BuyKiteboarding.com

Here are some spy pics from one of the most progressive kiter, Ruben Lenten’s, competition kite. This yet to be finalized 2009 Slingshot Fuel will prove once again to be on the top of the podium yet again this year. The newest fuel appears to have slightly swept back inflatable wing tips, fifth line and a progressive design. This is a long running success story for slingshot and it looks to continue into the future. These pictures are from the Oregon coast just outside of Slingshot headquarters in the Gorge.

Ocean Rodeo’s newest kite surfboard.  This one will get you charging the challenging waves of the Pacific northwest and around the world.

Shape: This board blends the huge 9mm single concave, into a two step rocker template giving maximum bite and glide through the mid section. The tri fin thruster rounded pin tail sets up quick and produces tight radius turns at speed.

Foot Straps: Multiple foot strap insert options. 2 Velcro adjustable foot straps. 3 Layer EVA traction pads for added riding comfort and grip. Leash plug.

More info at Ocean Rodeo’s WEBSITE.

By far this is the sickest edited kite video ever. It is a product promo and I could watch it a thousand times.

There will be more info on this kite coming shortly but this will surely get you excited. It is going to be a fifth line C kite ready to take on the PKRA which Aaron has already won multiple times. Check out his website for updates on this beast.

From Aaron about his new kite:

After constant testing, improvement and refinement it is finally ready to launch, if you are looking for the best C kite on the market, in my view this is it. It’s major pop, ability to Mega loop in the strong winds and constant power are just a few key features that makes it perfect for me.

As progressive freestyle kiteboarding evolves, the Vegas adapts and conquers! The ‘08 Vegas is a high de-power C-design tuned for direct bar-feel and constant power to give you confidence when loading up, unhooking and throwing powered tricks and jumps. Smooth, reactive steering gives the kite a very lively and crisp feel and also makes the Vegas perfect for kite-loops. 5th Element safety lets you go for glory with peace of mind while the Vegas’ quick, easy re-launch gets you back up and riding hassle-free after a wipe-out.

In ‘08 the Vegas easily lives up to it’s reputation as the definitive freestyle kite, robust construction and unmistakable style.

Check the specs and some sick riding.

High performance 5th line kite from Liquid Force. Performance for wakestyle riders with with the feel of a hybrid.

Check out the sick video:

Here is the info from the Liquid Force website. Full specs HERE.
The HiFi is LF’s new flat water, wave, competition oriented kite. If kite looping and new school wake style is what you are into than this is the kite for you. It is a 5th line hybrid, giving the kite the de-power of a SLE with the direct feeling of a 5th line kite. The HiFi also features a two option 5th line riding system in which you can ether ride with the 5th line above the bar, free from bar obstruction, or below the bar for the classic 5th line set up.

Complete De-power:
The 5th line system of this kite allow it to have 100% de-power when the 5th line is engaged.

LF Direct 5th Line Support:
This 5th line SLE utilizes a 5th line for it’s leading edge support giving it the de-power of an SLE but the direct feeling of a 5 line kite.

New Diamond Wingtip:
The Diamond wingtip speeds up the turning of the kite and maximizes its de-power ability.

Nuke Proof Construction:
The HiFi features triple stitched, taped seems and connection point reinforcing all over the kite and where the canopy meets the LE as well as along the LE seam making the HiFi one of the most durable kites in the industry.

No Brainer Pigtails:
The looped front line attachment points and the knotted back line attachment points ensure that you always hook your lines up correctly.

Union Inflation System:
The Union Single Point Inflation System allows your entire kite to be inflated from one nozzle.

Dumb Valve:
The HiFi has an extra large dump valve to rapidly release the air from your kite.

Anti Flutter Technology:
The HiFi kite incorporates black Dacron striping to eliminated flutter and distortion when flying the kite extremely de-powered.

Profile Enhancing Segmented Struts:
Each strut on the HiFi is broken up into multiple segments in order to aid and enhance the kite’s profile.

Molded LE Skid Plates:
All the skid plates are molded making them stylish and extra durable.

And you have to check out this 313 on a Liquid Force Hi Fi.