Prism Designs Synapse 140 Speed Foil Kite
Quick Verdict
Travel-friendly, performance dual-line foil kite for teens and adults who want a compact, durable sport kite for parks, beaches, and car/day trips in moderate breeze
Very young children, extremely light-wind days, and traction sports like kiteboarding or snowkiting
Key Specifications
About This Gear
Fun for the whole family, this kite is well-constructed and easy to fly. The only downside? It's a bit pricey for a kite, but the quality reflects the cost.
Pros & Cons
Synthesized from expert reviews and user feedback
What People Love
6 positive findingsDurable canopy and crash-resistant (no rigid spars to break)
Most reviewersInstant setup (no frame assembly) — ready to fly out of the bag
Everyone agreesCompact and lightweight; packs very small for travel
Most reviewersSporty performance: speed, agility, precise turns for tricks
Most reviewers
Things to Consider
5 considerationsIncluded stock flying lines are low quality and can snap under load
Most reviewersPre-attached, uncowled lines are prone to tangling on launch
Most reviewersRequires moderate breeze to self-launch and produces strong pull in winds above ~15–20 mph
Most reviewersPrice is higher than very basic kites (subjective value complaint)
Some reviewers
Weather & Conditions
How this gear performs across different environments and seasons
Weather Performance
Climate Suitability
Excels In
- mild rain
- moderate temperatures
- coastal environments
- beaches and open parks
Limitations
- not recommended for winter camping or stormy conditions
- cannot fly in near-zero wind
- condensation or heavy rain can weigh sail down; dry before storage
What People Are Saying
Aggregated insights from expert reviews and user feedback
Users praise the Synapse 140 for its durable sail, compact packing, easy setup, and lively performance; the most common complaint is the weak stock flying lines and tangling issues.
What Users Love
- easy setup
- durable canopy
- compact/portable
- performance/speed
Common Concerns
- weak stock lines
- line tangling
- strong pull in higher winds
- challenging in very light wind
- Canopy holds up to crashes; sail rarely tears
- Stock lines routinely replaced with stronger Dyneema/Spectra by users
unknown
Prism covers manufacturing defects but explicitly excludes broken or tangled lines and damage from misuse; no broad reports on claim processing were found
Expert Reviews
Prism Synapse Dual-Line is the epitome of perfectionRead full review →
Care & Maintenance
Keep your gear performing at its best with these tips
Maintenance Tips
Keep it in top condition- dry before storage
- rinse salt off after beach use
- re-seal or inspect stitching if needed
- replace stock lines with 100–200 lb Dyneema when frayed
- hand-wind lines carefully to prevent tangles
Watch Out For
Known issues to monitor- stock lines can snap under load
- lines tangle if not carefully coiled
- rare sail rips in bad crashes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this gear