KiteAdiction in Perth is already testing them:
www.instagram.com/p/DVBWMgegfGF/www.instagram.com/p/DU-tmpIgZGD/www.instagram.com/p/DU8GOKKgVpL/?Dmitry Evsev in Mauritius:
My First-Time Impressions of the PT Hybrid 4.3 by Triple Seven
Like:
- Very smooth, comfortable power: it feels like holding an inflatable kite, not a parawing
- Incredible gust resistance: when the wind picks up sharply, the loop slides along the harness hook and the angle of attack changes, instantly and smoothly shedding excess power
- Lightweight and compact canopy thanks to the use of lightweight fabric, despite the double skin on the leading edge
Dislike:
- The bag is too simple: I'd like more functionality, so I could take it on the water as a backpack
Conclusion:
I don't know if anyone has made hybrids parawing before, but this was my first time trying this technology. I was worried that the double skin on the leading edge would make it more difficult to fold, but I had no problems. Method 4A's gave me 100% redeployment. It goes well upwind, but I didn't feel any particularly wide upwind angles. But it's a pleasure to ride! You lean back in the harness and your arms feel completely relaxed. You can ride upwind like a kite foil: for hours without getting tired. I'm impressed! I highly recommend giving it a try.
My today's 1h sesh with PT Hybrid 4.3 and AFS Silk 650 at Manawa:
connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/21853550597Full version (unedited files) of my today's riding:
