Review Liquid Force Envy 2014
« Return to search resultsRiding type: | Freeride/Allround |
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Year: | 2014 |
Brand: | Liquid Force |
Size: | 05m, 06m, 07m, 08m, 09m, 10.5m, 12m, 13.5m, 15m |
Type: | SLE |
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Kite
Allround 3 strut kite
Designers goals
Loaded wit new features for 2014, the fith generation lightweight envy offers outstanding stability, drift and do it all respons. New for 2014, the Envy features Synergy Struts fused with an ultra-strong Techno Force T9600 canopy, re-engineered swept wingtips and pulley free bridles that creates a direct feel and elimites bridle tangles. The result? Optimized safety, enhanced auto relaunch, plus smooth, predictable power delivery, increased high-end wind range and extra rigidity for fast respons, pivotal turning, direct feel and superior downwind drift. Like all other Liquid Force kites, the three-strut Envy features our durable bombproof construction, lightning-fast Max Flow inflation system and the super safe CPR Control System. Excelling in everthing from gusty storm winds out in surf to thermal breeze in a prestine lagoon, the 2014 Envy offers ultra stable flight and smooth, powerful response for guaranteed good times.
Wind range
Movie bar
Movie kite
Details:
Riding type: | Freeride/Allround |
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Year: | 2014 |
Brand: | Liquid Force |
Size: | 05m, 06m, 07m, 08m, 09m, 10.5m, 12m, 13.5m, 15m |
Type: | SLE |
One pump: | Yes |
Bridles: | Yes |
Number of struts: | 3 |
Colours: | Various |
Line length: | 20m-23m |
Bar length: | 45cm-50cm-55cm |
Bar: | 4 lines |
Depower: | Clamcleat |
Safety: | Push |
Swivel: | Yes |
Variable bar length: | No |
Oh shit handles: | No |
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Liquid Force enlisted the help of a team of material experts to test the breaking strength of all the canopy materials available. They found some pretty surprising results and ended up on a canopy material that is built to last a very long time.
The new Envy retains the stability and easy-of-use characteristics that define this kite. The new changes: (canopy material, split strut, compact bridle and a direct connection on the trailing edge) make the Envy feel lighter and more responsive than previous years. The heaps of advanced wave and wakestyle riders that swear by the Envy are going to love it even more and the beginners will have confidence in buying a kite that they are not going to grow out of.
The new Max Flow pump and Liquid Force Kite bag are nicely improved as well. The pump is some sort of magic pump that allows you to need the same amount of downward force on your first pump as it does on your last pump. This is really helpful for lighter riders that struggle with getting their kites to the proper inflation.
What we don't like:
Even with the improved kite turning speed and light feel, the Envy isn't as fast as the NRG! It's far from slow but if you're looking for a true speedster - make sure you try out the NRG!
The 2014 Envy does not have the "auto" relaunch that years past have had. All beginners that tested the Envy had no issue with relaunch, but we felt it was important to report on the change.
Why you want the 2014 Liquid Force Envy:
The Envy is a spectacular kite for the beginner, the wakestyler and the kite surfer. If that's you, you're going to love the new feel and performance of the Envy. People that hated the Envy now love it. People that loved it, now love it even more!
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