Traveller Posted May 20, 2004 Report Share Posted May 20, 2004 Looks like I'm, er, dominating the forum @ the moment... (it's a lonely, lonely place right now, sniff... ) Last Q for the time being - I got "standard" steel handles with my 1.5 & SS & indoor handles with my SUL. Are there any other Rev handle-types? The reason I ask is that I read somewhere that there are suposedly SUL-specific handles, but I can't find any pics on the net (for that matter, handles are rarely pictured). My indoors are incredibly long(!) + carbon-wrapped. There's no chance of them breaking when used with an SUL @the max wind range, is there...? Thx once more, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny Lingenfelter Posted May 20, 2004 Report Share Posted May 20, 2004 I wish I knew the answer to that. So far the indoor have worked fine. That's pretty good, cause we have to have something "Penny proof" around here or it just doesn't make it. The Super Blast handles are longer, then the indoor, then the SUL's, then Rev. I, and last Rev II. If they have something else I haven't needed it. BB Penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Paul Posted May 21, 2004 Report Share Posted May 21, 2004 There are others. As far as I know, they make the following: Rev 2 (smallest - throw is about 9") Standard (throw is about 10") Extended or UL (about 12") Then they have the graphite-wrapped handles which, I think, come in 12", 13.5", and 15" lengths. And of course, the indoor handles you have. You can always make a pair. I'm not the "handy" type at all, but I made a pair with a throw of about 14". They cost about $25 (half shipping ), and took less than two hours to make. I've been using them pretty much exclusively for the past seven months and love them. They're much more responsive than my extended Rev handles. Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTKiter Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 Hi Trav, I've personally got 4 sets of Rev handles. The "regular ones" that came with my Rev 1.5, the "extended" ones that came with my 1.5SUL, the reinforced extended ones for my Blast and the ones that Rev called 15" handles. When I bought a SUL frame for my Rev I, Lolly Hadzicki of Revolution suggested that I get those extended handles. I'm really glad I did since they're needed when I fly the Rev I in very low winds with the SUL frame. Somewhere I've seen a picture with all the handles laid out. If I can just find it, I'll post it. Later, Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveller Posted May 22, 2004 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 ... the "extended" ones that came with my 1.5SUL ... Somewhere I've seen a picture with all the handles laid out. If I can just find it, I'll post it. Thx for the info, Doug Yeah, I though there was a difference between indoor & extended-outdoor handles! What's the ext. made out of (also steel like the std, or is it mixed with carbon-wrap...?) I'd love to see that pic if you come across it please P.S. This might be the time to point out that while Rev-Tech is only improving, their website is seriously out of date, not to mention could support a lot more info on their products... sniff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Barresi Posted May 22, 2004 Report Share Posted May 22, 2004 I agree, their web site is seriously behind... It is run by renowned Rev pilot Ron Despojado, and it seems he may not be working with the site full time... Instead, it seems like it's just on line so there is some basic web presence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kite.flyer Posted May 23, 2004 Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 I think I found the picture Doug was looking for. It's not referenced on the Gone With The Wind site, but I found it awhile back kept the address. The url is: http://www.gwtw-kites.com/revhandles/page1.asp The 15" Rev I SUL handles are about 13.5" point to point, are made using the steel or aluminum tubing but are not in the photo. I use the standard 1.5 handles for the Rev 2, the SUL extended handles for my 1.5's and the Rev 1. I haven't tried the 15" handles yet. The Rev 2 handles with the mushy foam serve mostly as paperweights. I keep the EXP handles (with the mushy foam) in the EXP bag for teaching purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveller Posted May 23, 2004 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 I think I found the picture Doug was looking for. ... The 15" Rev I SUL handles are about 13.5".... Wow, that's perfect - thx for the link Like I mentioned above, I thought it was odd that I got a pair of indoors with my 1.5 SUL - but in the meantime, I've got used to them. Note that the indoor handles are straighter than he rest (~160deg), with the std being around 145deg. Wonder how much of an effect the angle has... Rev I SUL handles...? Darn, that's a lot of handles, lol! Can they all be that radically different? @ $30-45 a pair, that could turn into an expensive collection... Thx again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTKiter Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 That was the pic, Marty. Thanks for finding it. I looked through a lot of forums thinking that's where I saw it, for naught. You're the man! Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny Lingenfelter Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 Hey, exp handles had mushy foam, but my rev II handles had firm foam. What gives? Bb Penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Paul Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 My Rev 2 handles also have the mushy foam - they're just awful. Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny Lingenfelter Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 ewwww I don't like mushy foam. <_< Wonder when they started that. BB Penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Barresi Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 Yeah, especially after a year or two of sweaty flying... ICK! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windofchange Posted May 28, 2004 Report Share Posted May 28, 2004 Hold on to your handles....there is now a new rev handle out. My Power Blast 4-8 came in and it has 3/4" aluminum wrapped carbon handles with firm grips. Lengh is about 15-20 inches long and has two bends in it. I will try to get some pictures of the handles and the kite as soon as I stop having so much fun flying the thang! BTW, I was out on the 4-8 blast in 4-7 mph winds and was running away from my buddy who was flying his 5 meter Jojo. He was quite impressed. Happy Winds! Kent www.awindofchange.com customerservice@awindofchange.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windofchange Posted May 31, 2004 Report Share Posted May 31, 2004 Ok. The wind stopped blowing for a while so I got a picture of the handles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveller Posted June 1, 2004 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2004 ... I got a picture of the handles. Damn, those are huuuuge - but to be expected I guess with such a powerful kite I can't imagine the bigger Blasts are even remotely comparible to their cousins the 1.5s & such - must be a totally different feeling. Do you uh, float your blast 4-8 often... ROFL! Thx for the pic, Kent! - but alu-wrapped carbon handles...? You certain 'bout that? cu, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 Me, why I like my handles long and my foam firm I tend to use the extended handles, a set I've had for years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windofchange Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 Yup, if you pull the end cap off you can see the aluminum - pretty thick piece too. The handles are pretty comfy but you have to hold on to them very low on the handle, not like any other rev I have ever flown before. For floating....you really can float this baby easy. Just drop the brakes out and the power is gone! Little tug on the upper lines and it is like flying a frisbee. Pull the brakes in and you better be dug in pretty good. Really is an awesome kite to fly. Found it is easier to control while in the buggy tho - once you get your buggy up to the speed of the kite just park it and when you want the turbo to kick in, bring in the brake lines a little more. If you have had enough, drop the brake lines out and relax - instant depower. If you get the chance to fly one of these things be sure not to pass on it.-----I think my arms have stretched a couple inches...have to take some measurements next time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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