It's in good shape. I bought it new and haven't used it much (twice on water, once snow, less than 10 times with buggy.) This kite was only flown by
experienced kiters and has never been subject to a beginner's beating. It includes the leash (as in video) and bag. Looking for $600 + shipping from
WA state. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFnRv4mHib8
acartier: I was wondering about your experience between riding the Pusle 13 and Pulse2 8. Which do you get more use of, and which do you prefer to
fly independant of wind conditions?
Sadly I can't afford an additional $600 on kites right now, but I keep clicking on this thread... It's taunting me :p
I know nothing about FS other than they look really cool flying so that sells me alot of kites! So, forgive my ignorance--my only depower experience
is an old Ozone Frenzy and the 2 Phantoms I now have:
1) Whats the wind range for this 8m?
2) How does it handle inland gusts? (I hate getting lofted...I'm too old for that)
3) Would you recommend it for buggying? ( I see you have buggied with it..)
4) The vid shows bar & lines, your description doesn't say RTF, Is it RTF?
Originally posted by pokitetrash
4) The vid shows bar & lines, your description doesn't say RTF, Is it RTF?
Thanks!
Even though I'm not the seller, I can answer this part! Yes, it's a RTF package, flysurfer bar and lines are not designed to be separated from the
kite.
Tide? What's a tide? Man, it's 1000 miles to any ocean.
Originally posted by pokitetrash
4) The vid shows bar & lines, your description doesn't say RTF, Is it RTF?
Thanks!
Even though I'm not the seller, I can answer this part! Yes, it's a RTF package, flysurfer bar and lines are not designed to be separated from the
kite.
Flysurfer shows it works from 5-45kts with ideal between 20-35 kts. I think 30kts is definitely the upper end for me on water and 25kts would probably
be tops buggying (average windspeeds.)
It will fly in less than 10kts but personally I want 15 for buggying to be exciting.
Windrange w/ buggy really depends on weight/riding surface/experience/buggy/etc
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2) How does it handle inland gusts? (I hate getting lofted...I'm too old for that)
The depower is much better than any other foil I've used, approaching inflatable bow/sle kites. Lofting shouldn't be an issue.
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3) Would you recommend it for buggying? ( I see you have buggied with it..)
Yes! If you like buggying with a bar. I pulled it out last night and rode the buggy. It sets up in seconds and is super easy to launch and land by
yourself. It's got most of the safety of an inflatable but a whole lot more convenient.
That said, it's a bit nice for just buggying with. It's also great for water and snow. Not that I want to discourage you from buying it but, if all
you're ever going to do is buggy, you could get away with a lot less kite.
This kite has a lower aspect ratio and less performance than some foils, e.g. Speed. Theoretically won't go up wind as well and it doesn't boost as
big. It does turn much tighter and is a lot more fun to fly and ride, IMO.
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4) The vid shows bar & lines
As noted, Flysurfer's will always come with their bar and lines. I'm also including the leash (which is one slick piece of innovation, bravo
Flysurfer!) and the backpack.
Pulse2 is a lot like an Outlaw, only closed cell.
In some ways, I kind of wish I had started with those instead of the two outlaws I have now. I think the Outlaws might be cheaper brand new, not
positive.
The only reason I bring this up, is that if ALL you EVER plan on doing is land based riding, you might find a better deal for something that is open
cell. However... If you ever consider crossing over into the water, then this kite is an awesome steal. It won't jump as big as the Psychos or Speeds,
but it will get you started very nicely.
Just so you know, this is more of a high-wind kite. Probably in the sweet spot between 15-25mph in wind. That would be my guess with my weight. If you
weigh more than I do, then move that up...
Originally posted by ragden
Just so you know, this is more of a high-wind kite. Probably in the sweet spot between 15-25mph in wind. That would be my guess with my weight. If you
weigh more than I do, then move that up...
Yup, thats what I figured. I am on the hunt for a 9 Phantom for that range (Get in line right?) so this will do what I want.
Pulse is in the House! Thanks Stinkyskate! Looks as great as advertised! Now, where's the wind?
Only one thing... Do all FS come with the ginormous bag? I mean really! Not complaining--I could put both my phantoms in their bags in this bag WITH
the FS ...
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For a good seller & good feller.
