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Ozone Vortex Ultra-X Kitesurf Kite
Ozone Vortex Ultra X Comet Ozone presents its new high-performance big air kite: the Ozone Vortex Ultra-X. With the new Vortex Ultra X kite, Ozone now also enters the field of the Aluula kite segment. The Ozone Vortex Ultra X offers new school performance...- From €2.329,00
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Naish Nvision 2024 Kitesurf Pivot Kite
The Naish pivot in the construction of NVision AluulaThe latest addition to the Naish kite line is the Naish Pivot NVision kite. N-Vision is a new design concept from Naish where only the highest performance materials are used to manufacture a kite or a...- From €2.599,00
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Naish Kitesurf Pivot 2024 Kite
¡Renovated and lighter Naish Pivot 2024 to achieve the best performance ever seen!The Naish Pivot is the most iconic kite in the Naish range and is a must-have for 2024. Naish, along with the team riders, including Ewan Jaspan, are excited about the new...- From €1.349,00
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Slingshot Kitesurf Machine V2 2023
Comet Slingshot Machine V2 2023 High-performance big air kite from Slingshot The Slingshot Machine V2 2023 kite was built by Slingshot to give riders of all levels the ability to effortlessly boost and make an extra effort to help surpass their personal best. The Slingshot...- From €1.395,99
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Ozone Kitesurf Edge V12 Kite
Comet Ozone Edge V12 Large super easy and powerful air machine from Ozone The Ozone Edge V12 kite is a true evolution compared to its predecessor. It remains the kite for long kitesurfing sessions with incredible speed, height, and air with enough power. Incredible lift...- From €1.639,00
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Kite Kitesurf Trigger 2023 F-One
The F-one Trigger 2023 is a completely new kite from F-one with which they want to compete in the segment of kites for spectacular jumps. The F-one Trigger is designed for nothing more than jumping as high as possible, floating for as long as...- €1.049,00
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Cabrinha DRIFTER 2024 Kitesurf Kite
The Cabrinha Drifter 2024 kite has become a legend in the world of wave kites. The Drifter provides just the right amount of pressure on the bar to feel where the kite is while allowing you to steer it with just the tips of...- From €1.424,00
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XR7 CORE Kitesurf Kite
The Core XR has always been a high-performance kite for freeride and big air. The new Core XR7 is no different: the kite feels fresh, yet familiar! Therefore, the XR7 is suitable for anyone, from kite beginners making their first meters to big air...- From €1.462,00
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XR7 LW CORE Kitesurf Kite
CORE XR7 Your aerial adventure starts now. HIGH PERFORMANCE FREERIDE+ GRAND AIR | FREE STYLE | WAVE Now is a good time to take your queen(s) out of the hangar and start planning your next mission in an XR7. Gain your wings with the...- From €2.061,00
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Nitro APEX 2024 Cabrinha Kitesurf Kite
The Cabrinha Nitro Apex Kite is designed for true big air riders. This 5-strut kite is the ultimate companion when it comes to riding in strong winds, boosting, and performing huge kiteloops. Thanks to its high aspect ratio and 5 struts, the Cabrinha Nitro...- From €1.690,00
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North Orbit Pro 2024 Kitesurf Kite
Optimized for competition to achieve the highest scoring tricks, the Orbit Pro is designed lighter with faster steering, more extreme lift, and hang time. It's not for the faint-hearted, the Orbit Pro allows you to exploit higher pressure systems at altitude for more power...- From €1.699,00
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North Orbit Kitesurf Kite 2024
Committing to perform controlled airs and megaloops in gusty conditions requires unwavering trust in your kite. Our iconic top-level 5-strut kite offers incredible high-end control and allows you to maintain more power than any other kite per square meter. Big jumps. Great hang time....- From €1.489,00
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North Orbit Kitesurf Kite 2023
Committing to perform controlled airs and megaloops in gusty conditions requires unwavering trust in your kite. Our iconic top-level 5-strut kite offers incredible high-end control and allows you to maintain more power than any other kite per square meter. Big jumps. Great hang time....- From €959,00
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Nowadays, big air has become a huge sensation and has grown to become the largest discipline in the sport of kitesurfing in recent years. It is no longer surprising to see riders jumping over 25 meters or performing S-loops. To achieve this, big air kites are used. At Surfoon, we have big air kites from all brands in our range. With such a vast selection, it can be challenging to determine which kite suits your preferences. To provide a better understanding of the various big air kites, we have created this FAQ page so you know what you are buying. If you still have questions after reading this page, feel free to contact us via WhatsApp, email, phone, or visit our megastore in Noordwijk.
Frequently asked questions when buying a big air kite:
- What is the best kite for Big Air?
- What are the important features of Big Air kites?
- What is the best line length for Big Air: short lines vs. long lines?
- What is the best kite size for Big Air?
- Are Big Air kites suitable for beginners?
- What brands of Big Air kites does Surfoon have in stock?
What is the best kite for Big Air?
There is no such thing as the best kite for big air kitesurfing. At Surfoon, we only have kites from premium brands that perform exceptionally well for their intended use. This means that with any kite in the category of our big air kites, you will improve your personal record on your Woo in no time. For a while, the Woo record holders in the world rankings have been Maarten Haeger (36.2) and Joshua Emanuel (36.2) with their Core XR Pro kites. Kites like the North Orbit also deserve a lot of attention. Right after the first launch of the North Orbit, Jesse Richman won the King of the Air and Nick Jacobsen came in second. However, Kevin Langeree is known for always going higher, first with his Naish Pivot and now with his Reedin Supermodel, and the Cabrinha Switchblade has also previously won the King of the Air. Choosing a big air kite ultimately comes down to personal preference. At Surfoon, we strive to make choosing a big air kite as easy as possible. If you have questions or need personal advice, feel free to contact us via WhatsApp, email, phone, or visit the store.
What are the important features of Big Air kites?
In Big Air, it's all about jumping high and far. That's why the strongest winds and storms are the favorite playgrounds for big air kiters. All big air kites must be robust, stable, and resistant to gusty winds. A good big air kite should provide you, as a rider, with the necessary control to push your limits. Lift and airtime are also critical features in all big air kites. When your takeoff is perfect, your big air kite will lift you like an elevator, and if you keep the bar pulled, the kite won't let you fall, or it might even take you higher with the next gust! Nowadays, with double loops and S loops, a big air kite also needs to be fast enough. The ability to handle large megaloops and the quick upward shot of your kite after a kiteloop are also essential features of a big air kite.
What is the best line length for Big Air: short lines vs. long lines?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer for big air kiters. Longer lines in big air kitesurfing, such as 24m or 22m lines, provide more lift and consistent traction while in the air. Using longer lines increases your wind window and your kite (and you) fly higher. This results in higher jumps. Shorter lines, such as 12m, 14m, or 18m lines, give you a more direct feel of your kite and more radical traction during maneuvers like kiteloops. Shorter lines are especially suitable for more advanced riders and may result in lower jumps, but they can be a lot of fun if you're looking for aggressive megaloops. Our recommendation: give it a try and find your ideal line length!
What is the best kite size for Big Air?
The ideal size for your big air session depends on your skills, weight, and the amount of power you want to fly with. Choose a size that you can handle well and control. You won't be pushing your limits if you're overpowered or lack power. You need to be fully powered if you want to break your personal record! If you don't have control and can't hold your edge, all that power is worthless. Even professional riders reduce the size during competitions from a 9m kite to an 8m or even 7m kite when the wind increases. Smaller kites also travel faster through the wind window and literally shoot you up. For most riders, a 7m to 9m kite is perfect.
Are Big Air kites suitable for beginners?
Some big air kites share some characteristics with all-terrain kites suitable for beginners. Big air kites are designed to provide power, which can overwhelm beginners. If you are a beginner looking for a versatile kite, visit this page. The four key requirements that a beginner's kite must always meet are:
- Good fitting capabilities
- Tolerant
- Versatile
- Easy relaunch
What kitesurf brands does Surfoon sell?
Surfoon sells all the major premium brands of kitesurfing. Below, you will find a summary and you can get more information about each kitesurfing brand by clicking on the link.
- Cabrinha: LIVE FREE. RIDE FREE.
- Core Kiteboarding: PREMIUM KITES AND BOARDS FROM FEHMARN, GERMANY.
- F-One: ENJOY ALL THE CONDITIONS, TRY NEW THINGS, OPEN YOUR PLAYING FIELD
- North Kiteboarding: WE ARE NORTH · FOR THE SEEKERS.
- NKX: THE ART OF POWER
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