The Slingshot RPM 2017 can be defined as a freeride-freestyle crossover kite. Thanks to it’s open C-canopy design this kite is super versatile. The Slingshot RPM has proven that it’s capable of winning multiple worldtitles, we’d like to take our own local rider Youri Zoon as an example. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an advanced levelled rider, this kite is suitable for a lot of different styles of riding.
The Slinghot RPM 2017 has the following main characteristics:
- Responsive and direct feeling.
- Amazing high-end performance and depower.
- Easy load combined with a decent pop and an amazing unhooked riding performance. This is making the RPM perfect for practising your unhooked freestyle tricks.
- Easy relaunch.
- Unique Open C-canopy design which gives the RPM 2017 the ability to throw controlled powerful kite-loops. This design is giving the rider a lot of control and is making the RPM 2017 user-friendly and forgiving.
The Slingshot RPM 2017 is a true big men toy and will never bore you with all it’s
capabilities. Also very suitable for the beginning kiter that wants a responsive kite with an easy relaunch.
If you're wondering which bar to use with the RPM? We made a quick selection for you: https://surfshop.natural-high.nl/collections/control-bars?_=pf&pf_v_brand=Slingshot
Like al the other kites and boards we offer in our Surfshop at the Brouwersdam, the Slingshot RPM 2017 is ready to be tested in our testcenter on the beach of the Brouwersdam. Please feel free to contact us or to pass by during opening hours.