The Fly goes in virtually no wind and is incredibly fun to ride. Its exceptionally light weight is primarily the result of removing the center strut. In doing this, the center section of the canopy performs like a spinnaker and generates incredible power in light wind.
The Fly uses the Park's proven easy-handling design, which gives it superior turning ability, but it incorporates more overall sweep, which helps the Fly relaunch in marginal wind conditions.
Design Characteristics:
- The power of an 18 with the turning of a 12 - Exceptionally lightweight - Based on the proven Park platform - Two strut design - Amazing low-end - Superior water relaunch in light winds - Includes 10m extension lines
Music by Illy - It Can Wait Edit - Ewan Jaspan Filming - Katie Potter
The Fly goes in virtually no wind and is incredibly fun to ride. Its exceptionally light weight is primarily the result of removing the center strut. In doing this, the center section of the canopy performs like a spinnaker and generates incredible power in light wind.
The Fly uses the Park's proven easy-handling design, which gives it superior turning ability, but it incorporates more overall sweep, which helps the Fly relaunch in marginal wind conditions.
Design Characteristics:
- The power of an 18 with the turning of a 12 - Exceptionally lightweight - Based on the proven Park platform - Two strut design - Amazing low-end - Superior water relaunch in light winds - Includes 10m extension lines
Music by Illy - It Can Wait Edit - Ewan Jaspan Filming - Katie Potter
All 3 Hero3 cameras share a new form factor which is the same rectangular shape (which lends itself to be mounted anywhere, including the Chest), but it's much thinner than the HD1/ HD2 (by comparison, the Hero3 + BacPac is the size of today's Hero2 camera.)
All three models will come shipped with the new housing which now incorporates an underwater lens and an improved locking latch.
GoPro Hero3 series cameras now employ the Micro SD Card format.
Along with the Hero3 announcement comes the $79.99 LCD Touch BacPac which upgrades the original LCD display in terms of quality and also offers touchscreen features for the first time.
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The Wi-Fi enabled HERO3: Black Edition is the most advanced GoPro, ever. No expense was spared during its development, resulting in a GoPro that is 30% smaller, 25% lighter & 2X more powerful than previous models. New resolutions and frame-rates include 4Kp 15, 2.7kp 30, 1080p 60, 1440p 48, 960p 100, 720p 120 and 12MP burst photo capture at 30 fps. Yes, for real.
Sit back and enjoy the HERO3: Black Edition in all its glory. #GoPro
FEATURED ATHLETES (in location & order of appearance)
SNOW: (Mt. Cook, New Zealand)
Tom Wallisch Eric Willett Julia Mancuso
SKI BASE JUMP: (Earnslaw Burn, New Zealand)
JT Holmes
SURF: (Tahiti, French Polynesia)
Kelly Slater Anthony Walsh Manoa Drollet
DIVE: (Vava'u, Tonga)
Mandy Rae Krack Erin Magee Ashleigh Baird
MTB: ( Queenstown, New Zealand and Squamish, BC, Canada)
Aaron Chase Mike Montgomery Kelly McGarry Bret Tippy
KAYAK: (Turangi, Taupo, Aratiatia, Whangarei, and Maruia in New Zealand)
The GoPro App you lets you control your GoPro camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. Features include full control of all camera settings, live video preview to your smartphone or tablet for easy shot framing and more.
The GoPro App also gives you access to our Photo and Video of the Day posts keeping you in touch with the latest radness from GoPro.
GoPro App Features -
-Full control of your HD HERO2 camera's settings + features -Live preview makes framing your shot easy -Access to GoPro's Photo and Video of the Day
Future GoPro App Features -
-Playback + Share content from your camera's SD card using your smartphone or tablet -Multi-camera control
The GoPro App is compatible with most smartphones and tablets:
The GoPro App is available in the Apple App Store™ and Google Play. The GoPro App is not compatible with the Original HD HERO camera.
NOTE: HD HERO2 cams & Wi-Fi BacPacs require a software update before using the GoPro App. Download the free update - http://bit.ly/WiFi-AppUpdate
Also released from GoPro - GoPro CineForm Studio
GoPro's CineForm Studio line of editing tools makes it easy to create professional quality clips from your GoPro content or prep for more advanced editing with Adobe Premier, Final Cut Pro, Sony Vegas, etc. From simple adjustments like slow motion control and clip trimming to more advanced color correction and 3D editing, CineForm Studio is a powerful tool for all GoPro content creators.
The 2013 North Vegas Kite is our definitive freestyle kite.
Our top freestyle riders use it as a devastating weapon of choice; world class athletes like Tom, Thomas, Mario, Cesar, Reno and Stefan have the Vegas as their go-to kite for all conditions. The Vegas has a long heritage with North Kiteboarding and we have been constantly developing it to create the ultimate freestyle kite. Whilst the Vegas is a freestyle machine, we wanted it to be a little more than that. By tuning the kite you can create a few different set ups and allow it to suit different riding styles. On the frontlines are two settings; freestyle gives the rider more depower, more lift, precision kiteloops and very reactive steering. The wakestyle setting gives the rider more pop when unhooked, a longer "power delay" to allow easier handle passes and slightly less reactive steering so you can concentrate on the rails and kickers. The rear lines can be tuned to increase or decrease the turning speed of the kite to suit almost any rider.
Compared to last years model, we have tuned quite a lot on the 2013 Vegas, the quarter strut was moved further out towards the wingtip to improve the low-end range of the kite. This also helped us to create a more rigid tip to the kite, the concentration of struts in the tip area helps make the kite very responsive and direct in terms of bar feeling. We also made the wingtips wider to improve steering and responsiveness. Hook yourself into the 2013 Vegas and prepare to be blown away by the performance of this freestyle and wakestyle machine!
From the 2013 North Kiteboarding Trust Bar product page -
The North Trust Bar is legendary in the kitesurfing industry and amongst the riders; we have developed it, tweaked it and refined it for many years.
The Trust bar 2013 once again stands for unmatched safety and reliability. As with all things at North Kiteboarding, if we do something new, we do it right, this year the bar has been completely reworked, updated and redesigned!
The new bar for 2013 is the culmination of years of development, testing and competition winning success. It provides the rider with a unique control system that has safety rooted at its core.
Comfort, control, and easy handling back up this ethos and combine to offer the rider the best control system on the market. Naturally, the new Trust bar conforms to the regulations of the French Safety Laws and surpasses all of our own requirements in terms of ease of release. Take a closer look at this masterpiece yourself !
The Ride is simply fun. Paul Serin is enjoying the Ride jumping, riding waves and just cruising.
"The Ride was derived from the base origins of the Park, but with more focus on a 'sheet in and go' feel and water relaunch ease. Our R&D team set out to create a kite that was simple, easy and fun for 'all around, hooked-in freeriding'; and a kite that a novice or entry level rider could use for learning the basics and improving into an advanced rider."
Get an insight view into the development by kitedesigner Ken Winner and check out the new features of our latest "High Performance Freeride Wave" kite. See Sky, Patri and Ken in action...
Welcome to the world of Naish; a world of water, wind and waves. A world of dreams and adrenaline, fun, family and friends. A world where high tech materials and designs meet real world testing to give you the best possible boardriding experience.
DIRECTOR: Andreas Jansen RIDERS: Jalou Langeree, Sam Light, Rick Jensen, Jesse Richman, Shawn Richman, Kai Lenny KITES: 2013 Kite Collection BOARDS: 2013 Kiteboard Collection HARNESSES: 2013 Harness Collection SOUNDTRACK: If I Could Feel Again by Pretty Lights
The one kite that does it all -- any rider, any style, any condition.
The Park's three-strut design and Swept Compact C outline results in a very stable and responsive kite. The powerful profile and leading edge give the rider good low-end power and consistent pull over a wide range of wind speeds.
The Park uses just enough sweep to maximize depower and allow for easy relaunch. The Swept Compact C platform remains very close to a real C-shape in order to provide the crispness and feel in the bar that you really need.
Designed with fun in mind, the Park provides the rider with the power to boost, the handling to hit the lip with style and the ability to feel good in any condition.
Key Features:
- Super easy handling - Versatility - Crisp bar feel - Superior low-end performance - Effortless water relaunch
State-of-the-art C-kite for competition freestyle, power freeriding and unhooked waveriding.
The Torch flies quickly through the air and will depower easily with a quick check of the board edge. Power is delivered smoothly, with depower similar to a bridled kite by virtue of the kite's ability to fly fast. Whether you are hooked in or unhooked, riding is effortless and precise. The position of the kite's struts makes it stiffer in the air, for even more precise handling.
The Torch is equally at home winning heats on the world stage as it is ripping up your home beach.
Key Features:
- Precise bar feel - Unmatched unhooked qualities - Fast response flying - Solid power through the turns - Kite of choice for pro riders
You will not find a more ergonomic control system, with more built in features than the QuickLink Control System with IDS. QuickLink is simply the cleanest control device on the market today. QuickLink is the first control system on the market to internalize all of the lines, swivels, and quick releases so that the rider has an uncluttered and seamless device to control the kite. With over 14 important functions thoughtfully integrated into the control system, QuickLink works with your body's intuitive movements for easy and efficient operation.The QuickLink control system utilizes our exclusive IDS security system with three stages of depower.
The Cabrinha Spark is designed to give you the kite flying skills you need to begin your kiteboarding adventures. The 2 meter trainer is ideal for someone wanting to safely learn the basics.
Features include -
- Ram Air Design - no inflation needed - Heavy Dudty Nylon Canopy Material - 2 Line Bridle - Reinforced Cell Structure - Stable, Forgiving Flight Characteristics - Color Coded Wing Tips
The Cabrinha Relaunch kite is a scaled version of their inflatable kite which is designed to teach a student how to operate a fully functioning 4 line IDS kite.
As the name denotes, the Relauch will teach a rider the real world techniques of reverse launching an inflatable kite by pulling on the left or right leader lines.
It will also teach a rider the important technique of operating an IDS security system.
Since the Relaunch is designed to be used with a standard QuickLink IDS control system, the student will be familiar with all of the control and security features by the time they get on the water for their 1st lesson.
Features include -
- Single strut - Realistic behavior characteristics - Water relaunch - Depower - Safety system - 2.5 meter size / bar not included
The Chaos is Cabrinha's all new competition Freestyle kite.
This kite is dedicated to one thing - delivering the absolute best performance in Freestyle competition.
Designed with PKRA superstar Alby Rondina, this bridled C kite represents the progression taking place in today's touring freestyle arena.
Lets be clear, this technical performance kite is not for everyone.
It won't mow your lawn. It won't leave you dangling. But if you are looking to get on the podium then this is your kite.
Again, this kite is not a park and ride kite like the Switchblade or a smooth all terrain kite like the Vector, this kite was designed to wage war with the laws of gravity and drag....to send you airborne and throw massive kiteloops, but still grin huge because you know that if anything goes awry, you still have an industry setting safety system that will completely depower the kite and allow you to relaunch when you are ready.
Features include -
- Bridled C-kite 5-strut design - Designed with PKRA rider Alberto Rondina - Competition freestyle - High aspect ratio - Quicklink IDS equipped - Sprint Clamps: now improved for a more positive closure - Stainless steel bridle guides: size & weight reduced for 2013 - Airlock valve: new interface allowing 1/4 turn hose-to-valve connection - Line Manager: sequentially wind lines onto bar for faster rigging next session
The Cabrinha Vector is a performance 3 strut kite in a simple minimalist package. With the Vector there is nothing getting between you and an amazing kitesurfing experience. The hybrid design is perfect for Universal Riding. That means its perfect for surf, freestyle, or wakestyle. The Vector has a robust construction, using all of the same materials and components in our much higher end kites. We've stripped down the non essentials, giving you the option to upgrade as you feel necessary.
Features include -
- Stability, park and ride simplicity - 3 strut design - Amazing relaunch - Direct line bridling - Quicklink IDS equipped - Sprint
In 2012 the Drifter surf kite was a breakaway success. Surfers worldwide have now come to know the benefits of "drift stability". Drift stability, one of the Drifter's prominent features, is the kites ability to stay afloat and drift downwind when the kite is depowered. This so called slack line drift function allows the rider to power into the wave, then shut the kite power down and surf as if the kite was not even there. When the rider needs to power back up the kite is quick to re- engage and power the rider to the next section. The Drifter's hybrid design is slightly more upright and compact in shape. This makes the Drifter turn on a dime, and power and depower on command. When the wind conditions are marginal and you need to steer the kite a lot, the Drifter will surgically place the kite where you need it exactly when you need it.
Features include -
- Surf specific 3 strut design - Excellent slack line drift - High depower - Direct and responsive steering - Simplified bridle - Light weight - Enhanced durability - Quicklink IDS equipped - Sprint
The Crossbow, now in its 7th edition sits at the top of the list as being the most efficient kite in our range. Its improved light wind performance can be attributed in part to its new lighter weight design. We've reduced the number of struts and have distributed the Dacron sparingly and more efficiently. Thus earning its new designation as the Crossbow LW (Light Weight). The Crossbow's bow kite design is another factor in providing a wide wind range and light wind performance. The bow kite design allows us to produce a high aspect kite with a flatter arc which delivers more power per square meter than a non bow kite. This power is easily controlled by our trademark Depower on Demand. this allows the rider to precisely control the power of the kite. Whether you are serious about racing or serious about having as much fun as possible in extremely light winds, the Crossbow LW delivers.
Features include -
- Light Weight 5 strut design - Amazing lift and hangtime - Excellent upwind ability - Largest wind range - Variable tuning options - Quicklink IDS equipped - Sprint
Inspired by Susi Mai. The Siren Series is the sweet option designed specifically for women.
There are very few cases in the world of kite design where high performance and ease of use collide. The Switchblade is just one of those rare cases. The Switchblade is the worlds premier wakestyle and all around freestyle kite. One of the elements that make this kite so perfect for wakestyle riding AND all round freestyle riding is its predictability. It has pitch perfect balance when riding unhooked and a light bar pressure when riding hooked in. The Switchblade has undergone a few strategic improvements in 2013 to enhance its efficiency and turning speed (especially in the larger sizes) without compromising the legendary "feel" that has made the Switchblade the world's best selling kite model.
Features include -
- Modernized design - 5 strut - Dynamic arc - Improved turning speed - Improved Relaunch - Stable and Direct Feel - Park and ride stability - Light bar pressure - High hang time - Works in a wide range of conditions
There are very few cases in the world of kite design where high performance and ease of use collide. The Switchblade is just one of those rare cases. The Switchblade is the worlds premier wakestyle and all around freestyle kite. One of the elements that make this kite so perfect for wakestyle riding AND all round freestyle riding is its predictability. It has pitch perfect balance when riding unhooked and a light bar pressure when riding hooked in. The Switchblade has undergone a few strategic improvements in 2013 to enhance its efficiency and turning speed (especially in the larger sizes) without compromising the legendary "feel" that has made the Switchblade the world's best selling kite model.
Features include -
- Modernized design - 5 strut - Dynamic arc - Improved turning speed - Improved Relaunch - Stable and Direct Feel - Park and ride stability - Light bar pressure - High hang time - Works in a wide range of conditions
Damien Leroy has broken the Hawaiian Speed Sailing Record! (more...)
The US kiteboarder got the best out of the 30-knot winds on offer at Shipwreck Beach, Maui.
Leroy decided it was time to get his name in the book of records and hit the 44.33 knots to set a new speed level in the famous Pacific islands.
The kiteboarder from Vail, Colorado, joined Alex Aguera and family on a ferry to Lana to see if they could break the Hawaiian Speed Record.
The result:
Alex Aguera, Damien LeRoy and Kalia Aguera all break the Hawaiian speed records for Men and Women.
"Just another day in Paradise. I love this adventure I live", said Damien Leroy on his Facebook page. The new record was set while the summer trades are in full force.
Damien Leroy started kiteboarding in 1999 and has been collecting titles, ever since. In 2012, Leroy was crowned Slalom world champion among being voted Kitesurfer of the year."GoPro WiFi BacPac Combo KitFloridaKiteboarding2012-05-30 | TAKEN FROM - http://www.kiteboarding.com - SHIP DATE IS June 11, 2012 - NOW TAKING PREORDERS HERE - http://bit.ly/KB-GoProWiFiBacPac
Live from your GoPro -- Control. View. Share.
Wi-Fi-enable your HD HERO2 (or original HD HERO camera) with the GoPro Wi-Fi BacPac™ and Wi-Fi Remote.
The Wi-Fi BacPac attaches to your HD HERO2 camera to enable long range video remote control via the Wi-Fi Remote or a smartphone, tablet, or computer running a free GoPro App. Waterproof and durable, the Wi-Fi Remote enables complete control of up to 50 HD HERO2 cameras at a time.
When paired with the Wi-Fi BacPac, the HD HERO2 also supports live video streaming and remote control via smart-devices, computers and the Web wherever Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot is present. Record one video stream to your HD HERO2′s SD card while sending a second video stream via Wi-Fi to your smart-device, computer or the Web.
The original HD HERO is also compatible with the Wi-Fi BacPac and Wi-Fi Remote with support for remote control functions only. Video streaming is not available on the original HD HERO camera.
2013 Litewave Carbon Kick Twin-Tip Kiteboard: Red Neck Goes High Tech
Litewave's new board being tested on a light day at Cape Hatteras North Carolina. The Carbon Kick is new for 2013. It has a layer of carbon to give it extra pop so you can shred harder.
The Litewave DV8 is a new type of surf machine that makes all your moves easier. The wood/EPS construction is only 1cm thick in the center, promoting a low center-of-gravity.
FORM + FUNCTION... The combination of a surfboard shaped bottom along with a continuous, raised edge provides an excellent grab rail all the way around the board. A full deck pad completes the strapless functionality.
- Flexy, recessed deck, full pad, strapped or strapless - Thruster fin set-up without fin boxes (thru-bolt style) - Comes with straps, 3 fins - Available in 5'7" and 6'1"
Innovation and attention to detail are not only applied to the kite at Flysurfer. Innumerable ideas and prototypes fail when it comes to the main deciding factor: Our demand for quality. That's why it took years for our control bar to become what it is now: The Infinity Bar 2.0.
A bar is only as good as its quick release. Infinity-Bar 2.0 QR Together with the Infinity 2.0 Control Bar, we introduce our new Infinity 2.0 QR. At first glance you can only imagine how brilliant this component really is. First of all, it fulfills the French safety norms to perfection, which only very few kiting quick releases do. The force needed to release the QR is minimal in relation to the load. Even with 400 kilograms of load, the release force remains under ten dekanewtons (similar to kilograms). The QR design is optimized to be resistant against snow, sand, dirt and small rocks, as much as possible. But that is still not all. We focused on the smallest of details. There is no metal part at the end of the loop that can become tangled behind the harness hook. The system is intuitive and can be reset easily and quickly. In addition, we made sure that you can release dependably, even when wearing thick gloves. Disruptive or dangerous accidental releases are practically eliminated. A heavy component? Hardly. The Infinity 2.0 QR weighs only 157 grams and offers the most compact construction of all chicken loops with a comparable range of functions.
On the Infinity 2.0 Control Bar,The all new Chickenstick we replace the Chickendick with another of our innovations: the Chickenstick. While most Chickendicks get stiff in low temperatures and barely work, the Chickenstick is stiff from the start and can be attached to the harness hook quickly and easily with the help of an elastic connection. Broken Chickendicks or accidental releasing is basically eliminated with this Chickenstick.
Only a few bars can completely Untwisting the Infinity-Bar 2.0 untwist, our first Infinity bar could do it. But the Infinity 2.0 Control Bar can do it so much better. A special construction allows the Infinity 2.0 QR to swivel even more smoothly than ever, without being susceptible to rusting or blocking when exposed to sand, dirt, ice or salt. The new Double V shaped Eyelet leads the depower lines vertically through the bar. This improves comfort and handling when holding the bar for one-handed flying and unhooked tricks. We thought of more, too. The depowerloop 'locks' when unhooking and doesn't dangle around. For real wake-style purists, we also have the option to make the depowerloop bigger. And so that no wish remains unfulfilled, each Infinity 2.0 Control Bar has the option to use a "Releasable Suicide HP-Mode". You get the accessories for this delivered with the bar free of charge.
So, endless rotations, new quickrelease, chicken stick, options for customization for unhooked riding and still the Infinity 2.0 Control Bar has more tricks up its sleeve. This is our first bar with a quickly adjustable stopperball, which we recommend, above all, for advanced riders and constant winds. This is a luxury that we no longer want to go without. If you are surprised by a gust, you can still push the stopper up, together with the bar. Still not enough features? You can adjust the bar width on the winders at any time. Finally we also slightly revised our trimmer again. It's now more precise and more user-friendly. The control bar remains clean and clearly laid out, despite a multitude of functions. Functionality and simplicity: have you seen a control bar that combines this better?
Filmed by Matthew Blew during the 2012 Jupiter Kite Invasion.
Luis Cruz and Nicolas Suriel traveled from kite beach Cabarete, Dominican Republic to kite beach Juno, Florida to compete in the 9th annual Jupiter Kite Invasion. They took 1st and 2nd place in the Men's Pro Freestyle Division and sampled several of Florida's great kite spots during their visit.
The Fuse is already in his 3rd generation and setting benchmarks in 4 line kite performance. It's a dedicated free-ride/wave kite that is sparking the future of 4 line performance every year.
The Fuse is a easy kite for freeriding and waves with a huge wind range, light, predictable feel and great jumping qualities. Its unique and simple Attack Control Bridle gives the Fuse smooth, reactive steering that is especially evident when de-powered, making it a huge step forward in terms of manoeuvrability and directness on 4 lines. Additionally, the Bridle gives you the ability to safely and completely de-power the Fuse on its back, similar to a 5 line system, just a little bit slower. Easily accessible low-end power and extreme resistance to back-stalling gives the Fuse great light wind capabilities while the AC Bridle ensures direct de-power and a crisp bar feeling even in strong winds, with easy push and pull power.
The Fuse is built to last, still utilizing the Techno Force canopy material D², which was first used ever with the first product generation of the Fuse. Lazy pump simplicity will get you on the water quickly and easily when it counts. To ensure a 100% safety solution the Fuse can also be flown on the 5th Element if desired. It's your choice!
-Four Line Hybrid Design -Adaptive Tips -Good Lowend -Good Windrange -Massive Hangtime -Lively steering even when depowered -4 Line with 5th Line ability
Airush Brand Manager ,Clinton Filen reviews the main features
of the 2012 Airush 'Smart Bar III' control bar.2012 NAISH Control BarsFloridaKiteboarding2011-09-12 | FOR MORE 2012 NAISH VIDEOS - http://bit.ly/NAISH1 - (cont.)
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From SURF EXPO 9/10/2011 - Naish USA's Nick Stuart reviews the main features of the 2012 NAISH control bars.
First, the 'Shift system' control bar for use with the Torch Kite is shown
followed by the 'Universal' control bar.Bruna Kajiya Kiteboarding - Ro Sham Throw DownFloridaKiteboarding2011-08-26 | FOR MORE MYSTIC VIDEOS - http://bit.ly/MYSTIC1 -
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Shot by William Milne of Boom Ting Productions
"I was really stoked to be invited to the Ro Sham Throw down...and take 1st place!"
Michael Schitzhofer and Rui Meira travel in time to test the new GP C-kite from BEST Kiteboarding. (cont.)
The GP C-kite from Best will take you back to the future, back to when all that mattered was raw performance and nailing every new trick you tried. The GP is team rider designed, tuned, and tested and delivers an unbeatable combination of pop, responsive steering, and amazing unhooked feel.
The Patented Reflex leading edge design, unique to the GP, works just like suspension for your kite; giving the best unhooked feel you've ever ridden,especially in the turns, and helps to soak up every gust. The Reflex LE also gives the GP an extended canopy lift area giving you more lift for jumping and effortless drive for staying upwind in the competition zone.
Designed for new school and wakestyle riders the GP's Twin-Tune feature gives you multiple front and rear attachment point options so you can dial in more pop, better upwind ability, and more responsive handling for competition heats or detune your GP for practicing your latest tricks. With Twin-Tune you can effortlessly switch between newschool and wakestyle settings in seconds, allowing you to reinvent your style at a moment's notice.
The GP is a true C-kite with no bridle, pulleys or sliders. It is designed to work best with the 5-line GP-Bar for maximum control, easy safety and the fastest possible relaunch. The GP-Bar comes with an 8mm spliced center line, Sacrifice Insert System for zero depower line wear and a new Pro-cuff QR to eliminate false releases when competing. Add all of these innovations and features together and you have a C-kite package that is destined to be the future of freestyle competition.
Adam Super kiteboarding in 2011.
Adam has been kiteboarding since April, 2009.
He is originally from Pittsburgh, PA and now resides in the Outerbanks of North Carolina. He is the Eastern Technical Representative for Roberto Ricci Designs (RRD) and Mystic Kiteboarding. Adam also manages the internet department for Kitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding Division.
This film was Edited by Adam Super and shot by his awesome friends and goprovideo.com.
Thank you for watching and for the love and support.
Tired of having to choose between Performance and Comfort?
Us too, it's time for something new, a board that breaks the rules and opens the doors too riders to push themselves and their limits. We opened our mind to new possibilities and now it's your turn.
The Supershinn was not conceived as a competition kiteboard but it's certainly capable of competing at the highest levels. No board can offer so much performance in such an accessible package.
We've combined the highly developed freestyle outline, tweaked the successful Constant Curve rocker line first seen on the Monk, incorporated the incredibly popular Squoval mould and added into the mix our new Hydro-Flo tail conduits.
Were we successful? Judge for yourself but we seriously advise NOT buying another kiteboard before you try it!
Vertical Strake -
The 90 degree strake at the edge of the conduit re-directs
water flow over the entire surface of the fin, enhancing
the performance of the profile and allowing the use
of smaller fins without the associated loss of grip and drive.
Variable Rocker -
The conduit INCREASE the rocker at the rail of the board
whilst maintaining our incredibly successful Constant Curve
through the central area. The effect? Less rail or fin catching
at speed and a more aggressive carve into your POP.
Improved Flex Control -
It's no secret, softer tips add control to the board whilst
stiffer ones improve POP...until now!
Through endless tests and experiments, we've used the conduits
to re-define tail flex and provide control AND POP -
the best of BOTH worlds!
CONSTANT CURVE ROCKER - We bend the rules
So, how does it work and why do you need it?
Reason 1 -
Conventional rockers have multiple radiuses however our new design maintains a constant curve from tip to tail. As power increases and you load the rail you naturally transfer more weight to your back foot, the cc rocker contact with the water remains constant (unlike multiple radius versions) no matter how your balance is distributed between your feet, meaning no trim adjustment and no increase in leg pressure is needed -- constant grip and constant power in all conditions.
Reason 2 -
The progressive concave flattens the centre of the board to enhance glide and efficiency when riding flatter in less powered conditions but leaves the rocker continuous at the rail where it's needed for powered riding.
Reason 3 -
Massively increasing the lift in the extremes of the board has the added bonus of eliminating tip strike when riding in chop and that means no spray in the riders eyes -- ever.
Bruna Kajiya Kiteboarding in Tarifa.
Shot by William Milne of Boom Ting Productions for Mystic Clothing.
Shot in Tarifa, Spain, World Champion Bruna Kajiya talks you through her love for this place, the essence and balance of kiteboarding, wind and life in general, but especially about the shift in her personal goal from becoming World Champion to pushing the whole girls side of the sport to a new level.
"We're more than just girls in bikinis trying to look good on the beach..."
The 2012 Rebel remains North's flagship kite, combining all the ingredients you need to cover a huge wind-range, rip apart any size surf, boost huge airs and ride comfortably in nearly all conditions. It is quite simply our best interpretation of what a modern free-ride/wave kite should be and it's really no mystery why the Rebel is THE most sold kite ever.
The 2012 Rebel remains a loaded 5th line kite, offering its most acclaimed performance attributes like a short bar stroke, crisp, direct feeling, rock solid stability in all conditions, and it's unique ability to steer while de-powered. The new square wingtip design maximizes the effective tip area, makes the tips less prone to distortion and fluttering while steering and gives the Rebel its new stylish and modern appeal. Super clean tip panels account for greatly improved, ultra smooth turning and easy handling that remains smooth even in over-powered conditions. Size-specific tuning ensures that the big sizes feel crisp and lively and the small sizes feel forgiving even in blistering wind. The Rebel also features a simple back-line adjustment to tune it for greater or lesser bar pressure to suit your desired feel. As with all North kites, the 2012 Rebel is built to last utilizing our proven construction methods and the highest quality materials like our exclusive Teijin D2 canopy fabric.
The Trigger is a modern take on a classic design. The tri-finned thruster is a well rounded surfboard which is comfortable in any type of surf. It can be ridden in side-shore to on-shore conditions with the same level of performance. The Trigger likes to be ridden with minimal input from the kite allowing you to ride with a slightly bigger board with a smaller kite. This brings the experience as close as it gets to surfing without a kite. Like all of our surfboards the Trigger can be ridden with or without straps. The Trigger utilizes our exclusive cork sandwich layup. This eco friendly construction provides a light weight, durable alternative to PVC reinforcement while delivering a softer, flex.
The foundation of our ever expanding girls line of Cabrinha gear is built on the popular Caliber XO. The Caliber XO's design is driven by kiteboarding's international icon Susi Mai. The Caliber XO is not just a pretty looking version of the men's line (even though it is pretty), but rather a finely tuned board that caters to the wants and needs of the female rider. We've dialed the size, flex and base shape to make this board the performance choice for girls in Freestyle and Freeriding.
When it comes to serious freestyle and freeriding the Caliber steps up to the plate. With its lower rocker line the Caliber planes quickly and is able to fly upwind. A huge asset when riding in less than favorable wind conditions as well as for staying in the defined competition area. The Caliber's outline and flex pattern give the board incredible pop whether you are riding unhooked or hooked in. The new Caliber has extended the quad concave right through the center of the board to provide increased grip, and to diffuse the impact on the landings.
The Caliber is constructed with a Paulownia wood core, ABS side walls and carbon stringers, tip to tail. We've added composite foot patches for a more direct power transmission to the rail.
Tired of having to choose between Performance and Comfort? Us too, it's time for something new, a board that breaks the rules and opens the doors too riders to push themselves and their limits. We opened our mind to new possibilities and now it's your turn.
The Supershinn was not conceived as a competition kiteboard but it's certainly capable of competing at the highest levels. No board can offer so much performance in such an accessible package.
We've combined the highly developed freestyle outline, tweaked the successful Constant Curve rocker line first seen on the Monk, incorporated the incredibly popular Squoval mould and added into the mix our new Hydro-Flo tail conduits.
Were we successful? Judge for yourself but we seriously advise NOT buying another kiteboard before you try it!
Vertical Strake -
The 90 degree strake at the edge of the conduit re-directs
water flow over the entire surface of the fin, enhancing
the performance of the profile and allowing the use
of smaller fins without the associated loss of grip and drive.
Variable Rocker -
The conduit INCREASE the rocker at the rail of the board
whilst maintaining our incredibly successful Constant Curve
through the central area. The effect? Less rail or fin catching
at speed and a more aggressive carve into your POP.
Improved Flex Control -
It's no secret, softer tips add control to the board whilst
stiffer ones improve POP...until now!
Through endless tests and experiments, we've used the conduits
to re-define tail flex and provide control AND POP -
the best of BOTH worlds!
The Naish Team flies, rips, shreds and slides on this year's collection of twintips: check out the Money Shot, Arcade, Momentum, Haze, Raskal and Skate.