The kite loops were direct and had no problems getting the kite back above me for some nice soft landings. When the wind came in a bit I tested its looping potential. I did not get to test its top end but from all reports it is good. I was not powered enough at this point for any type of tricks but still held my ground when others on larger kites (11-13) were struggling. I was flying the kite at the bottom end of its wind range but had no trouble staying up wind even on my twin tip in the lightest part of the session (15knots). After failing to relaunch my kite fast enough in solid 6ft surf last week, resulting in some unwanted kite carnage, a massive drift through the impact zone, and heaps of sh1t from my so called mates, relaunch has become more important to me now! They fly nice and fast when set for the surf but can be slowed right down for the unhooked stuff.Īlthough I was unable to drop the kite, when I put it in the water relaunch was easy and fast. I changed mid session whilst swapping from twin tip to surfboard without any hassles (like everyone else I hadn't even looked at any sort of manual). Changing from one setting to another is really simple and takes no time at all. They are extremely easy to fly and the choice of settings take it from a freestyle/wakestyle machine sitting deep in the window to a responsive surf kite that sits further forward and is happy to drift directly downwind. They have taken great care in the design and finish and I reckon these kites would easily cope with any punishment I was to dish out. The build quality of the kites is exceptional. I hadn't really looked at them before and was pleasantly surprised at what they had to offer. I must say that I was extremely impressed with the wainmans. ![]() I have no association with the brand or shop but would like to thank Alex at Stonker in Torquay for generously lending me his personal kite after I destroyed mine. I usually ride the 2008 9m north rebel and weigh in at around 85-90kg. I rode both flatwater (twintip) and small shoulder high waves (unstrapped surfboard). The convex bubble placed on the center of the board provides a soft and effortless landings.Ĭhannel profile along the entire top of board assists in putting feet in straps and carrying the board .ĭeep continuous in the center and flat continuous on the rails.Īll new construction (wood/PVC airex foam) to ensure maximum durability and performance.Just had 2 sessions on the Wainman 9m in 15-20 knots at Pt Danger in Torquay. ![]() This is the one and only board I would travel with." It works great with and without fins, its awesome on the obstacles and it has an insane amount of pop. Niccolo Porcella, WH Pro Rider on the new Joke PRO: "The thing I love the most about the JOKE PRO is the fact that it works nearly perfect for both kiteboarding or wakeboarding behind the cable. This board is for the hard-core and dedicated wakestyle charger in the flats or hitting the sliders. With a super durable construction, the board has a higher rocker line than the JOKE for optimal load/pop and reflex. This provides soft and effortless landings allowing you to continue riding even after awkward positioning during landing. Similarly, the board has the same ‘3D’ bottom shape that is the signature of the JOKE, with a convex bubble placed on the center of the board. The JOKE PRO board has a more dynamic flex pattern thank the JOKE that is required for cable park performance. The board was designed for the wakestyle connoisseur that needs to get his/her fix when there is not enough wind for training. The all-new JOKE PRO board is hybrid board that excels with a kite and at the cable park, with all the advantages of the popular and award-winning JOKE.
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