The F-One BANDIT 17 TEC is the new generation of F-ONE's most legendary kite. Introduces the CODE-TEC fabric that makes it lighter and more reactive than ever. Versatile across all disciplines—strapless, foil, Big Air, freeride, and waves—combining performance, lightness, maneuverability, and impressive vertical boost.
The F-One BANDIT 17 TEC is the new edition of F-ONE's iconic kite, fruit of two years of R&D and packed with innovations. More feel and more performance, in the kite that has defined the brand for nearly two decades.
CODE-TEC Fabric. The new CODE-TEC offers an exceptional combination of lightness and strength. With less elongation and greater tear resistance, it delivers superior structural rigidity that minimizes deformation under load. The result is more precise and direct feel, more reactive handling, and a kite that holds its shape in any condition. This material is the heart of the new BANDIT TEC and marks the start of a new era for this kite.
In the water. More versatile than ever, it adapts perfectly to all disciplines: strapless, foil, Big Air, freeride, waves. Reactive and precise, with just enough bar feel to sense every kite move without forcing. In strong wind it positions itself at the edge of the window maintaining constant frontal drive without lateral pull, with notable upwind that frees the board and saves energy. In low-end it offers maximum support spread between harness and back, unloading your arms to sail effortlessly. Jumps are a joy: strong and vertical boost with great amplitude, and easier kiteloops thanks to its reactivity and balanced drive that allows smooth landings in any wind.
| Size | Orientation (wind) |
|---|---|
| 6 m² | Strong wind / light riders |
| 7 m² | Strong wind / light riders |
| 8 m² | Strong wind / light riders |
| 9 m² | Medium wind, versatile |
| 10 m² | Medium wind, versatile |
| 11 m² | Light wind / maximum low-end |
| 12 m² | Light wind / maximum low-end |
| 14 m² | Light wind / maximum low-end |
Available in three colorways: A - Onyx, B - Mint, and C - Lilac.
How we see it at El Niño Mallorca. The Bandit 17 TEC is the kite for everything: if you are only going to have one in your quiver, this is it. Jumps high, goes plenty upwind, and forgives during learning. For Alcúdia and Pollença bay, a 9-12 m² covers most days. If you want help building a quiver based on your weight and level, write to us on WhatsApp or drop by the store.
