hey guys any review on the 2010 eclipse kites? Was the 2009 kites good?
they are alot better on the pocket yeh?

cheers
stevo

I've got the 09 Nano 7m which I'm using with a JN Switchcraft bar. I have also used the Cabrinha IDS bar, no problems. Set-up is fast and simple with 3 struts and 1-pump. Relaunch is a piece of p*ss; just pull on the rear line and up she goes. I've used it in 20-25kts (I'm 90kg) and it's a stable, fun kite with no bad manners. Handling is predictable and gusts are easily soaked up. Self-landing is also very easy. In the waves, she is a lot of fun, too. The kite just sits back and awaits your input whilst you are on the wave.

The cost of admission is easy on the pocket but there is a noticeable difference in the attention to detail compared to my 12m and 9m Cabs. Side by side, it is pretty much like parking a Hyundai next to a Lexus. Having said that, there's nothing wrong with this since a Hyundai doesn't cost anywhere near what a Lexus costs and it will still get you to where you need to go. Let's just say I wasn't going to blow $1500 plus on a small kite that I'd be using about a dozen times per season although, the resale price will probably be **.

Lastly, the dealer is a top notch bloke to deal with. Can't say enough about his service and communication. I'm not sponsored nor did I get any discounts. Cheers!

caveman said...

I've got the 09 Nano 7m which I'm using with a JN Switchcraft bar. I have also used the Cabrinha IDS bar, no problems. Set-up is fast and simple with 3 struts and 1-pump. Relaunch is a piece of p*ss; just pull on the rear line and up she goes. I've used it in 20-25kts (I'm 90kg) and it's a stable, fun kite with no bad manners. Handling is predictable and gusts are easily soaked up. Self-landing is also very easy. In the waves, she is a lot of fun, too. The kite just sits back and awaits your input whilst you are on the wave.

The cost of admission is easy on the pocket but there is a noticeable difference in the attention to detail compared to my 12m and 9m Cabs. Side by side, it is pretty much like parking a Hyundai next to a Lexus. Having said that, there's nothing wrong with this since a Hyundai doesn't cost anywhere near what a Lexus costs and it will still get you to where you need to go. Let's just say I wasn't going to blow $1500 plus on a small kite that I'd be using about a dozen times per season although, the resale price will probably be **.

Lastly, the dealer is a top notch bloke to deal with. Can't say enough about his service and communication. I'm not sponsored nor did I get any discounts. Cheers!

I concur!

I'd have to say though that I reckon it is more like a hotted up Corrolla with pinstripes and a spoiler at very least though. I love hatchbacks and loathe large V8s so no wonder I like this kite.

I'm really keen on reading a review on Thruster.

Also look for 08 Thruster tests.
only difference was Graphics and bar(which is now a proven dud).

Eclipse never paid Momi for the 09 designs. so he still has them.
Momi has re hooked up with Dimitri for Epic.
Dimitri's favourite kite was the Thruster.
So Guess where the 09 thruster designs(with a bit more time put into them) will pop up.

No prizes, too easy to answer.