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As a brand we've always stayed true to our foundations; true to the sport. For more than ten years, we've maintained our belief that there is no substitute for high performance and premium quality. Our mission, is to enhance every individual’s experience.

Continuing to push the boundaries of innovation, safety and design, we work hard to remain a key player in the growth of the sport. We acknowledge all the different disciplines of riding and ultimately, we feel a responsibility to reach the demands and needs of each rider from every target group and style.

N ort h K iteboarding . T rue K iteboarding .

Each member of the North Kiteboarding Team loves to ride, and is devoted to the products we create, develop and use every day.

At North Kiteboarding we remain loyal to our customers and all others who appreciate the premium quality and performance of our products. Valuing our Team Riders, their skills and ambition, we rely on them for first hand feedback.

We are proud of how far we've come, proud of what we've achieved and excited about the future. North Kiteboarding is a brand that brings a lot of gratification and fulfilment. None of it would be possible without the sheer dedication and commitment from the customers, people and riders behind the brand.

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B rand s tor y U2 - 001 t h e team 004 - 005 P rodu c t h ig h l ig h t s

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warrant y + 6 010 - 011 progre s s ion q 012 - 017 te c h no f or c e d 2 018 - 019 kite s 020 - 063 ba R S 064 - 085 B O A R D S T W I N T I P S 086 - 111 b I N D I N G S 112 - 123 B O A R D S D I R E C T I O N A LS 124 - 141 H A R N E SS E S 14 2 - 147 v e s tS 148 - 149 B A G S 150 - 157 appare l 15 8 - 163 P rodu c t o v er v ie w 164 - 167

H I G HL I G H T S

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w a k e s t y l e HIG h LIGHT s

INTRO

2015

v ega s h ad l o w edition

team s erie s h ad l o w edition

pop boot

wake s t y l e bar

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WA R R A N T Y

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extended warranty

INTRO

Since 2012 North Kiteboarding offers an extended

Customers who register their North Kiteboarding pro-

warranty of six months on all North Kiteboarding kites,

duct* within 60 days of purchase receive an extended

boards and bars of the 2012 range or later!

warranty of six months beyond the legal warranty period

Customers can register their North Kiteboarding products on the website using the unique product registration system!

of their country.

(The extended warranty begins with the expiration of the legal warranty period of their country and includes the same scope of protection.)

L EGA L WAR RANT Y P ER IOD (O F YOUR COUNT RY )

G ET 6 M ONT HS E XT END ED WAR RANT Y

h o w doe s t h e e x tended warrant y

warrant y pro c e s s /

pro c e s s w ork ?

ne c e s s ar y re q uirement s

After successful registration of a North Kiteboarding

› Valid receipt

product, the customer receives a confirmation mail.

› Confirmation mail

If the product has been registered within 60 days of

› Registration of the North Kiteboarding product on

purchase, this confirmation mail and a valid receipt

the website

entitle the customer to six months extended warranty.

Warranty claims can only be claimed with the dealer

If these requirements are met, the usual complaints

who sold the registered North Kiteboarding product.

process can be applied, i.e. the damage is documented and all necessary documents (receipt, confirmation mail, documentation) are sent/given to the shop where the product has been bought. The shop is sending the information to the warranty department.

ad vantage s f or t h e c u s tome r

REGI STE R N OW!

› 6 months more warranty › First-hand product information › Proof of ownership (theft) › Peace of mind

* The following products can be registered: kites, boards and bars of the 2012 range or later (older products cannot be registered).

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progression q A passion for Kiteboarding linked with engineering knowhow‌

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A bra s ion R ein f or c ement s

All areas exposed to scuffing strengthened with STPU Reinforcements, renowned for its durability against abrasion.

Attention to detail is the key to the overall quality of

After several years of installing this attitude in our

any product. Kites are complex technical products,

R&D team and production facility, the concept has

and the key to progression and evolution is to keep

proven successful: our kites are a superior quality

analysing and optimizing all aspects of the construc-

product down to every last detail, and you can feel

All bladders are produced of high quality Polyure-

tion and production methods continuously. Industrial

this when you fly them. The result: The best Kites,

thane. This material is known for its high elasticity in

production utilises a Total Quality Control approach

Boards and Accessories for your True Kiteboarding

different temperatures and resistance to pressure.

this is the method of choice to improve efficiency in

experience.

The modern welding technique ensures durable seams

production and material consumption to achieve a

There are 3 aspects to this approach that complement

and binds the material together perfectly.

product that is both superior and economic at the

each other and have to work together seamlessly:

same time – we have applied these principals to our

1. Materials and Hardware

manufacturing process.

2. Employees and Production Techniques 3. Construction Details and Design

1 . M ateria l s and Hard ware

We choose partners to supply our basic materials that we trust and we build longstanding relationships with them to benefit from their own development and improvements. te c h no f or c e d 2 b y tei j in

B l adder s o f P o ly uret h ane

A irport Va lv e

For 2015 all kites are equipped with the Air Port Valve. To ensure user friendliness the non-return valve has been reworked and Velcro has been added, this connects the valve to the kite and prevents twisting.

The valves unique construction has several advantages, but first and foremost it saves time rigging. The valve works with any conventional pump or compressor as it can be connected directly to the bayonet insert of

Teijin is the world’s leading supplier for polyester

the hose. The valve is suitable for both, inflation and

fabrics and sail materials for all kinds of marine sports.

deflation. The deflation option is integrated, which means

We use the remarkably durable Teijin Dacron for our

no external deflation pin is required. Deflation is simply

leading edge, struts, wingtips and the trailing edge

activated by turning the blue wheel on the inside of the

and wherever high tension or an applied load is found.

valve completely to the right.

Technoforce D2 is used for our canopy. Technoforce

P L EAS E NOT E:

D2 was an exclusive development for North Kiteboar-

Always deflate via the inflation valve (Air Port Valve)

ding, which has proven its superiority in durability and

first, before opening the dump valve. This procedure will

dynamics since we started using it.

prevent unwanted twisting of the valve.

Line s b y T eu f e l berger

Teufelberger is a leading supplier for ropes, ranging

La z y P ump

The Lazy Pump system enables the inflation of the

from climbing, sailing and paragliding to specialized

kite from just one valve. Clips close off struts from

ropes for kitesurfing. North Kiteboarding uses Teufel-

leading edge to prevent unwanted airflow in case of

berger products for lines and bridles.

damage or simply to only deflate the leading edge.

A short sizzling noise, which is a very small amount of air escaping from the interspace of the valve, when taking off the bayonet fitting is normal. The valve enables fatigue-proof inflation due to the bigger air passage. Even bigger kites will be inflated within seconds!

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2 . E mp l o y ee s and P rodu c tion T e c h ni q ue s

3 . Con s tru c tion D etai l s and D e s ign

A number of construction details optimised in the Progression Q process resulted in features which are outright peop l e

innovations made by North Kiteboarding and have become industry standard. North Kiteboarding stays at the cutting edge of R&D by working with two experienced kite designers and numerous product developers, who

We expect a lot from the people who manufacture

work closely with each other to ensure every improvement and development is transferred to each kite model in

our kites. This is why we work with technically trained

our range. Durability and functionality of our products are a direct result of their experience and workflow.

employees, who are motivated due to a long-term investment in their capabilities, controlled working conditions and a fair wage system.

Load - D i s tribution - P ane l s

T Q M M et h od – t h e q ua l it y c h e c k c ard

As kite geometry improves, the canopy must continue to resist increasing forces. To spread these forces,

A detailed quality control system has been developed,

Load-Distribution Panels are used, holding the kite’s

controlling every step starting with the delivery of raw

shape even under the most extreme loads. In practice

materials to the factory and ending with the final deli-

this gives a smoother and more consistent perfor-

very of kites to our customers. In between, every sing-

mance from the kite in any riding situation.

le stage is optimized to the smallest detail. The quality check card is the key to keeping precise control over the process for every individual kite at every stage.

Fu s ion Strut

Computeri s ed s e w ing and c utting

This construction allows for a controlled distribution of forces between strut and leading edge. Struts are

All critical seams are done with computer supported

100% connected to the leading edge with a flexible

sewing and cutting machines. This avoids human mis-

Dyneema line, which promotes higher canopy tension

takes and inconsistencies, increases the productivity

and a clean profile.

and reduces waste from offcut material; it is the only way to create a perfect and consistent result every time.

Zipper l e s s Strut

A strut without zippers means less weight, and results G l ued Zig - Zag Stit c h e s

in smoother flying characteristics and increased durability. These advantages outweigh the slightly

Every single seam is stitched with a zigzag sewing tech-

more tedious process required when changing a strut

nique. They are first glued then stitched. The result is

bladder.

a clean, good-looking and highly durable stitch, which supports the overall stability of the kite.

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D oub l e -V P igtai l s

Se l f R e s c ue Hand l e s

These pigtails distribute the load of the line connec-

The self-rescue handles on the inside of the wingtips

tions to the kite, minimising the risk of fatigue, making

can be easily found in case of an offshore break down.

the kite less prone to distortion and helps it to steer

They provide a good, comfortable grip while sailing

more smoothly.

back to the shore during a self-rescue manoeuvre.

Loaded 5 t h Line K ook P roo f Conne c tor s

The loaded 5th line is a “nose line� with constant ten-

The kook proof line connection points prevent acci-

sion. This tension is responsible for reactive steering,

dents by guaranteeing that you cannot accidentally

powered as well as depowered and a crisp and direct

connect your lines incorrectly when rigging your kite.

bar feel. Only the 5th line system can guarantee 100 % depower in less than one second when releasing the Iron Heart.

Heav y D ut y Leading E dge C l o s ing Seam

T rai l ing E dge For c e Contro l

The leading edges of all kites are extremely durable

The Trailing Edge Force Control describes the smooth

due to a special heavy-duty closing seam. The Dacron

power distribution between the different materials of

material at the leading edge is reinforced with a self

the kite, forcing the tensions in the right directions.

sticky Insignia Tape and double stitched additionally.

Since 2013 the waves are higher and wider to elimi-

The Heavy Duty Leading Edge Closing Seam is resis-

nate stress points between the Dacron Trailing Edge

tant to very high tensions and diagonal forces.

and the D2 Canopy material. This change in construction reduces fluttering marks and ensures that the material is not wearing out.

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D2

T E CH N O F O R C E

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technoforce d2 teijin

INTRO

For more than 6 years North Kiteboarding has been employing Technoforce D2 on all the kites in the range.

Our team has been continuously testing several other fabrics but the bottom line was – there is no better choice

Key benefits › Le s s broken / torn kite s › Hig h er durabi l it y due to :

of canopy material than the existing Teijin fabric. The dynamics and durability of D2 is simply exceptional. In order to further improve the fabric and optimising it for the kite specific requirements the development and evolution takes place in close collaboration with Teijin, the world market leader in Polyester fabrics.

4 0 % h ig h er breaking s trengt h 7 0 % h ig h er e l ongation s trengt h › U V re s i s tant e v en a f ter y ear s o f u s e

U ni q ue f ly ing c h ara c teri s ti c s :

Step 1 - Coating of the single yarn

› Higher diagonal stiffness than normal canopy

materials. › Higher performance: the stiffer overall structure

stabilizes the kite and makes it faster. › Crisp and very direct response to steering input.

Due to the dynamic pressure forces on kites, the stiffness of a kite is immensely important in relation to the flying characteristics of a kite.

Step 2 - Weaving of the coated single yarns to one fabric

one o f t h e main f a c tor s f or ageing o f kite s i s u v l ig h t

UV light strongly influences the ageing of the kite.

Exposing your kite for too long to UV light can reduce the crisp steering and flying feeling – sometimes within days.

D oub l e c oating

Step 3 - Coating of the whole canopy material

Due to the Double-Coating of D2, the material stays crisp for longer. The unique coating procedure is not just protecting the final canopy, but every single yarn is coated before the final weaving process and therefore every single yarn is protected additionally.

Even if the coating comes off the first layer, the yarns themselves stay coated! Not just protected from the sun, but also from salt crystals, sand, small stones and other sharp objects.

However, the kite canopy material stays a delicate fabric.

Fins and sharp objects can cause small scratches when being used for securing the kite on the ground.

These may appear harmless, but can destroy the kite during the next session when forces impact the canopy.

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quick finder kites

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Thanks to our wide range of kites that are tuned to the different riding levels and styles of riding, each rider from rookie to pro will find his perfect match in our product range.

vegas

dice

wa k e s t y l e /

freestyle/

freestyle

wav e

profile

Hardcore and experienced Wakestyler/Freestyler

Athletic kiter who wants the best out of both worlds

performance

› Best unhooked performance

f e at u r e s

and pop unhooked

c at e g o r y

customer

technical

evo

neo

rebel

dyno

juice

freeride/

wav e /

high performance

race/

freeride/

freestyle

freeride

freeride

freeride

light wind

All-rounder who looks for the Do-It-All kite

Hardcore wave rider, strapless freestyler or wave board/twintip cruiser

Beginner to expert who is looking for maximum in performance and hooked riding

Competition oriented, athletic kiter

Rider looking for a playful light wind cruiser that is fun to ride

› Great drifting abilities

› Best all round kite

› Best drifting ability

› Biggest wind range

› Best upwind performance

› Good low end

› Responsive power release

› Very good unhooked

› Big wind range

› Responsive steering when

› Best hangtime

› Best low end

› Fast turning for its size

delay

performance

› 2 riding setups with numerous trimming options (classic 5th line or Hadlow setup)

› Direct and fast turning

› Great upwind performance

› Best high speed potential

› Easy water relaunch

› Sheet + go power development

› Good hangtime

› Direct and fast turning

› Good depower

› Good jumping

› Powerful (chose 1-2 kite sizes smaller)

› Easy water relaunch

› C-kite design

› C-oriented design

› Hybrid between C-kite

› Moderate Delta design

› Flat kite design

› Flat kite design

› Moderate Delta design

› 4 and 5-line ability

› Loaded 5th line

› 4 and 5-line ability

› 4 and 5-line ability

› 3 strut design

› 5 strut design

› Light construction

› 3 strut design

depowered › Good unhooked

› Quick + consistent turning

performance › Easy water relaunch

and Delta shape

d e ta i l s › Loaded 5th line

› 4 and 5-line ability › 4 and 5-line ability

› 5 strut design

› 3 strut design › 5 strut design

(no one pump)

› Hadlow setup › 6 strut design

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kite technology

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1. kite shape

The shape profile of a kite has an immense influence on its flying characteristics.

The illustrations below give a short overview of the different profile shapes and their impact on a kites’ flying characteristics. c-shape

- best handling

f l at s h a p e

vegas, dice , evo (hybrid)

- most powerful and efficient de sign

r e b e l , dy n o

PROS

PROS

› Direct steering

› Lowend

› Unhooked characteristics

› Upwind ability

› Consistent turning behaviour

› Hangtime › Sheet and go

CONS › Water relaunch in light wind

CONS

› Limited lowend

› Not so precise on the bar › No unhooked ability

d e lta s h a p e

- good compromise bet ween power and handling

neo, juice , evo (hybrid)

2 . S t r u t c o n f i g u r at i o n

The influence of the strut configuration on a kite’s flying characteristics can be summarized in the following two sentences: › A kit e wit h f ewe r st rut s will b e more re spon sive in t urn s. › A kit e wit h more st rut s will b e more sta ble , re sult in g in a larg e r win d ran g e .

PROS › Powerful › Good unhooked › Lowend › Easy water relaunch › Sheet and go CONS › Upwind ability › Top end is limited

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adaptive tips

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F r o n t p i g t a i l DEPO W ER s e t t i n g

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NEO a

b a c k p i g t a i l SHEETING FORCE s e t t i n g s dice

evo/vegas

b

c a a

c b

a

B

h i g h d e p ow e r s e t t i n g

m e d i u m d e p ow e r s e t t i n g

› High depower

› Best drifting

› Sheet & go

› Round turning

› Best jumping

Attach loop between black and yellow webbing.

Attach loop between blue and black webbing. rebel/neo/dyno

vegas

a c

C

b

a

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B

c

a

B

c

soft sheeting

medium setting

Hard sheeting

h i g h d e p ow e r s e t t i n g

m e d i u m d e p ow e r s e t t i n g

low d e p ow e r s e t t i n g

force setting

(recommended)

force setting

› Huge depower

(recommended)

› More power release delay

› Light bar load

› Combines the best out of

› Heavier bar load

› More lift

› Combines the best out of

› More pop unhooked

› Kite reacts faster to turning impulse

two worlds

› Precise steering

› Precise kiteloops

two worlds

› Less reactive steering

› Kite turns tighter

› More kite feedback

› Smooth kite loops

› Smooth kite loops

› Powerful, dynamic turning

› Reactive steering

› Softer power development

› Better jumping › Aggressive kite loops

Switch pigtail between attachment points to change settings.

Switch pigtail between attachment points to change settings.

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INTRODUCTION

Every kite we design is aimed at a specific type of rider and certain styles of riding. We constantly optimise the attributes of each kite to excel in certain areas that we feel will benefit our riders.

To help you discover where you fit in with our product range, and to help you decide which kite best suits your style of riding we have designed a compass that segments different riding styles. The compass will help you to see where each kite excels and which kite is best for you.

WA K ESTYL E

h o o k e d / FREESTYL E

FREERID E

WAV E

Entry

RAC E

UNHOOKED JUMPING & O B STACLES

Kite supported

CRUISING ACROSS

KITE SUPPORTED

Easy handling

FAST & COMPETITION

jumping

VARIOUS CONDITIONS

WAVE RIDING

for rookies

--A riding style with a lot of wakeboarding elements.

It involves low, technical unhooked tricks, with fast landings and obstacles.

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ORIENTED RIDING

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Freestyle is all about hooked in kite-supported jumping.

This involves all kind of tricks from Big Airs, Board Offs, Kiteloops and Transitions.

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The most common riding style, freeriders often look for maximum time and enjoyment on the water.

A combination of surfing and kiteboarding preferably on a directional board.

Combines characteristics that are essential for newcomers to kiteboarding.

Racing focuses on riding at high speed on a competition course.

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Pop Un h ooke d Aggressive power development during take off to catapult the rider out of the water towards the kite (whilst being unhooked).

Ste e r ing p re c i s i o n Very direct and precise steering input and kite feedback.

Low e n d The power a kite can develop at the lowest end of its wind range. It tells you how well a kite will fly if there is not much wind.

Reactive ste e r ing Describes the characteristic that a kite reacts instantaneously to the riders input.

St abil ity in the air A kite that behaves predictable even in un-steady winds and gusts.

Spe e d Maximum power and optimal control over the kite at high speed.

Power releas e d e l ay Kite loses power once the rider has popped and is airborne (this makes it easier to execute tricks like a handle pass).

Kite l oops A kites ability to do kiteloops.

To p e n d The kites ability to still perform consistently at the top end of its wind range.

Ste e r ing w he n de powe re d Ability to steer the kite even when the bar is pushed away (sheeted out).

Wate r re l aunch The ability to launch the kite easily from the water.

L if t Ability to jump high and straight.

De p owe r a b i li t y The kite’s ability to dump wind fast and effective thus create less pull when sheeting out.

Trave l abil ity Kite “drifts” with the wind while surfing a wave.

Ha ngtime Ability to keep the rider in the air during a jump.

S h e et a n d go The ability to create power by sheeting in (pulling the bar towards you) without moving the kite.

Upw i n d p e r fo rm a n ce A kites ability to ride at a tight angle into the wind.

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Vegas

t ec h f e at u r e s p. 2 4 , p. 26 -27

› M o s t p r o g r e s s i v e Wa k e & f r e e s t y l e k i t e › Wide range of use through 3 Bar & numerous trim options › F r e e s t y l e a b i l i t y a s l a s t y e a r b u t: m a s s i v e i m p r o v e d wa k e s t y l e a b i l i t y › m a s s i v e s l ac k

The Vegas has been completely reworked and

wakestyle and freestyle with the most comfortab-

redesigned for 2015, it is now even more freestyle

le settings for the rider in terms of bar pressure.

orientated and hard-core than ever before! The

The ”Hadlow Set Up” has been tuned specifically

kite has a more C-shaped arc this year combined

for competition riding and Aaron himself; it fea-

with a deeper profile allowing it to sit further

tures a special wakestyle bar connection system.

back in the window, delivering plenty of power.

The recommended Wakestyle Bar itself, already

The wingtips have also been changed for 2015;

offers more slack and power release delay com-

they are squarer to offer even more direct feel

pared to the 5th line Trust Bar, in combination

and feedback for the rider. In addition to all of

with the Hadlow Set Up is only recommended

this, the most important feature of the Vegas, the

for absolute experts! Essentially the kite is very

power release delay, has been lengthened. This

stable for performing tricks, but has a little less

means that when you pop, the kite flies forward

depower, only professionals need apply!

in the window and feels weightless in your hands,

The Vegas is the most refined freestyle kite on

allowing you to perform your tricks with ease.

the market, and now it has the endorsement of

With Aaron Hadlow on board there are different

one of the greatest kitesurfers of all time!

set-ups for 2015. The first two set ups are a mix of

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

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6 › 7 › 8 › 9 › 1 0 › 1 1 › 1 2 › 1 3 › 1 4.5

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vegas hadlow edition

H ad low wak e st y l e bar p.8 0 - 82

aaron about the vegas hadlow set up

The Hadlow set up is very personal to me, it started out

or de-power the kite in anyway. It remains in the C-shape,

as a sketch in my notebook many years ago, I was trying

free from deformation, in which the kite performs best.

to give the kite support without loosing any performance.

When riding a kite I am looking for a consistent, driving

I needed something that would support the kite and

turn that generates a consistent power supply when

make it totally stable whilst keeping the bar simple and

turning, this set up does just this by producing a wider,

free of clutter, as if it was a 4 line set up. I tested this

smoother turn arc and kite loop. All the pressure is taken

concept and it turned out to work so well that I still use

through the front lines and this allows the kite to behave

it to this day.

in such a way. With the 5th line, where some pressure

The Vegas is already a very stable kite and works well

is taken though the centre of the kite, the kite tends to

with a 5th line, the tension in the 5th line gives the kite

pivot around this point. It’s a feeling that comes down to

some additional characteristics. The Hadlow set up gives

personal preference but this is one of the main reasons I

a similar LE support but changes the feel of the kite

use this system.

totally. Instead of an independent 5th line the Hadlow

Up until now many people have been put off or

set up starts out like a conventional 4 line bar, and then 4

uninterested because of the lack of information. Now

meters away from the kite the front lines split, your nor-

with North Kiteboarding we have further developed the

mal 4 lines attach in the conventional way but now you

system to work reliably for safety and relaunch with a

are left with 2 more lines that connect to the LE instead

comprehensive explanation on the set up.

of your 5th line ‘V’.

It’s just like remapping or adding a chip to your car’s

By eliminating the 5th line you reduce drag. The sup-

engine and now it is accessible to all! I’m so glad I can

port lines on the Hadlow set up keep the kite solid, stable

now share the benefits that I feel this can add to your

and ridged, the minimal drag of these lines do not effect

new Vegas.

pull quotes › Noticeable changes from the conventional 5th line is the turning of the kite and its overall performance and speed.

The Hadlow set up gives a similar LE support but changes the feel of the kite totally. › The support lines on the Hadlow set up keep the kite solid, stable and ridged. It remains in the C-shape, free from

deformation, in which the kite performs best. › When riding a kite I am looking for a consistent, driving turn that generates a consistent power supply when turning,

this set up does just this by producing a wider, smoother turn arc and kite loop.

With North Kiteboarding we have further developed the system to work reliably for safety and relaunch with a comprehensive explanation on the set up.

It’s just like remapping or adding a chip to your car’s engine and now it’s accessible to all!

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H ad low wak e st y l e bar p.8 0 - 82

Front pigtail attachment: high, medium, low depower Back pigtail attachment: fast, medium, slow turning

5th element trustbar

5 t h e l e m e n t wa k e s t y l e b a r

HADLOW SETUP wa k e s t y l e b a r

› CLASSICAL VEGAS FEELING

› OPTIMIZED FOR WAKESTYLE

› OPTIMIZED FOR WAKESTYLE

› MOST DIRECT BAR FEED BACK

› MORE POWER RELEASE DELAY

› DIFFERENT TURNING ( MORE CONSISTENT )

› FAST STEERING

( THROUGH LOWER V )

› MA x. powe r re le ase de lay

› CONSISTENT PULL

› LESS REACTIVE , EASY TO PASS

› aaron s favourit e se t t in g

( NARROWER BAR & LOWER V )

› more similar to 4-lin e syst e m › max pop

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Dare to diversify FREESTYLE

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DICE

WAVE

FREESTYLE

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dice

t ec h f e at u r e s p. 2 4 , p. 2 5

› N e w f r o n t b r i d l e s y s t e m f o r h i g h e r a r c s ta b i l i t y › I m p r ov e d to p e n d › Bet ter low end › More precise bar feel › N e w p r o f i l e at s i z e s 9 - 1 3 m

The launch of the Dice last year broke all our

excites the freestylers and freeriders out there

previous records for a new kite!

we have made the kite more aggressive for impro-

A favourite with the magazines and riders alike,

ved lift and jumping characteristics. Of course

everybody loved its playful nature. The low end

the impeccable handling and manoeuvrability

of the kite has been improved this year; by ope-

are still there, the Dice is exceedingly precise

ning up the profile the kite now generates more

and responds to rider input immediately offering

power in lighter winds. This open profile has also

unrivalled feel at the bar.

added more stability at the top end of the kites

There is no need to take a gamble on the Dice;

range too. It’s still great in the waves with the

it’s quite simply one of the best kites on the mar-

impressive drifting capabilities, but it is perfect

ket right now, perfect however you like to ride!

for freeriding and freestyle as well. To ensure it

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

rec. line length

4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3

2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 2 - 2 4 2 4

2 8 – 4 2 25 - 39 2 3 – 3 7 2 1 – 3 5 1 9 – 3 3 1 7 – 3 1 1 5 – 2 9 1 4 – 2 6 1 3 – 2 3 12 – 20

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W HATEVER THE CONDITIONS SEI Z E THE M O M ENT FREERIDE

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EVO

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evo

t ec h f e at u r e s p. 2 4 , p. 2 5

› M o d i f i c at i o n o n 1 1 - 1 4 m f o r b e t t e r b a r f e e l › Fine tuning of all sizes › G r e at h a n g t i m e a n d p o w e r f u l l i f t › I n s ta n t s h e e t a n d g o p o w e r › E xc e l l e n t u p w i n d p e r f o r m a n c e

The Evo was the standout kite for 2014 for many

jumps with lots of hangtime. The upwind ability

people, magazines rated it as one of the best all

of the kite is fantastic, ensuring you keep your

round freeride kites on the market. Whilst Tom

spot on the beach, no matter how big the tricks

Hebert used the Evo at the Red Bull King of the

are! Unhooking with the Evo is easy and the kite

Air and boosted the biggest jump of the entire

offers a power delay after you pop, allowing you

competition! The Evo has a huge wind range, no

to perform your tricks with ease.

matter which size you fly, the low end is excep-

The Evo is the unsung hero of the North Kite-

tionally good and the 5-strut design keeps the

boarding range, it is perfect for freeride, freestyle

kite stable in high winds too. When the wind is

and waves; it will be perfect for you…

really blowing the Evo is fantastic for huge floaty

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

rec. line length

6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4

22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22

2 1 – 3 8 1 9 – 3 6 1 7 – 3 4 1 5 – 3 2 1 3 – 3 0 1 2 – 2 7 1 1 – 2 4 1 0 – 2 1 9 – 1 8

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2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 7 2 7 SI Z ES

6 › 7 › 8 › 9 › 10 › 11 › 12 › 13 › 14

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W HERE THERE ’ S A W AVE THERE ’ S A W AY WAVE

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FREERIDE

NEO

WAV E

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NEO

t ec h f e at u r e s p. 2 4 , p. 26 -27

› New profiles on sizes 4-9m › S l i g h t ly b i g g e r ASPECT RATIO o n s i z e s 1 0 - 1 2 m › Bet ter top end & Less grunt y feeling › More depower › Dac r o n t i p r e i n f o r c e m e n t s

Last year the Neo was redeveloped as a pure

The Neo still has amazing drift capabilities,

wave riding kite, focusing on the qualities that

but the top end has also been improved while

riders demand in waves. The kite not only im-

keeping the amazing low end. The kite has excel-

pressed the riders, but also won several magazine

lent sheet and go characteristics, meaning you

tests in its class.

can either dump power, or use it according to

This year the kite has been completely reworked to further improve its performance.

where you are on the wave and how it is breaking.

This will get you out of difficult situations, but it

Coming with a new and upgraded front pigtail

also makes riding waves easier and flying the Neo

depower setup, riders have the option to choose

is very instinctive.

between two different settings. The medium

For 2015 we recommend using a kite 1-2 sizes

depower setting comes highly recommended for

smaller than you would normally as the low end is

wave riding, while the high depower setting is a

so impressive!

perfect match for free riding.

The world’s best wave riders all love the Neo and when you fly one on the waves, you’ll fall in love too!

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

rec. line length

4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2

22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22

2 6 – 4 0 23 - 37 2 1 – 3 5 1 9 – 3 3 1 7 – 3 1 1 5 – 2 9 1 3 – 2 7 1 2 – 2 4 1 1 – 2 1

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2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 SI Z ES

4 › 5 › 6 › 7 › 8 › 9 › 10 › 11 › 12

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FREE YOUR RIDE HIGH

PRFORMANCE

REBEL

FREERIDE

HIGH

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PERFORMANCE

FREERIDE

HIGH

PERFORMANCE

FREERIDE

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rebel

t ec h f e at u r e s p. 2 5 -26

› Weight optimized construction › M o r e l i v e ly h a n d l i n g › Fa st e r t u r n i n g › New Size 18m »Airstyle« › g r e at t o p e n d & b e s t h a n g t i m e

The North Kiteboarding Rebel doesn’t need an

get the smooth and predictable handling that is

introduction; it has been the pinnacle of freeride

part of the Rebels DNA. The biggest sizes are

kites for so long now. There are countless riders

pure hangtime machines and the 18 comes as

around the world who enjoy its amazing perfor-

a 18 airstyle edition! It’s the most user friendly,

mance, and once again, for 2015 a Rebel, is a Re-

performance orientated kite we make. If you’re a

bel! The loaded 5th line offers amazing depower

freerider then the Rebel is the go to kite for the

and unparalleled sheet and go power delivery.

best jumps, longest hangtime and smoothest ride

This year the profile has been tuned to improve

on the water.

the upwind ability even more, and of course you

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

rec. line length

5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 8

22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 24

23 – 41 2 1 – 3 9 1 9 – 3 7 1 7 – 3 5 1 5 – 3 3 1 3 – 3 1 1 2 – 2 8 1 1 – 2 5 1 0 – 2 2 9 – 1 9 8 - 18

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2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 7 2 7 2 7 SI Z ES

5 › 6 › 7 › 8 › 9 › 10 › 11 › 12 › 13 › 14 › 18 airstyle

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FINISH IN THE FAST LANE RACE

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FREERIDE

DYNO

RACE

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dyno

t ec h f e at u r e s p. 2 5 -26

› C o m p l e t e ly n e w d e s i g n ( 6 - s t r u t ) › Thin high-pressure leading edge › L e s s d r ag & fa st e r › Deeper profile with Bet ter low end › Thinner quarter & tip struts › Less weight

For some time now the Dyno has been at the

is startling; it delivers smooth power in the ligh-

pinnacle of racing performance, it’s won world

test of breezes and generates plenty of power. All

championships, but has equally entertained free-

of our aerodynamic knowledge goes into ensuring

riders looking for great light wind performance.

the Dyno meets the demanding needs of our pro

The kite has impeccable handling, the profile and

racers.

strut positions have been tuned over the years to

If you want to win races and be at the front of

make a kite that is both responsive and exciting

the fleet, the Dyno is the kite to take you there,

to fly. To meet the demanding needs of racers the

however don’t be put off by its racing pedigree!

2015 Dyno has amazing upwind performance, the

The kite excels in light winds for freeriding too,

best in our entire range. The low end of the Dyno

delivering big air and lots of fun!

S i z e W i n d r a n g e TT W i n d r a n g e r a c e

5 7 1 0 1 3 1 5 1 8

2 3 – 4 2 1 9 – 3 8 1 3 – 3 2 1 0 – 2 3 8 – 1 8 7 – 1 6

rec. line length

2 0 – 3 5 1 5 – 3 0 1 0 – 2 2 8 – 1 9 7 – 1 7 6 – 1 5

24 24 24 - 27 24 - 27 24 - 27 24 - 27

SI Z ES

5 › 7 › 10 › 13 › 15 › 18

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LIVING FOR THE LIGHTER DAYS LIGHTWIND

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FREERIDE

JUICE

LIGHTWIND

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J UICE

t ec h f e at u r e s p. 2 4

› P l ay f u l b i g k i t e › Easy handling › E a s y, a c c e s s i b l e p o w e r › A m a z i n g ag i l i t y

The second generation of our hugely popular light

process the Juice was tested using Twintips, this

wind freeride kite, the Juice is ideal for those

enabled us to ensure the kite offers the optimum

days on the beach when the wind doesn’t arrive.

performance for light wind freeride action. You’ll

The kite is available in two sizes, 15m and 18m and

be amazed with the huge jumps on the Juice too,

is designed around a 3-strut platform to ensure

the kite glides and offers plenty of hangtime and

it retains a playful nature in the air, despite the

it is a great kite for airstyle tricks.

large size! The Juice has amazing upwind performance, even in hardly any wind. Unlike some large

Don’t get stuck on the beach this summer, grab a refreshing Juice and get on the water!

kites, which have a racing focus in mind, the Juice was designed for freeriding. During the design

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

rec. line length

1 5 9 – 1 7 1 8 7 – 1 5

24 - 27 24 - 27

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BEGINNER K ITE

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lizard

b u zz

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› School Kite

› ram air kite

› auto relaunch

› training kite

› e x t r e m e ly d u r a b l e

› very robust

› e a s y a n d p r e d i c ta b l e

riding and less time with the kite in the water. The Buzz is

The Lizard 1.8 and Lizard 2.5 offer a safe and enjoyable way

Both Lizard kites are supplied with a 50cm rubber coated

designed for beginners, and is also designed to be strong.

for newcomers to learn the basics of kite flying. Durability

aluminium bar, this means you can get the “feel” for flying

kite is designed to give an exceedingly smooth power

It features the most up to date technology and materials in

is paramount when you are learning to fly a kite, both the

a kite on the same set up as our kitesurfing kites. They

delivery and sits in the window in a predictable and stable

terms of construction to ensure it lives up to the demands

Lizards use a ram air construction and with internal sup-

also come with a hand leash optional you can get the 1.8

of the most demanding schools. Crash, launch, ride, repeat,

ports to make the kites bombproof. The handling on the

without leash. The Lizard kites are ready to fly straight out

the Buzz will keep coming back for more!

Lizard is predictable and controllable, enabling new

of the bag, unpack, unwind, launch and ENJOY!

The Buzz is our dedicated school kite; countless riders have used it to learn their first runs across the water. The

manner. The Buzz also has our “auto-launch” feature, making it the easiest kite to relaunch in the North Kite-

flyers to get to grips with the basic skills quickly.

boarding range. This allows students to spend more time

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

r e c . l i n e l e n g t h IN M

S i z e W i n d r a n g e

3 . 5 2 3 – 3 7 5 . 5 1 9 – 3 3 7 . 5 1 5 – 2 9

1 9 1 9 - 2 2 1 9 - 2 2

1 . 8 2 – 2 1 1 . 8 2 – 2 1 2 . 5 2 – 1 6

with leash w i t h o u t l e a s h with leash

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1.8 › 2.5

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TRUST BAR 2015

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T RUST

BAR

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BAR S

The North Kiteboarding Trust Bar is the most progressive and effective tool to steer your kite and comes equipped with the most functional safety system in kiting, the Iron Heart IV. Over the years it has made a name for itself in the kitesurfing industry and amongst the riders; it stands for unmatched safety and reliability.

T O P F E AT U R E S › EVA cushioned winding post with flip-flop function

for easy width adjustment › Vario cleat and sliding stopper for easy height

adjustment › Integrated backline adjuster to trim rear lines › Fully integrated EVA floater to protect lines and rider › Exchangeable plastic center part insert › Moulded EVA floater for safety leash prevents

line tangling w h ats n e w :

› S in gle f ront line safet y on q uad control › B etter d epow e r & safet y › Push p ins in c rease f li p-f lo p f unction

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5 T H

5TH ELEMENT

ELEM ENT

TRUST

19 - 22 - 24 - 27

BAR

Q UAD

CONTRO L

QUAD CONTROL

› 5 l i n es

› 4 l i n es

› maximum SAFETY

› S IN G L E F R O N T LIN E S A F E T Y

› IN S T A N T D E P O W E R WH E N N E E D E D

› KI T E S T AY S IN R E L A U NCH P O S I T I O N O N

› pate n ted syste m

T H E WA T E R

› m a x i m u m depo w er o n s h ort bar stro k e › easy re l au n c h › usab l e o n a n y k i te m ode l

In 2015 we have completely redesigned the 4-line system, now offering a single frontline safety system. When releasing the single frontline system all the power is redirected to Safety is an essential topic in a sport where you are

one single frontline, whereby the kite will flag out more

facing the power of the elements, and in some situations

easily and rest powerless on the water. Moreover the kite

are totally on your own. The North Kiteboarding patented

will remain in a position that is ideal to restart the kite from

5th line system has provided the greatest combination of

the water. The system is equipped with a specially designed

safety and performance for many years now. Year after

single frontline safety pulley to ensure a safe function of

year the 5th line concept proves its reliability and 100%

the system. The Quad Control bar is the safest 4-line bar

instant depower after a safety release no matter what

on the market, offering unrivalled control and safety release

the conditions. The system still has a commanding lead

options. The Iron Heart release is unparalleled in its effici-

compared to other safety systems available on the mar-

ency and ease of use and forms the core of the bar through

ket. This is why we at North Kiteboarding believe in the

which the other safety systems flow. This allows the rider to

5th line concept. What’s more, the 5th line makes water

get things back under control quickly and easily. The Quad

re-launch really easy and the loaded 5th line kite designs

Control Bar is identical to the 5th Element Bar aside from

(Vegas and Rebel) offer a very short depower stroke,

the 4 lines and single front line safety set up, ensuring it is

giving the rider ultimate control in gusty conditions. The

the best on the market. However, 4-line systems can only

benefits of this set-up are obvious and appreciated by

offer limited safety functions. For ultimate safety and 100%

riders all over the world.

depower, riders should choose the 5-line system.

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F E AT U R E S

BAR

F E AT U R E S

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bar f eatures w i n d i n g posts

BAR S

p l ast i c f i tted c e n tre h o l e

The Winding Posts are made of a fully moulded fibre-

AT T E N T I O N

The exchangeable insert for the centre hole is made of

glass reinforced Polyamide construction, which offers an

Never ride without the cover. It prevents the knot of the

plastic, to minimise wear on the depower line. The material

incredibly lightweight solution with increased stiffness.

leader line from slipping out of its housing.

we use is resistant to abrasion, and will cause much less

In addition to this, there is a moulded EVA cushioning to

damage, if sand is present, to the line itself.

ensure maximum comfort for the rider.

The Winding Posts feature an integrated backline adjustment, which allows the rider to trim the rear lines when needed.

i n tegrated e va f l oater

f l i p f l op

fu n c t i o n

st i c k y & ergo n o m i c bar gr i p

In 2015 we maintain the smaller diameter of the bar intro-

The moulded EVA floater is fully integrated into the

duced in 2014 which allows for a thicker EVA bar grip. The

winding posts to offer a seamless connection, which gives

result is a bar that has the same overall diameter but offers

better protection to the lines and the rider. The integration

a lot more comfort to the rider.

of the EVA floater also avoids line tangling and gives better overall stiffness between the bar and lines.

NEW To achieve better and more direct feedback on the thumb, we added a newly designed push pin on the outside of the winding post which makes it a lot easier to operate. The Flip Flop function allows you to switch between a 53cm and 46cm bar width (M/L bar) and 49cm and 42cm bar width (S/M bar) with just one click. This makes the procedure of changing the bar set up far simpler.

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BAR S

AT T E N T I O N

The Iron Heart from North Kiteboarding has long been the

equipment. It is renowned for a fast, safe and easy release,

benchmark for all safety systems and we are continuously

coupled with the ability to quickly reassemble the unit and

With every 2015 North Kiteboarding Bar, there is a choice

Only the standard safety mode offers 100% safety. We

aiming to further improve this essential piece of safety

continue flying.

between the standard safety mode and an easy to mount

recommend to always using the standard safety mode.

‘suicide’ mode. Only very experienced riders with special

Riders who use the suicide mode should be aware and

requirements should use the suicide mode.

responsible for the possible consequences!

S T A N D A R D / S U ICI D E M O D E

NEW m ou l ded c h i c k e n l oop & c h i c k e n d i g

The Chicken Loop and Chicken Dig mounting has been reworked in 2015. Exchanging the Chicken Loop or removing the Chicken Dig is now easier due to the new grub screw. Simply use an FCS fin key to remove the screws.

The flexible moulded construction offers comfort and allows for easy reassembling. It is warp resistant and dimensionally stable which makes it very easy to hook back in after unhooked tricks, as the loop stays in shape.

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T H E R E V E R S E R E L E A S E P IN

safety l eas h

The heart of the Iron Heart IV is the reverse release pin

The Safety Leash offers excellent floatation, guaranteed

The EVA cover can be pulled back for easy hooking in and

and one of the keys of the intelligent release mechanism.

protection and ease of handling. The moulded EVA

out to the suicide ring at the chicken loop. The safety re-

Unlike other safety systems, it hinges to the inside to pro-

construction covering the hook is softer and prevents

lease function is positioned at the end of the leash where

tect your hands. The reverse release pin is the reason for

lines from tangling; the hook itself can still be bent in two

it is attached to the harness; giving you the possibility to

the incredibly low release forces enabling you to release

directions.

release the kite completely at any time.

with little exertion.

roto h ead

The Roto Head permits you to untangle the lines after a rotational jump or a kiteloop while you are riding. It is made from an extremely durable plastic construction where no corrosion is possible. The Roto Head comes with two grub screws making it easy and fast to change the depower line. Simply use an FCS fin key to remove the screws and change the depower line.

var i o c l eat a n d s l i d i n g stopper

The Vario Cleat and Sliding Stopper enable a quick and easy adjustment of the depower stroke. Especially interesting for smaller riders who have problems reaching the bar in the regular setting. The height of the Vario Cleat and Sliding Stopper can be easily adjusted to suit personal preferences. The reduced size combined with the smaller Vario Cleat accounts for 12% more depower area. The 5th line channel reduces the risk of the 5th line getting tangled considerably.

f rench norm The following release systems integrated in the North

OT H E R R EQ U I R E M E N T S

Kiteboarding Trust bar continue to fulfill all requirements

The grips of the release system must be red and the

of the French Norm:

direction of release must be indicated. The release grips must be easy to reach. Furthermore, the Iron Heart must

› The quick release system of the bar (Iron Heart IV)

resist a load of 360 kg without deformation and without

› The quick release that separates the rider completely

losing functionality. The same applies to the safety leash

from the kite (safety leash)

with a load of 180 kg. The system is tested in the toughest, sandiest and salty conditions that we can find. Sadly, many

Both safety systems are tested in various media and the

available systems on the market are unable to fulfill the

release force must not exceed 100 N (9.8 Kg). The actual

requirements of this norm!

release process of both systems must not exceed 0.5 sec.

The transition from riding position to release (reaching for the Iron Heart or safety leash from riding position with both hands on the bar) must not exceed 2 sec.

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T O P F E AT U R E S › Extra narrow bar width › Single depower line › Bigger chicken loop › Developed by freestyle /wakestyle team › 5 Lines with low V › Maximum power release delay › More slack und pop › Includes Hadlow setup conversion kit

Learn more about the Wakestyle Bar:

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features › de v e l oped by t h e F reesty l e / Wa k esty l e T ea m › 5 l i n es w i t h l o w V

› e x tra n arro w bar w i dt h ( 4 2 c m ) › › s i n g l e depo w er l i n e

› m a x i m u m po w er re l ease de l ay › m ore s l a c k a n d pop › i n c l udes Had l o w S etup c o n v ers i o n k i t

The completely new Wakestyle Bar is based on the

Also included with the Wakestyle Bar is a conversion

Trust Bar but has been fully influenced by the North

kit with instructions to switch the bar to the Hadlow

Kiteboarding Wakestyle/Freestyle Team. They wanted

Setup. Aaron Hadlow extensively tested with the North

a shorter bar (42cm), a bigger chicken loop, 22m lines,

Kiteboarding R&D team to make his signature line setup

single line depower with a rubber coating and the 5-line

work better than ever before with the 2015 Vegas. This

“V" split very low at 2m away from the bar. The delay

Hadlow setup combined with the low depower setting

in steering and heavier pressure on the Wakestyle Bar

is the preferred way for 5x PKRA World Champion

with the recommended medium depower setting allows

Aaron Hadlow to ride. In this setup, the kite offers an

you to concentrate more on doing your trick and less

even more explosive pop, more power release and

about what's happening with the kite or your input on

steering delay while giving up most of the depower

the bar. The kite is able to move and produce power

compared to the 5-line Wakestyle Bar setup. Truly the

just as quickly as the stock Trust Bar, it just takes a

most hard core feeling in the North Kiteboarding kite

little bit more input and effort on the bar for steering.

line up. Relaunch on this set up is just as easy as with

The lower split on the 5-line “V” noticeably changes

the 5-line setup. Just pull the flagging line and the kite

the overall performance of the kite generating more

will roll on it’s back the same as in the 5-line setting. If

power release delay, more slack, more pop and a delay

you want to ride with the same hardcore setting that

in steering that makes doing doubles or holding grabs

Aaron is making his return to the PKRA Tour on, this is

much easier and un-matched by the stock Trust Bar.

your chance.

Even the shape of the kite in the sky is more closed and

But definitely not a set up for everybody!

has a more true C-kite shape and feel. Definitely a true wakestyle machine!

BAR

› b i gger c h i c k e n l oop

WA K E ST Y L E

82

BA R

WA K E ST Y L E

BAR

83

W A K E S T Y L E B A R / hadlow set u p

BAR S

v egas h ad l o w p i gta i l sett i n g

a

b a - h ad l o w sett i n g - attac h m e n t po i n t b l ue b - h ad l o w p i gta i l b l ue

Attach blue pigtail on blue attchament point to use the wakestyle bar with Hadlow setup

ha d l o w p i g tai l s

The Hadlow pigtails are delivered with each Vegas kite. ha d l o w l ine set

The Hadlow line set is delivered with each wakestyle bar.

C d C - attac h m e n t po i n t Y e l l o w D - h ad l o w p i gta i l ye l l o w

Attach yellow pigtail on yellow attchament point to use the wakestyle bar with Hadlow setup

w akest y l e ba r 5 t h e l e m e n t setup

w akest y l e ba r h ad l o w setup

LIN E

84

LE N GTHS

LIN E

LENGTHS

85

l i ne len g th ad v i sor l i ne len g ths 1 9 / 2 2 / 2 4 / 2 7 m

BAR S

2 4 m - 5 0 % han d l in g / 5 0 % p o w e r

2 7 m - 3 0 % han d l in g / 7 0 % p o w e r

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C H O O S E E X A C T LY T H E R I G H T B A R F O R YO UR N E E D S

One bar fits all. The 24m lines are the best choice for an

The extra length means extra power, you get a little more

›

D I F F E R E N T B A R S W I T H T H E P E R F E C T L I N E L E N G T H T O S U I T YO UR S T YL E

all round length, good turning speed combined with good

range out of your quiver by adding this bar with the longer

›

Get a d iffe r ent fee l in g an d mo r e r an g e f r om yo u r kite

power make 24m the perfect choice for a lot of riders.

lines. They are also great for jumping as you can really

›

H i g hest q u a l it y l ines w ith the best p e r fo r man c e

Great for freeride, waves and freestyle.

“load” the lines when you edge and send the kite back

›

E xc e p tiona l d u r abi l it y

through the window. ›

The most versatile length

›

Great for all round freeriding

›

Enormous low-end

Two years ago we introduced different line length ranging

22m lines come on a medium bar (49/42cm) and the 24 and

›

Good low end and a good turning speed

›

Huge jumps

from 19 to 27 metres as the length of the flying lines can

27m lines on a large bar (53/46cm).

›

High jumps as you can “load” the lines

›

Lots of lift

›

The recommended size for a one bar quiver!

make a huge difference to the way the kite flies. Different

The bar is the riders’ first point of contact with the kite.

styles of riding, different kite models or the kite size can be

In order to achieve a maximum comfort when riding it is

influencing factors that require different line length.

essential to match the kite and the riders’ style of riding to

In order to further increase this synergy effect the 19 and

the correct line length.

›

T he sho r te r the l ines , the mo r e d i r e c t an d faste r the kite t u r ns

›

T he l on g e r the l ines , the mo r e p o w e r c an be g ene r ate d o u t of the kite l i n e l e n gt h

1 9 m - 7 0 % han d l in g / 3 0 % p o w e r

2 2 m - 6 0 % han d l in g /4 0 % p o w e r

Super fast and reactive turning speeds, shorter lines are

The favourite length of our freestyle and wave team riders.

best for extreme freestyle and crazy kite loops. They are

The 22m lines are still great for getting lots of speed from

also excellent for wave riding, where the kites turning

the kite, perfect for wave riding and freestyle. Not as ext-

speed is important. Wakestyle riders enjoy the close

reme as the 19m lines, they still lose a bit of low-end power.

connection to the kite too.

l o n ger L i n es / m ore po w er

s h orter L i n es / better reac t i v i t Y

IM P O R TA N T T O R E M E M B E R

19

22

24

27

4-10

4-12

5-17

9-17

wa k esty l e u nhooke d freesty l e hooke d freer i de wav e

The disadvantage is you lose some of the low-end power. rac e ›

Fast and reactive turning

›

Reactive turning

›

For extreme Freestyle, Wakestyle and Waves

›

Fast kite loops

›

Tight, super fast and hard kite loops

›

Favourite set up of our freestyle riders

›

Narrower bar width

›

Best choice for waveriding

›

Narrower bar width

k i te s i z e

tur n i n g speed / d i re c t barfee l

h a n gt i m e / l o w e n d

86

twintips 2015

87 boards TwinTips

88

quality made in austria With more than 20 years of experience in composite technologies, our Twintips are produced in a high tech facility in Austria.

Using highly skilled workmanship, we’re confident with our fair wages and meeting European working standards.

Environmentally responsible, we strive to deliver the product to the market fast and efficiently and reach our goal of being a truly sustainable brand.

Learn more about Quality Made in Austria:

89 boards TwinTips

T W I N T I P

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P R ODU CTI ON

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PRO DUC TIO N

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the process

boards TwinTips

7. T EXT R EM E ® CAR B ON R EINFOR C EM ENTS (S E L ECT/S P IKE TE XTRE ME ) › Low weight and enhanced strength › Smooth board feeling

8 . CAR B ON B EAM CONST RUC T ION ( TE A M S E RIE S/GA MBL E R/JA IME ) › Increases the durability and supports the torsional rigidity › More dynamic flex for better pop

9. › › ›

1 0. C NC M AC H INED B OAR D OUT LINE › Milling of outline › Milling of The Track slider › CNC machining with hand-crafted finish

-> Improves the upwind ability and pop

1. RAW M ATE R I A LS › Wood core made from farmgrown Paulownia wood -> Renewable raw materials for a lively ride

2 . CN C MACHIN ED CON TOUR › CNC machined ABS and finbox contour

-> For consistent quality in large-scale production

H EAT P R E SS ( 3 .000 KG)

Strong press forces avoid entrapped air Ensure equal distribution of resin Guarantee a long-lasting alliance between layers -> Results in a consistent rocker line

3 . 3 D CO N TO UR S H A P E + C NC SA ND I NG › CNC shaped 3D contour of twintip deck

-> For precise tuning of torsional rigidity › Extremely precise; milled to within 0.1 mm to the mould -> Leads to fine tuned flex characteristics

3. 3D B OT TOM CON CEPTS › 3D channel construction (Quattro V and Wake Bottom)

-> Find the perfect Bottom concept for your riding style

1 1 . UV COAT ING › Solvent free lacquer

1 2 . H OTSTAM P › Serial number ID print › Size print

1 3 . QUALIT Y CONT R OL › Digital flex control on all boards › Visual quality control on all boards

1 4. PAC K AG ING

-> More scratch resistant

5 . P RI N TI N G › Digital printing for precise depiction of graphic designs › Silk screen used on selected board designs

-> UV resistant colours for long lasting brilliant graphics

6. › › ›

LAMIN ATION PROCE SS

Glueing together of the different layers 45° BI Carbon Layer or Glassfibre layer Ultrasonic welded Tracks made of fiberglass reinforced plastic

T W I N T I P

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FINDER

T WINTIP

q u i c k f i n d e r TWINTIPS

category

FINDE R

93 Thanks to our wide range of twintip boards that are tuned to the different riding levels and styles of riding, each rider from rookie to pro will find their perfect match in our product range.

team serie s

gamble r

j aime

soleil

select

x - ride

gon z ales

wakest y le /

wakest y le

freest y le /

freeride

freeride

freeride /

freeride

freest y le

freeride

wave

spike

spike textrem e

freeride /

high performance

light wind

freeride/ light wind

riding level

Experienced/

Experienced rider

Advanced to

Advanced to

Advanced to

Ambitious entry

technical rider, Free-

Park rider

experienced rider

experienced rider

experienced rider

level to advanced rider

› Best pop in the range

› Designed for boots

› Great pop

› Girls specific shape

› Fastest board in

› All-rounder for flat

› Massive grip

› Large rocker

› Easy to ride

› Perfect control

the range

› Ride with or

› Ride with or

› Most versatile board

› Very forgiving board

› Early planing

› Smooth ride

› Extremely lightweight › Very forgiving board

Entry level kiter

Advanced to

Advanced to

experienced rider

experienced rider

› Easy to ride

› Best upwind

› Extremely lightweight

water & small waves

› Great upwind

› Great for freeriding

board

› Best carving abilities

performance

› Super early planing

› Fantastic upwind

› Good control

› Super forgiving

› Light wind weapon

› Most comfortable

› Very comfortable

style competition rider specialit y

rebound flex

XXX = STIFF X = S O F T

bottom concept

customer profile

without fins

without fins

› Good compromise

› Performance

› Performance

between performance

orientated

orientated

and comfort

XXX

XXX

XX

X

X

X

X

XXX

XX

Wake Bottom

Wake Bottom with Slick Base

Quattro V

Mono Concave

Mono Concave

Mono Concave

Mono Concave

Mono Concave

Mono Concave

Freerider (with

All-rounder who looks

Freerider/

Kite newcomer

Any kiter looking for a

Any rider looking for

Freestyle affinity)

for a comfy and light-

Talented newcomer

light wind weapon

a lightwind board that

Hardcore Wakestyler/ Hardcore Wakestyler/ Freestyler

Freestyler

Ambitious Freestyler

board

weight do-it-all board

performance › Earliest planing in

the range

feels much smaller than it is

boards TwinTips

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T EC H NOLOGY

T WINTIP

TEC HNO LO GY

95

twintip technology North Kiteboarding Twintip boards are produced in a

key construction features

high-tech snowboard and kiteboard factory in Austria.

3D Contour Deck

Premium products are our aim, therefore only the best

Precisely dictates and controls the flex behaviour over

materials and cutting edge technology are applied to

the entire length of the board.

our twintips. All twintip cores are made from farmgrown

boards TwinTips

Soft tip area combined with stiff torsional flex

Paulownia wood. To get light and durable boards, they

Responsible for aggressive edging and early planing.

are milled exactly to within 0.1 mm of the mould, to minimise and control the amount of resin used in each

Super Stiff Centre

board.

Ensures massive, aggressive pop for powered tricks & jumps.

K ey B enefits U nique carbon fibre technolog y noticeably improves your boards

Centre Responsive Flex

›

Stiffness of the centre section is reduced to dampen slaps

performance

and hits caused by choppy water.

›

2 0 % lighter than conventional carbon reinforcements

›

U nprecedented mechanical performance

›

S uperior surface finish

Bootproof track reinforcements Lightweight and stable construction to stand up to the trend of riding twintips with boots.

2 . C arbon B eam C onstruction

1 . textreme ®

High Performance Carbon Technology ›

Spread Tow Fabrics (STF) for ultra light composites

›

The carbon spread tow technology of Formula 1

H ow does it affect your riding

Lightweight and highly durable Carbon

experience ?

Construction

›

The upwind ability is recognisably improved

›

More dynamic flex for better pop

›

The handling and feel of the board is undeniably

›

Same durability at 10% reduced weight

unique! TeXtreme® boards feel much smoother than

The patented TeXtreme® spread tow structure makes

traditional boards

Since 2014 we have implement a Carbon Beam Con-

the composite 20% lighter, with an unprecedented

›

The pop is also improved and it is easier to release

struction in the Team Series, Gambler and Jaime boards.

increase in overall performance. This is based on the

the board for loaded jumps. Getting the timing right for

Thereby parts of the glass fibre are being replaced by

fact that the fibres are straighter in TeXtreme® than

jumping will feel intuitive

unidirectional carbon. This reduces the weight by about

in any standard conventional carbon reinforcements.

›

TeXtreme® boards are just like your own magic carpet;

10% whilst retaining the same durability as classic glass fib-

As a result of the optimized fibre structure, the end

the board does all the work for you!

re construction boards. Highly durable, lightweight boards

Champions!

are the outcome.

product will hold a larger amount of carbon fibres, whilst keeping size and weight to a minimum.

The North Kiteboarding Twintip range can be divided into The outcome of this unique technology when

The Select and the Spike TeXtreme® are the high perfor-

three different groups of boards due to the applied con-

applied to kiteboarding:

mance boards in which this amazing technology is used at

struction technology:

A board with high fibre volume content, low weight and

the moment. Whenever you get the chance to strap one

›

High Performance Construction

enhanced strength!

of these to your feet you can feel the difference yourself!

›

Premium Construction

›

Standard Construction

Find more details on the next page.

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CON STRU CTI ON

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twintip Construction H igh P erformance C onstruction

The Select, Team Series and Spike TeXtreme® are made

The Spike TeXtreme® additionally features a carbon belt

using a full carbon construction, which showcases all

on the bottom to get extra stiffness for early planing.

of North Kiteboardings expertise in twintip design. To

97 P remium C onstruction

boards TwinTips

The premium boards, namely the Jaime and Gambler,

flex for better pop and reduced weight. Additionally

feature the Carbon Beam Construction. In this const-

in 2015 the Gambler is equipped with a torsion control

ruction 30% of the longitudinal fibre is replaced with

bottom to counteract the high forces the board is being

Carbon. This results in a faster more progressive

exposed to.

top sheet

The focus with the new Team Series was on maximum

achieve the best possible performance each line has an

pop, grip and durability. To absorb extremely hard

individual carbon layup.

landings, which come along with the trend of riding

The Select and Spike TeXtreme® are constructed with

CO NSTRUC TIO N

glassfibre la y er

twintips with boots, we use special ‘Bootproof’ Track

a special focus on lightweight and liveliness. To achieve

Reinforcements and our Carbon Beam Construction on

the maximum weight reduction the top deck uses the

the top deck of the boards. On the bottom we use a

patented TeXtreme® Spread Tow Fabric (STF). On the

45-degree diagonal Biax Carbon and additional Carbon

bottom a 45-degree diagonal Biax Carbon is employed

X-Strings to get best possible pop and edge hold.

wood core

the track 4 5 ° glass

to guarantee maximum pop and grip.

abs sidewalls

top sheet carbon beam la y er

the track reinforcements base sheet

wood core

standard C onstruction

This group comprises of the North Kiteboarding

base sheet

freeride boards X-Ride, Soleil, Spike and Gonzales.

These boards are produced with Biax Fibre for the best dampening and comfort.

glassfibre la y er top sheet wood core abs sidewalls

textreme carbon la y er

the track

4 5 ° bi - carbon la y er

abs sidewalls

4 5 ° glass la y er

base sheet

B OT TOM

98

CON CEPTS

bottom concepts

BOT TO M

CO NC E PTS

99 boards TwinTips

Q uattro V B ottom

Jaime Advantages

Due to the experience and the technological capacities

styler, everyone will be able to find the right board for

The Jaime features a Quattro V bottom with progressive

›

Good edge grip

of North Kiteboarding, three very different bottom

them with the perfect bottom concept. Have a look at

round rocker and a 4° canted fin set up. This results in

›

Comfortable landings

concepts have been created over the past 4 years. From

the different concepts and find out easily what will suit

a faster, more progressive flex for better pop. A carbon

›

Great flex

beginner to experienced freerider to kick ass wake-

you best depending on your expectations and style.

beam helps to reduce weight.

›

Easy to control

M ono C oncave B ottom

S elect / X-R ide / S oleil / G on zales / Spike / S pike Textreme All of these pure freeride boards are produced with Biax

Advantages

Fibre for the best dampening and comfort. The new,

›

Fastest concept

rounder outline makes it fun in chop, the wider tip area

›

Early planing

helps to get going early. The straight outline is the reason

›

Smooth flex

for good pop and sharp edge grip. All of these boards are

›

Good carving abilities

quite narrow which makes them fast and ensures the best upwind abilities.

Wake B ottom

Gambler / Team Series Advantages In 2015, not only the Gambler but also the Team Series

›

Durable bottom layup at Gambler

comes with our unique wake bottom concept for even

›

Most durable construction in the range

more grip and durability. Perfect control even without

›

Especially designed for boots

fins. The Team Series convinces with a progressive round

›

Aggressive grip even without fins

rocker that delivers the performance you expect.

T H E

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the track A system that allows a wide range of adjustments as well as quick and easy mounting of the footpads without having a negative influence on the boards flex and weight. This is ‘The Track’. The Track system features two ultrasonic welded tracks made of fibreglass reinforced plastic that are laminated into our boards in the production process. The Tracks are then CNC milled out of the finished board. The Track Nuts provide the connection to the Footpad. The Track Nuts are made of non-corrosive brass and can be freely moved along the track to both sides. This system offers a whole range of possibilities to mount our footpads. One particular advantage is that the flexible tracks do not interfere with the fine-tuned flex of our boards.

the track features › C ustomiZe X6 › Stepless stance (foot distance) adjustment of the pads

the track nuts

The Track Nuts are used to secure all binding systems.

The nuts can be moved laterally in the tracks. This permits adjusting the distance between the pads. The nuts are supplied with all series boards with the The Track system.

the track plug

The Track Plug is made of TPE plastic and prevents The Track Nuts from falling out of the tracks. The plugs also make sure that the system is mounted correctly!

T RACK

THE

TRAC K

101 boards TwinTips

WA K E ST Y L E

102

//

F REE ST Y L E

WA K E ST Y L E

team series

tech features p.94- 96, p.9 9 -10 0

//

FRE E ST YLE

103

t s hadlow edition

tech features p.94- 95 , p.97, P.9 9 -1 00

› Wa k e b o t t o m c o n c e p t

› N e w s h a p e , e s p e c i a l ly d e s i g n e d f o r A a r o n

› Fibre & Carbon beam top construction for bet ter durabilit y

› Fibre & Carbon beam top construction for bet ter durabilit y

› New construction

› Wa k e b o t t o m c o n c e p t › New construction

The Team Series is the ultimate board

Based on the Team Series the new

for freestyle competition; riders like

Hadlow Edition is ideal for those seeking

Reno Romeu, Mario Rodwald and Stefan

the ultimate performance out of a board,

Spiessberger use it with devastating

tested to the max by Aaron Hadlow. Its

effect on the PKRA World Tour.

aggressive channels and 3D design across

The board is stiff in order to offer amazing

the underside of the board gives you

pop; the torsional stiffness has also

the grip you need for Wakestyle and rail

been tweaked to increase control and

riding, whilst the intricate flex pattern and

response. The Wake bottom concept not

balanced rocker line give you the speed

only offers excellent grip, it also helps to

and pop and that is suited and specced

break the surface tension of the water

for the world’s best competitors. Com-

making landings smooth. Even without

pared to the Team Series the Hadlow

finds there is plenty of grip. By using our

Edition is slightly wider and shorter for its

Flex Carbon construction the board is

size, this gives it a slightly rounder outline

exceedingly light, this reduces the swing

that is more suited for riding with boots

weight effect while you are pulling your

and allows for a comfortable ride. With

tricks, offering even more control in the

carbon we have managed to create a stiff

air. The Team Series is the best tool for

flex pattern that produces an aggressive,

demanding freestyle riders looking for

snappy pop. We focused on making the

amazing performance.

centre between the boots more rigid, reducing torsion flex, this gives you more control in releasing the edge at the perfect moment.

All this combined with an intermediate rocker line, gives performance that is comfortable even in the choppiest condition. If you want the absolute ultimate board for competition level freestyle, the Hadlow Edition is it!

SIZES

132/39 135 /40 138/41 141/42

weight

40 – 60 55–70 65- 85 >80

fin set

S -BEND FS 4. 4

SIZES

weight

1 40/42 .5

70 - 90

fin set

s - bend F S 4 . 6

boards TwinTips

WA K E ST Y L E

104

FRE E ST YLE

gambler

tech features p.97, p.9 9 -10 0

//

FRE E RIDE

105

jaime

tech features p.97, P.9 9 -1 00

› Fibre & Carbon beam top construction for bet ter durabilit y

› New shape for better freestyle performance

› Carbon bot tom reinforcements for less torsional flex

› Q u a t t r o -V b o t t o m c o n c e p t

› New slick base bot tom (sintered base)

› C a r b o n B e a m CO N STRUCT I O N

› New construction

› M o r e l iv e ly f e e l in g

The test winning wakestyle board is

The Jaime is the most versatile board

back for 2015; the choice of top pros like

in the North Kiteboarding range, it is

Tom Court and Crag Cunningham the

designed to meet the demanding needs

Gambler offers the ultimate in wakestyle

of Jaime Herraiz and this is its tenth an-

performance. The board features our

niversary year! One of the most popular

Slick Base construction, which is designed

twintips of all time the board utilises

to be hard wearing and eat up whatever

some of the most advanced production

features you decide to hit. But please

techniques available. The Carbon Beam

notice there is no warranty if using obsta-

helps to give the board superior torsional

cles. The steep rocker helps to smooth

stiffness, which gives you total control.

out the landings and combined with the

The progressive flex and wide tips offer

unique flex offers amazing pop. Deep

a great platform for excellent pop and

rails and a channelled bottom shape offer

you really get great lift from the board

plenty of grip on the water too and the

as it leaves the water. The Quattro V

board can be ridden with or without fins.

Bottom offers a smooth ride through the

The Track Sliders are in one line so boots

roughest of chop and the rocker line has

can be mounted in both directions. Both

been tuned for speed. The real beauty of

rails can be heel and front side, durability

the Jaime however is its forgiving nature;

raises.The Gambler is tough, and packed

it’s one of the easiest boards to ride; yet

with performance, put one on your feet

it is still packed with performance! If it is

and you’ll be landing all the aces.

good enough for Jaime, it is good enough for you!

SIZES

weight

136/41.5 139/42 142/42.5

55–70 65– 85 >80

fin set

S -BEND W K 3.5

SIZES

weight

1 30/39 1 3 3 /40 1 3 6/41 1 39/42

5 5 – 65 60 –75 70 - 85 >80

fin set

S-BEND FS 4.6 S - B E N D F S 5 .0 ( 1 39)

boards TwinTips

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FRE E RIDE

SELECT

tech features p.94- 96, p.98, P.10 0

//

WAV E

107

X - RIDE

› Fa st e st b oa r d i n t h e r a n g e

› M o s t c o m f o r ta b l e b o a r d

› V e r y c o m f o r ta b l e c o n t r o l

› Best carving abilities

› E a r ly p l a n i n g

› Massive grip

› Textreme Carbon

› V e r y v e r s at i l e

The Select is the ultimate kiteboard,

The X-Ride is one of the best selling

built with some of the most advanced

boards since years, many riders from all

techniques and materials around. It’s

over the world love the way it handles on

the fastest, lightest and most responsive

the water. The board is designed to be

board in the range and is perfect for

ridden about 3cm longer than a standard

freeride and freestyle. Textreme Carbon

board. This gives you an increased rocker

offers excellent durability and flex cha-

line, which makes the X-Ride really

racteristics, whilst being 30% lighter than

smooth, no matter how choppy the water

standard carbon. This futuristic material

is. The shape and length combine with

is what gives the Select its responsive

the specially designed freeride fins to

nature underfoot. By combining this with

give you unsurpassed upwind perfor-

a super fast rocker line and progressive

mance and grip. The board is also perfect

flex the board really comes alive. Whilst

for carving smooth turns; plenty of riders

the board delivers amazing pop, it is also

use the X-Ride as their wave board.

exceedingly comfortable when riding

Fantastic for whatever style of riding you

through chop! The Select is the most

want to enjoy, waves, freeride, freestyle,

responsive, technologically advanced

the X-Ride can handle it all, it is the

kiteboard on the market, jump on and

ultimate all round kiteboard!

tech features p.97- 98, p.1 00

feel the future!

SIZES

132/39 135 /40 138/41 141/42

weight

55–75 70 – 85 75 - 90 > 85

fin set

S -BEND FS 5 .0

SIZES

weight

1 32 /39 1 3 5 /40 1 3 8/41 1 41 /42

5 5 –75 70 – 85 75 - 90 > 85

fin set

S - B E N D F R 4 .9 ( 1 32 ) S-BEND FR 5.3

boards TwinTips

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108

FRE E RIDE

GON Z ALES

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soleil

› E a s i e st b oa r d i n t h e r a n g e to r i d e

› E x c l u s i v e ly d e s i g n e d f o r g i r l s b y g i r l s

› V e r y c o m f o r ta b l e

› Perfect control

› G r e at u p w i n d p e r f o r m a n c e

› Smooth ride

› Super forgiving

› Fe m a l e s pe c i f i c f l e x a n d o u t l i n e

The Gonzales is a board that will make

Girls are constantly pushing the limits of

you look good, pure and simple. Whether

the sport; they deserve a board that can

you are just starting out, or getting to

meet their needs. The Soleil has been

grips with your first jumps, the Gonzales

designed for girls by girls and takes into

offers a predictable smooth and forgiving

account their smaller size and weight.

ride. There are 5 sizes in the range to

The Soleil has a special flex pattern that

suit every riders needs. The wide outline

is really comfortable in choppy condi-

offers a stable platform for progression,

tions, yet still delivers impressive pop.

whatever your level. The Gonzales uses a

The sharp rails offer plenty of grip and

softer flex pattern to ensure it eats up the

excellent upwind capabilities. The Soleil

chop and also gives a comfortable ride no

is also great at carving from rail to rail,

matter what the conditions are like. This

making it really fun to ride in waves as

board also flies upwind, helping you to

well. Girls need a board that can perform

learn that all-important technique quickly

in a variety of conditions; the Soleil is a

and easily! Grab a ride on the Gonzales

board that can handle just about anything

and discover just how simple kitesurfing

you throw at it. Freestyle, freeride, waves,

can be!

this board has it covered, don’t ride a

tech features p.97- 98, p.1 00

twintip designed for men, grab a Soleil and perform at your best!

SIZES

weight

130/38 134 /40 138/41.5 142/42 15 1/42

50 – 65 60 –75 70 - 85 >75 >75

fin set

s - bend fr 4.9 s -bend fr 5 . 3

SIZES

weight

1 2 8/37 1 32 /3 8 1 3 6/39

< 60 5 5 –70 65 - 85

fin set

S-BEND FS 4.6

boards TwinTips

FR E E R IDE

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LI GHT W I ND

HIGH

SPIKE

tech features p.97- 98, p.10 0

PE RFO RMANC E

FRE E RIDE

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LIGHT WIND

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SPIKE TE X TREME

› Light wind weapon

› U lt i m at e l i g h t w i n d w e a p o n

› S u p e r e a r ly p l a n i n g

› Earliest planing in the range

› F a n ta s t i c u p w i n d p e r f o r m a n c e

› F a n ta s t i c u p w i n d p e r f o r m a n c e

› G r e at f o r f r e e r i d e

› Textreme Carbon construction

We’ve all been there, arrived at the beach

If you are looking for the ultimate light

to discover the forecast hasn’t delivered.

wind weapon with amazing low-end

Now with the Spike you needn’t worry,

performance, the Spike TeXtreme is the

it’s our light wind machine and it’s here to

answer! The board takes all the character-

save the day! Available in three sizes, the

istics of the Spike 153 and incorporates

163 offers the best upwind and low-end

the TeXtreme® Carbon construction that

performance, it is also very easy to ride.

North Kiteboarding have been perfecting

The 153 has slightly less low end, but still

over the last 5 years. The result is the most

gets going very early. It feels much smaller

responsive and agile light wind board on

on your feet, making it perfect for light

the market. The board is 20% lighter than

wind freestyle and big jumps. There is

the standard version, close your eyes and

also a smaller board in the range, the 141,

you’ll swear you are riding a smaller board!

this is tuned to be a light wind freestyle

In addition to this the Spike TeXtreme has

machine, perfect for those riders looking

some unique flex characteristics that allow

to perform the latest tricks! The Spike

it to plane really early, but also to deliver

also works really well in gusty winds and

an impressive amount of pop, making it ex-

is very popular with kiters who ride on

tremely fun to ride. The board will always

inland lakes. It’s time to make every sessi-

be one of the first on the water, and it will

on count, no matter how light the wind is,

amaze you with its upwind ability! The

add the Spike to your collection.

Spike TeXtreme uses the most advanced

tech features p.94- 96, p.98, P.1 00

materials and construction techniques available to ensure you get a superior board with amazing light wind abilities.

SIZES

weight

141/44.5 15 3/46.5 163/46.5

>65 >70 >75

fin set

s- bend fs 5 .0

SIZES

weight

1 5 3 /46.5

>70

fin set

s - bend F S 5 .0

boards TwinTips

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bindings 2015

113 boards TwinTips

B I N DI N GS

114

entity binding

BINDINGS

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B I N DI N GS

116

BINDINGS

117

entity details Every foot is different. Taking this into consideration the

boards TwinTips

ntt split straps

the track plugs

whats new :

Entity, an ergonomically shaped footpad sets new stan-

Together with the NTT Contact Pad, the NTT Split Strap

The Track Plugs are made of TPE plastic and prevent The

› Modified construction

dards in the evolution of kite sports. The Entity offers a

forms probably the most functional footpad system on the

Track Nuts from falling out of the tracks. The plugs also

with N ew velcro

variety of settings to perfectly fit on each foot, in addition

market.

make sure that the system is mounted correctly.

it is quick and easy to mount and even looks damn good on your feet!

In 2015 the strap is covered with a flushy velcro neoprene on the inside and outside. It offers great comfort and grip on the inside and due to the fact that the velcro sticks on anywhere you have always perfect overlap and hold of

recommended stance

the strap.

The revolutionary split function offers the choice bet-

The central triangles on the NTT Contact Pad and inside

ween maximum grip and optimum mobility:

The Track system indicate the Entity Combo’s basic set-

BOMBPROOF GRIP & MORE CONTROL

ting, also known as the recommended stance.

By moving the Strap Buckles backwards or forward, the split opens or closes.

The recommended stance has been individually determined for each North Kiteboarding board.

The further you open the split, the greater the contact

Some riders may prefer a different position. The section

surface that wraps around your foot. Offering bombproof

Customize X6 explains the various possibilities for indivi-

grip and more control over your board is the direct result.

dual tuning. (see next page)

OPTIMUM MOBILITY

Frame, which reliably transfers the forces directly to the

The NTT has been designed and tested for use with the

The more you close the split, the more range of motion

board. The direct contact between Contact Pad and board

North Kiteboarding “The Track” system. The Track is an in-

you get. The Split Strap comes with all-over padding and

NTT Contact Pad (pair) and NTT Split Strap (pair),

enhances the board feeling.

novative mounting system on North Kiteboarding Twintips

the width adjustment makes sure that the NTT Split Strap

Grab Handle, NTT Strap Buckles, washers and screws!

› The enhanced heel of the Contact Pad reduces pressure

in its fourth generation. Together with The Track, the NTT

wraps tightly around any shape of foot. Achieving a great

in sensitive areas of the foot by increasing the cushioning

unfolds its full poten-tial of individual settings.

fit with neoprene booties is no longer a problem neither.

effect. Also it changes the angle of the foot in the binding,

The procedure is really simple and only takes a few

which improves the foothold.

seconds.

ntt + the track

The NTT can be mounted on any board with standard inserts from the product generation 2011 onwards, however,

› The anti-slip surface first employed in 2014 considerably

the range of individual settings is then limited.

increases the grip, keeping the foot in firm contact with the

ntt combo scope of delivery

NTT. However the surface of the inlays permits easy entry, ntt contact frame

The Contact Frame is the intelligent basis of the entire

yet prevents the foot slipping out. Maximum comfort & bombproof grip!

footpad. It is available in two sizes for best comfort likewise for larger or smaller feet. The construction perfectly

ntt heel cushions

adapts to the shape of our boards and does not interfere

The pad is supplied with three NTT heel cushions of

with the flex characteristics.

varying hardness. The cushions permit adjusting the NTT Contact Pads to your personal preferences.

how to mount the ntt

› soft (yellow) for more comfort

The NTT Contact Pad consists of the time-tested EVA

The Track Nuts secure the Pad/Strap combination and

› hard (blue) for better control

footpad and the NTT Contact Frame. The footbed is

mount to the NTT Combo within seconds. The Nuts can

Entity Combo S/M = US (M) 5–10

› medium (red) for the golden mean

be moved laterally in The Tracks to adjust the distance

Entity Combo L/XL = US (M) 8–13

ntt contact pad

ergonomically shaped and perfectly combines fit, control and comfort. The footpad is enveloped by the Contact

between the pads. The Nuts are supplied with all series boards with The Track system.

ntt si z e chart

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customize x6 X1

PA D D I STA N C E

BINDINGS

119 boards TwinTips ntt and the track

X4

The pad distance depends on your size, your riding

ADJ UST ING T H E ST RAP CONTAC T SUR FAC E

style and, of course, your personal preferences.

Adjusting the NTT Split Strap allows you to find the

A narrow distance is usually more comfortable

right balance between personal comfort and opti-

because it makes the board feel softer. Furthermore,

mum grip. The more you open the split, the better

a narrow distance saves strength and is therefore

the grip in your NTT! The narrower you set the split,

preferred by freeriders. Freestylers usually chose a

the greater your mobility within the straps.

wider distance. This provides a lot of pop and permits more aggressive edging. The wide distance gives the rider more control in tricks and landings; however, it also makes riding more strenuous.

X2

PA D P OS I TI O N R E L ATI V E TO TH E E D GE S

X5

FO OT L E N GT H A DJ U ST M E N T

The entire NTT Split Strap can be moved back

The position of the pad on the board in relation to

and forth on the NTT Contact Pad. The right

the heel and toe edge greatly influences the board’s

position depends on your foot length. We recom-

riding characteristics. With very wide boards or very

mend adjusting the NTT Split Strap so that your

small feet it is recommended to move the binding

toes reach over the toe edge.

towards the heel edge. This increases pressure on the heel edge and facilitates upwind riding. A central position of the foot between the two edges provides better stability in landings. Narrow boards and large feet also benefit from a central position.

X3

PA D A N G LE

X6

FO OT W I DT H A DJ U ST M E N T

You can vary the NTT Split Strap’s width inde-

In the basic setting the angle is 10°. The pad angle

pendently of the Velcro adjustment on the NTT

depends strongly on the rider’s personal preferences.

Contact Pad. This helps optimize the NTT’s fit

Some riders prefer a position with the front foot

according to your foot width. In addition you can

rotated far to the outside. We recommend a greater

change the width if you wear neoprene booties!

angle for these riders.

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vario binding The tried and tested Vario Combo is an integral

vario combo features

part of our collection. The strap insertions

› Ergonomic footpad

of the Vario buckles are designed for easy

› Simple mounting

mounting. The ergonomically shaped Vario Pad

› Increased size adjustment of the Vario Straps

convinces with its high comfort and the proven

› Stepless width adjustment of the strap when

anti-slip structure guarantees a firm grip in all

mounted on The Track boards

situations.

› Stepless stance adjustment (pad distance) when

Mounted on a board with The Track system, both the Vario Strap’s and the Vario Pad’s width can be steplessly adjusted.

The new Vario Strap offers a broad range of size adjustment through the optimized Velcro closure. Size adjustment is quick and easy. This is particularly important if you have to use neoprene booties in cold conditions or if different riders use the same board. The Vario Combo is compatible with all North Kiteboarding boards of any product generation.

mounted on The Track boards › Anti-slip structure

BINDINGS

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pop boot T O P F E AT U R E S :

boards TwinTips

construction features

› S eamless medium densit y liner

› Medium soft density liner for both flexibility and support

› F lexibilit y & support

› Heel retention strap for firm hold in the boot

› H eel retention strap P ulls foot

› Moulded TPU Heel Panel for durability and easy entry

into heel pocket

› Low friction eyelets

› Moulded T PU heel panel

› Flow Through Drain Panels

› D urable › E asy entry

Wakestylers have extreme needs when it comes to their boots. In order to live up to these high expectations we built the Pop Boot. Whether you are a seasoned pro or riding boots for the first time, this is the perfect boot for you. A medium soft density liner offers both, flexibility and support with no loss of hold thanks to its heel retention strap. The strap pulls the rider’s foot into the heel pocket as the boot is laced for reduced lift. The seamless liner construction offers easy entry and exit whereas the pre-moulded TPU heel panel and tongue allow for ultimate fit and comfort that produces no pressure points.

The Pop Boot is a boot that helps you to step up your riding to the next level!

us

7-8 9-10 11-12

uk

6-7 8-9 10-11

europe 39-41

42-43 45-46

j apan 25-26 27-28 45-46

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quick finder directionals

conditions

speciality

boards directionals

pro series CS C

ko n ta c t

wa m

woohoo

whip CS C

nugget

nugGet tt

quest tt

r ac e lt d 6 9

Small to well

Rough conditions

All conditions

All conditions

Small to medium

Light wind and small

Light wind and small

Small to medium

Any racing condition

overhead high waves

Medium to big waves

Best all-round

Best all-round

sized waves &

waves. Most fun in

waves. Most fun in

waves or freeriding

performance

performance

strapless freestyle

“bad conditions”

“bad conditions”

› Good rail grip

› Max grip

› Tight Bottem Turns

› Stable in chop

› Tight bottom turns

› Early planing

› Early planing

› Extremely stable

› Easy to control

› Fast bottom turn

› High speed control

› Snappy top turn

› Good grip

› Good grip

› Top upwind

› Top upwind

› Easy to control

› Super fast

› Pop for airs

› Controlled bottom

› Easy to surf

› High speed control

› Early planing

performance

performance

› Interesting price point

› Devastating upwind

turn

› To p s e l l e r

› Snappy top turn

› Very forgiving

› Convenient size

› Convenient size

› Best freestyle board

for travelling

for travelling

performance

construction inn egra ca r bo n

X

ba mb oo t ec h

X

X

X

X

X

X

cork s h ock a b s o r be r

x

x

x

x

x

x

tou gh tec h n o lo gy

construction x

c sc

x

x-s ur f co n c e pt

X

X

fin option

Tri fin

Tri fin

Tri fin

› Experienced/

Entry level to

Advanced till pro level

technical rider with

advanced rider

customer profile

Full carbon sandwich

surf experience

x

x X

X

X

Tri fin

Tri fin

Quad fin

Quad fin

Entry to

Entry level to

Entry level to

advanced girls

pro rider

advanced rider

Tri fin

Race fins

Entry level to

Entry level to

Race addicted rider

advanced rider

advanced rider

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TECHNOLOGY

DIRECTIONAL

directional technology top sheet

TECHNOLOGY

x-surf concept

p r o se r i e s, w h i p, n u g g e t & n u g g e t TT

All boards marked with the "X-Surf" stamp are

ability) and also operate well when relying purely on

ideal shapes for both kitesurfing AND surfing. We

wave energy to generate speed. The Nugget (Nugget

originally introduced the X-Surf concept with the

TT) doubles as a light wind kitesurf board and a

Whip and got great feedback from riders who loved

small-wave-slaying surfboard. The two biggest Whips

being able to travel with a single board to cover their

are performance hybrids perfectly suited to bridging

kiting and surfing needs.

the gap between kiting and paddling in small to

In 2015, through on-going development and feed-

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medium surf. The Pro Series is the go-to board for

back, we have expanded the X-Surf family. Boards

team riders and advanced surfers in nearly all

marked with the "X-Surf" stamp have more volume

conditions.

than the kitesurf-specific boards (better paddling innegra carbon

4 5 ° d i a g o n a l g l a s s l ay e r

Innegra Carbon is a blended fabric composed of Innegra and Carbon.

Carbon makes the board light and lively whereas Innegra provides the necessary elasticity.

cork shock absorber

bamboo tech

Bamboo is a sustainable material and comes with amazing technical characteristics.

Our Bamboo Tech waveboards feature a high strength to weight ratio with great resistance to dents and perforations. The resulting boards are very durable and provide high performance riding characteristics. cork shock absorber

Cork offers excellent absorption characteristics and reforms entirely without leaving any visible dents in contrast to PVC . Therefore it is applied as a damper in the heel area of the surfboards. responsive flex

Using our Bamboo Tech construction, we take full advantage of the dynamic qualities of natural bamboo.

Optimized layers and the mix with composite materials help us to construct powerful, agile and versatile rail reinforcements

9 0 ° b i - a x i a l g l a s s l ay e r

directionals that come with a unique flex – Responsive Flex!

surfboard accessories

9 0 ° b i - a x i a l g l a s s l ay e r

eps core

s u r f st rap wi t h was h e r s an d s c r ews ( pai r)

F r o n t S u r f pad stan dar d wi t h m i n i pads

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SURF

CONCEPT

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classic shape

COMPACT

SURF

CONCEPT

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compact surf concept

vs

p r o se r i e s an d w h i p

LESS NOSE IN FRONT OF YOUR FRONT FOOT Less swing weight, more compact shape, better for rotations and more balanced proportions.

n o r t h k i t e b oa r d i n g d e s i g n e r s k y s o l b ac h on the new csc

shorter/ c o m p a CT s h a p e

Allows you to dominate the entire board for explosive and controlled snaps.

Fits the pocket perfectly.

Better rotation for strapless freestyle.

Compact size fits in a smaller board bag.

pro series 2014 6'2" VOLUME

27L

MORE CENTERED STANCE

Easier to find the "sweet spot“.

Having the volume and surface more centered in the stance area requires less foot movement and positioning while surfing.

straighter rails

Straighter effective rail line offers superior grip, hold and stability in choppy conditions.

Straighter low-drag outline planes quicker and carries more speed while surfing down the line.

less nose

pro series 2015 5' 8" VOLUME

27L

“Just when you think you’ve got your magic board that

the CSC ‘s advantages are undeniable. Less nose (up

can never be replaced, a new design comes along that

to 6 inches less nose!) means less swing-weight and

really makes you question your perception. This past

less windage when doing aerial rotations, which offers

season was especially eye opening when developing our

greater control. The compact shape lets you stand more

new CSC boards. What we are calling CSC boards have

centered on the board, giving you more balance in all

been around for a while, but have become really popular

situations and allowing you to have total control over the

of late in the surfing world. In a nutshell, the CSC is a

whole length of the board. A straighter rail line equals

chopped down surfboard nearly symmetrical in outline

more stability in chop at high speeds and the flat rocker

(like a twintip) but with an asymmetrical (surfboard)

generates and carries speed, offering superior glide. But

rocker. At first glance, this may seem like a funky trend or

don’t take my word for it… grab a new Pro Series or Whip

a fun novelty concept, but when adapted to kitesurfing

and see what all the fuss is about.”

n o r t h k i t e b oa r d i n g d e s i g n e r s k y s o l b ac h o n vo lu m e

“Because surf board dimensions vary so much, volume

generated by the kite, but for riders looking to reap the

is the best guide for choosing the correct board to suit

intended performance benefits of their boards, choosing

your weight. For example, the ultra-short and wide 5’2”

the correct volume is essential. Keep in mind that boards

Nugget is comparable in volume to the 5’11” Wam, but

aimed at performing in small waves or light wind, like the

both boards are perfectly suited to a medium size rider.

Whip or Nugget will have slightly more volume than that

As kitesurfers we have the advantage of being able to

of boards aimed at performing in big waves or high wind,

ride any size board we want due to the immense power

like the Kontact.”

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WAVE

PRO SERIES

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133

KONTACT

t ec h f e at u r e s p.1 2 9

› N e w s h a p e ( C o m p a c t S u r f C o nc e p t )

› R o u g h c o n d i t i o n s , m e d i u m t o b i g wav e s

› S m a l l to w e l l ov e r h e a d s u r f

› Maximum grip

› Good rail grip

› High speed control

› Fa st b ot to m t u r n

› Controlled bot tom turn

› Pop for airs

› Bamboo Tech construction

› C a r b o n Inn e g r a C o n s t r u c t i o n

› Tr i f i n

This year the Pro Series incorporates the

The Kontact has been our big wave

new Compact Surf Concept making it shor-

weapon for some time, and the design

ter and more manoeuvrable. The new com-

brief for 2015 remained the same. When

pact shape means there is far less swing

you are riding in big waves and you set

weight when you ride the board. This gives

that rail in the water for the bottom turn

you far more control when performing ae-

you need to have absolute confidence

rial tricks, but also improved handling when

the board is going to bite and drive. Our

snapping off the tops of waves. In order so

shaper Sky Solbach is no stranger to these

absorb radical Airs in freestyle waveriding,

conditions and he has put all of his know-

we build the Pro Series with a new Carbon-

ledge into ensuring you get speed and grip

Innegra Sandwich construction. The deck

from the rail shape and rocker line. New

features a double concave shape to fit your

for this year is the single concave that runs

foot and allow your heel to be closer to the

all the way down to the tail to offer even

water allowing you to really command the

more control when you are charging down

board on the wave. Designed for advanced

the line. The Kontact is a little thicker this

riders the Pro Series will excel in small to

year too, with slightly more volume to

well overhead high waves.

ensure it carries speed when you need it

If you want the ultimate in high perfor-

most. If you’re looking at charging some of

mance for your wave riding, accept no

the biggest waves the planet has to offer,

substitute and grab the Pro Series today.

don’t leave home without the Kontact!

SI Z ES

VOLUME

weight

fin set

SI Z ES

VOLUME

weight

fin set

5’6’’ x 17 1/2’’ x 1 7/8’’ 5’7 ’’ x 17 7/8’’ x 2 1/ 16’’ 5’8’’ x 18 1/4’’ x 2 3/8’’

21.3 L 24.1L 27 L

5 5 -75 70 - 90 <85

TS -S TS - M TS- M

5’ 10’’ x 1 7 3 /8’’ x 2 1 /4’’ 6’ 1 ’’ x 1 7 3 /4’’ x 2 5 / 1 6’’

2 3 .8 L 2 6.3 L

5 5 -75 >75

tS - M TS- M

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WAVE

wam

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woohoo

t ec h f e at u r e s p.1 2 9

› All conditions, best all-round performance

› All conditions, best all-round performance

› Snappy to turn & tight bot tom turns

› S ta b l e i n c h o p

› Top seller

› Good grip

› Ea s y t o s u r f

› High speed control & Snappy to turn

› Ba m b o o T e c h c o n s t r u c t i o n

› Ba m b o o T e c h c o n s t r u c t i o n

› Tri fin

› Tri fin

The Wam is the perfect all round board

The Woohoo has been wowing the ladies

for the rider looking for a traditionally

for a few years now, and with good

shaped surfboard that can perform in

reason. Girls are usually lighter than guys,

a wide variety of conditions. It’s happy

and getting the right surfboard to suit

in smaller Euro style waves, but equally

their weight is important. Riding a board

comfortable on world-class point breaks

that is too big will make it difficult to pro-

that are fast and heavy. For 2015 the same

gress and they won’t feel as connected to

rocker line and outline that made last

the wave. The Woohoo takes all the bene-

years Pro Series so good have been used,

fits of the excellent Wam but puts them

there is also a little more volume in the

into a smaller easier to manage package.

tail to help the board carry speed through

This makes it easier for lighter riders to

turns. The pure thruster set up saves on

control, whatever the conditions! Perfect

weight as the extra fin boxes offered on

in all sizes of wave, the Woohoo offers

last years Wam have been removed. This

excellent drive and grip. If you’re having

helps it to feel livelier whilst the three-fin

trouble with bigger boards, or just want

configuration keeps things fast and loose

the ultimate surfboard for women, take a

on the wave. If you loved the Pro Series

look at the Woohoo…

of 2014, but aren’t quite ready for the new CSC design, then the new Wam is the board for you…

SI Z ES

VOLUME

weight

fin set

SI Z ES

VOLUME

weight

fin set

5’8’’ x 17 7/8’’ x 1 1/ 16’’ 5’ 11’’ x 18 3/1 6’’ x 2 3/ 16’’ 6’2’’ x 18 1/2’’ x 2 5 / 16’’

21.7 L 24.6 L 27.6L

5 5 -75 70 - 90 <85

TS -S TS- M TS- M

5’6’’ x 1 7 1 /2’’ x 1 1 5 / 1 6’’

1 9.4 L

4 5 -70

tS - s

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WAVE

whip

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nugget

t ec h f e at u r e s p.1 2 9

› N e w s h a p e ( C o m p a c t S u r f C o nc e p t )

› L i g h t w i n d a n d s m a ll wav e s

› S m a l l t o m e d i u m s i z e wav e s & s t r a p l e s s f r e e s t y l e

› Most fun in “bad conditions”

› Tight bot tom turns & Good grip

› E a r ly p l a n i n g & T o p u p w i n d p e r f o r m a n c e

› E a r ly p l a n i n g & V e r y f o r g i v i n g

› C o n v e n i e n t s i z e f o r t r av e ll i n g

› B e st f r e e st y l e b oa r d

› Bamboo Tech construction

› Bamboo Tech construction

› Quad fin

The popular Whip from last year gets a

If you have never ridden a Nugget you

radical redesign for 2015; yet it still deli-

are missing out, there is a good reason

vers maximum performance in small to

why this board is one of our bestselling

medium sized waves. The board features

surfboards, it’s FUN! The Nugget is happy

a wide stable platform making it easy to

on flat water, or ripping up small waves,

ride, but also helping it to maintain speed

the flat rocker line and wide outline help

when on the wave. In choppy conditions

it to be one of the first boards to get

the new cork shock absorber helps to

going in light winds too. The secret to

smooth out the bumps and the rocker

the Nugget’s success is the clever double

line and rail shape combine to give a very

concave bottom shape, which provides

smooth ride. The Whip is easy to ride

excellent drive and light wind ability. In

and designed to be forgiving and make

the waves the V in the nose and tail help

you look good on the water. If new school

to make it exceedingly manoeuvrable and

strapless freestyle tricks are your favouri-

you’ll be amazed with how easy the board

te pastime, then the Whip offers excellent

is to carve. Add a Nugget to your collec-

control and agility in the air, it will stick to

tion; you’ll never have a wasted journey

your feet like glue. Make the easy choice,

to the beach again!

choose the Whip.

SI Z ES

VOLUME

weight

fin set

5’4’’ x 17 3/4’’ x 2 1/8’’ 5’5’’ x 18 1/8’’ x 2 1/4’’ 5’6’’ x 18 1/2’’ x 2 3/8’’

23.2 L 25 .4 L 27.7L

50 -70 60 - 80 70 - 90

TS -S TS-M TS-M

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weight

fin set

5’2’’ x 2 1 ’’ x 2 3 /8’’ 5’5’’ x 2 1 ’’ x 2 7/ 1 6’’

2 8 .9 L 32 L

6 0 - 85 >80

ts - m + n q s e t ts - m + n q s e t

boards directionals

WAVE

138

WAVE

nugget tt

139

quest tt

boards directionals

› L i g h t w i n d a n d s m a ll wav e s

› S m a l l t o m e d i u m wav e s o r f r e e r i d i n g

› Most fun in “bad conditions”

› E x t r e m e ly s t a b l e

› E a r ly p l a - n i n g & T o p u p w i n d p e r f o r m a n c e

› Easy to control

› C o n v e n i e n t s i z e f o r t r av e ll i n g

› Interesting price point

› “ To u g h T e c h n o lo gy ” c o n st r u c t i o n

› “ To u g h T e c h n o lo gy ” c o n st r u c t i o n

› Quad fin

› tri fin

Already the second season the 5’2”

The Quest in its second generation is

Nugget is also be offered in the brand

taking its DNA from the Wam of last year.

new North Kiteboarding Tough Technolo-

There are plenty of riders out there

gy construction. Tough Technology is the

looking to get their first surfboard for

new moulded technology that utilizes a

kiting, or just looking to improve their

super tough top sheet similar to that used

skills with a fast learning curve. The Quest

in North Kiteboarding twintips to create

gives them that opportunity. The wide

an incredibly durable skin that is remar-

point has been pushed further forward,

kably resistant to dings and scratches.

the width increased and the outline has

In short, the 5’2” Tough Technology

been straightened up a little to make the

Nugget offers the same great Nugget

board exceedingly stable on the water.

shape in a super durable construction!

This helps it give the rider plenty of con-

Same like its brother, the Nugget TT is

fidence when learning jibes and switching

a great light wind wave board, which

feet. You won’t grow out of the Quest

allows you to have fun in waves even if

quickly though, it can handle waves of all

conditions are not amazing. It´s easy to

sizes and delivers lots of drive when you

do your first steps strapless and even

need it. If you’ve been looking for the

on flat water it will put a smile on your

perfect board to learn surfstyle on, your

face due to the planing performance and

Quest is over…

the upwind strength. Rough conditions – tough technology!

SI Z ES

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weight

fin set

SI Z ES

VOLUME

weight

fin set

5’2’’ x 2 1’’ x 2 3/8’’

28 .9 L

60 - 85

TS -m+ NQ s et

5’ 10’’ x 1 8 3 / 1 6’’ x 2 1 /4’’

2 4.9 L

f i ts al l

ts - m

RACE

140

RACE

141

race ltd 69

boards directionals

› Full carbon sandwich construction › D e va s t a t i n g u p w i n d p e r f o r m a n c e › A n y r ac i n g c o n d i t i o n s › Easy to control › S u p e r fa st

When you are racing at the front of the fleet you need a board that offers the ultimate in control. That is the focus of the design process; control at high speeds, control when jibing and control on all points of sail. By adding a convex shape to the front section of the nose, harsh blows from chop are now softened and stability at high speed has been improved. In addition the centre rocker line remains the same while the rail rocker has been increased, this again improves stability and enhances the performance when jibing. The wide point has been moved a little further forward to increase control and early planing. The cut outs at the back relieve pressure from the riders legs and free up the board, with less stiction to the water giving it unrivalled top end speed. All of this adds up to a board that is easier to ride and leaves the rider less fatigued. The North Kiteboarding Raceboard will be at the front of the fleet; will you be there with it?

r ac e f i n g 1 0 CNC 4 2 . 5 CM LEFT SIDE r ac e f i n g 1 0 CNC 4 2 . 5 CM RIGHT SID E r ac e f i n g 1 0 CNC 3 9 . 5 CM CENTER

SI Z ES

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190 x 69.5

90 L

142

accessories 2015

143 accessories

H A R NESSES

144

H A R NESSES

air styler

145 si z e s - 46/X S - 48/s - 50/ M - 52 / l - 5 4 /XL - 5 6/X XL

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The Airstyler stands for maximum comfort and spine support. It has an integrated air bladder made from solid TPU to support the lumbar spine area. The hook plate is made out of fully moulded EVA, which is lightweight and comfortable to wear. › The Airstyler can be easily converted into a seat harness by attaching the Transformer Seat, which is available as a spare part.

n e w va lv e s y s t e m

The complete redesign for 2015 also includes a new valve system, using a kite single pump valve for easy inflation and deflation. The protection clip makes sure the valve does not open accidentally.

S P EC IAL FEAT UR ES › I N FL ATA BLE A I R B L A D DE R › N EOP R E NE LI NE R FOR H I GH EST CO MFORT

t w i s t e r fi t

The Twister Fit construction consists of a full neoprene liner that facilitates sliding of the harness around your body during a rotational jump or when riding backside.

transformer seat

› B ELT PO C KE T TO STOW AWAY E XCESS STRA P S › S H O RT H A RN ESS HOO K FOR BE T TE R BA R FEELI N G A N D CON TR OL › AT TAC H A BLE TRA N SFORME R SEAT AVAIL A BLE

si z e s - 46/X S - 48/s - 50/ M - 52 / l - 5 4 /X L - 5 6/X X L

The Transformer Seat is available separately. It can be attached quickly and easy to the Airstyler harness, transforming the waist harness into a seat harness.

accessories

H A R NESSES

146

styler

sizes - 46/XS - 48/s - 50/ M - 52/ l - 54 /XL - 56/X XL

H A R NESSES

performer

147 si z e s - 46/X S - 48/s - 50/ M - 52 / l - 5 4 /X L - 5 6/X X L

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The 3D Spine construction of the Styler harness has

SP ECIAL FEATURES

The Performer seat harness permits using a lower hook

S P EC IAL F EAT UR ES

been completely reworked in 2015. This moulded and

› FRICT IO N F IT IN M OULD ED EVA D ESIGN

position compared to waist harnesses. The generously

› FULL- B LOOD E D SEAT H A RNESS W ITH MA X IM U M

pre-shaped panel supports the natural shape of the

› 3D SPINE CONSTRU CTIO N

employed back paddings support the lower back mus-

CO MFO RT A N D LOW H OOK P OSIT IO N

lower back to relieve the muscles.

› BELT P OCKET TO STOW AWAY EXC ESS STRAPS

cles and the freely adjustable back position enables to

› FLEX ZON ES FOR M OR E M OB ILIT Y A N D

› SHORT HARN ESS H OO K FOR B ET TE R BAR

adapt the harness to ones own requirements.

CO MFO RT

The extra low side panels allow for maximum freedom of movement and the hook plate is made out of fully

FEELI NG AND CONTROL

The soft cover and the low position of the hook

› SOF T COV E RE D H OOK PL ATE TO AVOI D I N JU R IES

moulded EVA foam which is lightweight and comfortab-

and hook plate help protect you from bruises and rib

A N D BRUISES

le to wear.

injuries.

› CO MFO RTA B LE N EOP RE N E LEG STRA P S

fric t i o n fi t

The integrated soft EVA inlay makes the harness very comfortable and guarantees a firm fit without slipping.

accessories

H A R NESSES

148

kite vest waist

H A R NESSES

s i z es - 48/s - 50/ M - 52/ l - 54 /X L

kite vest seat

The Kite Vest Waist offers snug body fit and cushio-

The Kite Vest Seat is designed to be worn with a seat

ning only in the upper part of the vest, so that a waist

harness, featuring padding on the full length of the

harness can be comfortably worn above, still offering

upper body.

maximum freedom of movement. The side zipper allows

This ensures a very comfortable fit and maximum

for quick and easy putting on and taking off the kite

protection. To keep the vest firmly in place it can be

vest. The zipperflap ensures durability of the zipper and

secured with straps directly to the harness.

protects your skin from scratches.

149 si z e s - 46/X S - 48/s - 50/ M - 52 / l - 5 4 /XL - 5 6/X XL

accessories

BAG S

150

BAGS

151 For 2015 we offer three different premium bag concepts: The Single Board Bag, specifically designed to fit a variety of board shapes and sizes.

The Team Bag, made with extra durable material to withstand countless miles of world travel.

The Combi Bag, delivering vast amounts of storage space so you can take all your toys on your next holiday.

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BAGS

152 The Combibag is built with an extremely lightweight

The bag is cleverly embroidered with a ‘ Golf ’ label to

but durable construction. Offering vast amounts of

further facilitate easy traveling.

BAGS

combi bag

si z e s: 1 35 cm f i ts a ll tw in t i ps u p to 1 4 2cm

1 50 cm f it s a ll Di r ecti onals u p to 5’2"

1 6 0 cm f it s a ll Di r ecti o nals u p to 5’5"

storage space, you’ll be able to use the airline luggage allowance to maximum capacity with all your kite gear.

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BAGS

BAGS

154 This premium bag is a totally new concept, combining

into one big compartment, a smaller fin/screw pocket

the assets of the Combibag and Quiverbag. It is made

integrated in the top cover and a removable accessory

from extra tough material to withstand the countless

bag. A plastic plate reinforcement at the nose and tail

miles of travelling around the world.

gives extra protection to these sensitive areas. The

The bag has a removable custom-padding inlay that en-closes boards for maximum protection. The inlay

team bag 140

front handle can be opened to attach the bag to e.g. an

155 si z e : 1 4 5 x 50 cm F it s all T w inti p s UP TO 1 4 2

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airport trolley.

can be removed to save weight. The inside is divided

team bag surf

s i z e: 6' 2' ' (198 x 6 0 cm ) Fit s a l l s u rfb oards u p to 6' 2' '

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team bag race

team bag 160

si z e : 1 70 x 6 0 cm F it s all su rboards UP TO 5'6' ' and a ll tw intip s up to 1 63

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s i z e: 20 0 x 75 cm Fi t s rac e LTD

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BAGS

BAGS

156 The Single Boardbag has a new outline that is specifi-

All Single Surf Board Bags have an extension buckle in

cally fitted to the different shapes of our boards. New

the back to also fit in boards with mounted fins. On the

in 2015 are the Nugget and the CSC Single Board Bag

inside the bag features an extra fin pocket.

single surfboard bag compact

SIZE : 5' 1 0' ' (1 8 8 X 52 C M) F it s a ll su rfboards U P TO 5' 1 0' ' All Co mpacts u p to 5'9' ' a ll T w i nti ps u p to 1 63

for our new surfboard shapes.

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single board bag twintip

s i z e: 148 x 50 cm Fi ts a l l T w i nt ip s U P TO 14 2

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single surfboard bag nugget

s i z e: 5'5' ' (175 x 62 cm) Fi t s nu gge t UP TO 5'5' ' and fo i l board

single surfboard b a g 6 ' 2 ''

SIZE: 6' 2' ' (1 98 X 5 5 C M) F its a ll su rboards U P TO 6' 2' '

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157 accessories

158

apparel 2015

159 apparel

B O YZ

S HIR T S

B O YZ

H O O DY / B O ARD S H O R T

160

161 apparel

The North Kiteboarding promo-collection offers a straightforward collection of colourful clothes that match with your North Kiteboarding gear and lifestyle. As a kiteboarder you’re not average, you’re part of a small group of select individuals – make a statement and show your passion for kiteboarding everyday.

T E E S S LOGO - REGULAR FIT co lour: D EEP TE AL M E LAN GE /691 si ze s: 48/s - 50/m - 52/l - 54 /x l - 56/xx l

TEE S S n o rt h - REGU L A R FI T co lour: tang o red/49 0 s i z e s : 48/s - 50/m - 52/ l - 54 /x l - 56/x xl

T E E S S don t sto p - REGULAR FIT colo ur: tropi cal green/650 si ze s: 48/s - 50/m - 52/l - 54 /x l - 56/xx l

TEE S S p o ps i cle - REGU L A R FI T colour: tender s h o ot s s i z e s : 48/s - 50/m - 52/l - 54 /x l - 56/x xl

T E E S S gam b le r - lo ose F I T co lo ur: di va blue /746 si ze s: 48/s - 50/ m - 52 /l - 5 4 /xl - 5 6/x xl

z i p hoody j i b e co lo ur: tang o red/49 0 s iz e s: 48/s - 50/ m - 52 /l - 5 4 /x l - 5 6/x xl

b oar d i es s pl i t co lo ur: T E N DE R SHOOT S/640 AN D brig ht red/485 siz es: 48/s - 50/m - 52 /l - 5 4 /x l - 5 6/x xl

CAP S

GILR S

S HIR T S / H O O DY

162

163 apparel

n ew era cap 9Fift y - logo colo ur: grey/green si zes: s/m - M/l

New era ca p 9fift y - g radie nt co lour: green siz es: s/m - M/ l

n ew e ra ca p 59Fi ft y - ol d boy co lo ur: grey s i z e s : 7 1/8 (58 c m ), 7 3/8 (59 c m), 7 1/2 (6 0 cm), 7 5/8 (61cm)

New e ra ca p 9f i ft y - g ra di en t co lo ur: red s iz e s : s/m - M / l

T E E S S n k b - regular F I T co lo ur: diva b lue/746 si z e s: 34 /x s - 36/s - 38/ m - 40/l - 4 2 /xl

T E E S S sole i l - ca s ual F I T co lour: teab erry/4 5 5 si ze s: 34 /x s - 36/s - 38/ m - 40/ l - 4 2 /xl

T E E S S po p s i c le l ds - lo ose F I T co lo ur: tro pical green/650 siz es: 34 /x s - 36/s - 38/ m - 40/ l - 4 2 /xl

z i p hoo dy ai r t i me co lo ur: tro pical green/650 s i z es: 34 /x s - 36/s - 38/ m - 40/ l - 4 2 /xl

P RODUCT

164

OVERVIEW

P RODUCT

KITES 2015

vegas

vegas hadlow edition

dice

PAG E 3 4-3 7

PAG E 3 8 -4 1

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BOARDS 2015

PAG E 3 0 -3 3

PAG E 4 2 -4 5

OVERVIEW

neo

rebel

PAG E 4 6 -4 9

PAG E 5 0 - 5 3

OUTRO

Team Series

Ts hadlow

GA M BLE R

JAI M E

SOLEI L

PAG E 1 0 2

PAG E 1 03

PAG E 1 0 4

PAG E 1 0 5

PAG E 1 0 9

SELEC T

X - RID E

GON Z ALES

SPIKE

S P I K E TE X

PAG E 1 0 6

PAG E 1 07

PAG E 1 0 8

PAG E 1 1 0

PAG E 1 1 1

P RO SERIE S

K ONTAC T

WA M

WOOHO O

PAG E 1 3 2

PAG E 1 3 3

PAG E 1 3 4

PAG E 1 3 5

dy n o

juice

WHI P

NUGGE T

NUGGET T T

Q UEST T T

RACE LT D

PAG E 5 4- 5 7

PAG E 5 8 - 6 1

PAG E 1 3 6

PAG E 1 3 7

PAG E 1 3 8

PAG E 1 3 9

PAG E 1 4 0

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OVERVIEW

P RODUCT

H A R N E S S E S , B A G S & bindings 2 0 1 5

AIRSTYLER P O P

STYLER P O P

K ITEVEST W A IS T

K ITEVEST S E A T

PAG E 1 4 5

PAG E 1 4 6

PAG E 1 4 8

PAG E 1 4 9

P ERFOR M ER

entity binding

VARIO b i n d i n g

P O P B O OT

PAG E 1 4 7

PAG E 1 1 4-1 1 9

PAG E 1 2 0 -1 2 1

PAG E 1 2 2

c o m b i B ag

TEA M B a g 1 4 0

TEA M B a g 1 6 0

PAG E 1 5 3

PAG E 1 5 5

PAG E 1 5 5

TEA M B a g s u r f

TEA M B a g r a c e

s i n g l e b o a r d b a g tt

PAG E 1 5 4

PAG E 1 5 4

PAG E 1 5 6

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BARS 2015

TRUST BAR

s i n g l e b b n u gget

s i n g l e s u r f b oa r d b ag c o m pa c t

s i n g l e s u r f b oa r d b ag 6'2''

5TH ELEMENT

PAG E 1 5 6

PAG E 1 5 7

PAG E 1 5 7

PAG E 6 8

OUTRO

TRUST BAR

WA K ESTYL E

QUAD CONTROL

BA R

PAG E 6 9

PAG E 8 0

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