This would be 100% for static flying. Would be interested in thoughts/opinions from those that already have one.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9r_a7E-7ho4

Don't have one, but always been tempted to get something inexpensive like the Mojo to start off with to see If I would like it.

I have the B-Series Standard.
Cons:
1- Its very hard to launch when lying flat on a grass surface unless you stake the handles and mount the kite vertically. The You tube videos make it look too easy.
2- I leave the strings attached when I pack the kite and this sometimes results in a tangled mess when I try to use it.
3 - I have not figured out how to fly this in low winds.
4 - I have not figured out how to enjoy this kite in high winds. To be fair, the winds in our area are fairly gusty.
5 - I get bored with this kite easily. I have more fun with my smaller FB kites.
6 - These kites are expensive..
Pros:
1- When the winds are just right, the REV is fun to fly. I know someone with a CHINESE REV and that kite is not great in any winds.
2- The kite is well made and easy to assemble.
3 - Repair parts are very easy to obtain.
4 - Very easy to hover.


Knowing what I know now, I would not buy one again. I get to bored with this kite now that I fly FB kites. If you have the technical skills or want to learn the technical skills to fly a REV then you will like this kite.

I'm looking t the knock-offs also.. I have a Mojo but my daughter like that kite more than I do so it's "her" kite.

I have flown a few revs, and I also have a Spirit, which is similar, but heavier because it has more structure that allows it to lay down and stand back up without going flat on the ground. I like both, but they are boring. The name brand Revolutions have the most precise control and widest flight envelope of pretty much any rigid quad you will try, but they are boring. I just start yawning now if something isn't pulling me ridiculously fast, or at least fast enough to sprain an ankle. I used to want a Rev when I was younger and couldn't afford it, but now that I can buy all the Revs I want, I don't think I ever would because they are so one dimensional to me.

Sure there is some cool indoor short line stuff you can do with them, but I do not have the patience to learn any of that mess. It is NEARLY fool proof. They are pretty hard to break though. Even though they are rigid frames, their frame is so simple that it requires a sufficiently talented fool to snap one.

for static flying i love my revs- when i just want to get away and chill a little flying the rev is a great activity- i have a rev ii that is 20 couple yrs old and a newer 1.5 both are always in my truck

The Rev is not like your traction kite that will provide your daily adrenaline rush. For low to very low wind, flying the Rev will challenge your flying skills with a kite that will do amazing acrobatics with tremendous precision. If you like kites, like to have a challenging kite for very low wind and want a kite that will require complex user input, the Rev will fill that niche. The Rev kites provide enjoyment when the kiteboarding, buggy and mountain board kites are waiting for more wind. I have two series B Rev kites and find them challenging, relaxing and beautiful flying machines.

Strictly for static. I have plenty of traction. Looks like I'll be getting a Rev// Leaning towards the B-Series.

http://www.bigmikeskites.com/Revolution/BSeries/Bseries.html

With the B series you get an extra frame for the kite. As the wind increases you can add the 2 wrap frame to the 3 wrap frame and fly in higher winds. If you buy the full vented kite, it comes with a 3 wrap and a 4 wrap frame. I fly the standard (no vents) and the vented (one set of vents) and move to my big traction kites when the wind increases beyond the single vent kite. Enjoy the challenge. They do make large models for traction sports.

People who fly Rev are generally much better much better FB foil pilots than others !

As mentioned having a rev in the quiver allows you to fly an entertaining kite when winds are too low to enjoy traction kiting.

While I really enjoy mine I just may be unloading it later this summer if money remains tight.

I have an indoor Rev I would sell now if anybody is interested ?

I have the Exp (basic model) and never felt the need for anything better (call me cheap). The "power kite" mindset has to be left in the bag if you are interested in flying a Rev. They aren't a power kite; they require a completely different level of control and attention; there's no "park and ride" rest stop. Bored? Try putting on headphones and flying it to music…
I agree with Blade - there's a certain level of finesse that is learned when flying a Rev that just doesn't happen when flying a foil. (Hey, check my sig :D )

Quote: Originally posted by hiaguy

I have the Exp (basic model) and never felt the need for anything better (call me cheap). The "power kite" mindset has to be left in the bag if you are interested in flying a Rev. They aren't a power kite; they require a completely different level of control and attention; there's no "park and ride" rest stop. Bored? Try putting on headphones and flying it to music… I agree with Blade - there's a certain level of finesse that is learned when flying a Rev that just doesn't happen when flying a foil. (Hey, check my sig :D )

Very well put hiaguy! If you ask me, there is nothing similar about a Rev and a fixed bridal kite. Revs are fun to fly in their own right but have their own learning curve. I had lots of FB experience prior to owning a Rev and it still took me a while to learn it's quirks. The flying lines seemed like sewing thread compared to what I was used to. Tangles were sometimes a headache to sort out.

I do understand it's a totally different animal than a traction kite. Over 95% of all my flying is static. It's pretty rare when I get to take the buggy out. As for a learning curve, I'm more than OK with that too.

I do have the Mojo and have flown a Rev that belonged to a friend but haven't really been able to compare the two. Nor have I had a chance to try one of the New Tech Spirits, Volksquads or the "imitations" I'm hoping to garner a bit of insight into those differences..

My Symphony 2.2.4 and the Bolero 6 Stack are the main stunt kites I fly. I also have a Bebop and I stunt a bit with the Hornet as well. I eventually want a stack of quad-liners.. I'm just not sure the Mojo would stack well.

The more you fly the Rev, the more you fly the Rev. I have a std B and full vent B, then I have a std New York Minute, and a 2 vent New York Minute. For extreme light wind flying, the std sail New York Minute is the one I pick up. Otherwise, I will fly which ever I pick up or I will fly what my buddy is flying and we can practice some team flying.

I've got a decent collection of videos linked off my Revolution pages.

One word of caution. with me, I can fly a REV perfectly.....unless I just got finished flying a power kite. If I just came off the big kite, I over correct the rev. Then it is a sad affair indeed.

The key is...NOT to think without a REV! ???

Fly a 2 stack of Blasts and you'll reconsider Revs being used as power kites.. or a 2-4 or 4-8. Those are beasts! I still have to try my Blast 3 stack one of these days.

I have a Rev 1.5 SUL and HQ Mojo I might be letting go of pretty soon here.

PowerBlast 4-8 will rip your arms out and beat you around the head with them... it's a monster.

Other Revs are great, I love them... Leave them in the car and when you got a few minutes, have a play. Can't believe you'd get bored - there's always something to learn.

Buy local made too

yeah, Rev's, hey what can I say they're boring boring boring...............about the same excitement of a single line Snoopy Kite flying on dental floss.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSHLu51TS84

yeah, Rev's, hey what can I say they're boring boring boring...............about the same excitement of a single line Snoopy Kite flying on dental floss.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSHLu51TS84

Revolution Sportwings are old school four line kites with their origin back in the late eighties. Dual line Diamond kites were losing out to more advanced two line delta designs around then. Also at the same time Peter Lynn was working on traction kites. When I saw my first stack of TRLBY kites being flown by the Kligman brothers in Myrtle Beach I was hooked. It was my introduction to controlled kite flying & the stack of five diamonds in high wind made impressive power. Since then I have wanted to experience all kites. If you are focused on power only then Revs may not be your cup of tea. But most Rev fliers will let you have a go on their kites if you just show some interest. I have a good selection of them up to the largest, the Power Blast 4-8. Other Rev fliers are not too interested in the power series but I like big kites. You would need to learn a 1.5 size before moving up to the bigger ones IMHO. In the car hobby Corvettes are mainly interesting to other Corvette owners. In kites I would say Revs are interesting mainly to other Rev fliers. Fly a Rev around a crowd and only a little interest will be shown. Pull out a five stack with long tails & the show is on. Show up with a buggy & well you know....

Show up with a Dodge Viper to a Corvette convention, and watch all the old dentist owners' jaws drop when it comes to raw power.

but then again, I've owned a Porsche 911, so pick your poison.

Torque vs Handling.


both are fun in their own way.

Rev's are awesome kites. I buggy a lot with my Rev's, plenty of power if you know how to use it. For excitement, try the SuperSonic. If you get bored with that kite you are dead.

I have been flying Rev's for over 12 years now and have been selling them for over 10 years. I own pretty much ever Rev made and they are awesome to fly. The slow motion hover type precision stuff can be boring to some to watch, but flying with some tunes in your ears is a blast. Team flying with Rev's is another level of fun.

I highly recommend getting one, especially if you like static flying.

OK, Flew a Rev at Jockey's Ridge today.. Getting one for sure.. Now to decide on model and color.

Quote:

"a single line Snoopy Kite flying on dental floss"

Where can I get me one of these? I think it would be a hot seller at festivals

:D

Quote "I have been flying Rev's for over 12 years now and have been selling them for over 10 years. I own pretty much ever Rev made and they are awesome to fly........"



With so many models and types to choose from with the newer generations of Rev's, what is the determining factor in picking out a new one.

Danger Danger, I'm staying at Lincoln City Beach Oregon typing this right now, and a Kite Shop is 100 yards away........must resist temptation........but watching team flying a couple days ago at Rockaway Beach kite festival, has my visa card tempted.

Quote: Originally posted by Windy Heap

yeah, Rev's, hey what can I say they're boring boring boring...............about the same excitement of a single line Snoopy Kite flying on dental floss. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSHLu51TS84

Yeah, Revs are boring to me. Sorry. That team is awesome. It is VERY hard to lock a REV in place like they do and I have much respect, but since I started flying power kites, no other kite really does it for me like one that can kick my ass and drag me screaming down a beach on wheels...

I like both. I like the power of the big foils and the control of my Modded Symphony .. I don't get to buggy or board as often as I'd like but I'm constantly flying everything I own.. And everything would see plenty of flying time. I have some deltas, as well as the Bolero Stack but want a quadline "non" foil.. I fly everything.. often.. If the wind is there, the modded Symphony is the first and last thing in the air every time..

Quote: Originally posted by Windy Heap

Quote "I have been flying Rev's for over 12 years now and have been selling them for over 10 years. I own pretty much ever Rev made and they are awesome to fly........" With so many models and types to choose from with the newer generations of Rev's, what is the determining factor in picking out a new one. Danger Danger, I'm staying at Lincoln City Beach Oregon typing this right now, and a Kite Shop is 100 yards away........must resist temptation........but watching team flying a couple days ago at Rockaway Beach kite festival, has my visa card tempted.

Well...not sure if I want you to purchase one over at the Kite shop....would rather you buy it from me. LOL But I know how the craving goes and if you are there, you can get some excellent hands on training and advice too. Say hello to Theresa for me. She's a great lady and an excellent Rev flyer.

As for which one to buy.... That is a very tough question and one that comes up more often than you realize. Here is a post that I put up on the Rev Forum that goes through all the different models. (with exception to the brand new "New York Minute" model that just came out this year.

http://www.revkites.com/forum/topic/814-which-rev-1-15-2-or-...

Read through that and if you have any other questions, let me know.

Got my first Rev today.. Definitely a good kite for me..

Did you fly it yet?