Bazzer Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 Ladies and Gentlemen big announcement time for the B Pro project, Up to now the finish work has all been done by the factory. From this day forth all B Pro's will be finished by me. Yes! Leading and trailing edges. I have reworked the Leading edge so that there are no hot cut edges. Everything is folded and smooth....yes we finally have it! The trailing edges are perfect and crisp. See attached photos, Well done Rev for moving forward, its great to work for a company that listens to its family. Bazzer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS Kite Stakes Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 Oh man Baz... That looks fantastic! I bet this will have a new day dawn, B Pros that almost fly themselves....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdilucca Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 Sweet Bazzer I can't wait to have my new limy pros :w00t: Cheers Mario Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JynxKites Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 Enough said? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnmitchell Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 Ladies and Gentlemen big announcement time for the B Pro project,snip... Really great news that fits the Pro perfectly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloo Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 Not sure if I recognise those kites However they do look NEAT. Well done Bazzer, and Rev. It is a WONDERFUL Day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dean750 Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 HEY!!!! Wheres mine? I'm waiting for that pic. LOL, Told ya I need my fix. I wasn't kidding in light of what you saw this morning..... Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antman Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 very nice work bazz.. does this also mean no more tears in the top mesh?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerochic Posted April 18, 2009 Report Share Posted April 18, 2009 Ohhhhh too cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauranyyfan Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 Hey Bazzer- Your work is awesome... can't wait to see this up close and personal!!!! You have definitely raised the bar, once again!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiteLife Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 Ant, the mesh tears aren't an issue with the quality or manufacturing. It's mishandling or abuse (i.e. crashes). I've not had damaged mesh on *any* of my Revs in nearly 10 years. The way they're physically handled and rolled up are the cause of these tears, along with repeated crashing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousieo Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 Ant, the mesh tears aren't an issue with the quality or manufacturing.It's mishandling or abuse (i.e. crashes). I've not had damaged mesh on *any* of my Revs in nearly 10 years. The way they're physically handled and rolled up are the cause of these tears, along with repeated crashing. Hi John.. good point.. and on that note, would you mind explaining exactly how the revs should be rolled up and put away.. for those who are still learning or just beginning .. I think it's a good thing for everyone to know.. . thanks, mousie And Congratsssssss to Bazzer, nicely done mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiteLife Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 When handling the kite, make sure your fingers don't stress the mesh (a very common occurrence - one of the biggest factors). Regular crashing compounds the likelihood of mesh break down. When you pack up the kite, there are two folds (where the rods pull apart)... Make sure you put at least 2" of space between the ends of the spars, so there is a good amount of unsparred leading edge. Shift the fold point periodically. Don't roll it up too tightly. Make sure the kite is rolled without crumpling the sail. Don't force it into the bag, twist it in, going with the way the kite is rolled so it doesn't expand. Focusing on these things should significantly extend the life of your mesh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousieo Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 When handling the kite, make sure your fingers don't stress the mesh (a very common occurrence - one of the biggest factors).Regular crashing compounds the likelihood of mesh break down. When you pack up the kite, there are two folds (where the rods pull apart)... Make sure you put at least 2" of space between the ends of the spars, so there is a good amount of unsparred leading edge. Shift the fold point periodically. Don't roll it up too tightly. Make sure the kite is rolled without crumpling the sail. Don't force it into the bag, twist it in, going with the way the kite is rolled so it doesn't expand. Focusing on these things should significantly extend the life of your mesh. Thanks John, I know you have talked about that at the clinics, but some may not have heard it and I think it helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiteLife Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 No worries, I cross posted it in the Tuning/Assembly section of the forum as a pinned topic too, just so it's easy to find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloo Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 John, can I clarify with you. When you say, dont roll too tightly, the trick you show on the B DVD, with linking the end of the bridle round the bottom pontd of the kite. Is this just right as far as tension or do you think maybe too tight? Just wanted to confirm, as this is the way I normaly roll my 1.5s up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiteLife Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 When you pull the bridle around, it shouldn't pinch the sail anywhere... Should be "just right", or not at all, imho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloo Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepster Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 Hey Bazzer-Your work is awesome... can't wait to see this up close and personal!!!! You have definitely raised the bar, once again!!! Yes Baz, your work is awesome. But, about that raising the bar stuff!!! You and Ben are cruel!!! First you tweak stuff a little here and then a little there. And then, like the country song suggests, I'm coveting the next new thing. Bought a spare set of handles ... right away the pro handles came out. Bought a Gold and Raspberry SUL (white center) and then the black center, symmetrical Gold and Raspberry comes out. Thought long and hard before buying a Lime #4 Pro mid-vent, and now, not only are you doing the entire kite, but there's an assortment of fades available. Plus, you're signing the leading edge prominently so that everyone will know that I have one of the "older" out-of-date Pro kites. So, please let me enjoy my "new" stuff a little longer before you tickle my fickle nature with newer stuff. And yes, it is raining today and I don't like that either. Pfmfph, Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antman Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 i havent had any mesh problems in a while so mabie im doing it right .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big bri Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 Yes Baz, your work is awesome. But, about that raising the bar stuff!!! You and Ben are cruel!!! First you tweak stuff a little here and then a little there. And then, like the country song suggests, I'm coveting the next new thing. Bought a spare set of handles ... right away the pro handles came out. Bought a Gold and Raspberry SUL (white center) and then the black center, symmetrical Gold and Raspberry comes out. Thought long and hard before buying a Lime #4 Pro mid-vent, and now, not only are you doing the entire kite, but there's an assortment of fades available. Plus, you're signing the leading edge prominently so that everyone will know that I have one of the "older" out-of-date Pro kites. So, please let me enjoy my "new" stuff a little longer before you tickle my fickle nature with newer stuff. And yes, it is raining today and I don't like that either. Pfmfph, Tom Hello Tom,hows it going pal.Hope the Mrs is well and your good self. Fair point mate on the changes.I thought electrical stuff was a fast market for change.Ive only flown my $1200 set twice and now ther not only old models,thers a Super Pro Version. Its seems a very Obvious improvement and Bravo for the upgrade on the kite.Ile keep an eye on the MK1s i have and see if they wear,fray,,,,,,, Nice work Bazzer BRIAN... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beach Posted April 19, 2009 Report Share Posted April 19, 2009 Thank you Bazzer and your right we here do listen and we do the best we can....... Ben :blue-cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepster Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 Hello Tom,hows it going pal.Hope the Mrs is well and your good self.Fair point mate on the changes.I thought electrical stuff was a fast market for change.Ive only flown my $1200 set twice and now ther not only old models,thers a Super Pro Version. Its seems a very Obvious improvement and Bravo for the upgrade on the kite.Ile keep an eye on the MK1s i have and see if they wear,fray,,,,,,, Nice work Bazzer BRIAN... Hello my friend, We're both doing well, thanks for asking. It really was an obvious improvement! But ... darn ... I've only flown my Pro once. Please tell Deb hello. Cheers, Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REVflyer Posted April 21, 2009 Report Share Posted April 21, 2009 Smooth edges on the leading edge and at the corners is a great step forward,.. Thanks Bazz and Rev! how about a little belt-loop shaped COVER placed over the bottom elastic knots? Can you sew it down as 3 mountain tops with two valleys between? That way the stick can't wiggle around in a sudden gust and you can still reach underneath to tune elastic tension easily when needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cerfvoliste Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 Is there a "B Pro" colorizer out there anywere? Rx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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