Description
The legend, lighter and more precise
The BANDIT Brainchild is an evolution of F-ONE's best-known kite that keeps the DNA riders love. Thanks to the latest technologies, Brainchild is intuitive and predictable, with exceptional control and versatility: it debuts hybrid bridles for a more direct connection, the highest aspect ratio a Bandit has ever had, and lighter fabrics that improve response without changing the familiar feel.
Hybrid bridles · Medium aspect ratio · Brainchild technologies · 6 to 14 m² · Lava colour
Who it's for
- Riders who want a single kite for freeride, jumping, waves and technical progression.
- Anyone looking for crisp bar feel and consistent steering across the whole wind range.
- Intermediate riders and above who value the lightness and response of Brainchild materials.
What makes it special
01 Designed by Ralf Grösel
Developed with all of Brainchild's cutting-edge technologies without losing the Bandit essence.
02 Hybrid bridles
Fixed front bridle legs and a floating pulley at the wingtip: more structural stiffness and ultra-precise handling.
03 Higher aspect ratio
Optimises airflow for smoother turns and more efficient depower.
04 Fast, linear depower
More accessible and with more precise positioning in the wind window.
05 Intuitive and predictable
It reacts the same in light wind as at the top end of its range, which gives confidence in any conditions.
06 Extremely light
The latest-generation materials improve response and bar feel.
Where it shines: Freeride, jumping, waves and twintip in all kinds of conditions, from light wind with the big sizes to very strong days with the small ones.
Sizes and wind ranges
| SIZE | WIND RANGE | BAR | WEIGHT* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 m² | 25 to 40 knots | 45 cm | 1.98 kg |
| 7 m² | 23 to 40 knots | 45 cm | 2.14 kg |
| 8 m² | 20 to 35 knots | 45 cm | 2.31 kg |
| 9 m² | 15 to 30 knots | 45 cm | 2.47 kg |
| 10 m² | 12 to 26 knots | 45 cm | 2.67 kg |
| 11 m² | 11 to 24 knots | 45 cm | 2.79 kg |
| 12 m² | 10 to 22 knots | 52 cm | 2.92 kg |
| 14 m² | 8 to 20 knots | 52 cm | 3.26 kg |
*Weight of the kite only. Official F-ONE data. If you are between two sizes, the smaller one will give you more control in gusts and the larger one more power in marginal wind; you'll find more help in our guide to choosing your kite size. Check the selector for the sizes and colours available in store.
Technology and construction
- Delta C Shape: F-ONE's patented design for almost two decades, maximising the aerodynamic performance and depower of the sail.
- Medium aspect ratio: a balance between stability, response and manoeuvrability: the foundation of a versatile kite.
- Tufflite: Dacron fabric with exceptional qualities that makes kites both stiff and manageable.
- Pro Weld: patented welding process developed by Ralf Grösel himself.
- Brainchild valve: wide, eco-friendly one-point inflation system with good airflow and fast inflation.
- F-ONE pulleys: exclusive and moulded in a single piece, highly resistant to ageing and abrasion.
- Digital printing: Brainchild's own process with Eco Solvent ink that uses four times less water than dyed fabrics.
- Automatic relaunch: the kite comes out of the water quickly and with just the right pull.
Bandit Brainchild on the water
Which one to choose?
- Bandit TEC: the Bandit with last season's CODE-TEC fabric, still with some sizes in store; a very complete option for freeride.
- Banger QuadX: three struts and a QuadX leading edge with more of a Big Air focus; choose it if jumping is your priority.
- Breeze Tec: a single strut and very light; the alternative for light wind and kitefoil.
Pair it with: the Atom Bar SK99 or Atom Bar, the Spark twintip, the Mitu Pro surfboard and the Brainchild pump adapter.
Frequently asked questions
What do the hybrid bridles bring?+
They combine fixed front bridle legs with a floating pulley at the wingtip. This gives the kite more stiffness and precision without losing the progressive depower that characterises the Bandit.
Is it suitable for waves and strapless?+
Yes. F-ONE designs it for all disciplines and conditions: its drift and precise steering also work well when surfing, although if you only ride waves the Addikt is more specialised.
Which bar do I need?+
F-ONE recommends a 45 cm bar for the 6 to 11 m² sizes and a 52 cm bar for the 12 and 14 m². The Atom Bar lets you switch between the two lengths without tools.
Do I need an adapter to inflate it?+
It has a Brainchild valve. If your pump doesn't have the right nozzle, the Brainchild pump adapter solves the connection.
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