Rider: 55kg, Level: Advanced
Style: Wake, Freestyle
Weather: 15-20 knots
Disclosure: Airush team rider
Had the pleasure of giving this beauty a go yesterday.
The write up: The Diamond Kite features a refined profile and balanced configuration that appeals to a broad level of users, from performance freestyle and wave riding while still being stable and user friendly enough for intermediate riders. The unique shape is light on the bar, with a short bar throw that even the lightest of riders can easily get the kite to the edge of the window in stronger conditions. The Diamond Series kite features Technoforce D2 by Teijin in conjunction with the Poly Load Frame giving any female rider an insanely durable kite that will last them season after season.
// Dedicated Female Specific 4 Line Performance Hybrid C Kite
// Light Bar Pressure
// Reduced Bar throw with Same depower range
// Easy Upwind Performance
// Polyester Load Frame Technology
// Double Rip Stop Technoforce D2 by Teijin Canopy
// New Oversized SPS valve (Single Point Inflation System)
// All New One Pump System
My Comments:
First things first, the new oversized single point inflation system is a winner: 5 pumps and shes up.
Im currently 8 weeks post op broken leg so i was taking it easy what i got from it straight away was the stability and control, she parks so well during tricks and the lighter bar pressure in comparison to the Razor is definitely noticeable. Also for anyone with shorter arms the reduced bar throw is a great touch. It has the same double rip stop technoforce as the razors which makes repairs a dream.
Short and sweat: I loved it i think its a great user friendly cross over kite especially for people who love the razors but would like something a tiny bit lighter and with only four lines. I haven't tried it in the waves yet but iv herd its a dream.
It has been designed as a female specific but i wouldn't let that turn you guys off giving it a go I gave my friend a lesson on it yesterday and he was loving it. I would recommend it for begginer to advanced its such a great all rounder.
Im usually down at Woodmans Point (WA) I currently have the 2015 9m Diamond and 7m Airush Razor with me, if you would like to give either a go just give me a shout at the beach or send me a message.
Cheers
Fabienne
What is the difference between a girls kite and a boys kite , besides the graffics?
Select to expand quotejeff2 said..
What is the difference between a girls kite and a boys kite , besides the graffics?
The diamond is designed to have a shorter bar throw so less reach for the bar and light bar pressure.
Select to expand quoteAuswind said..jeff2 said..
What is the difference between a girls kite and a boys kite , besides the graffics?
The diamond is designed to have a shorter bar throw so less reach for the bar and light bar pressure.
Diamond looks like a good kite, is there a "mens" version?
The Varial X is the hybrid C kite which would be the men's equivalent (2015 model is more forgiving than 2014)
Then there is the full C 5 line razor which really isn't as scary as some people make out.
Select to expand quoteEaglelad said..
The Varial X is the hybrid C kite which would be the men's equivalent (2015 model is more forgiving than 2014)
Then there is the full C 5 line razor which really isn't as scary as some people make out.
Totally agree with that Eaglelad worth giving the Razor a try if you are looking for freestyle performance.
question was more that this years varial x has been "dialed back" in my view ( i own the 2014) the diamond seems to have moved more aggressive than last years VX, will give the razor a crack.
