward what you've commented on in the wireframe because, with this design specifically, that area seemed unsupported (even though...

Its relaxing to spend some time visiting a digital environment where perfection is possible.
I find a natural beauty in the simplicity and mathematical precision of these curves.

Off the header topic "health of the industry", in response to some of the comments regarding "big" brands vs "small" brands; As a "SUPER small" brand, I can say with conviction that the value of accountability goes a very long way. Every decision is an absolute commitment when its a passion that you...

Panchito - Really? That much stoke? For real? Thanks Man! I'm stoked too! To be able to share the stoke with others is so great. Oldnbroken - The paipo pictured has a surfboard rocker, just lowered over the back half to work with the flex. My suggestion would be that rocker needs to be addressed wit...

To further address some of the questions on relaunch, stability and power, I've posted another video to the boardriding maui youtube channel and facebook page. Thanks.

Ronnie - In regards to your comment "Things designed by committees..." From your insight, I'll bet you've got some experience. Thanks for your support! TomW - I've only been to Sweden once. It was super rad. I'll come ride with you! James - Really, its not smooth wind paradise? (Joking - unfortunate...

- el_guestos: Thank you very much. - Ronnie: Thanks for asking. Before commenting, I'll admit that I googled facetious. Got this: fa·ce·tious/fəˈsēSHəs/ Adjective: Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant. Synonyms: jocose - humorous - jocular - waggish - comic - funny...

Thanks for your comments offering help Gigi. Let me know if you're on Maui any time and I'll be happy to meet up for a ride. I'm guessing the kite may be interesting to you, and perhaps influence some of the ideas you've offered. As for "hobby kite designing", I guess you could call it this as my wo...