Slingshot slingwing NXT review

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[@Mr.kitefoiler]

nice

[@dcmackintosh]

I think some questions many people will have are: Are they worth close to double the cost of a V4 or V5 wing? Lighter and stiffer, yes, but are they also more durable? Would they allow me to reduce the size of my quiver, say from three to two? Maybe greatest benefit for your largest size, lightest wind, only? How about repairs? I haven't tried any of the Alula wings or kites yet myself, looking forward to it.

[@peaplecreative]

All very reasonable questions, think it largely depends on where you wing and the conditions you wing in. Aluula is popular in Florida, 2/3 of the year we use 5.5 and up depending on rider weight and I think if folk can afford it, they will pay for that extra medium-light wind performance. The V4 and now the V5 are excellent wings and if I winged where it would take a daily beating and its over 20+mph a lot, then I would seriously look at all the values. I have torn a few canopies and leading edges from shore pound and trying tricks on most V version wings.

[@AkSeapilot]

having now spent some time on v4 alula and v5 standard, what are you using the most or are you having a significant preference for either of them? Of course it could matter that you only have certain size ie 5.5 for light wind in alula and v5 in other.. ie what is your current go to favorite?