LeighB Posted May 19, 2006 Report Posted May 19, 2006 Heya guys, I currently have a Rev 1.5sle now but when I move to the states in June I plan to get a rev 1, Can you explain to me how the different leading edge rods make a difference to the handling of the kite (SLE vs Standard 2 or 4 wrap frame) and also which standard wrap frame would be better? Thanks, Leigh Quote
Steve Posted May 19, 2006 Report Posted May 19, 2006 Hi Welcome to the forum. The 1.5 SLE leading edge is very big and heavy. It is very stiff as well. I put the EXP leading edge in my 1.5 and found the kite to be more flexable and seems to handle more gracefully. I can fly in most winds, but the bigest advantage to the smaller leading edge is flying in lighter winds. The Two wrap frame should only be used for very light wind, like 0 to 5mph. needless to say it is very fragile. I keep my SLE leading edge around for heavy winds and will use it on my vented 1.5 if needed. I don't like wind above about 8 or 10. Hope this helps Steve Quote
monkey Posted May 22, 2006 Report Posted May 22, 2006 Heya guys, I currently have a Rev 1.5sle now but when I move to the states in June I plan to get a rev 1, Can you explain to me how the different leading edge rods make a difference to the handling of the kite (SLE vs Standard 2 or 4 wrap frame) and also which standard wrap frame would be better?Thanks, Leigh Leigh who? Oh wait, I know who this is. If you are getting a 1, get one with the regular leading edge over the SLE, you'll get better wind range out of. Quote
LeighB Posted May 22, 2006 Author Report Posted May 22, 2006 Leigh who?Oh wait, I know who this is. If you are getting a 1, get one with the regular leading edge over the SLE, you'll get better wind range out of. I wasn't going to get a SLE a regluar one is preferable i just wanted to kinda know how different the handling will be, ideally i'll get it at the fest, hopefully i'll also be able to get one without mylar sails as well. Quote
monkey Posted May 22, 2006 Report Posted May 22, 2006 I wasn't going to get a SLE a regluar one is preferable i just wanted to kinda know how different the handling will be, ideally i'll get it at the fest, hopefully i'll also be able to get one without mylar sails as well. Well, it'll flex a little more, which once you get used to it, can be a feature. Or, at least I feel it is. You, me, flying school, Berkeley! Quote
John Barresi Posted May 22, 2006 Report Posted May 22, 2006 Good, I'll have at least two to school. Quote
monkey Posted May 22, 2006 Report Posted May 22, 2006 Good, I'll have at least two to school. May want to avoid teaching me much more, I'm slowly getting into striking distance in competitions... One day, when you least expect it.... "monkeys pounce" and snatch that trophy away! Quote
Charleston_Flyer Posted May 23, 2006 Report Posted May 23, 2006 Agreed. John What would be your recommended first quad then? 2 years flying duals, and perfectly happy doing just the basic tricks.... Quote
John Barresi Posted May 23, 2006 Report Posted May 23, 2006 Mike, it depends... What are the average wind conditions you get on your home field? Quote
LeighB Posted May 23, 2006 Author Report Posted May 23, 2006 hey everybody, thanks for all the answers to my questions, Rev1 Standard edge it is! looking forward to flying with you guys at Berkley! Quote
John Barresi Posted May 23, 2006 Report Posted May 23, 2006 FYI - While a 4 wrap is good for general use, the SLE may be the order of the day for a Berkeley afternoon... Winds are often in the 20mph range. Quote
LeighB Posted May 23, 2006 Author Report Posted May 23, 2006 FYI - While a 4 wrap is good for general use, the SLE may be the order of the day for a Berkeley afternoon... Winds are often in the 20mph range. then I'll most likely break out the 1.5 SLE for Berkeley fest, however, i'm curious about the standard leading edge in a 1 now... and if I get another rev I can almost convice myself I need 2 more after that so I can fill one of Revs Kite bags Quote
LeighB Posted May 23, 2006 Author Report Posted May 23, 2006 FYI - While a 4 wrap is good for general use, the SLE may be the order of the day for a Berkeley afternoon... Winds are often in the 20mph range. Also is 20mph Vented Teritory or still flyable and performable with a normal sail?? last week at my local field the winds were 15 - 26mph and while is was a b_tch to do any precision flying with my limited flying skill it still seemed flyable, infact its possibly the first timei've been able to reverse with a rev without going into a flat spin although that might be due partially to slight changes in where the knots are on my handles as per recomendation by Monkey Quote
John Barresi Posted May 23, 2006 Report Posted May 23, 2006 Over 20mph, vented is ideal... With a 4 wrap LE, and maybe even a 3 wrap LE laid in next to it. You can still fly a full sail, but it's a lot of kite to handle. Quote
Charleston_Flyer Posted May 24, 2006 Report Posted May 24, 2006 Mike, it depends... What are the average wind conditions you get on your home field? Fairly steady 8 to 12 plus near the beaches... Somewhat less at inland fields (and gusty at times)... my 3D flies well in my backyard.... Quote
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