Is the Synapse 140 good for a beginner?

Yes. It needs no assembly and steers predictably, and owners report kids flying loops within minutes. Expect a short learning curve on launching and line handling.

How does it differ from a framed stunt kite?

There are no spars, so nothing breaks in a crash and it packs into a pouch. A framed kite is more precise for advanced tricks but needs assembly and can be damaged.

What wind does it need?

Prism rates it for 6 to 25 mph, and it flies best in moderate to strong wind. Below about 6 mph the foil may not inflate or stay up.

What comes in the box?

The kite, 60-foot polyester flying lines, a line winder, wrist straps and a drawstring pouch. Nothing else is needed to fly.

Prism recommends ages 14 and up, though owners report 9- and 10-year-olds flying it with supervision. The pull is medium, so smaller kids may need an adult nearby.

How does it compare with the larger Synapse models?

The 140 is the smaller, faster option with medium pull. Larger Synapse sizes give more pull and fly in lighter wind but are harder for beginners to control.

Where is the Prism Synapse 140 Dual Line Stunt Foil Kite cheapest?

At Picture Pretty Kites, for $58.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Prism Synapse 140 Dual Line Stunt Foil Kite?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 11 ratings. Buyers like: Quality is amazing; No poles, so no worry about breaking; Wraps up nice and lightweight. Common complaints: One reviewer found the strings loose and the kite crashed constantly, ending tangled; One reviewer's kite was stolen before they could fly it.

Where can I buy the Prism Synapse 140 Dual Line Stunt Foil Kite?

8 stores we checked sell it, including Kitty Hawk Kites, Picture Pretty Kites, Amazon, eBay, kiteloft.com.

Prism Synapse 140 Stunt Foil Kite Price History: Lowest $58.00

What reviewers say

4.6 / 511 ratings

Owners rate it highly and call it a fun, easy entry into foil kites. Several say kids picked up loops and dives within minutes. The main complaint is line setup: one buyer found the lines loose, crashed repeatedly and ended up tangled.

What people mention

BuildPraisedOwners say the quality is impressive and like that there are no poles to snap.
SetupMixedIt arrives ready to fly, but one buyer's lines were loose and caused crashes and tangles.
Beginner learningPraisedA 9-year-old learned loops and dives quickly, and a 10-year-old managed power dives after about 15 minutes.
PortabilityPraisedIt wraps up small and light, so it travels easily in its pouch.
Wind handlingMixedIt flies across a wide wind range, but foil kites need enough wind to inflate and launch.

From Kitty Hawk Kites

Dual-line stunt foil kite for speed and agility
Self-inflating parafoil design with no frame parts to damage
No assembly required and ready to fly
Comes with lines, wrist straps and a compact drawstring pouch for travel
Flies in a wide wind range of 6–25 mph
High-aspect wings steer with fingertip accuracy but stay stable and forgiving for new pilots

Materials: Sail: ripstop polyester; flying lines: 60' x 80 lb polyester
Fit: Skill level: beginner–intermediate; speed: fast; pull: medium
Guarantee: All kites guaranteed to fly; manufacturer's defects are exchanged.
Returns: Returns/exchanges must be received within 30 days of purchase with receipt/order number; flown kites or used merchandise are not accepted unless there is a manu
Shipping: Free shipping over a minimum spend; ships only to the US and Canada.
In the box: Polyester flying lines, Flight straps, Line winder, Compact drawstring pouch

About the Prism Synapse 140 Dual Line Stunt Foil Kite

Guaranteed to thrill, the Synapse sport kite series is all about speed and agility. Perfect for beginners, the Synapse comes ready to fly and stuffs into a compact pouch to take with you anywhere.

Their high-aspect wings steer like sports cars with fingertip accuracy but they're stable and forgiving for new pilots. The all–fabric design means no frame parts to damage and no assembly required.

The 140 flies best in moderate to strong winds and comes complete with polyester flying lines, flight straps and line winder in a compact drawstring pouch.

Features:

Speed and agility with dual-line control Self-inflating parafoil design means no parts to lose and no assembly required Ready to fly with lines, wrist straps and compact pouch for travel Flies in a wide wind range

Specs:

• Skill Level: Beginner–Intermediate

• Wing Span: 55"

• Wind Range: 6–25 mph

• Speed: Fast

• Pull: Medium

• Sail Material: Ripstop Polyester Flying Lines: 60' x 80lb Polyester