Probably the most used kites are the ones that can be used at any discipline. Call them what ever you like; crossover, hybrid or a One quiver kite. Those kites are getting more and more populair. The reason is clear. Who doesn’t want a do-it-all kite? Yes there are still a few people who still want kites without bridles or a dedicated wave kite. But they seem to become a minority. And most of us won’t have set backs by such a do-it-all kites. The 2019 Eleveight RS, Naish Dash, F-one Bandit V12 and the Duotone Dice should fit the description of a do-it-all kite more or less. All of them should be suited -on paper- for a wide variety of kiting styles. Either on a twintip freeriding, freestyle and even on a wave board. And yes they have a lot in common, but they are certainly not the same. Some exactly met the expectations and some don’t.
| 2019 9m's | Price € | Ripstop | battens | kg | Pro | Con |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-one Bandit | 1335 | Double | 2 | 2.9 | Direct feel Easy | high bar pressure, slower |
| Naish Dash | 1349 | Quadruple | 0 | 3.0 | Smooth+ predictable. Best for wave riders | Trailing edge canopy shaking |
| Eleveight RS | 1149 | Quadruple | 4 | n.a. | Longest/easiest jumps | Least alive Difficult kite loops |
| Duotone Dice | 1379 | Triple/double combination | 6 | 3.1 | Stable power build up | Low bar pressure Least favorite wave riders |
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