2025 F-One Bandit Limited Edition by BrianChild Kiteboarding Kite

Includes: Kite, Bag, Repair Kit and Manual

2025 F-One Bandit Limited Edition by BrianChild Kite

Freeride | Allround

The BANDIT by Brainchild delivers unprecedented sensations, with a lighter, more responsive kite and an impressive bar feedback. With its revolutionary design and concepts, this kite embodies a perfect fusion of technological innovation and
passion and opens the way to new performances on the water, while keeping its legendary DNA.
• The perfect combination of our legendary BANDIT and the revolutionary BRAINCHILD technologies
• Lightweight, ultra-responsive and stable kite in all conditions
• Absolute control and reduced traction in strong winds
• Impressive upwind performance in the low end
• Precise and light bar feel
• Floaty hangtime and exceptional handling for kite loops

An exciting new opportunity is on the horizon with the advent of a new kite manufacturing facility in Northern Macedonia in Southeastern Europe, headed by renowned kite designer Ralf Grösel . The new production facility, named BrainChild, is distinguished by its adaption of state-of-the-art assembly technologies and an unprecedented commitment to ecology, offering an environmental record unmatched in the kiteboarding world.

From the very first tests of BrainChild- produced kited, F-One discovered totally new potential for reactivity and in-flight performance, prompting F-One to consider a new version of their famous Bandit. After studying and adapting the designs to this innovative technology, the Bandit has evolved considerably, offering a whole new range of sensations.

In addition to the use of the innovative techniques like welding at the seams, as well as of new materials, the kites are now digitally printed instead of using typical screen-printing processes. The freedom offered by this printing process allows F-One to explore new and unique graphics and colors. 

This Bandit’s high end benefits from a significant improvement in comfort and control. An innovative feature of this kite is, when sheeted out, its unique ability to move toward the edge of the window, significantly reducing the amount of traction felt. The difference is clearly perceptible when attempting to ride upwind in strong winds, with a noticeable reduction in the traction exerted on the back and legs. In the low end, the kite is optimally positioned in the window, offering stable, consistent traction and a better upwind angle.

This configuration also works wonders when sending the kite back to 12 for a jump. This Bandit’s ability to climb high and to offer a floaty hang time, combined with its exceptional handling and turning quality, making it an ideal kite for kite loops. Finally, the bar feel is lighter and more precise throughout the entire wind range.

Even lighter, more responsive and more powerful, the Bandit by BrianChild is the start of a generation of kites that will revolutionize the sport.