Hi,
Iím a strong kiter trying to decide between fuel and turbo-diesel ñ Iím kiting in so Cal, so the turbo-diesel wind range (8-16 knots for 16) really appeals to me, but am concerned/confused by slinghshot's marketing of turbodiesel as a beginner/ school kite. would appreciate advice on what Iím really sacrificing by buying turbodiesel and on the general trade-off b/w it and fuel as well as any differences b/w turbodiesl and other bow kites (crossbow, shockwave...)
Thx
Mike
Fuel vs. Turbodiesel
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The range is always more than what they list too. The TD is a great kite, I think they have some things to iron out before it is perfect. The one pump alone is worth it! It isnt as stable a kite as some other bows but it makes up for it in speed,looks, mild bar pressure and the bar is nice. I had a xbow before and I would say it was a more solid kite but the bar pressure was insane and it didnt have the one pump. So basically if you know what you are doing and want a one kite quiver, this is it. 2 boards 1 kite.
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Keep in mind that just because it says school or beginner kite does not make it a bad kite nor does it mean you need to upgrade it. It is just to make sure newer people start with the right kite because they are more inclined to stay with the sport. I started with a high performace and it took a long time to learn to kite.
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