Blade
Blade traction kites are the latest development in ram-air inflated quad-line kites from Flexifoil International.
The high power output from the Blade series makes them a very suitable upgrade for experienced kite-buggiers and kite-boarders.
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Blade
Price: Call for exact pricing
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Blade Mark II Range:
The 2001 BLADE range has been expanded and improved with new colors throughout. The venting on the leading edge has been extended towards the wingtip, which improves tip inflation, prevents tucking and helps maintain momentum and pull through the turn. This is a competition kite that has been designed and manufactured to achieve maximum efficiency, power output, lift and manoeuvrability. The BLADE is a four line kite which can easily be converted to two lines, which makes it first choice for all traction activities including Kiteboarding, Buggying, Snowboarding, Mountainboarding and more. Every Kiteboarder should have one of these kites in their quiver as it gives the rider unrivalled power and lift plus the exhilaration of pure kite performance. Many of the world's top riders fly the BLADE and have already used it to push back the boundaries of what is possible on the water! Recommended for intermediate to advanced flyers who are into advanced and extreme traction activities.
MkI Blade Colors
(Data retained for reference)
3/4ozs. Chikara Nylon




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Due to display limitations the colors shown may vary from those actually used.
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code
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skin
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wing tips
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stripes
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center
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BL11201 / 2.6
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top
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black
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aqua
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dark grey
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bottom
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black
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white
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aqua
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BL11202 / 2.6<>
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top
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red
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grey
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orange
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"
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bottom
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red
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aqua
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gold
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BL11301 / 3.3
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top
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purple
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gold
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raspberry
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"
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bottom
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purple
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orange
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aqua
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BL11302 / 3.3<>
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top
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raspberry
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gold
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aqua
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"
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bottom
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raspberry
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gold
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dark blue
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BL11401 / 4.9
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top
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midnight
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orange
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dark blue
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bottom
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midnight
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red
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aqua
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BL11402 / 4.9
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top
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gold
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red
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orange
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"
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bottom
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gold
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raspberry
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gold
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BL11701 / 7.2
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top
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purple
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gold
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raspberry
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"
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bottom
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purple
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orange
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aqua
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BL11702 / 7.2
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top
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black
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yellow
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light grey
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bottom
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balck
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white
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dark grey
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MkII Blade Colors
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3.0 |
4.0 |
4.9 |
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Due to display limitations, the colors shown may vary from the actual fabric colors used. |
Due to display limitations the colors shown may vary from those actually used.
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code / size
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skin
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wing tips
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stripes
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center
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11211 / 2.0 M.
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top and bottom
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raspberry
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black
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light grey
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11212 / 2.0 M.
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top and bottom
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fl. green
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white
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dark grey
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11311 / 3.0 M.
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top and bottom
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aqua
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black
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light grey
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11312 / 3.0 M.
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top and bottom
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purple
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white
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dark grey
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11411 / 4.0 M.
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top and bottom
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blue
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black
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light grey
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11412 / 4.0 M.
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top and bottom
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fl. orange
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white
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dark grey
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11491 / 4.9 M.
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top and bottom
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gold
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black
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light grey
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11492 / 4.9 M.
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top and bottom
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black
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white
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dark grey
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11641 / 6.4 M.
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top and bottom
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fl. yellow
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black
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light grey
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11642 / 6.4 M.
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top and bottom
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aqua
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white
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dark grey
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11781 / 7.8 M.
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top and bottom
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fl. orange
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black
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light grey
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11782 / 7.8 M.
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top and bottom
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gold
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white
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dark grey
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11901 / 9.0 M.
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top and bottom
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fl. green
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black
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light grey
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11902 / 9.0 M.
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top and bottom
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red
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white
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dark grey
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Each Skytiger kite comes in a sturdy carry-bag with instructions and a pair of Control Handles. Flying Lines are available seperately.
Sophisticated features like Cell-to-cell through venting, Trailing Edge control flaps and low drag Spectra Bridle make Skytigers the number one choice for four-line speed and power.
Though the smaller sizes are intended for b winds and the larger sizes for light wind conditions, the operating range of each Skytiger will largely depend on the flyers skill level with this type of kite.
Getting started:- Whether flying for fun or Traction Kiting, there's a Skytiger for you. The standard 18 and 26 make great recreational kites as well as good training sizes for beginners, or higher wind kites for experienced pilots.
No matter what type of kite you use for Kite Traction, there are a number of things to remember when selecting the best size to start with. The Skytiger to use will depend on the Surface; (Skis on snow or ice, Kite Buggy on soft or hard sand, grass or hard ground, or Kite Board on water), the Wind Speed; flyer Skill and Experience and flyer Weight. Whether the flyer is a novice or has a lot of Traction Kiting experience, the best choice is the smallest kite that will produce enough power to move. It is essential not to be overpowered, not just because it's obviously safer, but upwind travel will be easier and less power is easier to manage. A mid-size Hi Series, or Standard Skytiger is ideal to get familiar with control on solid ground in modest steady wind. Once you are confident that you can control the kite, then progress to Kite Buggy, Skis or Kite Board.
These kites produce considerable pull and are not suitable for inexperienced flyers. Always learn to control the kites before attempting kite traction activities. Sensible saftey precautions should be followed when flying these kites and protective clothing, especially sturdy shoes and a helmet should always be worn when using them for traction.
Read instructions and safety warnings in with every kite.