North Rebel 2014 vs Rebel 2015

Hi Guys,

Just in the process of moving to North Rebels this year and was wondering if anyone has an opinion or have tried the 2015 model compared to the 2014. I can get a 2014 cheaper than the new model, but don't want to miss any improvements they may have made.

I'm currently riding Naish Park, I enjoyed it, but I'm not sure is the kite for me long term. Have also riden a Cabrinha Switchblade 2013, and that's a lot closer to what I'm looking for... better upwind, solid jumping.

Any views to share ?

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kookaburrahz said..
quitting the ****ing hype machine starts with people like you.

Exactly why I'm asking...

I understand the "new model" marketing crap, but want to understand the differences (if any) before I decide... after all, if all kites where the same one year than the next, we would all still be riding 2 line Wipikas, wouldn't we ?

Thanks for sharing your view.

If it's just jumping high and going upwind you want then a race kite will beat everything else you've tried. North make a race kite try that too before you get the rebel. Airush make a really good race kite too.

The rebel will be a better all rounder.

Hi

I have flown the 2014 and 2015 rebel.

They fly almost identical. I would not be concerned about missing out on improvements.