Power Kite Forum - 3m kite?

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posted on 23-7-2015 at 07:02 PM

3m kite?

hello PKF.
I'm a long time reader first time poster!
i'm looking to add another member to the kite family. I'd like something around 3M
i currently have a 1.5M Alpha, and a 5M Beamer. the alpha is OK. i love the Beamer. i would like someting that is a little faster then the Beamer but still just as well behaved. i would like lines and handles, but i don't need them...i have about $200 to spend including shipping. if you know of anything or have something that might fit the bill. please let me know

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posted on 23-7-2015 at 07:33 PM

Are you looking to ride it or just for piloting fun?

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posted on 23-7-2015 at 07:35 PM

I have Prism Tensor 3.1 , it needs new safety leash in bar mode , or all perfect if in handles mode ..... $200 shipped as is .....

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posted on 23-7-2015 at 08:09 PM

I can vouch that the Prism Tensor 3.1 is a great kite. I loved mine. It is well made and very controllable. If it is good shape then $200 seems fair; they cost about $325 new.

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posted on 23-7-2015 at 08:21 PM

Quote: Originally posted by grigorib

Are you looking to ride it or just for piloting fun?

Both...piloting fun till I can find a buggy that will fit me then riding.

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posted on 23-7-2015 at 10:54 PM

I've got couple of dual line wings to offer but no rear lines on them.

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posted on 23-7-2015 at 11:32 PM

Pretty good deal for a fast and fun kite: http://shop.flexifoil.com/recreational-kiting/rage-was-165/ $96 after added to cart. Sure the shipping is outrageous(~$40); but you will have it in 2 days.

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posted on 25-7-2015 at 05:10 PM

Found it!

Thanks for all the replies guys. I did end up finding my next kite. Picked up a 3m HQ Toxic. I can't wait for it to get here. Super stoked!

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posted on 30-7-2015 at 07:08 AM

Blitzhound - I'm glad you were able to find just what you wanted in that 3m Toxic. I noticed you have a gap in your quiver, jumping as it were from 3 to 5m in kite sizes. As you've gotten them up in the air I'm thinking you've already noticed how different the pull is between those two kites.

Just FYI, I've got a great kite for sale here on PKF that would slot right in that gap, a near-new PL Hornet in the 4m size. This is a great kite that would complement your quiver perfectly should you want to go that way.

Here is a link to my posting: http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=30754

Have fun with your kites! :karate: