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Bandit 18

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F-One's all-round freeride kite, now in its eighteenth version. It gives up a little speed for more control and comfort, and has a stronger Dacron leading edge. Meant to suit riders from their first sessions to kiteloops and strapless.

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Size	6 m²	7 m²	8 m²	9 m²	10 m²	12 m²	14 m²
MSRP	1,290 EUR	1,340 EUR	1,390 EUR	1,490 EUR	1,590 EUR	1,690 EUR	1,740 EUR
Wind range	30+ kt	25+ kt	25–35 kt	15–30 kt	12–26 kt	11–24 kt	8–18 kt
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Compatible bars: F-One Atom
Colours: FlameLilac
Technology: Dacron leading edgeFlushed pump valvePulley bridleStaggered seams
Spec source: f-one.world

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