I ended up buying the Gin Eskimo III 14.5 m. I flew it yesterday and today and I really like the way it flies. Good strong pull in low winds (4-8 mph), and not too much lift. Easy to set up and pack. I was also surprised of how fast this huge thing turns. I was afraid of a lot of tangle due to the complicated bridles, but so far it is very tangle resistant. So far I've only been flying it static, can't wait to get it on snow! And some more wind, but not too much more. Thank you all for all good advices, this is a super kite for my spots!

Please do a write up on the eskimo once you have it figured out !

These kites just don't have proper exposure over here. They have been on top of their game for a long time now !

Very interested in the bottom end + range in gusty winds.

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Originally posted by Bladerunner Please do a write up on the eskimo once you have it figured out !

The eskimo is no more. Its been replaced by the Yeti. Write up would be nice but woudn't necessarily be beneficial as new Gins in general are rare and I think I've seen 3 used eskimos for sale in the 3 years I've been flying Gin.

Tall and short of Gin is this... build quality is superb and easily on par with Ozone, Flysurfer or whoever one thinks is the "best". Super nice bars. Excellent saftey system. Used ones may take some tuning when you get them depending upon how much tension you like on the rear lines compared to who previously owned the kite.

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Originally posted by octagon I ended up buying the Gin Eskimo III 14.5 m. I

Where'd you score that deal? Are you in the States?

I fly an access in a very midwest gusty condition someday more that 30 knots and is very good ... No surprises ....


I would like to try a gin , i bet is a very good kite in gusty condition too...