The stormchaser - a kite designed for 40 knots by Flexifoil
The Stormchaser from Flexifoil
How do you build a kite for 40 knot conditions? Flexifoil say they took the same basic shape from their ION 5m, modified the airfoil, outline, materials used, strut layout and the bridles. Which resulted in a kite that's completely different from the ION 5m. Because Flexifoil didn't have to worry about weight with this kite - it's also got a ton of other features, like 3 deflate valves, battens, tons of dacron in the wingtips for strength, and a 110 micron bladder.
They say it's totally safe to mega-loop in 40 knots with it, in fact - that's what they designed it for. Time will tell if the face of their brand, Aaron Hadlow chooses to use the Stormchaser or his own signature Hadlow Pro 5.5m.
It's not a kite for everyone, and certainly not for the poor kitesurfers in South east QLD who think 20 knots is cranking.... But if you want to scare yourself silly - grab one of these and then wait for the next cyclone to come your way.
