As it happens, a few weeks ago I ordered an Alpha V2 14m Blue so given the current material shortages and supply dislocations it will be interesting to see when it actually turns up!
Just curious - is this replacing your 14.5 Flite?
Yes.
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As it happens, a few weeks ago I ordered an Alpha V2 14m Blue so given the current material shortages and supply dislocations it will be interesting to see when it actually turns up!
Just curious - is this replacing your 14.5 Flite?
Yes.
May I ask why? I've been thinking of either getting a Flite or a 14m single strut.
May I ask why? I've been thinking of either getting a Flite or a 14m single strut.
For a number of reasons. I wanted a lightwind kite to use in the summer and the Alpha V1 was an option, but on principle I do not buy V1 of anything, V2s usually have the wrinkles sorted out. I use only kites without pulleys, but made an exception for the Flite 14.5 Aluula because of its performance. I believe the Alpha V2 will perform at least as well as the Flite in the conditions I will use it in, and it has no pulleys.
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I think the Alpha v1 was great out of the box. Most people agree it's one of if the best, if not the best one strut kite. Gets a little flappy when you turn it super fast but they all do... i was super impressed with it compared to the Core X lite, which is also great, but the Ozone Alpha is way cheaper.
I cant believe i just said something Ozone was cheaper. I must be dreaming
I think the Alpha v1 was great out of the box. Most people agree it's one of if the best, if not the best one strut kite. Gets a little flappy when you turn it super fast but they all do... i was super impressed with it compared to the Core X lite, which is also great, but the Ozone Alpha is way cheaper.
I cant believe i just said something Ozone was cheaper. I must be dreaming
Whispers in my ear mean that you'll be even more impressed by the Alpha V2.
As it happens, a few weeks ago I ordered an Alpha V2 14m Blue so given the current material shortages and supply dislocations it will be interesting to see when it actually turns up!
Just curious - is this replacing your 14.5 Flite?
Yes.
Flite 14.5 Aluula now sold.
Not holding my breath for when the Alpha V2 14m turns up ...
Not holding my breath for when the Alpha V2 14m turns up ...
Thinking of getting a 14m for summer days on the surfboard when I'm at beaches a bit shallow to foil. Will keep an eye on the Alpha - have pivots and boxers ATM.
Not holding my breath for when the Alpha V2 14m turns up ...
Thinking of getting a 14m for summer days on the surfboard when I'm at beaches a bit shallow to foil. Will keep an eye on the Alpha - have pivots and boxers ATM.
The manufacture date for my Alpha V2 14m (ordered on 6th April) is the second half of August, so should see it in early September.
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