BWS Noise kites

aksurfer · Since 30 Aug 2010 92 Posts Anchorage, AK

Anybody flying these? Any feedback?

kauaieric · Since 03 Feb 2011 1 Posts hawaii New Member

I have 12m noise, it flies ok.....just ok. From what I hear the smaller kites in good wind do well...I actually got caught out in 25k winds and then the kite flew good, but most all kites fly good in good wind.

aksurfer · Since 30 Aug 2010 92 Posts Anchorage, AK

Wow, 380 views but only one comment? I guess no one is buying his stuff....

chrissmack · Since 08 Jun 2005 526 Posts portland Addicted

found this from february 2011.

anyone have any feedback yet on the kites?

just got an email from them, trade in an old kite, get $500 off.
and i have JUST the kite to trade in.
makes a brand new 10m complete from Ben Wilson cost $1000.

but no local dealers, no demos in the PNW...

Wind Slither · Since 04 Mar 2005 2622 Posts The 503 METAL

I heard the trade in deal is only good in Australia, but may be coming to the US next summer.

They look good (and awfully similar to the Octanes he was flying when he left Slingshot to develop "the perfect wave kite" Laughing

).

chrissmack · Since 08 Jun 2005 526 Posts portland Addicted

ahh, thanks slither. the fine print...

Terms & Conditions
This offer is for a limited time unless otherwise advised - offer ends 31 January 2013. The BWS $500 buy back option is only available in Australia.

i assumed since it was listed as USD$999.00... Confused

dangler · Since 26 Feb 2006 1780 Posts WINDY SPOTS XTreme Poster

Switch kites are worth looking at. Direct factory sales, lower costs from no advertising or team riders freebies.

10m new for around $800 including shipping to your door. Heard the bar is kinda crap, but the kites get great reviews, and I've seen them and the build quality is stellar.

I'm looking to pick a couple up this spring, as my Slingy hookup evaporated.

And yeah, the bws is basically an Octane. I heard he copped the design files from Slingy before he left.

Gotta love new kites at used kite prices!!!

OG · Since 07 Jun 2011 599 Posts Addicted

I have had the switch element and switch method. Element is nice and easy, typical open c, no real bar pressure, pulls tuff, good boosties, tight loops. does all the expected stuff like self launch/relaunch/go upwind really well and easy.

I haven't ever flown another dedicated wave kite aside from the method, but i did enjoy it a lot. the way it 'drifted' made getting on swell or a wave and riding your board vs flying the kite fun. You could almost ride straight at the kite. Lots of bar pressure from this kite, that took a bit of getting used to.

Bar is exactly the same as the north bar, right down to the divots on the rubber grip. They must've licensed it from them. I never tried it with the 5th line, think that might only be for their C kite. I dont think the bar is bad, and i don't think its great.

Didn't mean to hijack. Im supposed to chime in on this stuff for the discount they give me. I wouldn't BS you though, its good stuff. If it wasn't, I'd pay full price and fly something else. Sessions are more important than money.

If you want a bunch of detail on all of it just PM me.

Again, sorry if this gets called a hijack. Honestly, its good to see some things on here about kiting lately. Was getting way OT and stale for a while.

Jonpnw · Tue Nov 06, 12 1:12 pm **Get Dangler a Hookup**

Can't imagine Dangler NOT on SS. Hook the brotha up, he is a good brand ambassador.

K2 · Since 30 Apr 2009 274 Posts Hood River, OR Obsessed

Hey Dangler! You got my cell, hit me up man and let's talk!

tautologies · Since 24 Aug 2006 602 Posts Oahu Addicted

...soo does this mean the whole don't compare brands is off?

I mean especially since people that haven't even flown the kite "heard" it was an octane. Actually i don;t care either way, but if you haven't even ridden the kite or seen it maybe not say you heard it was like an octane....

yeah the offer was only good in Aussie land.

dangler · Since 26 Feb 2006 1780 Posts WINDY SPOTS XTreme Poster

reread my post if ur gonna reference it, do it properly.

And I do know the kites, very nice BTW, and you sir, are no Jack Kennedy.

pauls · Since 20 Jun 2005 564 Posts Northern Portugal Addicted

I like the 6 and 8 didn't like the 12. They fly big. Seem extremely well made so far. Love the plain graphics. Dano has been very helpful in answering questions and providing outstanding warranty service. I haven't flown an Octance.

The minnow · Since 26 Jan 2009 395 Posts argentina Obsessed

So yes I got a loaner 10m noise, <kite only>
NO its nothing like a octane , the 10m is good, it didnt fall ever or think of falling.
Even if I did fall . Have only one session on the kite so not going to say any more.
The bar and lines are good and strong and the depower simple! the stopper works great. The bar doesnt aggresively eat yours hands up.
Thier are some serious issues I have with the kite deno says thier fixed.
THOU I am a terrible critic on these deals and close to who does R&D.
The power sterring line has high wear, comes with extra new, still not the answer.
The placement of bumber gaurds and the rubber material I do not like.
Also been pumping and comparing to my other kites and the sizing nobody will ever understand. MUst be some auzzi, or hawaii thing call it 2m less then it is?
Also thiers no adjusting points or knots, only one set up.? bens really confident, or just doesnt need options or sale gimmics? you get the same ride every time!
I am trying to ride this kite but the wind is not on my side.D>p.

chrissmack · Since 08 Jun 2005 526 Posts portland Addicted

$500 trade in now in the US of A

http://www.benwilsonsurf.com/store/kites/products/view/2/17715?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=500+Cash+Back+US+Market&utm_content=500+Cash+Back+US+Market+CID_d98a19e0ea5ac84e39685e7656b733d3&utm_source=Easy%20Mail&utm_term=Find%20out%20more

The minnow · Since 26 Jan 2009 395 Posts argentina Obsessed

BWS 10m demo kite will be at jalama beach this tuesday.
Forecast is huge and windy, bring your bar and board.

The minnow · Since 26 Jan 2009 395 Posts argentina Obsessed

The crew was thick today and the wind was too light.
every body went out for a few laps and back in.
Tomarro we are hope better for cast, and some are camping the night.
Surf is very small. demo kites are availible,
patric and IAN are presant at the spot . the spot is a secret so we ask you not to repeat it out loud < jalama beach park>