Airush One 2012

Refined for 2012, the Airush ONE Kite features improved jumping characteristics and better upwind performance while retaining its lightning quick turning speed, direct bar feel and park and ride performance. The combination of its minimal weight and deep canopy profile allow the ONE to be incredibly efficient in light wind conditions and ultra stable and predictable in strong winds -translating into a durable, yet lightweight kite, that delivers exceptional plug and play simplicity, massive depower range, and unmatched stability in a simple and affordable package.

 

ONE Strut Technology

By increasing the overall sweep of the leading edge, combined with a proportional increase in the diameter of the frame, we are able to achieve a very lightweight canopy that maximizes both the turning surfaces and power generating surfaces of the kite, for an increased power-to-weight ratio.

 

V3- Bridle System

The performance of the ONE is enhanced by the V3 bridle system. A very short, single V connection for the front line bridle supports the canopy, and is nearly impossible to get caught on the wingtips, which allows for 100% depower and enables the kite to be steered and controllable when the kite is completely depowered. Utilizing a series of pulleys, the V3 bridle system allows complete 5-line depower on a 4-line bar. By permitting the front line tow points to rotate forward, the kite can pivot off the front lines into a flat, powerless position when the bar is released in an emergency situation. Extremely useful in self-landing situations, the V3 system maximizes the security of controlled self-landings, even in high wind conditions. Used in conjunction with the SMART bar control system and BRAIN Quick release system, the ONE offers a performance ride with peace of mind.

 

Features

- Short and simple V3 bridle

- Plug and play simplicity

- 2-pump convenience (no need for complex one-pump tubing)

- Hardcore construction details

- Tunable bar throw and bar pressure options

- Wide wind range

- Very affordable

 

Compared to the 2011 One

- More direct feel on bar

- Shorter bar throw

- More pivotal turning

- Sits slightly further forward in the window

- More low end power

- Less tendency to back stall