Question 1

Could I kiteboard on a skimboard with this?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately no, this would not be a good fit for kiteboarding or skim boarding. While the larger Synapse 170 or 200 might have enough pull in the right wind, none of the Synapses are designed to come into contact with water - if they get wet, you'll likely need to fish your kite out of the water and allow it to dry before you'll be able to fly again. Keep an eye out for our upcoming water-relaunchable kite, the Mentor, which would work for this and should be available in the next couple of weeks.

Question 2

Can i fly using this kite? like if i jump from a tall cliff? thanks

Accepted Answer

No!  This kite is not large enough to carry you. However, when you are in an open field or at the beach, you will feel the power of the wind.  But not enough to lift you or pull you like the larger surf kites

Question 3

Would you recommend longer replacement string for the synapse 140? Curious if the kite offers a different experience at greater altitudes?

Accepted Answer

We've paired this kite with 80 feet of flying line as we feel that length provides a nice balance between speed and usability for the Synapse 140. If you add longer lines, the wind window will become larger and the kite will have more distance to cover to get from one side of the window to the other (making it feel slower by contrast). The more line there is between you and your kite, the more the interplay between the wind and the lines will affect your ability to control the kite. The jump from 80' to 100' might not produce a noticeable change in how controllable your kite is, but much more than 120' or so and it may become an issue.

Overall, I wouldn't say that flying this kite higher in the air is going to offer much reward. Dual line kites spend more time directly in front of you than they do overhead, so you might be better served by finding a location with smooth wind at ground level than you would with longer lines if your goal is to have a 'better' flying experience.

Definitely feel free to contact us via prismkites.com if you'd like to discuss more, we're happy to help!

Question 4

Does this kite come with lines/wrist straps included?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it does come with line and wrist straps.

ASIN	B0B1LCW195
Age Range Description	Youth
Best Sellers Rank	#37,679 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #50 in Kites
Brand Name	Prism Kite Technology
Color	Cilantro
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (352)
Frame Material Type	Frameless
Included Components	Kite, spindle and string, accessories
Item Dimensions L x W	53"L x 20"W
Item Type Name	Prism Kite Technology Synapse Dual-line Parafoil Kite - An ideal entry level kite for kids and adults to dual-line kiting, Cilantro, SYN140
Line Weight	80
Manufacturer	Prism Kite Technology
Manufacturer Part Number	SYN140-22
Material Type	Polyester
Model Number	SYN140-22
Size	140
Theme	Kiting
UPC	753677297401
Warranty Description	Please contact manufacturer for warranty information

Prism Kite Technology Synapse Dual-line Parafoil Kite - an Ideal Entry Level Kite for Kids and Adults to Dual-line Kiting

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