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Slingshot RPM

2026

The open-C icon of a freestyle generation

FreestyleFreerideIntermediateAdvancedPro

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Brand

Slingshot

Struts

Sizes

6–14 m²

Frame

Dacron frame

Construction

Type: Tube kite
Struts: 3
Frame: Dacron frame
Model line since: 2009

Specs: slingshotsports.com ↗ · Report a spec issue

KSO Editorial Scores

The same ten characteristics, scored 1–10 for every kite in the index — comparable across all brands. How we rate →

Jump / Boost8/10

Hangtime6/10

Turning speed8/10

Bar pressure6/10

Relaunch7/10

Wave drift5/10

Unhooked pop9/10

Low-end power6/10

Upwind drive7/10

Ease of use6/10

Preliminary editorial scores — final confirmation pending.

Model years

Sizes & RRP

6 m²7 m²8 m²9 m²10 m²11 m²12 m²14 m²

Available

About this kite

The RPM defined open-C freestyle for a generation of riders and its twelfth version keeps the faith: crisp pop, dependable slack and that direct, connected steering feel its loyalists refuse to give up. It remains one of the most versatile competition-capable kites ever made.

About Slingshot

Slingshot

Slingshot is a US watersports brand producing kites, boards, wings, foils and wakeboards.

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