The Kiteboarder Magazine

The Wainman Hawaii Rabbit 2.0 White Edition kites are low-aspect three-strut kites. These kites feature an adjustable bridle that can drastically change the feel and responsiveness of the kites.

There is a good chance that you have no idea who Franz Olry is.

Drew from Wainman Hawaii shows us the 2011 boards, the Joke and the Blunt.

Drew from Wainman Hawaii takes us through the Rabbit series of kites and the Wainman Hawaii control bar.

The Gypsy is a great all-around kite, performing equally well in the waves, unhooked, and for big air jumps.

In answering our questions, R&D Manager Mike Husky hinted at the possibility of some new Rabbits and even a single size of the long anticipated Wainman C-kite, but is keeping the details vague.

The Boss never seems to distort or flutter and is an amazingly smooth-feeling kite.

We tested the 9m Smoke in somewhat windy 15-20 mph conditions. Weighing in between 165-180 pounds, we trimmed the Smoke in a bit and it instantly flew with more power.