I never knew Flysurfer did LEIs too ! :o :D

https://vimeo.com/69308014

Tim

(Sorry, just noticed someone put it up not too long ago. I'll leave this for the sake of the vid.)

Great promo video. I'm not an LEI flier but when they talk about their trailing edge bridle, is that an innovation? I'm assuming most other LEIs don't have a TE bridle? Seems like one way to distinguish their product in a saturated market.

It wouldn't be a Flysurfer without too many bridles would it !! :D :p

I don't know the answer I'm afraid. I don't have experience with Flysurders, or LEIs !!

first time ive seen a video!

OI kite companies!! get rid of the pretty euro flock-o-seagulls pretty boys and get youself some Heavy Metal!

*hic*

First HQ and now these guys? I don't know why foil kite manufacturers are suddenly adding LEI's into their lineup. Are there any major advantages of LEI's over foils to justify these new announcements?

Quote: Originally posted by Sier_Pinski

First HQ and now these guys? I don't know why foil kite manufacturers are suddenly adding LEI's into their lineup. Are there any major advantages of LEI's over foils to justify these new announcements?

Just increases their potential customer base ! More influence in the surfing market.

Quote: Originally posted by Sier_Pinski

Are there any major advantages of LEI's over foils to justify these new announcements?

Faster turning speed, a more stable / gust resistant canopy, more depower range, simple bridle...

I'm not a fan of them and way prefer the ease of setting up and packing down a foil but LEIs do have some advantages for sure.

Ozone added the Instinct in 2006.. I think they sell quite a few LEI's now. That's a bunch of cash they wouldn't have if they only made foils.

I wonder how the sales of Ozone LEI's compare to the foils.

And another + for LEI's.... they float for more then 5min