[bryanleighty]

Folks out at Lassing on Sunday and Skyway on Monday got a first hand education on old vs new equipment. Guy named Chris from Tampa riding the 2003 Naish Boxer on a directional TT board was boosting 50% higher and smoother than anyone else on the water. Was a pretty good smack to the senses that us pondering over the miniscual differences of 2008 kites means nothing compared to finding a kite that fits your style and comfort level.

Most of the new kites I have demo'ed as of late all have that familiar Waroo-style feel. That is why I can see myself transitioning to any of the ones I have had out on the water except for the 2007 Yarga hybrid.. it was too much of a C kite feel.. sloooow and grunty.. not my style at all.

But damn.. to see someone still going off on 2003 equipment is pretty cool. From what I heard (from another on the beach) is that he worked for Naish and helped develop the bar system he rides (center line seperate from the front lines.. looks kinda odd)..

Cool guy and great rider...definitely had the beach cheering on Monday evening when he took his kite out in 30+ as the sun was setting..