THE FS IS THE ULTIMATE WEAPON OF CHOICE FOR HIGH-PERFORMANCE FREESTYLE AND BIG AIR ACTION.
performance features
- Tailored specifically for radical freestyle and big air manoeuvres
- Direct control and explosive vertical lift
- Efficient upwind performance and exceptional stability
- Optimum line slack for advanced freestyle tricks
- Engineered for high-performance powerful action
Only available in 14m (XTLight)
DESIGN
VISION
Boasting explosive radical performance, Version 7 of the FS is the most progressive kite design for advanced freestyle action. Characterised by dynamic vertical lift, you can boost higher, loop harder, and pop aggressively while remaining in control.
Tailored to the needs of professional riders, the FS’ open-C 5 strut design has all the traits of a genuine C-kite for advanced action. Selected as the weapon of choice by former World Champion Arthur Guillebert, the FS maintains accessible performance even to those climbing the ranks.
While remaining incredibly stable and efficient, the FS has a wide angle of attack and comes into play when looping the kite or popping out of the water. Pulley-free bridles achieve direct turning impulses and the optimum bar feedback puts the rider in control of the smooth constant power development.
The explosive lift is protected by its stable durability under any load, with new panel cuts in the canopy to distribute force more efficiently and make looping even more accessible and fun! The weight is optimised across all sizes and V7 features new XT light fabric in the 14m, reducing the weight of the inflatable structure by 15%.
The FS is agile and dynamic, yet the thin LE tips and improved deflectors also protect from the risk of bridle wrap. Riders now have even better control when handle passing or performing advanced freestyle moves.
If you’re looking to match your own raw power, the FS is the kite of choice to tear down the limits!
TECHNICAL
DETAILS
- High velocity turn
- Wingtip turner
- Powerful turn
The turning characteristics of the FS are optimized for radical boosts as it instantly reacts to steering impulses. During turns, the kite generates grunty power, and you will experience staggering forward momentum in kite loops. The FS is perfect for sending massive mega loops.
- High AR
- Good upwind performance
- Efficient high lift / drag ratio
The 5-Strut high aspect ratio enables the FS to travel upwind readily. It is highly performant throughout the whole wind range thanks to its superior aerodynamics.
- Medium to low sweep
- Explosive power
- Vertical lift
The low wingtip sweep of the FS enhances the radical power of the kite. Thanks to the open C-Design, the kite has a vertical lift while always providing direct control.
Eleveight kites are built with innovative and quality workmanship. Details are strategically designed for long lasting durability, while keeping the kite light and agile.
Our superior X4 canopy fabric is strong and tear-resistant to guarantee durability and lasting performance. X4 is engineered to be dynamic and developed exclusively in partnership with Teijin, the leading supplier of sailcloth materials. Made from the best 4×4 ripstop polyester yarn, X4 has less elongation and a high-temperature UV-resistant resin finish.
To ensure your kite can take a beating, every seam is glued and stitched for maximum durability.
The large diameter of our valves and strut connectors ensures fast, easy inflation and deflation of your kite without the need for a hose connector.
Each Strut has a double strut head reinforcement to create a solid inflatable kite frame. This allows for optimum turning and smoother handling.
The short pulley-free 5-point bridle setup enhances the kite’s turning speed and agility. Your bar input is direct, while the risk of catching the wingtip is reduced.
The redesigned 3D bridle deflector has structural reinforcement covering the closing seam. It decreases the possibility of bridle wrap, making water starts easier and safer.
Strategically placed Extreme Tenacity (XT) cloth reinforcements eliminate canopy wear and tear including pinholes caused by the valves.
A kite’s bladder is the core element of its inflatable structure so we use the toughest and lightest material available, made in Germany. Engineered specifically for kites, our material defines the kite’s weight and durability.
We help you rig your kite safely and avoid mixing up lines with the kook-proof front and backline connection points.
Fly the kite your way by easily switching between backline trim options with the pull-to-pull tags. Two steering line settings are available, allowing you to choose your turning speed and bar pressure.
A triple-reinforced closing seam along the leading edge makes it practically indestructible. The centre segments have stronger reinforcements as the material load is much higher compared to the smaller diameter of the wingtips.
Angled reinforcements along the trailing edge diffuse the load and strain on the canopy, making it more durable while improving kite stability and longevity.
Trim the kite according to your riding style and the wind conditions by switching between different bridle line turning settings. The pivot set-up makes the kite faster and offers more depower, while the tip set-up increases the turning radius and offers more power and grunt. All our kites have the standard middle set-up pre-selected to offer the best balance.
The load transition between the inflatable frame structure and the ripstop material is optimised for improved stability and durability. An extra layer of double ripstop sits between the inflatable structure and the X4 ripstop to protect the load.
Our XT cloth has extremely high tenacity and is used in our inflatable structures to allow them to twist while balancing stability and stiffness. XT ensures high performance and is developed exclusively in partnership with Teijin, the leading supplier of sailcloth materials. It features a highly specialised UV-resistant coating and is woven to produce a structure that guarantees strength.
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