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EY
Since 06 Jul 2008
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 Mon Sep 14, 09 11:02 am SS 2010 OCTANE Video - Erik Volpe & Ben Wilson |
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Check out the NEW SLINGSHOT Octane kite in action and SS global team riders Erik Volpe and Ben Wilson killing it freestyle and surf style!
http://www.vimeo.com/6518683
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SalmonSlayer
Since 27 Nov 2005
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 11:45 am |
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Nice video. Fun to watch the riders.
It really does not do anything to differentiate the Octane from any other kite. I suspect those riders could have done the same thing with just about any kite from Slingshots product line for the last three years.
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pkh
Since 27 Feb 2005
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Couve / Hood
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 12:59 pm |
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| SalmonSlayer wrote: | Nice video. Fun to watch the riders.
It really does not do anything to differentiate the Octane from any other kite. I suspect those riders could have done the same thing with just about any kite from Slingshots product line for the last three years. |
yeah and I still can't nail half the the stuff I see in Tronolone videos from 7 years ago!
Actually I have flown the Octane a bit, not enough to make a big conclusion on the kite... but I'd say the main difference from previous REVs: rear line pressure adjustment (was on Rev2), fatter profile, thinner struts, really nice bar. Flying wise its really hard to distinguish it from the previous years.
If you think there is no difference you can buy some great 2008 REVs at a big discount here:
http://www.nwkite.com/forums/t-15250.html (7M Rev)
http://www.nwkite.com/forums/t-15251.html (9M Rev)
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Kodiak
Since 01 Aug 2005
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 1:05 pm |
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| pkh wrote: | | SalmonSlayer wrote: | Nice video. Fun to watch the riders.
It really does not do anything to differentiate the Octane from any other kite. I suspect those riders could have done the same thing with just about any kite from Slingshots product line for the last three years. |
yeah and I still can't nail half the the stuff I see in Tronolone videos from 7 years ago!
Actually I have flown the Octane a bit, not enough to make a big conclusion on the kite... but I'd say the main difference from previous REVs: rear line pressure adjustment (was on Rev2), fatter profile, thinner struts, really nice bar. Flying wise its really hard to distinguish it from the previous years.
If you think there is no difference you can buy some great 2008 REVs at a big discount here:
http://www.nwkite.com/forums/t-15250.html (7M Rev)
http://www.nwkite.com/forums/t-15251.html (9M Rev) |
Hey dude, there is a classified section for a reason. Stop trying to peddle your wears on the general section 
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Bettyboarder
Since 18 Mar 2005
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PDX/ White Salmon
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 2:23 pm |
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Jim you need some kites....we'll make you a good deal 
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mschulz
Since 29 May 2007
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 2:37 pm |
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| Kodiak wrote: |
Hey dude, there is a classified section for a reason. Stop trying to peddle your wears on the general section |
This cracks me up. Nice call. 
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pkh
Since 27 Feb 2005
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Couve / Hood
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 2:55 pm |
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Okay I will sticky them on the classifieds then... 
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Kodiak
Since 01 Aug 2005
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 6:11 pm |
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| pkh wrote: | | Okay I will sticky them on the classifieds then... |
Owned 
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lance_k
Since 04 May 2005
565 Posts
Hood River
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Spike
Since 13 May 2007
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Alameda
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| Mon Sep 14, 09 9:48 pm |
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| Sweet video, I got front rolls down, even with an indie grab , but that front roll at 1:14 looks so efficient and smooth, that's next on my list!! Can't wait till the next session!!
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snowmeltriver
Since 21 May 2006
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Little Kentucky
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| Wed Sep 16, 09 10:25 am |
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| I wonder how hard did the rider hit the jetski at 10 sec in the video?
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Gman
Since 11 Feb 2006
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Portland
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C Johnson
Since 17 Apr 2009
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Seattle
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| Tue Sep 22, 09 7:39 pm |
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psh
whatever dude! Octane III is soooo last tuesday!
The Turbo Diesel VI is where its at these days
that was a really cool video. it makes me want to go kiteboarding and try all that stuff. especially the topside tail slide thing or whatever you call it where he turns the board upside down and drags it under him until he flys away in to a kiteloop. that is schweet! I wonder how many times I'm going to eat it before I finally give up or nail that trick
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Spike
Since 13 May 2007
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| Tue Sep 22, 09 10:26 pm |
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| C Johnson wrote: | | especially the topside tail slide thing or whatever you call it where he turns the board upside down and drags it under him until he flys away in to a kiteloop. that is schweet! I wonder how many times I'm going to eat it before I finally give up or nail that trick |
Dude, go practice that move and don't give up till you nail it, it looks amazing!! 
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Pete
Since 29 Oct 2007
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| Wed Sep 23, 09 7:01 am |
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| pkh wrote: |
Actually I have flown the Octane a bit, not enough to make a big conclusion on the kite... but I'd say the main difference from previous REVs: rear line pressure adjustment (was on Rev2), fatter profile, thinner struts, really nice bar. Flying wise its really hard to distinguish it from the previous years.
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I still find this move by Slingshot very interesting. It seems like they were building great brand recognition with the Rev name, only to change it to a "new" old name.
The explanation was that there were so many changes, that it warranted a new name, but when you look at the kite, and fly the kite, it appears maybe that's not the case. Puzzling marketing move for sure.
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shymac
Since 20 Jul 2005
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Home Valley, Wa.
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| Wed Sep 23, 09 7:44 am |
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Well at least riders are talking about it. Good or bad, talking about it is better then not. And after 2 years of REV this REV that is nice to change it up and freashin it up with some Octane.
Funny thing is I've been seeing the "Octane" name on all kinds of product stuff other then our kite for 2010.
Nice cut, Adam! 
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C Johnson
Since 17 Apr 2009
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Seattle
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| Wed Sep 23, 09 12:14 pm |
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I've never flown the rev or the original octane but looking at it from a purely objective standpoint. I like the name Octane better then the name Rev.
Also, maybe its just me and the places I ride but I've never actually seen anybody do something impressive on the Rev. In addition to that Kiteworld mag said it was a good kite but that it didn't wow them in any particular way.
hearing and seeing all that stuff just makes me kinda think "blah" when I think of the rev.
this would be the perfect opportunity for someone to post a video that really shows the Rev's potential instead of the lawn mowing and small dangle I've seen so far
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