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2024 Naish Triad Review

Sizes Tested(m): 10 Synopsis The 2024 Naish Triad has been significantly upgraded to offer enhanced handling and performance while retaining the accessible plug-and-play nature that has...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Eleveight WS V7 Review

Size Tested: 9m Synopsis The Eleveight WS V7 is a dynamic and versatile wave kite designed to offer smooth handling and responsive steering across a range...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Ozone Reo V7 Ultra-X Review

Size Tested: 8m Synopsis The Ozone Reo V7 Ultra-X represents a pinnacle in wave kite technology, specifically designed for offshore down-the-line riding. Renowned for its exceptional...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Duotone Neo SLS Review

Sizes Tested(m): 9, 12 m Synopsis The 2024 Duotone Neo SLS continues to dominate the wave-riding sector, now with added enhancements that bolster its reputation for...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Airush Ultra Team V5 Review

Size Tested: 8m Synopsis The Airush Ultra Team V5 represents the zenith of refinement in kite performance, notably excelling in light wind conditions and offering a...
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2024 F-ONE Breeze V4 Review 

Synopsis The F-ONE Breeze V4 is recognized for its lightweight design and exceptional handling, making it an excellent choice for light-wind freeriding and foiling. The...
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Kite Reviews

2024  North Code Zero Review

Sizes tested: 9m, 14m Synopsis The North Code Zero emerges as a distinctive single-strut kite, characterized by its fuller, deeper position in the wind window and...
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2024 Cabrinha Switchblade Review

Size Tested: 9 mSynopsis The Cabrinha Switchblade 2024 edition continues the kite's legacy as a high-performance model in the kiteboarding industry, introducing significant material and...
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Kite Reviews

2024 North Reach Review

Size Tested: 9, 12, 15 m Synopsis The North Reach 9m is distinguished as a versatile all-rounder in the kiteboarding world, offering a light and...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Ocean Rodeo Gen  Flite A Series Review

Size Tested: 10 m Synopsis The Ocean Rodeo Gen 9 Flite A Series represents a significant advancement in kiteboarding technology, leading the charge in the Aluula...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Eleveight XS V4 Review

Size Tested: 12 m Synopsis The Eleveight XS V4 sets a new standard in the Big Air kiteboarding category, combining exceptional low-end power with nimble control,...
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Kite Reviews

2024 F-One Bandit XVI Review 

Size Tested: 12 m Synopsis The Fone Bandit XVI continues to uphold the brand's reputation for producing high-quality, high-performance kites. Renowned for its solid build and...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Airush Lithium Review

Size Tested: 12 m Synopsis The Airush Lithium presents itself as an outstanding all-around freeride performance kite, ideal for riders who value a balance between fun...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Cabrinha MotoX Review

Sizes Tested: 10m Synopsis The Cabrinha MotoX represents a significant evolution in the performance freeride and crossover kite segment. Renowned for its versatility, the MotoX Apex...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Naish Pivot Nvision Review

Sizes Tested(m): 12 m, 9 m,  Synopsis The Naish Pivot Nvision emerges as a groundbreaking all-rounder in the kiteboarding world, setting a new benchmark for versatility...
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Kite Reviews

Core XR Pro Review

Sizes Tested: 12, 10 mSynopsisThe Core XR Pro revolutionizes the big air experience, building upon the legendary XR series with cutting-edge enhancements for the...
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Kite Reviews

2024 Duotone Rebel SLS Review

Size Tested(m): 12 Synopsis The 2024 Rebel SLS stands as a testament to Duotone's relentless pursuit of perfection, delivering an exhilarating kiteboarding experience that defies the limits...
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Head-to-Head Kitesurfing Gear Tests
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Core XR Pro vs. Core XR8: Head-to-Head Review

Matt Nuzzo and REAL Pro Austin Leder ride and review the XR8 and the new XR Pro back to back in the REAL slick. Core...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Airush Lift V3 Review

Synopsis: "Forget the days of having to choose between height and handling. The new Lift is the next generation of big air versatility." The...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Eleveight RS V7 Review – Freeride Crossover

Size Tested: 12m Sizes Available: 05 / 06 / 07 / 08 / 09 / 10 / 12 / 14 / 17 Synopsis: The biggest jumping...
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2023 Kite Reviews

2023/24 Naish Triad Review – All-Around Freeride/Wave

Synopsis: The 2023 Naish Triad is a versatile all-around freeride/wave kite that offers predictable performance and significant upgrades that enhance its usability and functionality across...
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2023 Kite Reviews

F-One Bandit S4 Review

The Surf Kite You Have Dreamt About! Sizes Tested: 9 m Sizes Available: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Synopsis: The BANDIT-S4 is a nicely...
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2023 Kite Reviews

2023 Cabrinha Drifter Review

Sizes Tested(m)            9 M                                          Sizes Available(m)        6, 7, 8, 9,10,11,12,14               Synopsis New age wave handling with smooth power delivery, and quick, pivotal turns, the Drifter also has versatility...
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2023 Kite Reviews

All-Rounder Extraordinaire – Duotone Evo SLS 2023 Review

Performance All-Rounder Extraordinaire Size Tested: 9 and 12m As the Kitesurfing Magazine team journeyed through our testing phase, we discovered the Duotone Evo SLS 2023 to be a...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Amazing Foiling Kite! 2023 Naish Boxer Review

SIZES TESTED (M): 9  Sizes: 2.8, 3.4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 16 SYNOPSIS : The 2023 Naish Boxer is a premier...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Core XR 8 Review

SYNOPSIS: A SUPERIOR EVOLUTION IN THE BIG AIR LEGACY THAT AIMS TO UPLIFT EVERY KITER'S ABILITY WITH UNEQUALLED AGILITY, EXPLOSIVENESS, AND RIDING COMFORT UNDER...
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2023 Kite Reviews

2023 Kite Reviews: Lighter, Smoother, Faster, Stronger – Unleash the Evolution of Kite Performance!

The evolution of kite performance continues with improvements in overall wind range, power efficiency, and handling in many of the 2023 models. Kite designers...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Cabrinha Moto X Review

Brand: Cabrinha Kite Model: Moto X Sizes Tested(m): 12                              Sizes Available(m): 5,...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Reedin SuperModel HTF Review

Brand: Reedin  Kite Model: Supermodel HTF Sizes Tested(m): 8, 9                                ...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Core Nexus 3 Review

Brand: Core Kite Model: Nexus3 Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12                                 ...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Duotone Neo D/LAB Review

Brand: Duotone Kite Model: Neo D/LAB Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12                               ...
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2023 Kite Reviews

North Orbit 4 Review

Brand: North Kite Model: Orbit 4 Sizes Tested(m): 8, 9, 10                               ...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Eleveight WS V6 Review

Brand: Eleveight Kite Model: WS V6 Sizes Tested(m): 9, 11                                 ...
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2023 Kite Reviews

F-One Trigger Review

Brand: F-One  Kite Model: Trigger Sizes Tested(m): 9, 12                                   ...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Ocean Rodeo Flite A-Series Review

Brand: Ocean Rodeo  Kite Model: Flite A-Series Sizes Tested(m): 10                                ...
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2023 Kite Reviews

Naish Pivot S27 Review

Brand: Naish  Kite Model: Pivot S27 Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12                              ...
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Kite Reviews

Airush Ultra Team V1 Kite Review

Brand: Airush Kite Model: Ultra Team Sizes Tested: 6, 8 Available sizes: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14m Outside of our annual head-to-head tests, the  Kitesurfing Magazine team had the opportunity...
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Gear

North Code Zero – Check Out Review

North has an exciting new model in their lineup called the Code Zero. This light and aerodynamic shape is North’s first foray into the...
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Gear

Duotone Juice D/LAB Review

Synopsis: The newest king of light air sessions, theDuotone  Juice D/LAB features new and unrivalled levels of low-end power, with quick and reactive steering...
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From The Mag

SLINGSHOT MACHINE V1

SYNOPSIS: THE MACHINE V1 IS A SMOOTH PULLING AND EXPLOSIVE-LIFTING BIG AIR KITE WITH ITS FLAT OPEN C CANOPY THAT OFFERS EXTRA HANG TIME...
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From The Mag

REEDIN SUPERMODEL 3

Likes: The Reedin brand emerged two seasons ago from the minds and passion of legendary kite pro and Red Bull King of the Air...
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From The Mag

OCEAN RODEO RISE A-SERIES

SYNOPSIS: CONSTRUCTED WITH THE NEW REVOLUTIONARY ALUULA FABRIC, THE RISE IS A FIVE STRUT, HIGH ASPECT RATIO SHAPE THAT OFFERS THE ULTIMATE IN STRATOSPHERIC...
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From The Mag

NORTH ORBIT

SYNOPSIS: THE EMERGING ICON OF BIG AIR, THE THIRD EDITION OF THE ORBIT IS A HIGH WIND, HIGH PERFORMANCE KITELOOPING MACHINE THAT OFFERS THE...
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From The Mag

NAISH PIVOT

SYNOPSIS: THE DO-IT-ALL MASTER THAT SETS THE BAR IN VERSATILITY WITH AMAZING BOOSTING ABILITY AND THE POWER BAND CONTROL AND MANOEUVRABILITY THAT CAN CATER...
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From The Mag

F-ONE BANDIT XV

SYNOPSIS: THE BANDIT XV CONTINUES TO DELIVER–AS IT HAS FOR A DECADE AND A HALF–BREAKING THE BARRIERS OF PERFORMANCE WITH MORE BOOST AND GLIDE...
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From The Mag

ELEVEIGHT XS V2

SYNOPSIS: THE ELEVEIGHT XS V2 CAN BOOST AND GLIDE WITH THE BEST OF THEM AND YOU DON’T NEED TO BE A KITELOOPING SUPERSTAR TO...
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From The Mag

DUOTONE REBEL SLS

SYNOPSIS: THE FIVE STRUT, BIG AIR FREERIDE LEGEND IS REDESIGNED WITH A LIGHTER, MORE REACTIVE FRAME THAT DELIVERS MORE DEPOWER, FASTER RESPONSIVE STEERING AND...
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From The Mag

2022 CORE XR7 SKYSCRAPER

SYNOPSIS: A LEGEND THAT MAKES EVERY LEVEL OF RIDER BETTER AT BOOSTING BIG AIRS WITH A HUGE SWEET SPOT, SMOOTH DRIVING PULL AND TONS...
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Gear
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Pro Review F-ONE BANDIT XV – WHAT’S NEW Feat. Liam Whaley

15 years after the birth of the first BANDIT, the F-ONE design team has once again put an astounding amount of work to create...
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Kite Reviews

CORE / Nexus 2 

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 12 / Sizes Available(m): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13.5 / Control Bar: Sensor 3  The high performance, mega loop...
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Kite Reviews

AIRUSH / Session 

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9 / Sizes Available(m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 / Control Bar: Cleat Bar  Quick and smooth pivotal turns...
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Kite Reviews

CORE / GTS6 

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12 / Sizes Available(m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13.5 / Control Bar: Sensor 3  The multi-tool master...
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Kite Reviews

OCEAN RODEO / Flite A-Series 

Sizes Tested(m): 14.5 / Sizes Available(m): 12, 14.5, 17 / Control Bar: Stick Shift 3.0  The Flite A-Series breaks new low wind barriers for extreme...
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Kite Reviews

OCEAN RODEO / Roam A-Series 

Sizes Tested(m): 10 / Sizes Available(m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14 / Control Bar: Stick Shift 3.0  Constructed with the new...
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Head-to-Head Kitesurfing Gear Tests

2021 Head-to-Head Kite Reviews

Wave, Foil, Big Air, Specialty kites & Do-It-All Models Tested by the Kitesurfing Magazine test team. words by SHANE THOMPSON / PHOTOS BY JOHN BRYJA AND...
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Kite Reviews

North Reach Review

Brand          North Kite Model       Reach Sizes Tested(m) 12, 9 Sizes Available(m)    5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15 Control Bar                           Navigator Control Bar   Review Synopsis: The Reach is North’s new...
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2020 Best Kites for Foilboarding

SLINGSHOT GHOST V.1

SIZES TESTED (M): 10 / SIZES AVAILABLE (M): 2.5, 4, 6, 8,10, 12, 15, 17  CONTROL SYSTEM: COMPSTICK GUARDIAN  SYNOPSIS  A round, playful and nimble performance, perfect...
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2020 Best Kites for Foilboarding

CORE XLITE

SIZES TESTED (M): 12, 8 M / SIZES AVAILABLE (M): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,11,12  CONTROL BAR: SENSOR 2S PRO FOIL BAR  SYNOPSIS  A high...
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2020 Big Air Kite Reviews

NORTH ORBIT Review

SIZES TESTED (M): 9, 12  SIZES AVAILABLE (M): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 11, 12, 14  CONTROL BAR: NAVIGATOR  SYNOPSIS  High end performance, big boosting machine,...
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2020 Big Air Kite Reviews

SLINGSHOT RAPTOR V1 Review

SIZES TESTED (M): 9, 12  SIZES AVAILABLE (M): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13.5, 15LW, 17LW,19 LW  CONTROL BAR: SENSOR 2  SYNOPSIS  A true hang...
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2020 Big Air Kite Reviews

CABRINHA AV8 Review

SIZES TESTED (M): 11 / SIZES AVAILABLE(M): 9, 11, 14  CONTROL BAR: AV8 1X TRIMLITE SYNOPSIS  Big range, smooth and controlled power delivery with lots of easy...
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2020 Big Air Kite Reviews

NAISH PIVOT Review

SIZES TESTED (M): 9, 12 / SIZES AVAILABLE(M): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 ,10, 11, 12 ,14  CONTROL BAR: TORQUE ATB  SYNOPSIS  Back-to-back winner of the Red...
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2020 Big Air Kite Reviews

ELEVEIGHT RS V3 Review

SIZES TESTED (M): 9, 12 / SIZES AVAILABLE (M): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 17  CONTROL BAR: CS VARY BAR  SYNOPSIS  A true Jack-of-all-trades...
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2020 Big Air Kite Reviews

CORE STARSHIP XR6 Review

SIZES TESTED (M): 9, 12  SIZES AVAILABLE (M): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13.5, 15LW, 17LW,19 LW,  CONTROL BAR: SENSOR 2  SYNOPSIS  A big air...
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2020 Best Kites for Foilboarding
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Aluula Kite Review

Kitesurfing Magazine Editor-in-Chief John Bryja checks out the new Aluula material from Ocean Rodeo. He headed south for an in-depth checkout of the new...
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Foilboarding
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Naish Boxer VS Duotone Mono

The Kitesurfing Magazine test team checks out the Naish Boxer and Duotone Mono as part of the in-depth review of the 2020 single strut...
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Editor's Choice
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Aluula Pro Review

Ocean Rodeo Pro Rider Reece Myerscough reviews the new Aluula kitesurfing material. Reece has been using the Aluula material in his kites that he...
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Editor's Choice
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Top 5 Kitesurfing Gear Trends of 2020

Kitesurfing Magazine's test editor Shane Thompson and editor-in-chief John Bryja sit down at the AWSI trade show in Hood River, Oregon to discuss the...
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Kite Reviews

ELEVEIGHT WS REVIEW

SIZES TESTED(m): 7 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 5, 7, 9, 11 / CONTROL SYSTEM: CSeries  SYNOPSIS  Compact and nimble, smooth through the gusts and great drift...
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Kite Reviews

F-ONE BANDIT 11 REVIEW

SIZES TESTED(m): 9, 12 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 17 / CONTROL SYSTEM: Linx Bar  SYNOPSIS  Legendary...
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From The Mag

LIQUID FORCE WOW V3 REVIEW

SIZES TESTED(m): 7, 9 / SIZES AVAILABLE(m): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14 / CONTROL SYSTEM: Mission Control System  SYNOPSIS Great drift, responsive steering...
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Kite Reviews

OCEAN RODEO ROAM REVIEW

SIZES TESTED (m): 9.5 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 7, 8, 9.5, 12 / CONTROL SYSTEM: Stick Shift  SYNOPSIS  Balanced, stable with great direct feedback from the...
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Kite Reviews

NAISH SLASH REVIEW

SIZES TESTED(m): 7, 9 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 / CONTROL SYSTEM: Fusion Control Bar BTB  SYNOPSIS  Smooth...
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Kite Reviews

CORE SECTION 2 REVIEW

SIZES TESTED (m): 9 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 LW, 14 LW / CONTROL SYSTEM: Sensor2 Pro  SYNOPSIS  Dedicated...
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Kite Reviews

SLINGSHOT SST REVIEW

SIZES TESTED (m): 10 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 / CONTROL SYSTEM: Compstick Guardian  SYNOPSIS Smooth and ready for...
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Kite Reviews

NORTH NEO REVIEW

SIZES TESTED (m): 7, 9 11 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 / CONTROL SYSTEM: Click Bar  SYNOPSIS The...
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Kite Reviews

CABRINHA DRIFTER REVIEW

SIZES TESTED (m): 10, 12 / SIZES AVAILABLE (m): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 / CONTROL SYSTEM: Overdrive 1X  SYNOPSIS  More...
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From The Mag

WAVE KITES TESTED: The Performance Edge in the Surf and Beyond

BY TEST EDITOR SHANE THOMPSON  Kitesurfing in waves or freeriding with a directional board continues to be one of the fastest growing kite disciplines. This...
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Gear
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Head to Head: Naish Pivot vs Torch

"I've been getting a lot of questions on why I switched from the Torch to the Pivot. In this little video I'll give an...
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Freeride

ELEVEIGHT RS Review

Smooth power delivery, versatile for freeride with the boost and range driven by a proven Delta shaped, three-strut platform. SIZES TESTED(m): 9, 12 / SIZES...
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2017 Best Kites for Freeride Hydrofoiling

Best Kites for Freeride Hydrofoiling

Riding on a hydrofoil board is kiteboarding’s newest discipline and the foil board category has major momentum in 2017 with new freeride foil models...
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Freeride

2016 Liquid Force Envy Review

Sizes Tested (m): 9, 12 Sizes Available (m): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.5, 12, 13.5, 15 Control System: Response Control Bar REVIEW SYNOPSIS: Versatile freeride mastery, more...
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Freeride

2016 Naish Park HD Review

REVIEW SYNOPSIS: Ready to pop-and-play in your local park, a refined legend reborn with optimal depower and smooth powered loops. Sizes Tested (m): 9, 12 Sizes Available...
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Freeride

2016 North Dice Review

REVIEW SYNOPSIS: Direct and responsive handling and pull, smooth-pulling pivots, solid performer for freestyle and waves. Sizes Tested (m): 12, 9 Sizes Available (m): 4, 5, 6,...
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Freeride

2016 Cabrinha Switchblade Review

REVIEW SYNOPSIS:  Legendary power, refined precision handling, and a great blend of performance versatility. Sizes Tested (m): 11, 8 Sizes Available (m): 4, 5, 6, 7,...
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Freeride

2016 Slingshot RPM Review

REVIEW SYNOPSIS: Aggressive but intuitively stable and direct flying performance that’s adaptable to general freeride or freestyle and waves. Sizes Tested (m): 9, 12 Sizes Available (m):...
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Freeride

2016 Liquid Force Solo Review

REVIEW SYNOPSIS: Exciting efficiency, impressive stability, plug-and-play, smooth pivoting gem. Sizes Tested (m): 9, 12 Sizes Available (m): 4.5, 6.5, 9, 12, 15.5, 17.5 Control Bar: Response Control...
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Freeride

2016 F-One Bandit Review

REVIEW SYNOPSIS: All-encompassing, refined performance, unmatched versatility. Sizes Tested (m): 9, 12 Sizes Available (m): 5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,17m Control System: Monolith Bar THE GOOD STUFF: The legendary F-One Bandit shows the high...
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Freeride

Core Riot XR4 Review

REVIEW SYNOPSIS: Refined and easy flying kite, with great range, smooth pivotal turns and light touch steering. Sizes Tested (m): 12, 9 Sizes Available (m): 5, 6,...
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Freeride

2016 Airush Lithium Review

TEST REVIEW SYNOPSIS:  More to love than ever; simplicity merges with satisfying performance. Sizes Tested (m): 9, 12 Sizes (m): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,...
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2016 Freeride Kite Reviews

2016 Freeride Kite Reviews – Head-to-Head

This past fall, Kitesurfing Magazine assembled a crew of experienced test riders in Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. The team scored a remarkable number of...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Slingshot Wave SST Review

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12 Sizes Available(m):  6, 8, 10, 12 Control Bar: Compstick Test Review Synopsis:  Unrivalled surf-specific build, park-and-slash master with tons of depower and...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Liquid Force Wow Review

Sizes Tested(m): 9, 12 Sizes Available(m):  6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 Control Bar: Response Control Bar Review Synopsis: Quick pulling and pivoting kite, reliable freeride-friendly, power, boost...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Airush Wave Review

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12 Sizes Available(m):  5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 Control Bar: Core Bar Review Synopsis:  Evolved power delivery, dynamic drift and automatic...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Core Section Review

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12 Sizes Available(m):  4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12LW, 14LW Control Bar: Sensor Pro Review Synopsis: Feather light feel, fast reactive steering,...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Naish Pivot Review

Sizes Tested(m): 9, 12 Sizes Available(m):  5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14 Control Bar: Fusion Control Bar Review Synopsis: Powerful and direct, but nimble and...
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Kite Reviews

2016 North Neo Review

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 11 Sizes Available(m):  4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Control Bar: Quad Control Review Synopsis: Optimized wave handling with close-to-perfect stability, balance...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Cabrinha Drifter Review

Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 12 Sizes Available(m):  4.5, 5.5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13 Control Bar: Overdrive 1X Review Synopsis: Set it and forget it, smooth and predictable...
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2016 Surf Kite Reviews

WAVE KITES v 2016 Reviews

Surfing waves with a directional surfboard continues to be one of the fastest growing disciplines of kiteboarding. This past fall, Kitesurfing Magazine’s Test Team...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Slingshot Wave SST Review

Sizes Tested (m): 8, 10, 12 We were excited to jump on Slingshot’s first entry into the full wave market and were not disappointed. First...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Liquid Force Solo Review

The 2015 Solo was a ground-breaking kite praised by testers for its simplicity, range and performance. As expected, changes to the 2016 Solo are...
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Kite Reviews

2016 North Rebel Review

The Rebel is North’s best selling kite and most recent seasons have been marked more by refinement than redesign. North has positioned the Rebel...
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Kite Reviews

Flysurfer Boost Review

Kitesurfing Magazine SizesTested (m): 11 Review Synopsis: Powerful, smooth pull and quick pivots with exceptional big boosting ability. The Good Stuff: The Flysurfer Boost is the newest addition...
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Kite Reviews

2015/16 Naish Ride Review

Kitesurfing Magazine Sizes tested (m): 6, 7, 9, 12 Review Synopsis: Top level beginner/intermediate qualities packaged in a very refined, and surprisingly high-performance package. Part of...
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Kite Reviews

2016 Liquid Force Wow Review

Sizes Tested (m): 9, 12 Review Synopsis: Powerful, nimble, direct, upwind machine with superb drift and response on the wave and it boosts like a champion. The...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Core Riot XR3 Review

Review Synopsis: Some magic handling for any level rider in any condition. Great low-end, sheet-and-go pull. The Good Stuff: The Riot XR3 is Core’s Crossride Kite that...
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Kite Reviews

Blade Trigger

Review Synopsis: Matured performance with good low-end, efficient upwind drive and exceptional boosting. The Good Stuff: The Trigger is in its sixth generation and the 2015...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Best TS Review

Review Synopsis: Solid canopy, with impressive depower and upper range, combined with aggressive boost and glide, and no limits for technical high-performance. The Good Stuff: The Best...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Best Kahoona V7

Review Synopsis: More feel, more precision, but with the same lovely boost and glide that Kahoona riders love. The Good Stuff: The Kahoona V7 is a legit...
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Kite Reviews

2015 North Dice Review

Review Synopsis: Direct and responsive handling and pull, smooth-pulling pivots, solid performer for freestyle and waves. The Good Stuff: The North Dice has a great blend of...
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Freeride

2015 North Rebel Review

Review Synopsis: A true legend with highest forms of rock solid, freeride precision and refinement. The Good Stuff: The 2015 Rebel continues to set the benchmark for...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Naish Pivot Review

Review Synopsis: Low-end efficiency, great hang time, with a silky-smooth wave and freeriding prowess. The Good Stuff: The Pivot is a Naish’s new four-line, three-strut, kite...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Naish Park Review

Review Synopsis: Ready to pop and play in your local park. A refined legend, with optimal depower and smooth powered loops. The Good Stuff: The Naish Park...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Liquid Force Envy Review

Review Synopsis: Impressive handling and all-terrain performance, this is an all-new, more enviable Envy for any level and discipline. The Good Stuff: The 2015 Envy has...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Liquid Force Solo Review

Review Synopsis: Exciting efficiency, impressive stability, plug-and-play, smooth pivoting gem. The Good Stuff: The Liquid Force Solo is the new one strut kite that breaks the...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Slingshot Rally Review

Review Synopsis: Ultra-powerful and stable, with solid, all-around performance for any condition. The Good Stuff: The Rally has been a popular kite for riders that want sheet-and-go...
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Kite Reviews

2015 F-One Bandit 7 Review

Brand: F-One Kite Model: Bandit 7 Sizes Tested(m): 7, 9, 11 Sizes Available(m): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 17 Review Synopsis: Smooth depower, smooth pull, quick turns equal industry...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Cabrinha Switchblade Review

 Review Synopsis:  Great power, great boost, solid handling; the legend continues. The Good Stuff: The Cabrinha Switchblade has a decade of legendary performance and is revered...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Cabrinha Radar Review

Brand: Cabrinha Kite Model: Radar Sizes Tested(m): 12, 9 m Sizes Available(m):     3.5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14 Control System: Overdrive QuickLoopTM Control System Review Synopsis: Effortless relaunch, smooth...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Airush Lithium Review

Brand:                        Airush Kite Model:               Lithium Sizes Tested(m):    12 Sizes Available(m):     5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16         Test Review Synopsis: The ideal all-rounder...
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Kite Reviews

Takoon Furia Review

Sizes Tested(m)        11 m Sizes Available(m)     6, 7, 9, 11, 13            m Test Review Synopsis: Smooth and forgiving power, with the right agility and depower to excel in waves. The Good Stuff: The...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Blade Trigger Review

Size tested: 7m Suggested retail: $ 999 (7m Kite only) Sizes available: 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14m Test Team Report The Blade Trigger is in its sixth generation and...
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Kite Reviews

2015 Slingshot Rally Review

Size tested: 7m The most versatile kite in the Slingshot line, the Rally returns for 2015 with some minor tweaks, including two new sizes (5 and...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Best Kahoona Review

Size tested: 11.5m Suggested retail: $1,349 (kite only) Sizes available: 3.5, 5.5, 7.5, 8.5, 9.5, 10.5, 11.5, 13.5m Test Team Report The Kahoona+ is a four-strut kite with a Delta platform,...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Epic Surf Review

Best Jumbo Wave Kite Size tested: 12m Suggested retail: $1,299 (12m—kite only) Sizes available: 5, 8, 12m Test Team Report: The Surf is a new model from Epic aimed at...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Airush Wave Review

Size tested: 6, 9m Suggested retail: $1,329; $1,479 (6, 9m; kite only) Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 9, 12m Test Team Report: The Airush Wave kite is in its second year...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Naish Trip Review

Best Travel Companion Size tested: 10m Suggested retail: $999 Sizes available: 10m Test Team Report The Trip is a kite that promises to be the true answer for a one-kite quiver to...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Cabrinha Drifter Review

Top Balance, Drift and Stability   Size tested: 7, 9m Suggested retail: $1,259; $1,359 (7, 9m—kite only) Sizes available: 5.5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13m Test Team Report: The Drifter is back again...
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Kite Reviews

2014 North Evo Review

Size tested: 9m Suggested retail: $1,289.95 (9m—kite only); $1799.95 (9m—complete) Sizes available: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14m Test Team Report: The North Evo 9m captured excellent test...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Cabrinha Switchblade Review

Awards—Top Low-End Power Size tested: 11m Suggested retail: $1,489 (kite only) Sizes available: 4.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14m Test Team Report For years now, the Switchblade...
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Head-to-Head Kitesurfing Gear Tests

2014 Kite Tests: Head-to-Head Reviews

With the massive number of kite options available today, the decision of replacing your old kite or purchasing your first kite may seem like...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Best Cabo V2 Review

Size tested: 11m Suggested retail: $1199.00 Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11m Test Team Report: The Cabo is positioned as Best’s dedicated surf kite, and it has all the...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Flysurfer Cronix Review

Most Innovative  Size tested: 10m Suggested retail: $1,399; $1,799 (complete); Sizes available: 6, 8, 10, 12m Test Team Report The Flysurfer Cronix is a unique design that caught the attention of many...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Core GTS2 Review

Sizes tested: 8, 12m Suggested retail: $1,229; $1,399 (kite only) Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 13, 14, 15m Test Team Report The GTS2 blends the traditional...
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Kite Reviews

2014 HQ Ignition Review

Sizes tested: 9, 12m Suggested retail: $999, $1,099 (9,12m kite only) Sizes available: 5, 7, 9, 12, 14m Test Team Report The Ignition is HQ’s first-ever LEI kite design, and the...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Liquid Force NRG Review

Size tested: 10m Suggested retail: $1749.99 (10m Complete) Sizes available: 6, 8, 10, 12m Test Team Report The third year in its evolution, the Liquid Force NRG is one...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Slingshot Rally Review

Size tested: 8m Suggested retail: $ 1,739 (9m Complete) Sizes available: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14m Test Team Report The Slingshot Rally has evolved again and stepped up its...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Epic Screamer 4G Review

Size tested: 12m Suggested retail: $1,365 Sizes available: 7, 9, 10, 12, 14m Test Team Report The Screamer 4G from Epic Kites is all about big air, big glide...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Core Riot XR3 Review

Best Progression Kite     Sizes tested: 9, 12m Suggested retail: $ 1,249; $1,399 (kite only) Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 ,11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19m Test Team...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Airush Lithium Review

Low-End Power and Turn Speed Size tested: 12m Suggested retail: $1,339 Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16m Test Team Report The Airush Lithium was well...
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Kite Reviews

2014 North Dice Review

Best New 3-Strut Size tested: 9m Suggested retail: $1,189.95; $1699.95 (complete) Sizes available: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13m Test Team Report The new model in the North...
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Kite Reviews

2014 F-One Bandit VII Review

Most Versatile All-Terrain  Sizes tested: 8, 10m Suggested retail:  $1,762; $1,862  (8, 10m—complete) Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14m Test Team Report: The Bandit VII, one of...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Best TS Review

Test Favourite: Advanced Freestyle Size tested: 12m Suggested retail: $1449.00 (12m—kite only) Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12m (also available in sizes 15, 17m TS Lightwind) Test Team...
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Kite Reviews

2014 North Rebel Review

Test Favourite: Performance & Versatility     Size tested: 9m Suggested tetail: $1,319.95 (9m—kite only) Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14m Test Team Report The...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Liquid Force Envy Review

Test Favorite: Best 3-Strut Wakestyle    Sizes tested: 10.5, 12m Suggested retail: $ Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.5, 12, 13.5, 15m Test Team Report This year’s Envy has significant...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Slingshot RPM Review

Best High-Performance Unhooked Freestyle   Size tested: 11m Suggested retail: $1,849 (complete) Sizes available: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14m Test Team Report The RPM stormed onto the...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Cabrinha Vector Review

Size tested: 12m Suggested retail: $1,309 (kite only) Sizes available: 3.5, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14m Test Team Report The Vector scored big marks with the Test Team...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Naish Park Review

Best Wakestyle-Wave Crossover Size tested: 9, 12m Suggested retail: $1,170; $1400 (9, 12m—kite only) Sizes available: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14m Test Team Report The fourth...
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Kite Reviews

2014 Cabrinha Switchblade Review

Top Low-End Power Size tested: 11m Suggested retail: $1,489 (kite only) Sizes available: 4.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14m Test Team Report For years now, the Switchblade...
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