In Focus: Nobile Kiteboarding 2018 Product Overview
Features / Thu 25th Jan, 2018 @ 1:30 pm
The first Nobile branded kiteboards were released in 2004 since then their products have been famous for their astonishing quality, performance, and shapes… and here it is, the Nobile Kiteboarding 2018 product overview.
Nobile Collection 2018 “Tribe and Futurism”
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50/Fifty
Tribe
This is a truly exceptional board and one of the best in Nobile’s history. It simply has no substitute, and other boards are just unable to compete with the 50/Fifty.
It has been created for extreme freestyle riding and is both easy to control and very dependable during landings. With the 50/Fifty we have achieved what our riders (who worked on the board’s construction together with the Nobile engineers) really cared and waited for: the perfect grip during carves and tricks, coupled with a massive pop, comfort, and safety during landing. The 50/fifty is also available in a women’s version, for more information about the 50/fifty WMN, please click here
For whom?
For advanced riders looking for a wakestyle, freestyle, and new school board. Specially designed for ripping in boots and straps.
Feature
- The pre-stressed Multichannel system guarantees stability in every situation.
- Carbon power belt keeps the rocker line during hard landings.
- Compatible with wakeboard bindings.
- Rocker line is perfect for all conditions on the water.
For more information about the 50/fifty, please click here
NHP
Tribe
The NHP is a top-class board in which all the Nobile technologies have been used. It is perfect for freestyle and big air, without compromising on comfort and upwind performance.
Owing to this unique Nobile technology, the board gains bigger torsion resistance which translates into fantastic upwind abilities and massive pop for jumps. Pre-Stress maintains energy within the board which, combined with perfectly chosen flex engineering, ensures low weight, responsiveness, and exceptionally soft landings.
For whom?
For advanced riders looking for an exceptional big air, freestyle board without compromising on comfort or upwind performance. Designed to ride with straps
Features
- Generous Rocker guarantees comfort in chop and exceptional board agility.
- The Double Concave is responsible for hard edging and staying on track.
- Top-quality glass fibers pressed in APS technology, combined with the wooden core, guarantee incredible pop and endurance.
- The asymmetric outline ensures great upwind and carving performance when riding switch.
- Elliptical Concave allows you to plane quickly and rides smoothly.
- Double Concave channels guarantee perfect traction and fantastic upwind performance.
For more information about the NHP 2018, please click here
2HD
Tribe
2HD (Double Hydrodynamic) is the fastest Nobile board.
It travels on the water like the fastest motorboat, and when you want to lift-off, it performs like a rocket. The unique bottom pattern of 2HD has been adjusted to make the water resistance as low as possible resulting in an extremely fast board which planes immediately.
For whom?
Riders wanting to break speed and big air records!
Features
- Super-fast and efficient freeride board for flat water
- Superior upwind abilities
- Rigid but comfortable flex pattern for balanced power
- Pop grower tech for massive jumps
- It’s all about speed
For more infomation about the 2HD 2018, please click here
T5
Tribe
Thanks to its perfect construction and reliability, T5 got into the PRO line.
It’s a very light board and its flex has been adjusted to perform well in all conditions. Big air and smooth landing become easy. The T5 is a great board with unique properties on the water.
For whom?
From beginners to advanced riders looking for an advanced freeride board with freestyle ambitions.
Features
- Wavy Channels System makes the board ride like it is on rails
- Improved pre-stress technology provides outstanding edge grip and pop, as well as strengthening the board’s reactivity
- Asymmetric outline facilitates curves and turns without any negative impact on upwind riding
For more information about the T5 2018, please click here
NBL
Tribe
The NBL is the classic, all-around Nobile board, inspired by the most advanced models. It is perfect for honing your skills. It lifts-off gently, carves perfectly and forgives mistakes.
NBL is offered in many sizes, giving you the chance to find the board to suit you in any given conditions. Moreover, the strengthened construction guarantees durability, making this board the most popular choice for kiteboarding schools.
For whom?
Entry level freeride board for enthusiasts beginning their kiteboarding adventure. Perfect for schools and as the first board after your kite course.
Features
- Extra sizes for perfect fit
- Reworked outline makes upwind riding easier
- Pre-stressed Elliptical Concave allows you to plane faster and gives you a smoother ride
- Durable “sandwich” construction lets you enjoy the ride for many years
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For more information about the NBL 2018, please click here
Flying Carpet
Tribe
This is the board that proves its worth on low-wind days. While creating it, we had one goal in our minds: it must possess all of the features and performance of a regular twin-tip board.
This board will be appreciated by anyone who rides on lakes, low-wind spots and in schools, as it is ideal for the first tacks. It will prove itself in all situations where the bigger riding surface is needed (so it is also a great board for bigger riders).
The Magic Carpet is also available in Flying Carpet Split, for more information about the Flying Carpet Split 2018, please click here
For whom?
For those who ride in lakes and in low-wind conditions, as well as for schools.
Features
- High-performance light-wind board
- APS technology maintains the right torsion
- Airlight core minimizes the board’s weight
- Dynamic asymmetric shape
For more information about the Flying Carpet 2018, please click here
Infinity Split
Tribe
The Infinity Split is a wave folding board you can transport in luggage that’s less than 92cm long.
It facilitates everyday transport of the board: by car, train or motorcycle, but most of all in airlines because you don’t need to pay any additional fees!
The Infinity Split has a very thin core which lets you put your feet very close to the water and, as a result, facilitates steering and board feel.
For whom?
For those who travel light!
Features
- “Sandwich” construction guarantees high resistance to damage
- The fin arrangement, combined with the board’s profile, allows exceptional upwind performance
- Third generation W-connection – lighter, stiffer and more durable
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For more information about the Infinity Split 2018, please click here
Skim
Tribe
No other board will give you as much fun when practicing skateboard-like tricks on the water.
When the wind stops blowing and you still want to play, this board is the perfect solution. Thanks to the Wavy Channels technology, the Skimboard is perfect for freestyle learning and for having fun on the water.
For whom?
For every kiter to play on small waves, perform strapless tricks and enjoy light wind conditions.
Features
- APS technology with small channels
- Directional shape for better maneuvers
- Lightweight construction perfect for freestyle tricks
For more information about the Skim 2018, please click here
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Nobile 2018 Foil Boards
Infinity Split Foil
Foil
This year we introduced the fourth generation of our W-Connection patented solution. The improved connection has been redesigned from scratch. Its shape has been changed completely, which resulted in a better distribution of the force.
The new shape allows precise connecting and comfortable disconnecting from the board. Some of the connection’s constructional elements have been reduced, while others have been replaced with durable composite. This has resulted in reduced weight, improved stiffness, and durability in connection points, as well as retaining the natural properties of the board, so the connection won’t impact the comfort during the ride.
Features
- Multifunctional board: hydrofoil/wave
- Easy to transport – split board
- Fin arrangement, combined with the board’s profile, allows exceptional upwind performance
- Fourth-generation W-Connection – new shape and new internal structure increase the durability of connection and improve the comfort during the ride
- CAP Construction
For more information about the Infinity Split Foil 2018, please click here
Skim Foil Board
Foil
This completely new Skim Foil board has a radically changed bottom shape and outline, as well as an internal structure.
We achieve a lower weight and better stiffness, which significantly improves wave riding quality. The board has a very thin core which lets you put your feet very close to the water or hydrofoil and, as a result, facilitates steering and board feel.
Features
- Multifunctional board: hydrofoil / freeride
- Possibility to attach standard kite fins
- Directional shape for better maneuvers
- Board can also let you practice freestyle tricks
For more information about the Skim Foil Board 2018, please click here
NHP Split
Futurism
There are many fantastic kiteboards, but only the Nobile Splitboard line lets you enjoy the freedom of traveling with a board wherever you want – whether by car, train or motorcycle. You just fold the board in two and pack it into the special Nobile bag.
The board doesn’t lose any of its properties when compared to classic kiteboard construction. This year we introduced the fourth generation of our W-Connection patented solution. The improved connection has been redesigned from scratch. Its shape has been changed completely, resulting in better distribution of the force.
Furthermore, a new shape allows precise connecting and comfortable disconnecting the board. Some of the connection’s constructional elements have been reduced, while others have been replaced with durable composite. This has resulted in reduced weight, improved stiffness, and durability at the connection points, as well as retaining the natural properties of the board, so the connection won’t impact comfort during the ride. The NHP Split is also available in Carbon; for more information about the NHP Carbon Split 2018, please click here
Features
- Additionally higher channels on tips, owing to which the ride is stable, the board curves better and you can ride with shorter fins.
- Fourth-generation W-Connection – new shape and new internal structure increase the durability of connection and improve the comfort during the ride.
- Generous rocker guarantees comfort on chop and exceptional board agility.
- Top-quality glass fibers pressed in APS technology, combined with the wooden core, guarantee incredible pop and endurance.
- The asymmetric outline ensures great upwind and carving performance while riding switch.
- Elliptical concave allows you to plane quickly and ride smoothly.
- Double Concave channels guarantee perfect traction and perfect upwind performance.
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For more information about the NHP Split 2018, please click here
NHP WMN
Futurism
NHP WMN is a top-class women’s board which includes all of Nobile’s best technology. Through continuous improvements and tests performed by our best female riders, we have managed to create this exceptional board designed for freestyle and big air without compromising on comfort and upwind performance.
For whom?
For advanced female riders looking for an exceptional, big air, freestyle board without compromising on comfort and upwind performance. Designed to ride with straps.
Features
- Generous rocker guarantees comfort on chop and exceptional board agility
- Double concave provides hard edging and keeps you on the track steadily
- Improved Pre-Stress technology promotes the outstanding edge grip, pop and
strengthens reactivity - Stance and flex adjusted to women’s needs
For more information about the NHP WMN 2018, please click here
Nobile Ocean Cruiser
Wave and Surf
We have released “Ocean Cruiser” to fill in our performance line of kite surfboards. We have designed this board to perform from shoulder high to overhead waves.
A full rocker board with a deep single to double concave, narrow nose and a balanced tail lift. This board is for serious wave conditions and will get the job done.
For more information about the Ocean Cruiser 2018, please click here
Nobile Waterflow
Wave and Surf
“Waterflow” is a well-tested kite surfboard in wave conditions from 1-5 ft. This board is to ride at least two inches shorter than your normal shortboard.
A single concave enable tighter turns, so it works great for the smaller waves too. Dedicated to someone that wants to start kitesurfing strapless and have this board as an all arounder.
For more information about the Waterflow 2018, please click here
Nobile Kiteboarding 2018 Kites Product Overview
50/Fifty
50/Fifty is the Superman of kites. It will do anything you want in the blink of an eye and is used by all Nobile pro-riders. We have combined the advantages of C-shape kites with complete, stiff bridling, thus getting the best features of both types of kite.
The 50/Fifty quickly generates huge power that remains during tricks and allows you to reduce the power immediately. It is also characterized by an immediate reaction to steering and an incredibly connected feeling on the bar. It is extremely stable and easy to relaunch and is very light which makes it fast, responsive and provides a wide wind range.
The innovations here are extra reinforcements and the new material – Double Ripstop Teijin – which has been tested in the most difficult conditions. It is super durable and resistant to mechanical damage, as well as climactic damage, such as that from salt water, high temperature, and sand.
What’s new
- New material – Double Ripstop Teijin, which has been tested in the most difficult conditions. It is super-durable and resistant to mechanical damage, as well as the unfavorable conditions, such as salt water, high temperature, and sand
- Modified canopy profile, in order to achieve the optimal performance
- Modified Leading Edge shape, making the kite more stable and having a better lower wind range
For more information about the 50/Fity 2018, please click here
T5
The Nobile T5 Kite is simply one of the best kites on the market. The idea was to design a stable, durable kite which ensures full control in all weather conditions. It is used by everyone from experienced kiters through to kiting schools. You can always count on it.
It is great in any conditions and is a favorite for fans of wave riding, where the steering simplicity and the kite’s stability matter.
This year we have introduced additional reinforcements and a new canopy material – Double Ripstop Teijin, which has been tested in the most difficult conditions. It is super-durable and resistant to mechanical damage, as well as climatic conditions, such as salt water, high temperature, and sand. This kite will serve you for many years.
For more information about the T5 2018, please click here
NO. 1
Nobile No.1 is a professional kite designed for helping beginners to learn about all aspects of kite flying.
It has all the features of a standard water kite, so allows beginners to learn all kite maneuvers, including power regulation and emergency systems. The small surface area makes this training kite easy to fly and very user-friendly.
For more information about the No.1 2018, please click here
Mr. Big
Mr. Big is the biggest kite in the Nobile collection and, as you would expect, has been built to withstand low-wind conditions.
Our engineers have managed to design a kite which, despite its great size, doesn’t lose the agility, quickness and steering responsiveness of a smaller kite. It has a specific shape – flattened in the middle part – which enables it to find power in lower winds and you can ride it upwind and perform your tricks.
For more information about Mr.Big 2018, 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.
