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2012 F-One Bandit 5



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2012 Bandit 5 F-One
2012 Bandit 5 F-One
2012 Bandit 5 F-One
2012 Bandit 5 F-One

2012 F-One Bandit 5
Sku: SS B55
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Our goal is not to offer just a versatile kite but rather the best kite for each discipline and style of rider.
  • One pump collar value
  • Kite tuning
  • Skin reinforcement
  • Safety system
  • Profile batten end tip

Since the first generation Bandit we have been commited to offering one single kite in our range. Our goal is not to offer just a versatile kite but rather the best kite for each discipline and style of rider, from the beginner to the pro athlete. To be successful in all areas is a real challenge from an R&D perspective; this process is proving to be much more complex than developing several highly specialized kites. The most difficult challenge faced with the B5 was to improve from the B4 in all areas without losing any of its qualities - an extremely tough call that is ongoing. 

One pump collar value: Easier to remove and put back. Practical during bladder replacement.

Kite tuning: 2 different positions for back lines. Front: more bar pressure, slower turning kite. Back: lighter bar pressure, faster turning kite. 

Kevlar reinforcement on leading edge: Most seams on the leading edge are now reinforced with Kevlar to prevent the seams to deteriorate on aggressive ground friction.

Skin reinforcement: Each skin sewing is reenforced on its front by a self-adhesive Dacron.

Safety system: The general safety system has been kept the same: UPS with Velcro quick release, the big advantage is its and-proof nature. We regularly improve our safety system: this year the chicken loop is equipped with a new injected finger, stiffer, easier to rotate and adjustable in length.

Profile leading edge end tips: The leading edge tips are profiled and have a reduced diameter to avoid any bridles tangling and drag effect.

Profile batten end tip: A new batten closing system enables to reduce its diameter in order to decrease the drag. A small batten ensures the closing and holding in position.

F.one pulley: Pulley structure is extremely resistant. Bridle is integrated in the lower part of the pulley, working in its axle and not sideways. Pulleys can be removed independently from the bridle, you can change the bridle and keep the pulley or vice versa.

Vertical cut batten: The B5 struts are designed with a vertical cut in order to optimize the strength/diameter ratio.

Model
Manufacturer F-One 
Manufacturer Part Number SS B55 
Brand F-One 
Year 2012 
Condition  New 
Key Specifications
Shape Hybrid 
Bar and Lines Complete, Kite Only 
Size 05 Meter, 06 Meter, 07 Meter, 08 Meter, 09 Meter, 10 Meter, 11 Meter, 12 Meter, 14 Meter 
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