F-One Trigger V3 Review: Brazilian Brothers First Impressions

The Brazilian Brothers are stoked to get their first impressions of the F-One Trigger Brainchild V3. This kite has just been released, and they are taking it into the water for the first time to see how it stacks up to the V2.

The Environment at Mykonos

The setting for this first look is Mykonos, right after the GKA World Championship. With professional riders like Jamie Overbeek on the beach, the pressure is on to perform. This day brings an onshore breeze with epic gusts, providing challenging conditions to test the kite's capabilities in a new environment.

Rubens stands on the beach and fills the leading edge of the F-One Trigger V3 kite.

F-One Team Rider Feedback

Before heading out, the Brazilian Brothers ran into international F-One team rider Kailani Friedrich, who had competed in the Championships. After her session on the new Trigger, she shared several key takeaways:

The second lift is very good.
Landings are clean, easy, and super smooth.
The 8m kite is fast; she noted that while she usually rides a 7m, the 8m felt perfect.
It is an ideal kite for improving and learning new tricks.

Rubens interviews F-One team rider Kailani Friedrich

First Impressions in the Sky

Finally ready to hit the water, the Brazilian Brothers launched the Trigger to check its flight characteristics. Despite the strong gusts, they found that the bar pressure remained light. The sheet-in pressure was easy and comfortable, which is a significant advantage when the wind is pumping.

Rubens loops the Trigger while riding.

Stability and Smoothness

The Brazilian Brothers are longtime fans of the Trigger V2, so they were eager to see how the V3 compares. They identified several key areas where the kite has evolved:

In terms of stability, the V3 is a significant improvement. Even in very gusty air, the kite maintains its shape and handles the fluctuations in wind speed much better than the V2. It feels like a much smoother kite overall.

One notable change is that the "helicopter sound" found on the previous version is now gone. The kite is quiet and smooth as it moves through the window. It is not twitchy, which gives the rider more confidence to handle gusty, high-wind conditions.

Rubens cruises on the water with the F-One Trigger.

Jumping and Looping Performance

Jumping: The V3 offers a slight improvement over the V2. The Brazilian Brothers noted more hangtime and a more accessible lift. They also found that the sweet spot for jumping has increased, making it easier to get the most out of the kite's vertical pull.

Looping: The Trigger lives up to the Brainchild reputation as one of the best looping kites on the market. Even in strong, gusty conditions, they experienced no problems looping the kite whatsoever. It remains a top-tier choice for riders looking to send it.

Rubens boosts high into the air with the F-One Trigger V3 kite.

Final Thoughts on the Trigger V3

The F-One Trigger V3 excels in its ability to handle gusty, strong conditions, which was an area where the V2 had room for improvement. It is a refined, stable, and quiet kite that builds on the strengths of its predecessor while offering a more confidence-inspiring ride. The Brazilian Brothers look forward to testing the kite further in a wider range of conditions, particularly in the familiar waters of Brazil.

Rubens stands on the beach next to the Trigger, stoked to get more time on it.