The Slingshot RPM is the original “Open C” kite that started it all. It evolved to become the kite that took Youri Zoon to a world title. It has become a riders favorite throughout the world in just a few short years. Building on it’s dramatic success of the Open-C canopy and Slingshot’s patented Split Strut technology, the RPM pushes kite design to a whole new level. Inspired by Youri’s world dominating performance on the tour, we modified the wing tip attachment points to optimize kite performance and deliver complete tuning customization. These additional features and the new 7m allows complete versatility in all conditions and all riding styles. The 2012 RPM sets the standards of durability and stability while maintaining it’s legendary flying characteristics and aggressive look.
Slingshot RPM (2012)
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2012 RPM (9M)
Guys
The RPM is one of these amazing kites, that has built a very loyal following.
There is a whole armada of me too RPM\'s out there. Park,Switch ELement, LF, Drifter.
I had a 2011 and I swear the 2012 has more power for size, but has not lost the can do anything attitude.
I fly RPM.s when it blows over 18 and Lithium\'s for light wind. Very different kites but make a amazing quiver. I would not go with RPM\'s over 12 unless you are a superheavy guy.
Get the original (PS I pay for my gear)
Basically C type performance with Delta depower. A little lite less on the low end but makes it up with supreme track-ability. You can make your own apparent wind if needed.
Almost C Kiteloops, better than C unhooked.
What more do you need.
Its a great Wavekite too, and built bombproof.
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2012 Slingshot RPM
2012 Slingshot RPM is very similar to the 2011 the bar is the same new bar with different bar and line length for the different sized kites. The graphics are completely different on bag and kite. On the water the RPM is a true performance kite great for powered tricks and big airs. Kite looping is very quick and the kite is VERY responsive. It is also great for unhooking and with the self righting chicken loop on the new slingshot bar it makes getting back into the look that much easier. The down sides are the kite is very quick in the air so maybe not the easiest for a beginner. Also, the consistent pull is tough if you're brand new and not real comfortable using your edge to control kite power. In almost all cases a kite's positives are also its negatives depending on the rider. We have all sizes and most colors in stock of the 2012 RPMs here: http://www.xlkites.com/2012-slingshot-p-1380.html.
There is also a video review of the kite on that same link.
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