Globerider Sonic's??
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Anyone out there besides Evan (live2kite) flying the Globerider Sonics?
After spending 4 months reading reviews, etc on the kiteboarder forum (UK forum), I decided to bite the bullet and buy one.
First session that I had was at Doran Beach/Bodega with the 11m Sonic on Tuesday the 3rd.
All I can say is that I've never been happier to spend that kind of $$ on a play-toy.
Despite some posts that i've read, there was no "learning curve" with this kite. I felt comfortable on the first reach. Boosting higher than I ever have before - without even trying. And the float down from the jump was amazing - great hangtime.
Very curious to see how the 14m Sonic performs.
I got mine from Evan/Vangelis at Live2Kite. First time buying there and I only have good things to say about the experience (bought an Undergroung FLX 132 which I am really happy about, as well). Evan is a cool guy.
That's that.............thought I would give a quick review on this kite. :)
- Mark
After spending 4 months reading reviews, etc on the kiteboarder forum (UK forum), I decided to bite the bullet and buy one.
First session that I had was at Doran Beach/Bodega with the 11m Sonic on Tuesday the 3rd.
All I can say is that I've never been happier to spend that kind of $$ on a play-toy.
Despite some posts that i've read, there was no "learning curve" with this kite. I felt comfortable on the first reach. Boosting higher than I ever have before - without even trying. And the float down from the jump was amazing - great hangtime.
Very curious to see how the 14m Sonic performs.
I got mine from Evan/Vangelis at Live2Kite. First time buying there and I only have good things to say about the experience (bought an Undergroung FLX 132 which I am really happy about, as well). Evan is a cool guy.
That's that.............thought I would give a quick review on this kite. :)
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I was riding the 2004/2005 RRD Type 6 9m, 12m,15m and a Gaastra GXR 19.5.
Already sold my 12m, and am currently trying to sell my 9m (anyone??) since the Sonic 11m takes care of it range-wise.
I have yet to check the low-end range of this kite, but I am going to Los Barilles on the 18th so I will get a chance. I'll let you know.
- Mark
Already sold my 12m, and am currently trying to sell my 9m (anyone??) since the Sonic 11m takes care of it range-wise.
I have yet to check the low-end range of this kite, but I am going to Los Barilles on the 18th so I will get a chance. I'll let you know.
- Mark
Broken,
how much do you weigh?
I weigh 195lbs and would love to find a single kite that covers the same range as my current 10 and 12m kites. I would also love to find a bow like kite that has the same jumping (pop, height) characteristics of a med/high aspect C kite.
I will look forward to hearing more about the low end of the 11m GK vs. your 12m RRD.
cheers
how much do you weigh?
I weigh 195lbs and would love to find a single kite that covers the same range as my current 10 and 12m kites. I would also love to find a bow like kite that has the same jumping (pop, height) characteristics of a med/high aspect C kite.
I will look forward to hearing more about the low end of the 11m GK vs. your 12m RRD.
cheers
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I weigh about 170-175.
The Sonic 11m absolutely replaces my 12m. Already sold the 12m Type 6. 9m RRD currently for sale.
I am waiting to sell the 15m RRD........that is probably too much of a stretch for me.
I'll let you know about the low-end when I get back.
And yes, the FLX 132 is a killer stick.
- Mark
The Sonic 11m absolutely replaces my 12m. Already sold the 12m Type 6. 9m RRD currently for sale.
I am waiting to sell the 15m RRD........that is probably too much of a stretch for me.
I'll let you know about the low-end when I get back.
And yes, the FLX 132 is a killer stick.
- Mark
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I've heard nothing but good things about those Sonics too. Best design from those guys yet.
That said, I was never a huge fan of the Type-6 (especially the 15). My ZH-16 is far superior in every way. However, since I have a few friends riding the Type-7 now, I should point out that they are extremely versatile as well and seem to boost pretty darn well for a freestyle design. Plus, they can be ridden with the total de-power bar for safety if you so choose.
I just wanted to be sure that Dewey remained sufficiently confused. (Hey, now that I think about it, you are a pretty large fellow Mr. Dew-- why don't you just break down and get the HiR?) :mrgreen: Evan's got those too!
That said, I was never a huge fan of the Type-6 (especially the 15). My ZH-16 is far superior in every way. However, since I have a few friends riding the Type-7 now, I should point out that they are extremely versatile as well and seem to boost pretty darn well for a freestyle design. Plus, they can be ridden with the total de-power bar for safety if you so choose.
I just wanted to be sure that Dewey remained sufficiently confused. (Hey, now that I think about it, you are a pretty large fellow Mr. Dew-- why don't you just break down and get the HiR?) :mrgreen: Evan's got those too!
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Dave I love to boost, but I want to expand my horizons. That's why I'm looking at different kites. Ollie said that the type 7's boost almost as well as the Outrage. Still thinking about it......fearlu wrote:I've heard nothing but good things about those Sonics too. Best design from those guys yet.
That said, I was never a huge fan of the Type-6 (especially the 15). My ZH-16 is far superior in every way. However, since I have a few friends riding the Type-7 now, I should point out that they are extremely versatile as well and seem to boost pretty darn well for a freestyle design. Plus, they can be ridden with the total de-power bar for safety if you so choose.
I just wanted to be sure that Dewey remained sufficiently confused. (Hey, now that I think about it, you are a pretty large fellow Mr. Dew-- why don't you just break down and get the HiR?) :mrgreen: Evan's got those too!
Dewey
i had the 11 sonic boosting sick air in tahoe a few months back, huge gusts.
I really would like to here about the 14 sonic.
the ww rap2 is a decent airtime kite also. let's face it, get above 13/14 and air is less doable on any kite, but the ww 16.5 so far beats my old buckets....need to try the new nemi's to confirm a new era though)
I really would like to here about the 14 sonic.
the ww rap2 is a decent airtime kite also. let's face it, get above 13/14 and air is less doable on any kite, but the ww 16.5 so far beats my old buckets....need to try the new nemi's to confirm a new era though)
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