In Focus: Ride Engine 2017 Product Overview: Wetsuits & Harnesses
Features / Fri 18th Nov, 2016 @ 3:00 pm
Ride Engine, famous amongst kiteboarders for their custom made harnesses expanded their business last year to include harnesses for the masses along with some impressive wetsuits. The revolutionary Armor Harness has come a long way and has evolved into two game changing harness series, the Elite and the Hex Core series. Their wetsuits will have you in awe too with their Smartstretch neoprene. Lets take a look at the 2017 Ride Engine collection!
Wetsuits
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Apoc 5/4 Hooded Full Suit Front Zip
Enjoy longer, warmer and more comfortable cold-water sessions with Ride Engine’s hooded, fleece-lined, front zip 5/4 Apoc. This winter wetsuit has been created with a meticulous attention to detail, using superior limestone-based SmartStretch neoprene, heat-retaining poly fleece lining, liquid rubber seams and strategic stitching technology. Don’t take chances with such a critical piece of equipment; with this suit you’ll enter the water with the confidence of knowing you’re covered by the very best.
• Enjoy freedom of movement, less restriction with a better fitting suit
• Comfortable, flexible, durable SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Superior temperature control with internal poly-fleece liner in critical areas
• Easy entry/exit, superior flush protection with front-zip access and pullover neck gasket
• Eliminate cold water “shock” and seam leaking with flexible and durable liquid rubber seams
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout.
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Apoc 4/3 Front Zip Full
Play comfortably in all conditions with Ride Engine’s 4/3 Apoc front zip. This suit offers the perfect combination of insulation and protection with flexibility and freedom of movement. The Apoc 4/3 is the go-to choice when you need a wetsuit for a range of conditions and temperatures but a full-blown winter suit is overkill. A fleece lined interior provides added warmth and comfort, while liquid rubber seams, an interior pull-over neck gasket, strategic stitching layout and superior limestone-based neoprene all contribute to this suit’s high-performance payout.
• Enjoy freedom of movement, less restriction with a better fitting suit
• Comfortable, flexible, durable SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Easy entry/exit, superior flush protection with front-zip access and pullover neck gasket
• Superior temperature control with internal poly-fleece liner in critical areas
• Eliminate cold water “shock” and seam leaking with flexible and durable liquid rubber seams
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout.
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Silo 4/3 Back Zip Full
Play comfortably in all conditions with Ride Engine’s 4/3 Silo back zip. This suit offers the perfect combination of insulation and protection with flexibility and freedom of movement. The Silo 4/3 is the go-to choice when you need a wetsuit for a range of conditions and temperatures but a full-blown winter suit is overkill. A fleece lined interior provides added warmth and comfort, while liquid rubber seams, an interior pull-over neck gasket, strategic stitching layout and superior limestone-based neoprene all contribute to this suit’s high-performance payout.
• Easy entry/exit, seamless chest panel with back-zip design
• Enjoy freedom of movement, less restriction with a better fitting suit
• More comfortable, more flexible, more durable SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Superior temperature control with internal poly-fleece liner in critical areas
• Eliminate cold water “shock” and seam leaking with flexible and durable liquid rubber seams
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Apoc 3/2 Front Zip Full
For a spring suit so comfortable you’ll hardly know you’re wearing it, get wet with the Apoc 3/2. This is the ideal choice for the shoulder season, when water temperatures are cold enough to warrant full coverage but air temperatures are warm enough that a thicker, fleece-lined suit is overkill. You’ll enjoy longer sessions with less restriction and more energy thanks to the freedom of movement Ride Engine’s SmartStretch limestone-based neoprene and strategic stitching layout provides.
• Light, comfortable, flexible suit, superior fit and less restriction
• Great option for a range of water and weather conditions
• Easy entry/exit, superior flush protection with front-zip access and pullover neck gasket
• Feel good, perform great with SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout.
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Silo 3/2 Back Zip Full
For a spring suit so comfortable you’ll hardly know you’re wearing it, get wet with the Silo 3/2. This is the ideal choice for the shoulder season, when water temperatures are cold enough to warrant full coverage but air temperatures are warm enough that a thicker, fleece-lined suit is overkill. You’ll enjoy longer sessions with less restriction and more energy thanks to the freedom of movement Ride Engine’s SmartStretch limestone-based neoprene and strategic stitching layout provides.
• Light, comfortable, flexible suit, superior fit and less restriction
• Great option for a range of water and weather conditions
• Easy entry/exit, seamless chest panel with back-zip design
• Feel good, perform great with SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout.
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Apoc Shorty Long Sleeve Front Zip 2/2
The Apoc 2/2 shorty is a suit you can wear all day long. Whether you need a little extra warmth for marathon sessions, protection from the sun, sand and wind or extra buoyancy and impact protection, this is a suit you can put on before your session and forget about the rest of the day. Offered in short and long sleeve versions, this front-zip suit is light, flexible and incredibly comfortable. Regardless of the temperature, for anyone who spends long days playing in the elements, this is a vital piece of equipment.
• Protects you from the sun, sand, wind and elements
• Light, comfortable, flexible suit, superior fit and less restriction
• Easy entry/exit, superior flush protection with front-zip access and pullover neck gasket
• Feel good, perform great with SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout.
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Apoc Shorty Short Sleeve Front Zip 2/2
The Apoc 2/2 shorty is a suit you can wear all day long. Whether you need a little extra warmth for marathon sessions, protection from the sun, sand and wind or extra buoyancy and impact protection, this is a suit you can put on before your session and forget about the rest of the day. Offered in short and long sleeve versions, this front-zip suit is light, flexible and incredibly comfortable. Regardless of the temperature, for anyone who spends long days playing in the elements, this is a vital piece of equipment.
• Protects you from the sun, sand, wind and elements
• Light, comfortable, flexible suit, superior fit and less restriction
• Easy entry/exit, superior flush protection with front-zip access and pullover neck gasket
• Feel good, perform great with SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout.
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Women’s Elara Full Suit Back Zip 4/3
Play comfortably in all conditions with Ride Engine’s 4/3 Elara back zip. This suit is designed specifically around the female figure and offers the perfect combination of insulation and protection with flexibility and freedom of movement. The Elara 4/3 is the go-to choice when you need a wetsuit that will keep you warm and comfortable in a range of conditions. A fleece lined interior provides added warmth and comfort, while liquid rubber seams, an interior pull-over neck gasket, strategic stitching layout and superior limestone-based neoprene all contribute to this suit’s high-performance payout.
• Easy entry/exit, seamless chest panel with back-zip design
• Enjoy freedom of movement, less restriction with a better fitting suit
• More comfortable, more flexible, more durable SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Superior temperature control with internal poly-fleece liner in critical areas
• Eliminate cold water “shock” and seam leaking with flexible and durable liquid rubber seams
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Women’s Elara Back Zip Full 3/2
For a spring suit so comfortable you’ll hardly know you’re wearing it, get wet with the Elara 3/2. This is the ideal choice for the shoulder season, when water temperatures are cold enough to warrant full coverage but air temperatures are warm enough that the thickest suit in our lineup is overkill. You’ll enjoy longer sessions with less restriction and more energy thanks to Ride Engine’s SmartStretch limestone-based neoprene. A fleece-lined chest panel add extra warmth and heat retention at the core.
• Light, comfortable, flexible suit, superior fit and less restriction
• Great option for a range of water and weather conditions
• Easy entry/exit, seamless chest panel with back-zip design
• Feel good, perform great with SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Women’s Almar Booty Shorty Long Sleeve Front Zip 2/2
The Almar 2/2 shorty is a suit you can wear all day long. Whether you need a little extra warmth for marathon sessions, protection from the sun, sand and wind or extra buoyancy and impact protection, this is a suit you can put on before your session and forget about the rest of the day. Offered in standard cut back zip and bootie cut frong zip, this long sleeve suit is light, flexible and incredibly comfortable. Regardless of the temperature, for anyone who spends long days playing in the elements, this is a vital piece of equipment.
• Protects you from the sun, sand, wind and elements
• Light, comfortable, flexible suit, superior fit and less restriction
• Easy entry/exit, comfortable female fit
• Feel good, perform great with SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout.
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Women’s Almar Shorty Long Sleeve Back Zip 2/2
The Almar 2/2 shorty is a suit you can wear all day long. Whether you need a little extra warmth for marathon sessions, protection from the sun, sand and wind or extra buoyancy and impact protection, this is a suit you can put on before your session and forget about the rest of the day. Offered in standard cut back zip and bootie cut front zip, this long sleeve suit is light, flexible and incredibly comfortable. Regardless of the temperature, for anyone who spends long days playing in the elements, this is a vital piece of equipment.
• Protects you from the sun, sand, wind and elements
• Light, comfortable, flexible suit, superior fit and less restriction
• Easy entry/exit, comfortable female fit
• Feel good, perform great with SmartStretch limestone neoprene
• Don’t be held back; express yourself fully with increased range of motion thanks to strategic stitching layout
• Our suits match your values: No petroleum, no toxic hydrophobic coatings, no regrets
Harnesses
Elite Carbon Harness
The magic lies in Ride Engine’s innovative hard-shell design that locks firmly into your lumbar and spreads load evenly across your back and sides. Based on hundreds of custom moulds taken from riders’ backs, the shell provides unrivalled ergonomics and allows for a low-profile, high-performance fit that will literally change your entire kiteboarding experience.
The Elite Series harness features a super stiff and light weight carbon fiber shell that the rest of the harness is built around. For those who want the very best in high-performance materials and construction, this is the harness for you. When compared to the Hex Core model, the Carbon Elite is slightly stiffer, lighter and more durable.
2017 Updates:
• Improved waist belt with reworked spreader bar integration system
• Upgraded backplate stitching for increased durability
• Neoprene added to the interior of the waistbelt for added comfort and cushion
• Kite knife pocket added
• New sizes added: XS through XXL now available
Features:
• Hard-shell construction
• Precision fit
• Lumbar Lock
• Low profile
• Fusion foam
• Integrated waist belt
• Speed-loop closure
• Kite knife pouch
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Hex Core Harness
The magic lies in Ride Engine’s innovative hard-shell design that locks firmly into your lumbar and spreads load evenly across your back and sides. Based on hundreds of custom moulds taken from riders’ backs, the shell provides unrivalled ergonomics and allows for a low-profile, high-performance fit that will literally change your entire kiteboarding experience.
The Hex Core model is made from injection honeycomb core technology. This creates the super strong but light weight shell that the rest of the harness is built around. When compared to the Carbon Elite model, the Hex Core is slightly more flexible. For freestyle and unhooked riding, pair the Hex Core harness with our standard fixed-hook spreader bar. For surfing and general hooked-in freeriding, pair it with our metal or carbon slider bar.
2017 Updates:
• Improved waist belt with reworked spreader bar integration system
• Upgraded backplate stitching for increased durability
• Neoprene added to the interior of the waistbelt for added comfort and cushion
• Kite knife pocket added
• New sizes added: XS through XXL now available
Features:
• Hard-shell construction
• Precision fit
• Lumbar Lock
• Low profile
• Fusion foam
• Integrated waist belt
• Speed-loop closure
• Kite knife pouch
Available in Sea Engine Green, Space Grape, Iridium Red, Gun Metal Grey and Yellow colours.
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By Georgina Monti
Georgina Monti is an enthusiastic kitesurfer from England, who spends most of her time escaping to the Caribbean for the perfect wind and waves.
