Kite group
home
about us
kite forum
kite events
kite trips
kitecrew gallery
Kite school
lesson info
school equipment
price structure
Useful links
general links
featured business
 
 
 
info@kitecrew.com

 

direct access links
METCHECK
link exchange
 

 

New Direct Power kites

I recently had the opportunity to try out a few kites from new company Direct Power kites (DP).

James McAvoy & myself took the three samples to a secret flying location, away from prying eyes (a big field near my house).

We has a 2.5 Juice, a 2.5 Power & a 5.0 Speed.

THE RANGE

SQUIRT - Starter two line in 1.2 & 1.5 meter

A budget Imp or symphony displaying a quality between the two.

JUICE - An introduction four line kite in 2.5 & 3.5 meter.

This kite was easy to launch without any aggressive pull. It flew well across the window & was controlable at the edges. We did notice a definite crease at times across the underside, caused by bridle pull but it didn't effect the control. Brakes needed trimmed slightly to make landing easier. A good starter kite without breaking the bank.

POWER - Starter to intermediate budget kite in 2.5, 3.5 & 5.0 meter

Once again easy to launch but once in the air a different thing altogether. This kite was faster across the window & on the turns. A slimmer profile & more cells than the same sized Juice make this an ideal board or buggy engine for someone getting started.

SPEED - Blade or Riot style, not for beginners, in 2.5, 3.7 & 5.0 meter

When we launched this one we knew it was in the air. Without a doubt the fastest of the three. Everykite has its own character and this was no exception, speed by name and speed by nature. Not only was it fast across the window but it was also fast at lifting you off your feet. There was no notice at all before you were airborne (nice if you are intending to jump but not great when you aren't ready). A Blade or Riot in disguise. ............Not for first timers.....

OVERVIEW

All DP kites are supplied in a reasonable well made black backpack with slightly padded shoulder straps, a zipped main compartment & zipped front pocket. The name and size of the kite inside is printed on the bag in white.

KITES

These kites are made from a light weight rip stop material with a white underside & coloured top side. Black mesh covering the cell openings give it a distinctive look. The topside is a single colour except for small contrasting sections at each end of the kite. This end section displays the model and size of the kite at one end and logo at the other.

Webbing bridle attachment points stitched into the cell walls & strong but lightweight bridles stitched at both ends give the kite a quality look. Single stitching around the edges & the lack of any protection (ie. mylar tape) take away from the quality of the bridles.

LINES - except speed

Red main line & orange brakes with tight weave give an Ozone look to the package. Sleeving is grey & tied unlike zone. These line will no doubt be superior than those supplied with many kites at this price.

HANDLES - except speed

Light weight aluminium with comfortable foam grips displaying the DP name. Comfortable to use.

ACCESSORIES

Kite Killers supplied with all except Speed are basic black shock cord with light webbing & velcro wrist straps. These worked very well when tested & are less bulky than other manufacturers versions.

Direct Power kites are now available for Surf Mountain Belfast 028 90248877

all content remains the property of kitecrew or the respective owners