Review Peter Lynn Swell V2 2016
« Return to search resultsRiding type: | Freeride/Wave |
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Year: | 2016 |
Brand: | Peter Lynn |
Size: | 04m, 05m, 06m, 07m, 08m, 09m, 10m, 12m |
Type: | SLE |
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Rider Profile
Wave orientated riders
Designers goals (manufacturer text)
With the Swell we wanted to make a wave and freeride kite that excels in all conditions, good or bad. The result is more than a wave specific kite with great low end power and great upwind drive. Its well-balanced 3 strut design and responsive handling also makes it an extremely fun freeride option, more than capable to handle kiteloops, big boosts and smooth landings.
By combining great stability with fast turning and smooth drift, the Swell delivers all the characteristics you need to focus on carving up the face and slashing the lip.
The Swell´s specially designed shape allows it to be flown at a higher angle of attack (powered up), and gives it superb low end power and an incredible high end range. By using a 3 point cascading bridle with a single low friction ring the Swell offers the best of two worlds; quick turning and a huge depower range.
Features
- Lively and responsive
The Swell’s 3-strut design and balanced medium Aspect Ratio results in a very lively and responsive kite. - Light and responsive bar pressure
The Swell’s bar pressure has been tuned with long sessions in mind. - Designed for maximum stability and slack line drift
Depowered the kite remains totally stable and responsive to steering input, a must for “down the line” wave slashing. - Exceptional windrange
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Details:
Riding type: | Freeride/Wave |
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Year: | 2016 |
Brand: | Peter Lynn |
Size: | 04m, 05m, 06m, 07m, 08m, 09m, 10m, 12m |
Type: | SLE |
One pump: | Yes |
Bridles: | Yes |
Number of struts: | 3 |
Colours: | Various |
Line length: | 21m or 24m |
Bar length: | 35cm - 45cm |
Bar: | 4 lines |
Depower: | Clamcleat |
Safety: | Push |
Swivel: | Yes |
Variable bar length: | No |
Oh shit handles: | No |
There are 3 reviews on this product:
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When I maked a jump or a kiteloop the kite sometimes surprised me with a unexpected boost.
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Like the old Swell, I really like the on-off switch of this kite, once you are on a wave you can switch it off and you can concentrate on the wave and the kite gently flows with you. If you need more power, just pull the bar a bit and off you go.
It seems that the V2 model has a bit more boost and is more allround then the previous model, without loosing the wave characteristics.
The new big inflation valve is easy to use and it makes it much easier and quicker to fill the kite with air. I also liked that they use a new sort of ring on the bridles, the old one could have some wear after using it a lot.
The kite is very very stable in the air. Last session was with gusty winds (18-35kn with a 9m) and the kite performed really well. I do a lot of downwinders and the Swell is performing perfectly going downwind. It just glides with you and reacts when you want to. I only had to relaunch the kite once, its easier then making breakfast..
If you're looking for a new (allround) wave kite, then consider this kite and put it on your shortlist for testing. For me, the new Swell works like a charm and truly is a little gem.
cheers
Rein
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