‘09
The new way to Perform!
7, 9, 11, 13 Sqm
Performance and Sensations!
‘‘Starkites® is strongly committed to designing quality kite equipment. Based in Cabarete, Dominican Republic- a world class, year round wind spot- kiterboarders, including pro-kiters, give us feedback which is then integrated into all the stages of our product development process. Our team is made up of dedicated and passionate kiteboarders who test and design strong and innovative kites to help kiters of all levels fulfil their passion in a fun and safe way.
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Performance and Sensations! EXA’09 is Starkites® brand new instinctive performance kite
The EXA is Starkites’ new line of performance kites, designed to combine the feeling and manoeuvrability of a C-shape kite with the wind range of a flat kite for freestyle riders ready to push the limits. Taking advantage of all the latest technical innovations in the kiting industry, the EXA has been developed tough and technical for unrivalled performance. The EXA’s special bi- and tri-radial hybrid structure generates and transmits the maximum possible power with the available wind. The EXA helps you get the reaction rate and control developed specifically with freestyle riders in mind. A total performer: try it and expect to be impressed !
Introducing the new way to perform! EXA’09 key highlights include
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Responsiveness & steady power: highly responsive with steady power means enhanced kite loop abilities and precision piloting.
Easy hook-in and -out: new-school unhooked tricks and moves such as ralley style are much simpler to execute!
Excellent hang-time : allows you to have more time to rip it up while in the air and execute old-school and big air style moves with a more fluid movement!
Adjustable bar pressure: you ride the way you want- the bar is adjustable according to how much pressure you want to ride with!
Developed in close cooperation with our international Pro-Rider Alex Soto, and pushed to its limits, the EXA’09 helps make freestyle riding instinctive to riders. EXA’09 is available in: 7, 9, 11 and 13sqm.
Indications are based on the EXA’09 used by an average rider of 75kg using a 135cm board. EXA’09 can be used with either 24m or 20m lines . Please note that you need to add 4 to 6 knots to the above chart for the wind range on 20m lines.
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TECHNOLOGIES Starkites’ R&D team has devoted a large amount of time to testing and improving each detail of EXA’09. The result is amazing… See for yourself! As with all the Starkites products, the EXA has been developed using state of the art technology and our specialised know-how to make this kite a market leader.
A.M.P
Auto Morphing Profile The Auto Morphing Profile enables a dual action: 1.Auto-stabilisation of the kite when it is located at the edge of wind window in gusty winds 2.Double De-power allowing the kite to flatten the center profile in addition to reducing the angle of attack when sheeting out. In more technical terms, the EXA’s Central Strut Curve is inverted and linked to the canopy by a fabric wall. This feature prevents the kite stalling in gusty winds and also increases the effect of sheeting in and out. Kites with standard struts change the angle of attack when the rider sheets in or out. The EXA changes both the center profile shape and the angle of attack which all leads to better de-power capacity using smaller movements on the bar.
I.C.E
Inner Curved Leading Edge I.C.E technology stands for Inner Curved Leading Edge. The leading edge shape ensures minimal contact with water when kite is on the water. It also guarantees a fast and easy re-launch. Just power-up and pull one of the leader lines a few centimetres and it will re-launch the kite. No more swimming needed! This is the same technology as developed for Starkites’ SBOW kite, a renowned model for its amazing re-launch capabilities.
D.B.S
Dual Bridle System The bridle system is key to a kite’s performance. With the EXA, we focused on developing a Dual Bridle System. This bridle system will always keep the kite arch in the same shape and ensure power transmission to be complete. The bridle does not absorb or lose force, which makes you get a real and direct response from your kite. In the Dual System,the central bridle keeps the leading edge in a constant perfect shape, and the lateral bridle gives direct power transmission while maintaining the best kite balance according to the kite’s center of power.
Central Inflation
The EXA’09 is available in 2 versions – one with and one without Central Inflation- we want to satisfy all our customers’ needs and preferences (ask your shop what is available)
High Strength Structure EXA’s High Strength Structure creates a very reactive kite thanks to its hybrid radial construction: 1/3 bi-radial and 2/3 tri-radial. Fabric fibers are orientated in the exact same direction as the power is distributed from, which creates a strong and stiff structure that results in minimum energy loss, increased reactivity, easier control and increased wind range.
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Construction The unrivalled strength of our kites is the result of our continual commitment to developing and sourcing the highest-grade fabrics and accessories, using the best possible assembly methods. The following list describes some of the top features we feel you should know about.
Custom Steering Setting Setting 1 : middle of the wing tip: this creates 2 1 more feeling in the bar with a slightly reduced reaction rate. It is a prefered setting when launching up-side down tricks and learning handle passes. Setting 2 : rear of the wing tip: used for fast turning and it is the preferred setting for kite loops carried out in the upper side of the wind window- a faster turning kite also means a smaller diameter kiteloop
Reinforced strut/leading edge junction, white double canopy frame on sensitive points
High resistance to wear and tear trailing edge, with «v» folding Dacron end strut reinforcement band
Strong Rash guard. Canopy junction anti tear and fuse sewing to prevent damage in case of extreme crash
Strong Dacron fabric 150 gr/m2
Double Trailing edge and flap control patches
Safety handles on both kite ears for safe rescue
New:Fu l l y r e i n fo r c ed, w i n g t i p s a n d b r i d l es a t t a c h m e n t s t o b uff e r a l l k i n d o f c ra s h.
New: removableMini battens on tips. Stabilize trailing edge during fast turns and avoid flapping of wing tips for long lasting kite.
Along with the PROBAR09, the kite also includes a very comfortable extendible bag- allowing you to keep the kite struts inflated and the lines connected, and a repair kit.
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