makatakam Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 .............................and once you try one, you'll like it! Got a full sail last September and am already considering completing the suite. Oh, my.......................... Back, back -- it's a trap I tell ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchkiel Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 I'd like to know more about the flight characteristics of the NYM compared to the B and B-Pro (if different from the . I've been flying about 3 years on a set 1.5 SLE's (std, sul, vented) with 2, 3, and 4 wraps. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makatakam Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 Hi, Mitch, and welcome to the forum. The best way I can describe it is that it feels "softer". Really can't describe it more accurately. Best way to do it is try one. Compared to an SLE, it feels lighter, smoother and quicker, but has all the precision you have become accustomed to. Normal frame set is green race rods, but you can get with whatever you prefer. The full sail handles a little bit less wind quite nicely, and with diamond rods in it should fly in next to nothing. Also check out the Revolution Kites forum, as well as IKE (Illinois Kite Enthusiasts). IKE is also the home of team 180GO! Get out to some festivals and try one. There are many Rev kiters who have the NYM, and you can try one before you buy. Best way to find out is to give it a test drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave362 Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 I have the full sail NYM and really like it. Very smooth and responsive. The sail pattern ( I have red) looks great in the sky. Mitch, I realize you asked for a comparison, but I just couldn't resist jumping in here and doing a bit of the happy dance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Buckeye Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 I just got myself a NYM (standard), and I know I may be in the back of the bus, but better late than never. I got the Green Race Rods, and the 3 wrap rods with the kite, and my main question is how much flex or bow can the Green Race Rods take? I fly my Revolution B Series with Black Race Rods in about the same wind, and don't get the flex or bow I get from the Green Race Rods, and was wondering if the flex or bow of the kite effects its flight ability, and how much is a bad thing. When should I be switching to a stiffer rod in higher wind or is there a learning curve to the Green Race Rods, maybe I should be using more brake? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnmitchell Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 I was one of the testers of the Green Race Rod before they went on the market. I tried practically everything to break them in flight without success. The only instance I know of them breaking was underwater flying by Rich. I suspect you could break one by ramming it into to a sizable rock on the ground. Yes, they are tough. My experience on comparing the black to green is that the black flexes more and it is lighter thus good for lighter winds. Others may have other experiences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portlandflyer Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Yep - they'll bow, but not so much to break. All the race rods have a bit more flex than any "wrap" rod, but like John said, they are just about indestructible. I use my set almost exclusively in my X/V with no issues at all. Really you have 2 sets that are almost equal in strength, just different in flex. What "B" model do you have? I ask because unless you really love the graphic, I would get something I didn't have (mid, F/V), before I got another standard. Increases your ability to adjust based on winds. IMHO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Buckeye Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Yep - they'll bow, but not so much to break. All the race rods have a bit more flex than any "wrap" rod, but like John said, they are just about indestructible. I use my set almost exclusively in my X/V with no issues at all. Really you have 2 sets that are almost equal in strength, just different in flex. What "B" model do you have? I ask because unless you really love the graphic, I would get something I didn't have (mid, F/V), before I got another standard. Increases your ability to adjust based on winds. IMHO! This is my "B" from TKC I want to get his pattern in mid, and full vent next as I really like this style. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnmitchell Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 This is my "B" from TKC I want to get his pattern in mid, and full vent next as I really like this style. Contact first your Rev Kite dealer on what you want. If no luck call Lolly at Revolution, she can have it made for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awindofchange Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Get in touch with Dave at the Kite Connection and he can get your vented's in those same colors. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amexpmh Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 This past weekend I flew my whole set of NYMs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onyx Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 Any updates? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makatakam Posted December 28, 2017 Report Share Posted December 28, 2017 16 hours ago, onyx said: Any updates? @onyx Can you be more specific? I'll answer your questions if I can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REVflyer Posted December 29, 2017 Report Share Posted December 29, 2017 Black race rods were originally designed for the strength of 3 wraps and weight of 2s, (with a flex in-between a crossbow to an english long bow) generally used in a mid vent or full sailed kites The green Race coating was added and offered for sale to toughen 'em up even more,... they were' affectionately called Rich Race Rods because Rich Comras would try to break them underwater! generally used in a mid-vented sail or higher-ended wind range With more experience you can try mixing the tubes to place more or less flex as desired w/i threading edge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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