Slingshot RPM 1st views and pics

First impressions of the New Slingshot RPM, is it is looking like it is going to sit pretty squarely between the Rev and the Fuel, the leading edge is still fairly large like the Fuel giving the kite a good solid feel, the struts are very thin, (unlike the Fuel). This makes a joy with the one pump system as it is inflated in next to no time. The leading edge has lost all it's 5 rows of stitching, and has been blessed with what looks like some Kevlar reinforcements all the way along the leading edge. The bridle is one I have never seen before, and looks different but supported the leading edge and tips well. There has been lots of techie stuff written about different settings so I wont go on. The wing tips are large so I guess this baby is going to turn very fast, maybe more from the wing tip than from the center of the kite, so for all those powered up kite loopers will love it, if you don't want to get spanked by the fuel, as the RPM will clearly have more depower than the Fuel. The materials still feel great, typical slingshot quality materials, now I just can't wait for the wind to blow!







Features:

• Progressive ‘Delta’ shaped canopy: This provides great low end and makes the kite super stable in higher winds. The Delta canopy ensures easy re-launch [even for the novice rider], inflight stability, massive vertical boost, unsurpassed wind range & depower and superb up-wind ability
• One pump: Slingshot’s leading industry standard in single point inflation
• Compact bridle: provides in flight stability and eliminates the risk of tangle
• Tailpipe bridle belts: prevents lines from snagging
• Mark clothing reinforced trailing edge: reduces flutter and increases durability
• Ergonomic nipple placement: ensures less overall drag
• Slingshot legendary construction: bomber quality
• Lifetime rider hotline membership