rev or t2

kitesurf3 · Since 24 Aug 2007 9 Posts New Member

after the demos whats on top rev or t2 and is the rev 5 line?

Pepi · Fri Aug 24, 07 9:03 pm

First off, the REV is a 4 line SLE bridle kite( no pulleys on the bar).

The two kites are hard to really compare in an apples to apples comparison.

The T2 is a BOW kite(w/pulleys on the bar) that has a performance range suited best for kiters that want a super stable kite with smooth on/off power and quick(but not super fast) turning performance. The super smooth on/off power is really helpful for both advancing kiters and for wave/swell riders that want a well behaved kite. When turning the kite in transitions, it will not pull super hard, which makes it great for developing kiters and those wanting a kite for wave/swell riding.

The REV is an SLE kite that has a higher performance characteristic that works towards fitting the needs of those die-hard (Fuel) c-kiters and SLE kiters wanting more power and aggressiveness in their kites performance.
The bar pressure is fairly light, allowing for unhooked riding/maneuvers and less strain on the forearms for those looking for a lighter feeling kite.
The power in the turn is much more aggressive with the REV, much faster and more powerfully than the T2.
I was personally amazed at how light and quick the REV felt, even in the 15m2 size. Definitely sweet for those of us that have to ride the bigger kites due to being heavier or having to kite in lighter wind conditions.

Let's hear some other opinions. There were definitely a lot of kiters who had a chance to session the REVs yesterday.
My opinions come based on my primary kiting background being a Fuel and T2 user.

Pepi

kitesurf3 · Since 24 Aug 2007 9 Posts New Member

thanks for the help