Catheh Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 Hello! i'm considering buying my first buggy (so i dont have to fight with BF over his anymore!) I was looking at Secta Fossil Kite Buggy which i'm really tempted by, its alot more expensive than i'd orginally budgeted for, but I think i'd rather have a decent buggy that will last a while, than a cheap one that'ull fall apart. I'm at ABC beginner level and am trying to aquire a flexifoil skytiger 26, and probably not up for tricks JUST yet Just wanted something sturdy for crusing around in. wondered if anyone had any advice for me on this, which you all probably do. Boyfreind has stuck a big fat "NO" on everything peter lynn! But was also looking at a libre V-max. I'm not a little slip of a thing, by any standards, so something that can take a few extra spare tires along for the ride Also quite short in height, about 5'2" so i have small stumpy legs, what would you dudes reccomend for me? Quote
Sparhawk Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 I have no knowledge of the Secta buggies Im afraid but you will not go wrong with a VMAX. If you are buggying on the beach you might want to consider stainless but Libre stainless is Very expensive - I know that the Wind Dragon is being extensively tested at the moment at http://www.atmospherekites.com - could also be worth a look ? Good call on the peter lynn stuff. Quote
Catheh Posted September 9, 2005 Author Report Posted September 9, 2005 i will check that out thanks mate Quote
tigertim Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 I've not actually seen these in the flesh but they look fantastic and I would seriously consider one for my next buggy. Their a new manufacturer and at the end of the day the only way they will get better known is if people start buying and talking about them. This could be a cheaper way of getting one. Theres one on ebay up for grabs - brand new and customisable to your requirements. Do a search on secta buggy and it will come up (only a day or so left - currently £185). If anyone out there hasn't seen them check out their website: http://www.sectakites.com The V-Max would be an excellent and established choice too, also the Libre Special. Quote
Kiteboyza Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 http://www.sectakites.com/?Page=PHU_NEWS_ARTICLE Link to Secta. They look damm expensive for very average gear and not made of stainless. The Fossil is £470. I would go with a Cameleon(they are hard to get but will last for ever) or a Libre Vmax;) Quote
Lovekylie Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 I would go for the V-max at £389.95 http://www.airbossworld.co.uk/Librekites.htm Quote
Guest appo Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 sorry.... anything but. Was so upset and dissapointed in the secta buggy. I had the yellow one pictured in this months powerkite mag on loan from stuart @ secta earlier this year. If you want a nice cruse buggy.... has to be the vmax, and no i dont ride a vmax now. I dont want to go into to much detail because the guys at secta are real nice folk. i suggest before making a purchase on any buggy, go out and look and try the ones your interested in. Quote
nesbitt_bub1 Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 thanks appo how much did you want for that old parastorm? and how badly is it damaged? Might be up at RC tomorrow, lowtide 3pm ish.... you going to be about? Quote
foil-ed again Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 Wind Dragon looks good value to me....its probably going to be my next purchase. Check out Sparhawks link and manufacturers at http://www.winddragon.co.uk/home.htm Quote
nesbitt_bub1 Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 appo do you think the wind dragon looks like that preditor buggy? seriously thinking about making Catheh buy that buggy Quote
Catheh Posted September 9, 2005 Author Report Posted September 9, 2005 hahaha you are love i'm seriously considering the wind dragon and BF (nesbitt_bub1) just said to me because i'll have to get a custon headstem (for being a midget) re-sale value should be ok! (should we ever spilt up, so pessimistic!) Thanks guys! Quote
Sparhawk Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 appo do you think the wind dragon looks like that preditor buggy? From what I hear - it is as well made nesbitt If I manage to get me hands on it - I will give you an honest review Quote
Catheh Posted September 9, 2005 Author Report Posted September 9, 2005 from what i can tell that means its pretty well made, i haven't been able to break nesbitt in! Like having a wild horse around the house! not complaining though, at least things dont get boring! hahahaa he does bounce, I'd love to hear your review though, i'm looking to buy one in the next couple of weeks at the latest, because i have the money now, and i'm too good at spending it! Quote
Sparhawk Posted September 9, 2005 Report Posted September 9, 2005 I MEANT It is as well made as the predator was We don't need to hear about horse and rider fantasies thank you Quote
Catheh Posted September 9, 2005 Author Report Posted September 9, 2005 Behave. whoops my mis-read LoL Quote
makka Posted September 10, 2005 Report Posted September 10, 2005 Secta buggys are nice, powder coated to a range of colours, however I doubt if you would ever freestyle in one..... much to heavy. I do think it would almost last forever though, and you can upgrade various bits and bobs on it which is nice! Quote
Guest appo Posted September 10, 2005 Report Posted September 10, 2005 Secta buggys are nice, powder coated to a range of colours, however I doubt if you would ever freestyle in one..... much to heavy. I do think it would almost last forever though, and you can upgrade various bits and bobs on it which is nice! Can i ask if you riden a secta buggy?? or have you ever owned one?? and you defo cant freestyle one, takes 2 people to lift the axle!!! Quote
lazarus Posted September 10, 2005 Report Posted September 10, 2005 as appo said they are nice guys at secta and they have heard my views on their buggys. personally i would never buy any of there current range. if you want to know more of my views pm me, I don't think its right to bad mouth their buggy in the open forum. Quote
nesbitt_bub1 Posted September 10, 2005 Report Posted September 10, 2005 yeah i fully agree with you guys about the bad mouthing, was looking at the secta because it looked nice and if it's heavy then it's going to make a nice cruising bug. I saw them at redcar and the bug seemed nice although i didn't have a ride. thanks for all the help Quote
Trikbitz Posted September 10, 2005 Report Posted September 10, 2005 I have a pagona for sale running on barrows with one of my backrests fitted PM for details Quote
tigertim Posted September 10, 2005 Report Posted September 10, 2005 as appo said they are nice guys at secta and they have heard my views on their buggys. personally i would never buy any of there current range. if you want to know more of my views pm me, I don't think its right to bad mouth their buggy in the open forum. Why not? We bad mouth everyone else, I especially bad mouth the company that hosts this forum! At the end of the day every one has opinions, so why not voice them. Looking at them they don't look any good for freestyle... fine by me... but there can't be too much wrong with them for cruising or racing??? Quote
nesbitt_bub1 Posted September 10, 2005 Report Posted September 10, 2005 no tim.... only inexpirienced people, and the people that think there kit is the best bad mouth everyone else.... none and i repeat none of the club members/ organisers or the sponsored riders slag any other company off without a real reason. Quote
NealC Posted September 11, 2005 Report Posted September 11, 2005 I have the Fossil and have ridden the Fussion susspension version. Everyone is right in saying that it's not designed for freestyle but for cruising and racing its spot on. I cant fault it. It is on the heavy side but that makes it a real solid ride and gives alot of stability. Quote
Batho_777 Posted September 11, 2005 Report Posted September 11, 2005 You could always buy my Libre Truck. It comes with the big and small axle and also the grooved slick Cadkats! http://community.flexifoil.com/showthread.php?t=79137 Will even be travelling near Leeds on Friday to collect new buggy so could deliver! What more can I say! Steve Quote
lazarus Posted September 11, 2005 Report Posted September 11, 2005 I have the Fossil and have ridden the Fussion susspension version. Everyone is right in saying that it's not designed for freestyle but for cruising and racing its spot on. I cant fault it. It is on the heavy side but that makes it a real solid ride and gives alot of stability. how tall are you? it nearly brought a tear to my eyes when i sat in one and discovered the end of the goosneck trying to pulverise me nadgers, then i discovered i could bearly reach the front wheel. I'm 5'6" ok i'm not giant, but i'm not a midget either. it just felt all wrong to me (though admittedly we didn't really get off on the right foot) and tigertim, you may bad mouth to all who'll read it, but i dont, if some thing works well for me i'll tell people about, if it didn't go well for me then the feed back goes to those who can do some thing constructive with it, any one else who wants detail to go with my dislike can ask me. as for the secta buggy it was wrong to me in many ways, but that just my view, nealc sounds like he's getting along fine with his (though he is selling them so make of that what you will). Quote
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