EpicKites (3rd Generation. 3G kites)

Dimitri M · **Posted:** Tue Apr 10, 2012 11:04 pm

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Poster: davesails7
I'm looking forward to trying out one of those (mostly) solid black screamer LTDs sometime though :thumb:

You mean this black SCREAMER 10 LTD (3G) kite

Oldnbroken · **Posted:** Wed Apr 11, 2012 1:15 am

Dave,
I have the 3G Screamer 10M LTD kite, and I just really like this kite, everything about it is right, besides it's all black and baddass looking.
It has huge range and is the most forgiving of all the Screamers.
It turns quicker than you would think it should but somehow never feels twitchy.
The boost and float is fantastic, ..that is obvious when you see people get on it and go big the first time they pull the trigger, which means it's an easy kite to get high on. At my level, I will never see the heights pictured above but it gives me something to aspire to, and I know it's not the kite holding me back!!
I told Dimitri he should have a separate model line with the 3G LTD shape, then he can keep making normal Screamers for those die hard Screamer fans.
Because this layout would make a fantastic kite in 7M or 8M sizes, more stable and forgiving than the current Screamer 7M.

windsuks · **Posted:** Wed Apr 11, 2012 10:15 am

Please keep the regular Screamers as they are!!!!

The 7m & 9m are insane elevator kites when fully lit, whilst the Renegade is one of the best wave kites I've yet to use (we use them to teach also)

ps. I was asked the other day how I get so much height when boosting...I just pointed at the Screamer! :thumb:

www.blastkitesurfing.com

nikalaitzian · **Joined:** Tue May 01, 2007 1:11 pm **Posts:** 329

2 hours of snowkiting in mount Parnassos Greece with 10LTD 3G after the resort was closed.Wind W 12-17 knots fully sunny!!!Yeah the best birthday present i ve ever had!!!

Prikkebaard · **Joined:** Sat Mar 10, 2012 9:59 pm **Posts:** 9

I totally agree mr. Windsucks, the screamers are insane, don't change them too much.
I got a 12,9and 7they are super flying machines.

I also spoiled myself with a 10 ltd 3g, this is also a great kite, there is a little difference with the screamers.
You will see it when you launch it, the wing tips are different and it has slightly more c-shape if i'm not mistaken.
You feel right away what a refined smooth power delivering kite the 10 ltd is, it still has the screamer lift and hangtime, but the power is a bit less aggressive than the screamers, and the kite is a bit more forgiving.

They are all great kites, i'm really addicted to them :heartface:

Dimitri M · **Posted:** Thu Apr 12, 2012 1:14 pm

This article just came out from the SBC KITEBOARD magazine.

Quote:

Apr 11, 2012
Author: SBC Kiteboard / Shane Thompson

Size tested: 9, 13 m
Sizes available: 5, 7, 9, 11, 13 m
Safety system: Mini fifth-line

The Epic Renegade 3G is the third-generation model of this three-strut, four-line SLE hybrid. Rather than calling them by their model year, Epic calls them by their generation, which allows them to bring out new technology breakthroughs based on refinements derived from rider input. The Renegade is the definitive workhorse of the Epic kite line. It had performance characteristics that covered a wide range of rider skill level and style, allowing it to sit comfortably in the Freeride All-Terrain category. Overall, its performance was well-rounded, and the Renegade delivered some quick pivotal turns with good arm’s length de-power, and great low-end power range with its flat, deep canopy foil. Great stability and easy handling suited it well to both progressing riders and waveriding specialists. Testers were impressed by the fast water relaunch of the Renegade, and even the largest size rotated quickly off the water. The nine-metre was stable, easy to figure out, and had no oversheeting or back-stall issues to speak of. The wide-bodied central area gave the kite easy jumping capability, and overhead, the kite reacts well to bar input. By trimming the front lines, the Renegade could unhook and pop sufficiently, especially with the larger sizes and in the less-than-pumping winds. The smaller sizes were well-suited to waveriding, with quick pivotal turns and good drift.

Performance consistency
The 13-metre had some bridal setting issues, making it more prone to back-stalling, and trickier upwind in lighter winds.

WHAT THE SBC TEST TEAM RIDERS ARE SAYING:
“The Renegade relaunched well, had tons of get-up-and-go, with good hang time and boosting.”
“Launch and go: the Renegade does everything in a well-rounded way, with quick turning and agile handling.”
“Different feel from one size to the next. The 11-metre was great upwind with smooth pull, while the 13-metre needed trimming and was trickier upwind.”

Tech Features
-One-pump
-Crazy graphic outlay
-Delta hybrid shape

http://www.epickites.com

P.S. You can always view it in this link:
http://www.sbckiteboard.com/2012-kite-r ... ws_id=1859

Dimitri M · **Posted:** Fri Apr 13, 2012 12:18 pm

Hello laddies,
We need some help with our new "EPIC GIRL T-SHIRTS".
How do you like this design of the shirt and what about the graphics and colors? Do you rather wear a Tang Top or this style showed bellow.
You can always PM or send me an email if you don't want any one to hear what you have to say.
Thank you for all your help.

P.S. Guys are welcome to comment also. :wink:

GTC · **Joined:** Thu Mar 29, 2007 12:57 pm **Posts:** 66

I have a question for you Dimitri,
If I'm not wrong the Screamer LTD (10m) is slightly better than the other sizes of Screamers. It loops better, is more powerful and has more hangtime than the regular Screamers... Why not make all sizes like the LTD if its a "better" kite? Just curius.

Thanks in advance!

Geronimo79 · **Posted:** Sat Apr 14, 2012 1:10 am

Because the LTD is the testkite for the next gen screamers.
2011 LTD = 3G screamers.

Dimitri M · **Posted:** Sat Apr 14, 2012 11:24 am

Hello Mr.GTC,
As you can see above, Mr.Geronimo79 all ready answered your question.
The SCREAMER 10 LTD is our test pilot for the next generation of SCREAMERS. So maybe for the SCREAMER (4G) will be be taking some of the ideas of the SCREAMER 10 LTD (3G).
:thumb:

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