Theory Lesson #2 - What size kite to Buy

Picking your new Waroo kite sizes.
Take the time to plan the right quiver.
Waroo sizes: 7m, 9m, 11m, 13m

The new Waroo provides a truly massive wind range for each kite, that combined with its instant response to power control when sheeting in or out, delivers the rider a whole new level of performance, confidence and security.
Long gone are the bad old days of being pulled off your board in a gust or dragged off down wind. The Waroo can pivot on its nose and release power even when it is set deep in the power window. The rider remains on the board in in control, ready for his next move.

That alone is the single most important reason to upgrade to a Waroo. On top of this you get the great price, the high quality, more power and the extraordinary wind range. Yes, the Waroo does have a lot more going for it than any other product we have released into the NZ market. And that is why Kiwi's love them.

Having decided to treat yourself to a new kite it is time to pick and plan your quiver. Getting your head around the sizing and wind ranges can seem confusing. But it's really quite simple.
The Waroo kites flatter shape delivers much more power on the low end than an equivalent old "C" kite. At the top end or in gusty contitions, you can instanly and precisely pivot the kite on it's nose whilst riding and without having to edge the board or pull a 5th line, you just sheet out and let the kite eat the power of a strong gust.
Because of this the upper end wind range is also greatly increased per size.

I have written the following as a guide to help clarify things a little. He are my findings on what sized kite combinations work well with these hot new Flat kites from BEST. My size suggestions outlined below should help you to plan the right sized kite for your quiver. Feel free to call the shop for more info, and to talk over how the Waroo behaves in the various and gusty NZ conditions.

Waroo Quiver options.

1. The single Waroo kite quiver: Go for either the 11m (55-95kg riders) or the 13m (90 to +110kg riders) if your only looking to have one kite in your quiver. This offers the broadest wind range coverage with one kite. Perfect choice for the rider who only rides or can afford one kite.

2. The two kite Waroo quiver: Go for a 13m and a 9m, or an 11m + 7m combo as this will have you well powered in 12 to +25 knots with your large kite and still in control in 18 to +30 knots with your small kite.
With this setup you enjoy a nice overlap of wind range where you can be riding either kite in the middle of the wind range, perfect for NZ's changing conditions.
Obviously you don't need to buy both kites at once, just plan ahead, so start with either.
If you know you will be kiting frequently and want to maximise your time on the water, the two kite quiver is the way to go.

3. The three kite Waroo quiver: Now this is how you spoil yourself with the sweetest kite for every condition from 8 knots to over 30 knots of wind. It's like owning 5 of the old "C" kites for wind range. And with such large wind ranges covered with each of the three Waroo kites you get a wonderful overlap. Just pick the optimum kite for the day and never worry about changing size until you really have to. It's all about maximising your time riding within the sweet spot of your kites wind range.
13+11+7 would be an amazing 3 Kite quiver.

I have a 2 kite quiver of 11m & 7 m Waroo kites and weigh +90kg, the more I ride them the more I find the design opens up new possibilities for both my freestyle and wave riding sessions. It's like a transformation in riding style and confidence happens overnight. To experience it for yourself is the only true way to know what I mean. Feel free to come and test ride a Waroo for yourself.

The Waroo's precise and instant control of the kites power combined with the extra kick of grunt right when you need it, is what has made the Waroo standout as an absolute winner of a design across all sizes and rider levels. It is the #1 Selling Kite in the World.

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