Supreme x Prism Zenith 5 Kite
The original behind the Supreme x Prism Zenith 5 Kite is the Prism Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite — $45 retail vs Supreme's $58.
Supreme vs. Original
About the original
Prism Designs was founded in 1983 in Seattle, Washington and is one of the oldest continuously operating kite manufacturers in the United States, producing both single-line and dual-line sport kites for hobbyist and competitive flyers. The Zenith 5 is a five-foot single-line delta kite with a dye-sublimated ripstop nylon sail, fiberglass spar frame, and 5–25 mph wind range, designed for stable flight at moderate altitude with minimal input. It ships with 200 feet of 50-pound polyester line on a winder and two 8-foot ribbon tails for stability. The SS2021 Supreme version is the standard Zenith 5 printed with Supreme's box logo across the sail; released April 8, 2021 at $58.
About Prism
Prism is an American kite manufacturer founded in 1992 by Mark Reed and a small group of friends in a Seattle basement. The company designs dual-line stunt kites, single-line kites, and power foils using carbon fiber spars, Spectra line, and ripstop nylon sails borrowed from aerospace and sailmaking. Models including the Quantum, Nexus, and Snapshot are built for trick flying and competition. Prism Kite Technology operates from Seattle, Washington, and distributes globally. The Quantum is used as a reference trainer at kite festivals. Supreme has collaborated with Prism on a co-branded stunt kite.
Price comparison
| Supreme retail | $58 |
|---|---|
| Prism retail | $45 |
| Hype tax | +29% |
Questions
Is the Supreme x Prism Zenith 5 Kite just the regular Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite?
The Supreme x Prism Zenith 5 Kite, released in Spring/Summer 2021, is based on the Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite. Supreme collabs sometimes change the colorway or materials; the description on this page covers the original's specs and any notable differences in the Supreme version. If you want the product without the box logo, the Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite is the one to buy.
How much cheaper is the Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite than the Supreme version?
Supreme charged $58 for the Supreme x Prism Zenith 5 Kite; the Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite retails for $45. That's a 29% markup — buying the original saves you $13, or 22% off the Supreme price. Buy the original at retail and you skip the hype tax entirely.
Where can I buy the Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite?
You can buy the Prism Zenith 5 Single-Line Delta Kite from Amazon or from Prism Kites. Retail price is $45. The buy links on this page go straight to the product listing at each retailer.
