Wainman Hawaii ManiaC
Intro:
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Overview:
The ManiaC was initially conceptualized around the proven and classical C shaped traction kite design. Reengineered and tested to absolute perfection by the mystical and passionate touch of our product designers has resulted in an unparalleled final product. In a nutshell, ManiaC was designed to meet various necessary demands and to blend the unique spirit of the past together with the newest technical advantages using the latest computer aids.
Just by looking at it, you can ascertain that the ManiaC is a dedicated C-kite and this provides evidence to all experienced rider`s what they can generally expect from it. At the same time, it was designed by us from day one, using our understanding of designing the modern shaped kites and based on the knowledge of their limits – this helped us to surpass all the “imperfections” that we remembered from the older C-kites as well. This innovative combination of old school and new-school performance characteristics is appreciated and respected by our best test riders globally, and considered by them as one of the most complete and soulful designs ever developed.
ManiaC performance: This mystical machine provides riders radical performance characteristics that is expected from a pure C shape: generating amazing pop, direct feel and control, unhooked performance with flawless slack, hooked in boosting and freeride spirit not to mention a great mega looper! The kite is quite quick and reactive to the bar, yet very stable and predictable. The bar pressure is moderate and can be self-adjusted. For a C kite it really has plenty of depower and most importantly it flies where it should in the window in order to provide the freestyle slack and also the hang-time boost! It has superb re-launch characteristics by pulling one of steering lines when it is leading edge down in the water.
Each ManiaC size was designed and trimmed separately. There are differences in the profile, constructional tubes proportions, speed of turning and the amount of the pull on the bar in order to create the complete line of kites and avoid the surprise when switching to a different size.
On the stock setting, ManiaC operates on 4 lines only. There is 4 attachment points for the steering lines, in order to customize the speed of kites reaction to the bar and 3 attachment points for the front lines, that are there to adjust the feeling of the kite - combined by the amount of bar pressure, upwind performance, depower and radius and speed of kite`s turns. Additionally there is an option for the 5th line attachment with the V line connector and aftermarket 5th line kit designed for the ManiaC bar.
1. Kite Sizes (available in Black & Orange collection):
6.5m (recommended with S-bar)
8m (recommended with S-bar)
9.5m (recommended with M-bar)
11.5m (recommended with L-bar)
14m (recommended with L-bar)
2. ManiaC Kite Specs & Features:
Classic 5 strut C-kite with new school performance
Unparalleled freestyle/wakestyle performer
Unhooked performance with flawless slack
Hooked in booster and great mega looper
Single point inflation system called "the Vein Inflation System" (VIS) for rapid and easy inflation
Stock 4 line setup with easy relaunch (optional “V-line” set to be ordered separately)
3 trimming options on the front lines to called the "Feeling Spectrum" which gives you options of aggressive vs. relaxed, upwind vs downwind, lower vs higher bar pressure, fast turning vs wider turns
4 attachment points for the back lines, that are there to adjust the kite`s reaction to the bar (Slow to Fast)
Maniac canopy consists of 22 main panels made from the highest quality Teijin fabric.
LE produced with unmatched Dimension Polyant heavy cloth.
5 struts and the elbow tipped LE are attached together with round connections.
Double reinforced leading edge for increased durability
Lightweight and durable construction to maximize the aerodynamic efficiency
3. ManiaC Bar Specs & Features:
3 sizes:
S - Small (41.5cm shaft) - 21m (19m+2m) line set + additional 2m extension = total 23m
M- Medium (45cm shaft) - 23m (21m+2m) line set +additional 2m extension = total 25m
L - Large (48cm shaft) - 25m (23+2m) line set + additional 2m extension = total 27m
Simple, safe, functional - based on the proven Carrot Bar design now with a thinner shaft diameter
New ergonomic comfortable grip
Thinner EVA grip to assure maximized handle efficiency
New stainless steel center piece to minimize tearing of depower section and increase durability of PU tube
Modern, minimalistic graphics on the grip to ensure longer service life
100% depower upon flag out and convenient above the bar depower system
Multiple setup options to suite any riders preference - including safety, suicide, one release, double-depower and additional new option.
Wider/bigger chicken loop for easier hooking back while unhooked preferred riding
Stock 4 line setup with easy relaunch (optional “V-line” set to be ordered separately)
Pro "Handle Pass" Leash – longer in length than RG 2.0 leash
Spare part set
Increased durability of depower line section by double slicing the line and tightening PU tube
4. Kite Bag system:
Universal, high-end back pack bag manufactured with the heavier cloth in order to protect and increase kite longevity
Ventilation system
Waterproof pocket with water proof zippers
Kite bar compartment with additional pockets
Additional lightweight inner bag for better compression and lightweight airplane travels
Extra water proof accessory bag with zipper
5. ManiaC Package Consists of:
Kite
Bar with flying lines, extensions and spare parts
Kite bag
Inner bag
Pump
Spare part and water proof accessory bag
Repair kit
Maniac sticker set