hey hey, ive been kiting for pretty long now and im really considering getting into buggying

ive done some research and i've been recomended a 'wind dragon' buggy but the price was a tad high

i need something that would suit me for learning and would also be suitable for more advanced buggying when i get the hang of it (hopefully i will!) later on. im looking to spend £300/£400 maximum (do i need to spend more for a decent buggy though?)

anyone have any ideas and advice?
would be really appreciated :D

i would mainly be using it on grass with a 5.5 bullet,
would it be worth getting a second hand buggy or best to buy new?

thanks

A Peter Lynn or Flexifoil with standard wheels should be in your price range, but I know pricing is sometimes quite diffrerent in the UK.

Used is fine, too if you know that it's in good shape and not bent. Bearings are easy to replace if they are old and creaky.

I have both a Flexi wide axle and Peter Lynn Comp XR+. They are both sturdy and relaible. The wide axle is my heavier cruising machine and the PL is my little sports bug for freestyle. If it matters, the PL is easier to pop the back axle off with no tools to fit in the car for transport.

wicked, thanks

ive had a look round the internet and a few shops, im thinking the peter lynn competition XR would be my best bet

isnt too expensive here either

thanks! :D

If you are choosing between the two, the general consensus seems to be that the Flexi is the more sturdy of the two and will last you longer...

Yes the Flexi is very sturdy and well made like all Flexifoil products, but remember the new PL bugs that are shipping are the Comp XR + and the Bigfoot +. The tubing is much thicker and the back axle bolts at 20mm are massive. Bend those and I'd hate to see what your spine looks like! Put the Comp XR+ next to a "Standard" just a couple of years old and the diffrerence is readily apparent and remarkable.

hmm yeah i see where your coming from
i think im fairly confident about the comp XR+ but I will bare the flexi in mind

i'll aim at getting down to the local(ish) kite shop in the week and have a sit in each, see which im most comfortable in and take it from their

Depending on your build, the Flexi will have more room for a harness. I'm 195 lbs or 14 stone as you guys say, and with a size large waist-seat harness, it's a tight fit in ghe PL seat, but it works. My flexo on the other hand has tons 'o room.
If you buggy in a place where you are frequently compelled to make long upwind runs, you will sooner or later get a harness, so when you go to the shop, see if you can try the bugs for fit with one.

ah I hadn't thought of that!
well im only 11stone (arround that anyway) so i think i will be ok

I have a radsail harness ive been using for recreational flying but it is pretty cheap and i guess i wll need to get hold of a decent harness soon enough, or etleast a new spreader bar for the time being

ive been away for the weekend but i should be able to get up to the shop tomorrow and have a look at the buggies

wooooo!!
got it, i went for the flexi in the end
seeing them in the flesh really helped!

cant wait to get out and try it now :D :D :D :D

I've got a Flexi with wide tires that I picked up used, and have absolutely loved it. You'll be zooming down the beach/field in no time with a grin big enough to make others have to wear sun glasses! I'm still learnin... but once bitten by the buggy bug, it's an addiction you just can't get enough of.

:D awesome
I built mine today but seeming as i only have one kite (5.5 bullet) and the wind is gusting like mad, im gunna have to wait until tomorrow to try it

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Originally posted by stiffy :D awesome I built mine today but seeming as i only have one kite (5.5 bullet) and the wind is gusting like mad, im gunna have to wait until tomorrow to try it

Short lines! will do it............aj

Ahhhh...I am too late, I was going to sugest to get a decent pricier buggy secondhand, there are often loads for sale on the flexi forum, but seeing as you have bought a Flexi buggy you seem sorted, personnaly I find the Flexi buggy one of the most uncomfortable buggies out there, and get terrible back ache whenever I have used one, but there are 1000s of others out there who luv em.....On Flexi there is a meets section where you will find out where all your local flyers hang out, it would be a good idea to get in with them as you will be able to try out other kites and buggies, most kiters are extreamly friendly people.

Good luck with your new buggy

Carl

hey carl, i guess that would have been the better option really
I think i will probably go down that route if i ever want/need to upgrade to a different buggy
ebay seems rubbish for buggies and postage is rediculous but i will hav a car soon :D

i took my buggy out on thursday, really overpowered but i maaged to get a few good runs in, however the stupid council have put the goal posts back in so space is limited, after about an hour of killing myself i had to leave due to all the football teams taking over the fields
today looks hopeful so i'll be trying again

I too am beginning to look for an affordable beginner's buggy. Have any of you had an opportunity to try the German-made RS buggies? With decent reviews, and a compelling price tag of £200, I'm interested to know what you think.

Thanks.

theres a few different buggies here to give you some ideas, click the photo to link the site

http://pic7.piczo.com/Popeyethewelder/?g=42982250&cr=7