christian Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I would be grateful of some opinions from those more experienced than me. I am a beginner and I am about to purchase some gear. I am 85 Kgs & 1.7m I have narrowed it down to the Polini engine on either the Bailey, the Fresh Breeze or the Kobra. They all appear to be of similar quality and are all similar prices. So what are the pros & cons of each manufacturer? My criteria are as follows: Fight geometry Robustness After sales service Comfort Ease of breakdown Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Dont know all the machines personally bit I would be favouring the fresh breeze. (ps I haven't got one or sell them just going on what I have seen and heard) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irm750 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 At the risk of complicating your decision further, I have seen and heard about the new Bulldog Spirit Polini so you might want to add that to your list! I also hear that if it's not on sale yet then it soon will be. Worth contacting Clive Bunce if you are interested. Ian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
touch107fm Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I got my polini from Clive, Top bloke went through everything with me. Even sent me a spare part half way around the world for free!! Drop him a email if your after a polini. Check out the videos he has posted of the polini. D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquatix Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Kobra machines are extremely robust, comfortable, and the after sales service is superb. Each of your shortlist will have a different geometry and 'feel' though, so ideally you should try them on your back whilst walking / running, and hanging from something to simulate the flight position. This is more important than a couple of kg difference in weight or thrust on a spec sheet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukebanks1 Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 I would recommend the Bulldog from Clive Bunce. I have flown it and it is excellent. A lot of thought has gone into the harness geometry etc. It looks great too. Remember try before you buy! Regards, Luke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgy Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Just to throw one more into the mix Sorry!!! not sure on the price tho. I have just seen the new Bailey light wieght four stroke. And it's super light 27kg i think all up. Bailey excelent quailty in every way. Bailey after sales have in my case been super.. All Bailey harness are made by sup air... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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