Pulled out some notes from the TKB review of the 9m: https://www.thekiteboarder.com/2022/05/ ... ltra-team/
Speed
- lightness of the airframe was noticeable in how quickly the kite accelerated across the window and how nimble it felt during turns
- lighter wind sessions, the Ultra seemed to move through lulls easier and climb to the top of the window with less drag
- fast, smooth and graceful, darts anywhere in the window like a sleek hummingbird
Steering
- steering response felt very similar to the regular Ultra but the turning speed felt slightly faster
- low-end and medium part of the kite’s wind range the extra tactile feedback is good
- on the extreme side of the high-end/over-powered riding it was a little harsh
- without much line tension, you could still command the Ultra into surprisingly responsive steering
- doesn't require much line tension to turn
- power delivery across the throw continues to feel progressive with on-demand power that compliments with nimble but controlled steering in the middle of the window which has made it a stellar foilboarding option along with fringe appeal to some casual freeriders and surfers
- snappy and light kite with direct controls and light feel at the bar, really fast turning speed
Drift
- superb drift that makes the kite float impressively while driving downwind on either a hydrofoil or a surfboard
- For carving-oriented kitefoiling and those who have embraced single-struts in the surf, the Ultra Team’s float and drift is untouchable
- drifts like a ghost
- effortless drift and always ready to respond
- hangs in the air in almost no wind
- no flutter with excellent drift