In Focus: Eleveight 2022 Product Overview
Features / Wed 18th Aug, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Eleveight kites are built with innovation and quality workmanship. Details are strategically designed for long-lasting durability while keeping the kite light and agile. Their 2022 lineup is impressive, including their new Quick-Matic V2, Wing Foil range, the Evolve range and more – we’ve got it all right here!
2022 Kites
RS V5
A highly versatile delta-hybrid powerhouse, the RS is designed for limitless freeride performance with distinctive surf and freestyle characteristics.
The RS is an all-round powerhouse designed to tame any storm, boost massive airs, and master any spot. High-performance versatility made it our best selling kite, getting freeriders instantly psyched, even when chasing waves or popping freestyle tricks. In addition, the aerodynamic delta-hybrid design delivers exceptional efficiency meaning most RS riders will be content with a quiver of just two kites to cover the entire wind range.
The construction features a medium to a high aspect ratio with a huge angle-of-attack, giving the RS extra grunt making it particularly powerful. Combined with its dynamic speed, it truly stands out when going for massive airs, generating bags of hangtime and thrilling forward momentum when kite looping.
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Packed with nifty features, the RS swiftly travels upwind no matter how gusty the conditions or choppy the waters and is accessible to riders of all levels thanks to the enhanced direct feel. The redesigned frame structure and new load seam also support the canopy for extra stability. V5 is lighter in weight, but the modified wingtips deliver more direct turning and bar feedback without too much pressure. With fast flight and turning characteristics, the RS quickly responds to steering impulses with a constant power development in all wind conditions.
If you want to get psyched in seconds, try the new RS!
Features
- Three-strut delta-hybrid freeride kite with a precision direct feel
- Versatile performance tailor-made to suit all riding styles
- Ultra-stable construction efficient in any condition
- Designed to cover a massive wind range with easy upwind travel
- Precise, fast, and smooth turning characteristics
For more information on Eleveight’s RS V5, please click here.
XS V2
Breaking Big Air boundaries, the XS has an extreme boost that takes even the most demanding adrenaline addicts to new levels.
It’s time to think BIG, and the new XS will rocket you to the moon breaking new boundaries in Big Air. Created for the needs of adrenalin junkies wanting a weapon to hit full send, the XS delivers raw power to the most extreme radical moves. The XS is as grunty as it gets due to the sophisticated delta hybrid design with a high aspect ratio. The new span specifics also deliver an increased massive Angle of Attack, balancing the power and handling. A flatter arc has enhanced efficiency and hangtime, and riders will also notice more direct turning and bar feedback, as well as a reduced bar pressure feel. Intuitive to steer and extremely responsive, you’ll perfect your timing for takeoff ready to fly.
This kite is a tool for hardcore riders and Arthur Guillebert’s weapon of choice chasing storms. Commit to pulling your backhand, sheet in, pop, and you are catapulted into the sky with a forward momentum that delivers the most powerful megaloops.
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Thanks to the extended hang time, the XS is perfect for old school hooked-in tricks but allows easy upwind travel to get you back in the zone fast. In less than perfect conditions, the XS has fantastic low-end performance with a wide sweet spot that comes in handy and assists progressing riders. We put a lot of work into the aerodynamics, creating the perfect sweep of wingtips and canopy curves. The new 2 step force transition on the tips also ensures harmonic power development.
The ultra-sturdy five-strut frame is now lighter yet withstands the extreme forces of radical big airs and delivers stability in all situations. Surprisingly versatile, our team riders were blown away by its performance in other disciplines, and freeriders will love how the XS can also handle freestyle and waves alike.
The new XS is Big Air’s best friend and a must-have in any radical freerider’s quiver.
Features
- Delta hybrid five-strut design for a serious Big Air adrenaline boost
- Explosive lift and extra-long hangtime
- Massive grunt in all wind conditions for freeride versatility
- Bombproof construction provides ultra durability with maximum stability
- Rapid yet controllable flight characteristics with direct feedback
For more information on Eleveight’s XS V2, please click here.
WS V5
The WS is the choice of avid wave seekers who perform the most challenging manoeuvres and need a kite that syncs to their rhythm.
The WS is your ticket to the green room where riding waves has never been more accessible and fun. Its outstanding performance allows you to catch any wave with ease and automatically switches to auto-pilot just as soon as you drop in. In addition, version 5 of our dedicated surf kite turns tighter without the need for force as the shorter bridle trim gives a reduced bar pressure feel.
The Open-C hybrid three strut design provides power right when needed, and the new canopy load seam supports the profile to ensure stability. A weight reduction this year also helps to ensure that you’ll drift unobtrusively down the line when riding the face of a wave.
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The WS has exceptionally swift pivotal turning characteristics that enable you to pinwheel the kite without being ripped off the board. Automatically synchronizing with your surfing manoeuvres allows you to hack the lip with extreme force, throwing massive spray, or make smooth flowing carves. The huge wind range adds to its accessibility making it a favourite for freeriders and foil addicts alike.
The canopy curve provides optimum load distribution, which expands the wind range, and the new 2 step force transition on the tips allows for constant power development. The redesigned frame structure between the inflatable parts and the ripstop also optimizes the load transition for improved stability and durability. Wave riders love the light yet direct bar pressure and the speed at which the WS flies. The medium sweep in the wingtips gives a great low-end performance, and its aerodynamic design reduces flutter giving you a performance kite with the greatest longevity.
No matter the swell, the WS will make sure you’re ripping your best out on the water.
Features
- Three-strut Open-C Hybrid performance kite for wave, foil and freeriding
- Stable downwind drift and light bar pressure for carefree surfing
- Rapid turning characteristics pivoting smoothly and tightly
- Medium aspect ratio ensures enormous wind range and low-end performance
- The light bar pressure for single hand control and optimum surf experience
For more information on Eleveight’s WS V5, please click here.
OS V3
Advancing the boundaries of light wind performance, the OS allows you to take off in a slight breeze making it the top choice for all foil riders.
Experience pure happiness in light winds with the OS dedicated foil and freeride kite. Discover a whole new world of kiteboarding under 10 knots, and achieve outstanding performance with V3 of our feather-light Open-C kite design. The OS is easy to tame with outstanding agility, direct control, and stability, and the steering is well-defined and precise. The power deployment is astonishingly smooth even when looping the kite during transitions and switching stance. The fluid movements in the sky naturally transfer to the rider, and the improved projected area has further increased efficiency.
For V3, we’ve fine-tuned the bridles to enhance the stability, and the kite will also perform well in stronger winds and gusts. Thinner LE tips have decreased the risk of bridle wrap, and lighter bladder material has resulted in a weight reduction across all sizes. Our ongoing technical development has produced a kite that’s more agile, sturdier and even lighter than ever before.
Add the OS to your quiver and take off in any breeze.
Features
- One strut mid-swept hybrid design for foiling and freeriding
- Highly efficient and stable performance kite with dynamic turning speed
- The optimized aspect ratio for superior light wind performance
- Backstall and bridle wrap proof with automatic relaunch characteristics
- Feather-light yet ultra-durable quality design
For more information on Eleveight’s OS V3, please click here.
PS V5
Gentle and durable with nifty features, the PS will boost skill progression and maximize fun on the water for freeriders and kite schools alike.
This latest version of our gentle power-beast maintains its stability and responsiveness by using Japan’s finest cloth, the state-of-the-art X4 Ripstop canopy made by Teijin Techno Force™. It enhances the longevity of the kite while counteracting canopy stretch, meaning the kite will stand rock-solid in the sky, patiently waiting for steering impulses.
By shaving off the unnecessary weight, we achieved improved agility. This makes the PS soar fast while keeping it entirely controllable. Our new trailing edge with smart load-diffusers and the decreased strut diameter also means a leap in the kite’s overall performance. In addition, the fresh bridle concept has better pulley placements, making the PS’s flight characteristics more precise with renewed direct bar feedback.
With the countless safety features, such as our industry-leading bridle deflectors, the incredible relaunch characteristics that are genuinely “automatic,” and the sheer endless power, the PS is the perfect package for any rider looking for a steep rise in progression. It is also a sensible choice for those seeking a crash-resistant jack-of-all-trades-kite for care-free riding with amazing hangtime and boosting characteristics.
The PS has been sparking kite addiction since 2017.
Features
- Swept three-strut hybrid design for rapid progression and fun sessions
- Huge wind range with amazing upwind performance
- Innovative safety features and automatic relaunch for carefree riding
- Reinforced heavy-duty build quality for extra strength
- Ultra-stable with forgiving flying characteristics
For more information on Eleveight’s PS V5, please click here.
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Control Systems
CS Vary Bar Plus
The CS Vary Bar Plus has been redesigned for optimum safety and performance, uniting leading industry features in one variable yet ultra-intuitive system.
Delivering optimum safety together with our highest performance features, the new Control Series Vary Bar Plus is fine-tuned for the most precise control of all Eleveight kites. With over 2 years of development, our completely redesigned Quick Matic system has a new style donkey stick and chicken loop for intuitive safety and control. In addition, the red line swivel below the Quick Release will also untwist the red line for tangle-free usage.
The introduction of a new covered single depower line has also reduced friction to minimise wear. In addition, the depower line now features a strong double layer inner core made from spliced 100% Spectra, and the red safety line is more tightly braided to enhance durability further. New reinforced pigtails also ensure a stronger, more durable connection, and for enhanced performance, we went with a low V and the highest quality thermo-coated lines from Germany. They counteract stretch, ensuring excellent responsiveness and direct control.
The CS+ features some of the most advanced and elaborate features in the industry while being extremely user-friendly. In the process of taking this bar to the next level, we followed two key principles: “Safety by Simplicity” and “Performance by Design”. As a result, any rider instantly understands the layout and can naturally operate the system, even in high-stress situations. As a result, the CS Vary Plus is the ultimate performance bar that’s simple yet takes safety and control to new heights.
For more information on Eleveight’s CS Vary plus, please click here.
CS Vary Bar
The CS Vary bar combines the highest safety standards and leading performance features in one variable yet ultra-intuitive system.
The four-line CS Vary bar is fine-tuned to work with the complete Eleveight kite range. Safety, control, and comfort are united in one easy to use the intuitive system. New for V4 is redesigned bar ends and floaters for a better fit as well as line protection. The red safety line is also more tightly braided to increased longevity, and the pigtails are stronger for a more durable connection. The new reinforced EVA grip additionally reduces wear and tear. The CS has a single front line safety system, and the Quick Matic release aces all international safety tests and standards by clicking in to lock or pushing away to release. Variable bar ends allow you to adjust the bar width in a matter of seconds, and the design is slick to reduce strain on the hands.
Germany’s low V and highest quality thermo-coated lines enhance reactivity and ensure direct control, and a swivel keeps your red line tangle-free. In addition, the single depower line is wear-and-tear resistant and comes with a strong inner core and a spliced Spectra coating that reduces friction and extends durability.
The CS Vary elevates safety and control to new heights.
For more information on Eleveight’s CS Vary, please click here.
Eleveight 2022 Twintips
The Commander
Loaded with the latest high-tech materials dedicated for pure freestyle-performance, the Commander raises the bar of what’s possible on the water and in the air.
Made for radical manoeuvres and insane technical freestyle tricks, the Commander delivers the second the board touches the water. Leaving no room for error, the construction is designed with a combination of performance-tech materials and craftsmanship that give it’s secret to success. So naturally, Arthur Guillebert, our lead tester, renowned freestyler and big air prodigy, has selected the Commander as his board of choice.
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Driven by our relentless passion for kiteboarding and technology, V3 is packed with innovations, including a wider CFT stringer for an insanely responsive rebound flex. The Parabolic Rails add more grip with better upwind ability. The bevelled rails optimize flex, giving more speed and an easy release, and the advanced flex pattern allows the rider to hold the edge much longer than with any other board. Harnessing this power, the board’s incredible release allows for maximum pop, and the Double Torsion Diffuser cushions easy landings.
The Commander carries the essence of freestyle kiteboarding.
Features
- High-performance freestyle twintip for hardcore manoeuvres
- Medium to hard flex for immediate board control
- Multi-channel bottom design for ultimate grip
- Triax Carbon Composite stringer for optimized flex and durability
- Double Torsion Diffuser on tips for more pop and easy landings
For more information on Eleveight’s Commander V3, please click here.
The Process
An ultra-fun performance freeride board, the Process is your best friend even in challenging conditions.
The Process is an advanced performance freeride board shaped with the latest high-tech materials that make riding feel like magic. It provides grip in strong gusts, early planing when the wind is just a breeze, and cushions the most vicious chop, making all conditions fun. Riding upwind is a natural feature of the board, as we constructed a rocker line that allows the rider to start in a light breeze and reach optimum speed for takeoff. Release the edge, and the Process jumps exceptionally well, making it a favourite for hangtime addicts who want to go big. It’s both ultra-playful and dynamic to ride, yet progressing riders still find it easy to control.
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Version 5 of the Process uses new ABS rail material to enhance impact resistance. When paired with the 3D Paulownia wood core, it delivers an outstanding flex pattern that is comfortable to the knees. The Parabolic Rail Shape (PRS) design improves the grip and upwind abilities, and the behaviour in chop tremendously reduces spray. The 50 mm carbon stringer smoothes landings, and the decreased thickness in the tips creates the best linear flex, enabling highly responsive riding characteristics. The unique enhanced features of the Process continue to make it wildly popular amongst kitesurfers the world over.
Features
- High-performance freeride twintip with game-changing flex
- Parabolic (PRS) rails for grip, upwind ability and higher impact resistance
- Reinforced with a 50mm carbon stringer for smooth landings and superior carving
- Progressive channel design for exceptional control in high speeds
- Equipped with Airgo3 pads and straps and 45mm G10 fins
For more information on Eleveight’s Process V5, please click here.
The Process C+
Full carbon made with the latest performance-tech materials, the Process C+ is ultra-dynamic and responsive, ideal for aggressive boosts and powerful carves.
A highly advanced full carbon big brother to the Process, we packed the Process C+ with construction enhancements making it a favourite for performance freeriders. While the outline and shape are identical, the standout features are in the construction on the inside. The fine-tuned 3D Paulownia wood core is entirely covered with a premium layer of Biax Carbon. By fusing the low-density wood with the feather-light carbon, we created an incredible performance flex pattern that is slightly stiffer, allowing the rider to hold the edge longer, fully loading up the board to boost aggressively. When timed well, the Process C+ acts like a catapult, slinging its rider into great heights, yet it’s also fun to carve and performs well in all conditions.
The C+ features our highly innovative PRS technology, a parabolic tucked-under-rail shape design that cuts through chop, enhances speed and ease of upwind travel. The smooth rocker outline planes exceptionally early, while the sophisticated channel layout provides grip and control in fierce gusts and howling storms. To ensure the perfect linear flex between the centre and the rails, we kept the thickness of the tips slender. The result is faster turning speed and added responsiveness.
No matter the conditions, the Process C+ is a premium ultra-dynamic and playful ride.
Features
- Full carbon high-performance freeride twin tip with progressive flex
- Innovative parabolic rail shape for better rail grip and upwind ability
- Progressive channel design for exceptional control in high speeds
- Ultra-light carbon construction for powerful riding
- Equipped with Airgo3 pads and straps and 45mm G10 fins
For more information on Eleveight’s Process C+ V2, please click here.
Revo Grab Handle
Fine-tune your twintip ‘on the fly’ with the innovative REVO grab handle customising rocker and flex with a simple twist of the hand.
The REVO is a complete innovation to the kiteboarding scene. Never before has one small accessory had the power to change the performance parameters of your twintip.
Easy to assemble on any Eleveight board, the rocker and flex can be altered mid-session specifically to suit the conditions you’re in. Simply twist the handle to switch up your ride for a more dynamic feel, or decide to cruise more comfortably – it’s up to you.
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Using a system that’s as simple to assemble as a lightweight grab handle, your board can access two modes with specific riding parameters. The passive mode maintains a standard rocker with normal flex, ideal for speed, carving, comfort and pop. At the same time, the active mode changes the dynamics to give less rocker and flex for early planning, greater upwind ability and performs better in light wind.
The REVO will let you finetune your ride mid-session breaking new performance limits via one easy to use accessory.
Features
- Fine-tune your board ‘on the fly.’
- Customise Twin Tip Flex and Rocker for any condition
- Adjust between modes with a simple turn of the handle
- Innovative and light construction
- Easy to assemble
For more information on Eleveight’s Revo Grab Handle, please click here.
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Wingfoil Range
WFS – Wingfoil Series V2
Exceptional aerodynamics and performance for all riding styles, with easy handling that will give you maximum water time in any condition.
The new WFS echoes the excitement for this new sport and takes beginners through to experts with its unique versatility suited to all riding styles and levels. Aerodynamically engineered for efficiency, the well balanced V-shape of the wing ensures the tips won’t touch the water nor drag you down.
New for V2 is the addition of the CS Wing bar, the perfect cockpit for a comfortable and direct ride. The intuitive hand position will now limit fatigue and extend your session time. The bar also offers greater stability and better power control for foiling in all conditions.
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The WFS has a high volume leading edge that supplies a stiff frame and optimum canopy tension. Yet, the whole construction is extremely light and ultra-durable, thanks to the use of superior materials. You’ll find the WFS is stable with the easy upwind ability and offers outstanding downwind drift. Ride waves undisturbed with single or even freehand control for that ultimate surf feeling, and spot the next in the line up through the window panel, ensuring an unobstructed view. All you need to do is fasten the included wrist leash, sheet in the sail, and start riding. V2 is the result of continued and extensive research and development, together with rigid testing. As a result, the wing has trusted build quality, covers a tremendous wind range and has exceptional low wind performance.
The WFS is performance engineered for the needs of wing riders looking to take the sport to the next level.
Features
- One strut performance freeride wing
- Suitable for all riding levels and disciplines
- Rigid frame geometry for direct handling and direct power
- Lightweight with very neutral drift and easy depower
- CS Wing Bar for intuitive hand positioning and easy handling
For more information on Eleveight’s WFS V2, please click here.
Evolve
Compact and dedicated to wing foiling, the Evolve board maximises your session with an easy take-off then balance and stability once riding.
Meet the Evolve range; our new compact board developed specifically for wing foiling with a wide range of volume choices suitable for all levels.
Available in 4 sizes, the short and wide platform is shaped to distribute the volume allowing for easy take-offs and offers a balanced board feel once on the foil. The 5.8 and 5.2 are the bigger sizes in the range suitable for beginners and heavier riders in need of a board with more volume. The construction is made for easy glide and planning with maximum stability. The more compact smaller sizes are optimized for intermediates giving a more dynamic and playful ride highly suited to wave and freeride conditions.
At heart, the light EPS Core is surrounded by composite sandwich construction with a full carbon layer both top and bottom to ensure the Evolve is lightweight yet has maximum durability. Bevelled rails make touchdowns smoother, and narrowing them optimises your carving ability. The double concave shaped to a flat bottom offers soft landings as well as early planning, and the included full deck pad with tail kicker keeps your grip secure. The Evolve is fully adjustable to suit your riding stance with a 2 x 4 track mount system for easy foil position tweaks offering 90mm lateral spacing. Various foot strap options are also achievable via a double front foot strap.
Wing foilers of any level will enjoy the compact size and enhanced features of the Evolve that will take this new sport to the next level.
Features
- Dedicated board range for wing foilers
- Compact shape for enhanced stability and volume distribution
- Light Carbon CVC construction optimized for wing foiling
- 2 x 4 track mount system for adjustable foil positioning
- Durable block inserts for multiple foot strap options
For more information on Eleveight’s Evolve, please click here.
HXS 950
The go-to Hydrofoil for kite foilers or experienced wing foilers looking for manoeuvrability and a fun crossover freeride feel.
We developed our new precision HXS Hydrofoil Series to crossover riding styles for full freeride performance. The 950 is the ideal size for kite foiling, or once you get more experienced with a Wing and seek its exceptional carving ability and speed.
The Carbon front and back wings offer maximum durability paired against the stainless hardware, built for outstanding performance. The mast and fuselage feature an anodized aero-grade alloy construction giving an optimal ratio between strength and weight. All components benefit from Quick-Connect-Technology that will get you to the water faster, and a handy travel bag comes included for maximum protection between sessions.
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Choose your wing size, connect and glide, whatever your foiling style.
Features
- Highly versatile crossover freeride foil
- Carbon front and back wings for outstanding performance
- Early Lift, easy glide and incredible stability
- 90 cm mast for the maximum carving ability
- Quick-Connect-Technology and includes a travel bag
For more information on Eleveight’s HXS 950, please click here.
HXS 1200-1950
Dedicated Wing Foilers will love the early lift and glide as well as the stable performance from our larger wing range.
We developed our new precision HXS Hydrofoil Series to crossover riding styles for full freeride performance. In addition, the larger-sized 1200-1950 wings in the range are dedicated to Wing Foiling, where riders will benefit from the intuitive lift and stability they deliver.
The Carbon front and back wings offer maximum durability paired against the stainless hardware, built for outstanding performance. The mast and fuselage feature an anodized aero-grade alloy construction giving an optimal ratio between strength and weight. All components benefit from Quick-Connect-Technology that will get you to the water faster, and a handy travel bag comes included for maximum protection between sessions.
Choose your wing size, connect and glide, whatever your foiling style.
Features
- Dedicated Hydrofoil range for Wing Foiling
- Carbon front and back wings for outstanding performance
- Early Lift, easy glide and incredible stability
- 75 cm mast for the maximum carving ability
- Quick-Connect-Technology and includes a travel bag
For more information on Eleveight’s HXS 1200-1950, please click here.
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By Jen Tyler
Italian/Egyptian Jen Tyler grew up on the sandy beaches of the Red Sea and has been on the IKSURFMAG & Tonic Mag team since 2017.
