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Every issue we test the latest and greatest gear from across the kitesurfing sphere. We have test teams in Europe and the US with years of riding and industry experience to provide the very best gear reviews.

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North Code Zero

DATE TESTED: 2022

North have hit the ground running with their first generation mono-strut designed with freeride kite foiling in mind.

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RRD Crank LTE

DATE TESTED: 2022

This brand-new addition to RRD’s board range is a comfortable and playful board for beginner freeride kiters.

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North Reach 2022

DATE TESTED: 2022

For 2022 the Reach sees a comprehensive overhaul and is now more nimble with crisper handling.

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Duotone Jaime 2022

DATE TESTED: 2022

Even after more than 20 years on the market, the Jaime continues to deliver an exceptionally refined performance.

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Mystic Jayde

DATE TESTED: 2022

A spectacular high-end, full-featured suit with a detailed build, made from well-curated materials.

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RRD Passion Y27

DATE TESTED: 2022

The definition of a stable and dependable kite that will bring a lot of joy to your freeride sessions.

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CORE Nexus 3

DATE TESTED: 2022

Now lighter handling and easy-to-tune, with a huge degree of versatility for freeriding and waveriding.

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SunGod sunglasses

DATE TESTED: 2022

Developed with Surfers Against Sewage, these feature lenses with 50% recycled materials and 100% recycled frames.

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Duotone Fish SLS

DATE TESTED: 2022

A pretty high performing weapon with impressive performance and raw speed in bigger waves.

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Eleveight RS V6

DATE TESTED: 2022

The RS will deliver a lot of fun to the majority of riders. An excellent all-in-one kite.

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Manera Halo

DATE TESTED: 2022

A groundbreaking design with the support levels of a pure hardshell, and the comfort and flexibility of a softshell.

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FLYSURFER PEAK5

DATE TESTED: 2022

If kite foiling has become a bit stale for you, the PEAK could spice up the discipline for you.

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F-ONE Shadow 5’6

DATE TESTED: 2022

A beautifully proportioned and comfortable to use precision tool that works alarmingly well in almost all wave situations.

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North Carve 2022

DATE TESTED: 2022

Now a more mobile and precise kite than ever, with intuitive turning characteristics, and ever more versatile to differing conditions.

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Dakine C2 Harness

DATE TESTED: 2022

A mid flex level hardshell harness keeping things functional, full-featured and hard-wearing.

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Cabrinha Switchblade 2022

DATE TESTED: 2022

A predictable and lofty platform for boosting and hooked riding, now even more responsive and precise than ever in the turns.

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Airush Lithium V13

DATE TESTED: 2021

A confidence inspiring sheet-and-go marvel, with sportive handling and a playful nature, that can be used across twintip, wave and foil disciplines.

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Ocean Rodeo Rise A-Series

DATE TESTED: 2021

This is lean, mean and commands respect, requiring a switched on and high-level rider who isn’t afraid to chuck a kite (as well as themself)...

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F-ONE BANDIT S3

DATE TESTED: 2021

This is everything a front running wave kite should be – sprightly, highly mobile, smooth, versatile, and simple to use.

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Eleveight RS V5

DATE TESTED: 2021

We were very impressed with the RS, a light kite with a quality feel, clear pluses and no compromises in performance.

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Gin Spirit

DATE TESTED: 2021

An all-round, closed-cell foil kite that's easy to fly and comparable to an inflatable kite – a very impressive showcase of this segment of the...

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Airush Ultra v4

DATE TESTED: 2021

A well-received lightweight kite amongst freeride foil aficionados, that will also hold its own as a wave kite.

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Cabrinha Drifter

DATE TESTED: 2021

Drifter by name, drifty by nature - now with adjustable LE hang points for onshore and offshore modes.

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Slingshot SST V6

DATE TESTED: 2021

Ben Wilson brings a fresh and experienced set of eyes to the new V6, the most significant redesign in the product line’s legacy.

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Airwave Koala 5m

DATE TESTED: 2021

Replace your LEI quiver with a couple of Koalas and enjoy wider wind range, smaller pack size, no pump and equitable performance.

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