The Brazilian Brothers are back with a fresh review—this time taking a quick look at the new F-One Bandit Brainchild. Right away, they note the thoughtful updates, from roomier kite bags to a cleaner inflate/deflate layout that makes setup easier. Watch below for the full review!
“The Brazilian Brothers deliver an enthusiastic first look at the F-One Bandit Brainchild, positioning it as the newest evolution of one of kiteboarding’s most iconic models. They kick things off by highlighting the practical touches, noting that the Brainchild bags are surprisingly spacious and make storing or packing kites easy—a major plus in their eyes. Once the kite is out, its bold red color stands out, and the updated inflate/deflate layout places both valves on opposite sides but close enough to interact with easily, avoiding the awkward placement seen on some other brands.” – Mac Kiteboarding
“In terms of ease of use, the Brothers call this the friendliest Bandit yet. The lighter steering pressure, faster turning, and cleaner response make it approachable for developing riders, while still offering enough performance for advanced freeriders. The kite also benefits from its versatility—one of its strongest traits—working well across twin-tip freeride, strapless surf, foiling, and general everyday sessions.”
Everywhere, anytime, in every condition.
The 18th edition of the iconic F-ONE BANDIT brings a fresh evolution while staying true to its DNA that riders know and love. Benefitting from Brainchild’s latest technologies, this new BANDIT is intuitive and predictable, delivering exceptional control and versatility in every session.
- Designed by Ralf Grösel, benefitting from all the cutting-edge Brainchild technologies
- Hybrid bridle system with fixed front pigtails and floating pulley on the tip for improved structural stiffness and ultra precise handling
- Increased aspect ratio for optimized airflow, smoother turning, and improved depower efficiency
- Quicker and more accessible, linear depower
- Very intuitive handling and predictable in all conditions
- Extremely light thanks to state-of-the-art materials
