T-Delta kite

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Basically this is a 10ft wingspan tunnel-keel delta with a permanently-attached tapering tail. It is an interesting idea which I have come to appreciate more each time I fly it.  The kite looks stunning in the air and flies well, the reduction in set-up time due to the attached tail is helpful, and altogether it’s an excellent kite.  Unfortunately, Premier have discontinued it in favour of several versions in cheaper printed fabric which I think looks quite nasty.  If you can still find one of the originals, it’s well worth having.  List price (2013)  $139.