NEW 2008 Eclipse Thruster 12M Complete Package 25% Off Start Price USD 1,051.00 Current Price USD 1,051.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, August 26, 2008 End Time Tuesday, September 02, 2008 Location Michigan See more about 'NEW 2008 Eclipse Thruster 12M Complete Package 25% Off' Description Did you like the 2007 thruster, or are you craving an ultra high performance kite? Well, if so you have to try the 2008 Eclipse thruster. The THRUSTER is our competition-ready hybrid kite which feels familiar right out of the bag. You will feel like Superman when you tap the THRUSTER'S insane airtime and gliding ability. Attempting that new move has never been safer or easier. We took everything you loved about the C-kite but fused it with the latest technology available to create the ultimate high performance machine! If you want to boost, pop, ride waves, or to simply cruise around with power and control, the THRUSTER is your kite! Designed specifically for Dimitri's riding style, the THRUSTER provides enough hang time for him to hit all his moves at 40 feet - imagine enough air to execute four tricks in one jump! Features: Hurricane proof construction: And we mean it!!! Every kite made by eclipse has successfully passed our hurricane proof testing. Watch the video and see for yourself exactly how far we push these kites. Quick Pump: Two systems, one kite. Every eclipse kite comes stock with our simple one step quick pump system, however if your you prefer the long way you do have the option of creating a multi pump system just by removing the one pump tubes. Turbo deflate: Deflates your kite 2x as fast. Fool proof bridal: Even a 5 year old can set an eclipse kite up with ease with our color coded bridal system. Speed control: With the thruster you will always have a fast kite but now with our speed control system you can choice just how fast your thruster will fly. Ultra simple bridal: Had enough of the tangles, well they are a thing of the past with our effective yet small bridal. Serviceable Ronstan pulleys: At eclipse we only use the highest quality ronstan pulleys. Oh and there is only TWO on the kite and ZERO on the bar. Bridal defectors: Prevent your bridal from getting caught on the wingtips. Shark Skin reinforcements: New and improved for 2008 these synthetic guards will keep your kite looking like new by protecting the high wear areas. Molded Scuff guards: Our unique molded guards will take the beating off your LE. Double Dacron wingtips: Distribute the load forces throughout the kite and make your kite strong and more durable when self launching. 1 Year Bullet Proof Warranty BREAKING ECLIPSE NEWSIntroducing the ECLIPSE KITES Bullet Proof Warranty April 3rd 2008 Eclipse Kiteboarding and Airtime Kite repair are proud to announce the launch of the industry's first standard warranty program which covers ALL kite damage accidental or otherwise for a period of 1 full year with NO QUESTIONS ASKED. Starting April 15th 2008 all Eclipse kites purchased in the USA, Canada, Caribbean and South America will be covered under this amazing new program. How it works: End user purchases kite from authorized retailer. End user then registers kite on www.eclipsekites.com within 2 weeks of purchase. Once your kite is registered you are protected for 1 year against all and any damage to your kite NO QUESTIONS ASKED. In the event you damage your kite, simply put it in a box and ship it to one of Airtimes Kite repair facilities located in either Florida or Hood River Oregon. Airtime will fix your kite and send it back to you in a timely manor so you can keep on riding. NO QUESTIONS ASKED!!! In the event your kite cannot be fixed you will get ONE free kite replacement- In almost all cases your kite will be fixed, so don't try to destroy the kite just to get a new one!! Users will void this warranty if they appear to be taking advantage of the policy. All kite prices have been raised by $60 to offer this service. This service is NOT optional all Eclipse kites purchased from now on in the above areas will automatically include this warranty. If you purchased a kite prior to April 15th 2008 you may opt into this program for a small fee of $90, this same warranty will cost $170 from Airtime kiteboarding so it's still a great value. Existing and new Eclipse customers outside of the above mentioned areas may also purchase this warranty on eclipsekites.com. for $90. Please See special service notes on eclipsekites.con/warrenty For 2009 we will plan on offering this warranty coverage world wide. Frequently asked Questions and comments. How can you offer such a good insurance type warranty? Easy, we partnered with Airtime kite repair, the USA's leading kite repair facilities. With two locations airtime can service the entire North American market professionally with out any delay in service. Now you don't have to wait for bladders or any response from a dealer or Eclipse to get your kite fixed. How many times can I repair my kite? Airtime will repair your kite as many times as necessary within the warranty period. I just broke my kite, what do I do now? Get a box, put you kite inside without BAR, BAG or PUMP and send it insured to one of the following locations: AIRTIME kite, Inc.101 N. 1st St.Suite 100Hood River, OR 97031Your kite will be fixed and returned free of charge. My bladder broke, what do I do? If you are confident you can install your own bladder please fill out a repair ticket on eclipse kites.com and include your kites serial number and a replacement bladder will be sent to you. If you cant or don't want to install your bladder pack up your kite and ship it insured to one of the following locations: AIRTIME kite, Inc.101 N. 1st St.Suite 100Hood River, OR 97031Will my kite be covered if I sell it to another user? You can transfer the warranty for $30 to a new user. Why did the prices go up? Its expensive and a lot of risk to offer this warranty. The $60 extra you pay helps us insure that we will be able to fix your kite and offer you the best warranty service in the industry. We have heard stories of riders waiting months for replacement parts or repair service from other brands who still charge more money for their products. We want all our customers to be on the water enjoying our products as much as possible. Kites are too much Money! We feel it's well worth the price. Eclipse offers ultra high performance products, incredible quality, and the industries only NO QUESTIONS ASKED warranty and is still LESS expensive then every premium kite brand. Both Eclipse and our dealers feel the choice is clear. Protect your investment and ride on. Lifetime warranty on replacement bladders Top Quality Materials And Construction Eclipse will not sacrifice construction and quality to save a buck. For 2008 we have moved our production to an ultra high quality and environmentally friendly facility, it costs us more but you have more fun and we are doing our part to keep the world clean. All of our materials are top of the line imported rip stop fabrics. Eclipse Quality CheckOur manufacturing facility fully adheres to our extensive Quality checks to insure your kite will be perfect every time. Every kites is fully inflated and inspected before it ships. Range in the water All Figures for a 175lb / 80kg riderTHRUSTER 12: (12 to 28 mph). Has to use a bigger size board for light wind. Bars and Lines:THRUSTER 12 (45cm bar with 20 meter lines + 4 meter extensions) ALL KITES COME COMPLETE WITH BAR & LINES   Place a Bid!