sazzle
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best waroo 2006 9m
Just starting out and cant afford the pay out 4 new gear. Anyone any views on The Best Waroo 2006 9metre? I know its old but is it
worth forking out for a new one?
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Si_B
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| posted on 29-8-2008 at 06:13 |
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I'd try and get hold of an 07 if you can. The build quality on the 06 was a bit on the light side. If the kite has had a lot of use,
you may end up with an expensive repair the first time you smack it into the water.
There will be some deals to be had on the 08 kite, as the new stuff is coming out. Try and buy the newest gear you can.
Cheers,
Simon
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sazzle
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| posted on 29-8-2008 at 12:41 |
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Cheers Si, appreciate the feedback. Looks like I may have to put my ahnd in my pocket and spend more!!!!!!! not good its an expensive
game, but worth it Ta
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bucski
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| posted on 29-8-2008 at 15:44 |
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Hi,
I've got 2006 9 and 12 waroos, very happy with them, very easy to fly and will do anything. Build quality might be better on later
waroos but to be honest I've not had any probs other than wear on bridle lines. I would buy newer if you can afford it but if you don't
want to spend too much could well be a good buy.
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Si_B
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| posted on 30-8-2008 at 11:25 |
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I'd agree with that. If you can find an 06 kite which feels crisp and has not had much use, it will be a great kite. You can get some
great deals if you are lucky. I've just swapped to 08 Waroo's, got 13m and 9m with a bar, all brand new for 900 quid.
Try and see the lite first if you can. Check for signs of abuse, check the bridles for wear etc. Have a good look at the canopy for pin
holes, tears etc.
Cheers,
Simon
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bucski
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| posted on 30-8-2008 at 19:18 |
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Hi Simon,
What do you think of the 08 waroos over the 06s would be interested in your opinion.
I do like mine, however I think the 12 is a little slow and the 9 doesn't seem rigid enough in the air at times, despite me putting
shedloads of air in the LE. Also bar travel to depower is a bit far. Read a review of the new 09s which sound tempting hmmm
Cheers
Tim
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shem
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| posted on 31-8-2008 at 11:17 |
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If your buying new bests you should consider Cautions, awesome build quality and best prices, + theyve been making them since DAY1!
Kite & SUP wales
Caravan decking wales
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sazzle
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| posted on 31-8-2008 at 16:31 |
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any type ? or just Cautions as a brand, never heard of them but if u think they are ok will check them out. I just want something I can
learn on and not pap myself too much!
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Si_B
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| posted on 1-9-2008 at 08:11 |
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I never flew the 06 waroo's, the 08's are the first ones I've owned. I've had 2 sessions on the 13 and I really like it. I have not had
my 9m out the bag yet, but I'm on holiday in a couple of weeks and I hope to use it then.
I really like the way the 13 flies, seems really stable and really light on the bar.
I was flying Turbo Diesels when the 06 waroo's came out. I remember seeing them in Greece when I was on holiday, and they did look a
bit unstable when they were near the top end of the wind range. I also saw a lot of them go pop, which I must admit put me off a
bit.
If you see me on the beach, come over and have a go on the 08.
Cheers,
Simon
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bucski
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| posted on 1-9-2008 at 11:48 |
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Cheers for that will do, we can have a swap and try and try and spot the differences!
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