It is possible to jump really well on it, but you need to steering it quickly and with good technique. Comfortable, consistent and reliable flying characteristics make it a great option for any rider pushing their unhooked tricks with the benefit of easy relaunch. Low end is reasonable but not stand out, whereas the top end if phenomenal. The EVA grip is comfortable and feels very durable and you can choose between above or below-the-bar trimming system set-ups.
New features are the completely reworked chicken loop and safety release system alongside a moulded below-the-bar mechanism that lets you untwist your centre lines very easily. The bars come standard with 23 metre lines, but you can go up to 27 or down to 20 as well. Heavier riders might want to consider sizing up a little in the bigger sizes.
The RPM is unique in its high-performance freestyle capabilities and sublime control in difficult conditions. Most hybrid-freeride kites are most tuned for sheeting power and lift. The RPM is more freestyle focused and that reduced natural lift and power management make it a good option in waves. Bigger riders or anyone who likes a more direct feel at the bar might find the RPM a little gentle at times.
The better you are the more jumpy freeride reward you can get from it, though. Build quality: 9 Full package: 9 Low end: 7 Top end: 9.
These three unique kites as featured in our early year issues really stood out to the team. The depower through the bar is very good and, by using your board in crazy winds, you are able to bring the kite round well to reduce your speed and power.
There is a very noticeable sweet spot on the RPM for both freestyle and then big boosts and loops; once you hit it you can see exactly why it is a World Title winning kite. For new school, the RPM simply explodes forward with incredible force before a prominent slack allowing you to throw yourself around until the kite catches you again on landing. The stability of the kite throughout moves is something worth noting - never did the kite end up in the wrong place or catch us off guard.
The acceleration on landing is incredibly confidence inspiring and more times than we care to admit pulled us out of some rather sketchy landings!
The RPM does not have the same lofty jump as that of its brother the Rally, however is a powerful jump with a seriously punchy loop which we certainly found bigger than expected the first few times! What is good however, is for those newer to looping you are able to build up your loops quite slowly, and you can dictate to a certain extent the power produced. You will travel a fair distance through the air when going for the big boosts, so make sure you are far enough upwind from the beach.
When we test the relaunch of a kite we like to put it in some pretty horrid situations, a current favourite is under some hefty waves and then simply bob around and see what happens. Needless to say, the RPM with its Surftough construction popped up surprisingly quickly and only a tweak of the bar was needed to bring the kite round and back up into the air between sets: impressive and essential.
Masses of usable explosive power for the newer all-round big air, looping and unhooked style. The RPM does it all for the intermediate to advanced rider. We love the RPM and all it does, however for the sake of being picky we would say the low end could be improved upon to bring it a little more in line with other kites in its class. A classic kite, the RPM will take your riding from intermediate cruising to throwing down sizable moves.
Masses of usable power for both unhooked tricks and big air boosts and loops. We could not recommend the kite more for enthusiastic riders looking to improve their riding level and style. At A Glance One of the original 3 strut high performing hybrid kites, the RPM is synonymous with power, performance and success.
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I havent buy the bar yet because I am not sure if i need a 17 inches or a 20 inches bar, both have 20 meter lines.
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