QUALITY

The complete production of Revo kites takes place in our own workshop in Czech Republic. Because of this, we control the whole production process. The computation of all particular canopy profiles and lines is made by our own software that had originally been used in paragliger design, but it was extended to kite design.

Revo production is a very demanding process. Each canopy consists of more than 300 pieces, which have to be stitched up very precisely. We use long-time tested engeneering PES threads.

The bridle system consists of approximatelly 100 line pieces of various lenghts. Extreme precision is an absolute must here. Every single kite passes a careful control and flying test.

To achieve the desired characteristics we have exhausted the latest technological possibilites. The Kite canopy is sewn from french high-tech fabric, Skytex, famous for its low weight and strength. The bridle has been made of uncovered Dyneema lines by Edelrid and covered lines by Cousin. Revo 's bearing and steering system are made from Liros lines, who produce one of the best lines for these purposes. The combination of all of these materials, precise and careful manufacturing make the Revo kite a top product.

PERFORMANCE

High performance was one of the main goals. The canopy foundation is therefore an aerial profile borrowed from high a performace paraglider, adjusted to the kite's needs. The resulting canopy characteristics indicate that this has been a good choice.

The canopy construction utilizes technologies that are widely used in the world of high performance paragliders, for example diagonal fins that allowed reducing the number of bridle lines to the absolute minimum; in 2 rows with one pulley depower system. The leading edge is supported by flexible wires which increase an aerodynamical cleanliness and hereby also increases performance.

Kite performance can be effectively regulated by a bar trim. The trim strap handle can be easily mounted to the opposite strap by magnet.

Depower lines in the bridle system offer good adjustement options. On the pictures below you can see how to do it. By extending, we can add some extra performace for jumping and kite agression, this setup is suitable for advanced kiters. By shortening the depower bridle lines, we can increase the stability and decrease the performance of the kite, this setup is suitable for beginners and should be also used in strong and turbulent wind. We recommend all kiters to try these adjusements in lower wind conditions.    

TECHNOLOGIES

• closed leading edge - improves the aerodynamical characteristics of the canopy, thanks to better flow around the front profile part. It also provides an increase of performance. The canopy is more compact and it reacts better on the edge of the flying window.
• optional enforcing of the leading edge - plastic strings improve the profile's aerodynamics in its most important part, the leading edge. It leads to further increasing of performance and a better ability to climb caused by preservation of the performance also in the very edge of the flying window
• progressive twoline concept - leads to reduced bridle use in the canopy, resulting in lower aerodynamical resistance, easier manipulation with the kite and improvements to flying characteristics
• light Skytex fabric with the latest coating with a minimal permeability and high durability increases kite lifetime
• Pegas concept of diagonal fins developed for high performance paragligers. These fins distribute forces in the bridles, by this it's possible to decrease the number of bridle lines
• uncovered lines in bridle further decrease aerodynamical resistance of the kite. Thanks to the new materials, these Dyneema lines are durable against a damage and have a long lifetime. This solution contributes to the exeptional fly characteristics of the kite
• one pulley depower provides radical reactions and uncompromising performance
• longitudinal inner canopy reinforcement by the leading edge improves overall stability of the canopy
• reinforcement around the openings in the fins minimize the risk of damage
• clearing openings on the edge of the wing with magnetic closure. Excelent solution developed especially for kitesurfing - water elimination.
• new light and easily packable transport bag is spacious, but it can also be used ad a compression bag

SAFETY

Kite safety "is caused" by high canopy stability. Thanks to the autostable profile, the Revo remains stable and steerable in the extremes of its wind range. Most of the possible critical situations can be solved by releasing the bar and by proper trim adjustment.

The bar is also equipped with a security pin, connected to a leash.  When activated, the kite will loose all power and land on the ground. In extreme cases, it is also possible to release the leash security pin; the kite will be completely disconnected from a rider by this.

STABILITY

The canopy is stiff and compact and has an excellent stability. An autostable profile has been used to achieve the best stability and canopy durability. The Revo has been tested in unstable, gusty and turbulent wind. It doesn't collapse and remains on the edge of the flying window.

WEIGHT

Thanks to the carefully choosen materials and technologies, the weight of Revo is extremely low, comparable only with kites of similar sizes made of light materials with shorter lifetime.The kites' weights are mentioned in the table below.

STEERING

The next goal was an excellent stability. The above mentioned technologies contribute to that, supported by carefuly choosen bridles for the trailing edge. By this also Revo offers a smooth turning experience, even in 18m2 size. Cross connected steering lines provide easy landings and relaunchings, supplemented by possibilites of shortening either one or both lines.