I think you guys are exaggerating a little, c'mon, it's only 1500 for a 9m and only 1840 for a 16m.
http://www.mackiteboarding.com/cgi-b...ey=D5KTNSHHX08
I know other brands that are about the same or more that are average kites at best.
Seems like a great price to look up to date, to me.