Slingshot Fuel 2017 Kite
IN A NUTSHELL...
The 2017 Slingshot Fuel kite is for the aggressive freestyle or freeride kiter who likes to ride powered-up, boost big, unhook often, hit kickers, rails and sliders and throw big, powerful kite loops.
Design details
SKU 17100
AGGRESSIVE WAKESTYLE FREESTYLE, MEGA-LOOP MACHINE
Sizes: 7m, 9m, 11m, 13m
Explosive C-kite performance with the 2017 Slingshot Fuel. Slingshot’s longest-running kite, the Fuel is a time-tested, rider approved design that delivers aggressive grunt, unhooked authority, consistent power, massive boosts and deep, powerful mega loops.
2017 Slingshot Fuel Features:
- Most powerful, explosive C-kite on the market
- Take your freestyle game to new heights, literally
- No back-stalling, unrivaled unhooked performance
- No bridles, no tangling, direct connection
- Go big, ride hard, the fuel is a kite that will not hold you back
- Takes the abuse with bombproof slingshot construction
- The megaloop king
FUEL BRIDLE CONFIGURATION
Slingshot have brought back the classic four-line configuration for the 2017 Fuel, eliminating the optional Nitrous bridle system that was included with the 2016-16 Fuel and adding a leading edge attachment point for riders who prefer a fifth-line setup.
TRADITIONAL-C
The original shape that started it all. The foundation of Slingshot's entire kite line, the Traditional-C provides consistent grunt and stability through the power stroke. This shape is also designed to boost, loop and predictably recover.
Slingshot Fuel Kite & Bar Size Compatibility Chart:
| Kite Size | Windrange (KN) | Bar Size |
|---|---|---|
| 7m | 21-35+ | 17"or20" |
| 9m | 17-28 | 17"or20" |
| 11m | 13-24 | 20" |
| 13m | 10-20 | 20" |
ATTRIBUTES
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
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| LOW-END POWER |
Tech specs
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Customize power, bar pressure, response and handling with multiple attachment points: The 2017 Fuel features multiple attachment points that allow riders to fine-tune the kite’s handling and performances based on their riding style and the conditions of a particular session. You can choose different settings for boosting big, for unhooked freestyle, for user-friendly depower or for riding waves.. |
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Bomber Slingshot construction Slingshot’s bombproof durability gives riders the trust and confidence they need to push themselves, and their gear, to new limits. Slingshot kites hold up exceptionally well over time and have a high resale value. |
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Split Strut technology SplitStrut integrates the kite’s canopy and struts into one firmly interconnected piece. This is a major design element in all of Slingshot’s kites, and it results in a stronger, more stable and far more durable canopy. |
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Slingshot’s ONE PUMP SPEED SYSTEM The One Pump Speed System makes inflating your kite quick and easy; simply attach your hose and pump your entire kite from one convenient valve. |