kitetim
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Beamer or Slingshot ???????
Anyone have thoughts on the choice between a Beamer and Slingshot kite? Probably 3m size. Primary purpose is a fun kite for the beach and also
beginner kite for snowkiting. Is a 4 meter kite too large for playing on the beach?
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| Quote: | Originally posted by kitetim
Is a 4 meter kite too large for playing on the beach? |
Like Eli said beamer !!
how big are you and normal wind conditions ?
I recommend most people a 3m , but people over 200lbs I suggest the 4m.
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Beamer for sure, and there are few used ones floating around, which is pretty rare. People just don't like to part with them.
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What model Slingshot? If you're talking a 2 line Slingshot trainer then definitely Beamer.
Saying Slingshot or Beamer is like saying Ford or Jetta.
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What will you use it for ?
The slingshot B series come on a bar and the Beamer comes on handles.
The B series is better for a water / snow trainer. The beamer is better all round. It can be put on a bar but I don't think the B series works on
handles ? I think they are 3 line ????
The Beamer will be easy to resell but I doubt you will want to.
Some great deals on here on used beamers and that is very rare. Move on them !!!
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beamer!!!!
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I voted....for something...? lol :D
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Bingo! find something you'll be comfy with...and learn 'when not to fly'
| Quote: | Originally posted by DAKITEZ
| Quote: | Originally posted by kitetim
Is a 4 meter kite too large for playing on the beach? |
Like Eli said beamer !!
how big are you and normal wind conditions ?
I recommend most people a 3m , but people over 200lbs I suggest the 4m. |
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| Quote: | Originally posted by kiteNH
Saying Slingshot or Beamer is like saying Ford or Jetta. |
haha. Which is which?
~Jason
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